GO for the ARRMA Fireteam 6S BLX!

The new ARRMA Fireteam 6s BLX is GO! Thanks to ARRMA for sending this to me in advance so I had plenty of bash time with their latest offering. This SxS - inspired buggy is packed full of cool scale details, but ARRMA didn't compromise on the performance or build quality. Be sure to stick around to the end for some awesome running video.
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[@FoxInAFoz]

13:52, it’s a holder for the balance plugs so if they have long wires they don’t get sucked into the U cup on the center diff.

[@tenzenortiz5106]

ARRMA should hire this guy to do their promotional videos OMG! Running vid started and I quickly paused it to go get me some popcorn and continue to enjoy the show. Well done Sir.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thank you!

[@shakethedude]

The thing on the battery tray is a spot for the balance plugs

[@michaelhoyle3266]

Great running video! Looks so cool with the snow camo running in the snow. Great music track as well. Great that Arrma is jumping into the scale game.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks for watching!

[@charliebrown238]

The running video ... WOW! I felt like I was part of the Fireteam on our way to the enemy! And the Music! Tik Tok, Tik Tok! Matt is absolutely out of control amazing with his videos! Like World Class!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Wow! Thanks so much!

[@88davidw]

Brilliant video as always. The running footage is seriously awesome. Great work 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@kellyhartle3251]

Definitely a cool rig., almost like a yeti XL replacement. But what I’m most impressed with is the video footage. It’s almost like you a whole camera crew out there professionally filming this.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thank you so much! That means a lot to my frozen hands.

[@markbonham2648]

Holy damn moly that running video was perfection! The low angles and close ups really make it look like we're seeing a 1:1 in action. Great job dude! Those rubber things protecting the shock shafts are called boots. You probably know that though. Boots bladders, tomatoes tomadders.🙃

[@alanpassmore2275]

Just reminds me of the buggy that was in star trek, I love it. Replace the soldiers with star trek figures.😁😁😁

[@RCPMK]

yeah very nice. I've been eyeballing the mojave too but I really like the handbrake feature of this one. anything bigger that 1/10 is a plus for me and a bit of scale is always nice as long as it's not too delicate

[@fishnrc294]

This is the best review I’ve seen on the Fireteam . Great job. Love the footage. I’m not a basher & I have mostly crawlers & love scale stuff. But your thoughts on this are exactly what I was thinking. Usually scale items & basher do not mix well & everything would break or fall off but this is very well made for sure. It’s unlike like anything I’ve seen & Arma did a great job. Some say the price is a bit high but I think it’s right on for what you get & the great electronics definitely make it a good value to me. It’s only January 2022 & we already have a new Stand out RC so it’s going to be a great year. I just got the new Capra but now I’m thinking I’m probably going to get this it just looks like the fun factor is super high! I probably wouldn’t buy a basher but was looking into getting my first short track truck but now I’ll probably just pay up & get this. It’s videos like this that are so well made that get me everytime. But like I said I had a feeling from all the information I’ve seen that this is going to be level 10 as far as fun & putting a smile on my face. Thanks

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks for the feedback, much appreciated!

[@shuster1921]

That thing looks wicked blasting around thru the snow!!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks for watching!

[@peterrcbasher]

I’ve been waiting for this!

[@zer02garage83]

Looks like another great rig I just don't have the room for. I would really love to see them progressing (or regressing?!?) this into something in a "normal" 1/10 U4 size to have something new to that segment for events like the U4 5k, Proline by the Fire, etc.

[@JonnyJetson754]

Agree it would be very very cool Arrma to bring their strength and speed into the 1/10 trail truck genre

[@scalebuildersguild]

It would be interesting to see. Maybe after the downsized the Infraction, maybe we’ll see more like that!

[@scottoblander9419]

Agree. First thought was U4 racing, but it’s too long and wide for unlimited class

[@visurc_videos]

You really nailed this video 👍 great overview and nice looking driving montage 🤩 This car surprise me and thinking quite many others too, some reason this would fit under Losi brand better than Arrma but whatever. It's giving me very strong Axial Yeti XL feelings when looking it even "story" what car telling is very different. Thanks for video and hopefully we'll see Fireteam on the action future. 💪

[@MULIES4EVER]

I watched a few other reviews on this rig before yours. I quickly lost interest in the platform. I watched yours because (well I love your banter and your videos) I wanted to see the white camo. I must say the white is way more appealing but your running video actually had me wondering if I might need this. Damn buddy. You killed it for Aarma on this one.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks! That's really nice of you to say. Thanks for watching!

[@weridebikes1000]

Well done video. This isn’t for me, too big… wish companies would fill in the crawler void a bit more. It’d be interesting to see the sales #’s for each genre of vehicle these companies make, to see what drives their decisions in bringing out such an odd model

[@scalebuildersguild]

It expands on the Mojave line, so I think it makes sense.

[@jblaze725]

I didn’t realize it was so big when I got it but I have to say I love it. Minus the servo that crapped out on me. New servo coming in tomorrow. Can’t wait to get some snow to have a run like this.

[@scottoblander9419]

Would much prefer a non military livery. Great video as always.

[@scalebuildersguild]

I get it! Thanks for watching!

[@JonnyJetson754]

ARRMA please bring a little of that strength and speed into the trail trucks 💪💯🚗💨

[@BlindGuyRc]

Well that is interesting. I like it. It's awesome.

[@ryanthomas1099]

Wow! 1st Arrma I love!

[@Oldmonstrosityshop]

Looks very Losi. I like it. I think Arrma have been criticised in the past for doing less than scale looking vehicles. If blackberry have taught us anything it’s that to move with the tide instead of swimming against it.

[@JThelen1031]

Looks awesome for sure, but I'm kinda surprised at the ultrabudget transmitter they threw in with this.

[@jblaze725]

I wish they would have thrown in a better radio but it’s not horrible. It actually has end point adjustments which they don’t explain at all in the manual but there are videos online explaining how to set them.

[@RyanRKJ]

These look like so much fun in slow motion. However, you can't actually drive in slow motion, which in my experience, makes them a lot less fun in reality. I'll stick with my crawler.

[@scalebuildersguild]

😂

[@jasondearden1394]

there's a 50% throttle switch on the TX

[@RyanRKJ]

@@jasondearden1394 that throttle switch does not slow down the acceleration caused by gravity.

[@samtronicsvideo7232]

Hi again…. Ron here…. I keep seeing reviews about people having to replace the wheel bearings…. I don’t want to replace with the same Arrma bearings and have the same trouble…. What is a better replacement for the wheel bearings…. Can you give a part number and source if possible…. BTW I am still impressed with your slomo shots…. I know that takes a lot of skill, not to mentioned the hazards of getting hit by the car on your ankle or shin :)). Thanks again…. Kindest regards…. Ron

[@scalebuildersguild]

I’m sorry, I haven’t had to replace any bearings yet, so can’t offer a good recommendation, short of Fast Eddy.

[@simonjohnade]

Brilliant running video!! Really appreciate all the effort put in to make these. Seriously, good job 👊

[@scalebuildersguild]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!

[@jdsrcs8061]

Pretty cool that they came out with a hand break feature. My old dune buggy had hand breaks. It was a blast to power slide. It was like riding a Big wheel when we were all kids.🤘🤘🤘

[@scalebuildersguild]

I agree! The hand brake is a great feature. Thanks for watching!

[@ryano8613]

Love lunch BREAKS too. But I prefer hand BRAKES!

[@jblaze725]

The hand brake feature is almost useless for regular driving off road as it power slides great all ready. I did see a guy using it for trail running though and for that it worked perfectly.

[@michaelkrebs3887]

Mix an axial yeti and a losi lasernut and what do you get? An arrma firestorm

[@BatmanRc]

Very Nice truck 🦇

[@scalebuildersguild]

It sure is! Thanks for watching!

[@TheBlackthornPlan]

It's another episode from the Scale Bashers Guild, yayay! Not sure I'm a huge fan of the military body but it's definitely an interesting progression from Arrma in the scale department!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thank you?

[@indybama80]

Good lookin rig. Definantly out of the norm, kinda like it. Wonder if that body will fit the scx6? Would be pretty cool lookin on it too

[@spedracr666]

Yeay for leaking the picture early! 😁

[@scalebuildersguild]

😬 That's the last time I let my dog post anything for me. 😂

[@briang.sherwood7518]

I think I've seen this before, Hmmm?

[@MadHatterND]

I’m upset with you, my friend. You just twisted my arm and made me buy the model just now! Plus, I just subscribed. Great review, sir.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Do I apologize, or do I thank you 😂?

[@azbrown821]

Arrma is Killin the game let's go

[@TheRCNetwork]

No one touches your running videos! Great job Matt! 😁👍

[@scalebuildersguild]

I appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@theamericanoff-roadrc]

That looks absolutely amazing!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@CCxRC]

Awesome footage Matt. It was worth the wait after the tease to see it. Keep those balance leads safe. I'm learn-ding. Great video as always. Stay plaid my friend

[@scalebuildersguild]

Hahaha! Stay plaid as well. Thanks for watching!

[@paulmcnamara16]

Looks awesome and I reckon with that bodywork on the mojave with shorter A-arms and smaller rims it would look very much like the Polaris Side By Side on which looks like its based! 😁👍

[@realworldrc5717]

Spectacular and informative video! Thanks. And ARRMA...whoa. Thanks for keeping my rc addiction strong! I like it! I'm getting it! It's going 2 pair well with my tactical Capra build!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Awesome! It'll be a great addition. Thanks for watching!

[@django2467]

Can't wait to see someone turn it into an ultra 4 king of the hammers style rig

[@leaelita2]

Your running videos are top notch, I'm really impressed.

[@KiTrisExtremeRc]

Great overview as usual.. and love the edit at the end, always my highlight of your videos 😊👍🏻 Keep it up!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thank you my friend, right back at you. Your footage in the release video, and your standalone material was amazing. Very happy for you!

[@toolbaggers]

Are you wearing that shirt buttoned up all the way ironically?

[@scalebuildersguild]

Nope!

[@toadady]

perfect for those scale drive-by shootings

[@scalebuildersguild]

😬

[@vbspeed7571]

I thought I was done buying rc ,s now this I have 2 get one...good video. Hello from V&b speed a new rc community channel ✌ 559#

[@RDMcK22]

Really liking these realistic looking bashers, but my eyes started burning when I saw the price.

[@mildtowildrc7343]

This is made just like the X-3 Max and the Polaris Razor❤️The tires are just like the carnivores I run on my X-3🤔Take a look at my triple black machine and you will see what I see👍❤️

[@kts8806]

You have some of the best running videos on KZbin. Keep it up!!!!!!!

[@GrimJerr]

Wow didn't get the Scale size, feel from the running video. that's bigger than I was expecting 1/8, but it def more 1/6, Beasty.

[@aaronbaird9444]

This is a tough one for me to evaluate. What are they trying to sell here? A $750 1/7 scale 8S light basher trail runner thing? Yes it’s all new but I have a serious question of who the customer is supposed to be. Moreover there has to be discussion about the escalation of prices of RC vehicles, and the sustainability of the hobby as a whole. Where once a $750-$1000 RC used to be an abnormality is now becoming common place. I would hope to see Horizon focus on an innovative, yet affordable $300-350ish product next. Nice video Matt. You did well.

[@Nickwillfixit]

So to watch your live uploads with Josh in the UK it is 2am and around 4am you finish then I am on the road for 6am but had to see you squirm lol, so new ARRMA product Fireteam didn't see that coming no really, and different for them so are you forgiven then. You can drift most without the handbrake so does it make a difference then, not liking their budget radio's but I run the DX6R along with a DX4R Pro and the DX4S so yep maybe they should do Bind and Drive like LOSI did on some of their vehicles.

[@joeyfesta2042]

I would never purchase a car/truck with a hard body like that. I change bodies everyday. That’s just me.

[@bencherico]

*starts to slow clap* Bravo! You out did yourself this time. Like yourself I was skeptical while you were explaining the truck but man. After watching your running video…I want one too! Keep up the good work sir.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thank you so much!

[@jasonbell4670]

My only complaint is the SLT3 remote, for $750 they could have thrown in a better remote, other than that I will be purchasing one in the near future.

[@overdosed51]

I personally like the mojave looks better. But the hand break feature is cool as hell. I got a hard choice to make

[@rossgross7497]

Looks cool and appears to handle good also.

[@racerj2.03]

Wow! Your videos have always been very good! Your production value has gone Way Up. I loved the running portion of the video. Just Saying.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thank you very much! Thanks for watching!

[@BlindGuyRc]

I forgot. That thingy is a proton infused floppy speed inhancer.

[@michaeltrilck5680]

👍👍👍😎 Nice Video! More Bashing, please! 😎 😉 😁

[@fredrieger5226]

The bigger they're getting, the scarier they are! You can really hurt someone! 😱

[@scalebuildersguild]

You should see my shins... they're so bashed up 😂. Some of them are from tiny trucks, and some are from sheer clumsiness. Thanks for watching!

[@joesrcgarage]

Looks like a pretty nice seal between the body/cage and chassis, did it keep most of the snow out of the tub?

[@scalebuildersguild]

It does for sure. Eventually it makes its way in, but at this speed, it’s inevitable!

[@ro0ach]

"this thing" is for the balance plugs. They go there instead of flopping around.

[@MrCrazybound]

You’ve got to make that rig into a scale Halo Warthog!!! It would look great with some patina!

[@chadlazarus3586]

Not a good veiw of what you were asking about, but i would say it holds the balance plugs, so they dont bounce into the drive shaft

[@timvanasen6711]

Arma tactical basher awesome great review & bash Matt my wife ordered both lol 😆👍

[@Jimmy2Horses]

Looks strikingly like the EV Side-by-sides from Westworld. I hope someone actually comes out with a true tubeless run flat tire/wheel for it. What size figure do you think it would fit?

[@scalebuildersguild]

Hmmm, something in the 9-10 inch size maybe? Figure bodies are molded into this pan though.

[@highwaytohell7099]

Also, I don't advise using the sensor wire retainer, I've heard of people ripping out the leads when the batteries have come out of cars on good crashes.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Good tip, thanks! The Velcro straps keep everything pretty locked down, we’ll see how it goes!

[@therccrawlerkid3213]

Can you please do a video on your gray scx24 JLU. 30

[@jasond1245]

Looks like a can am x3 hopefully it holds up better then a can am or polaris

[@ridgerc5976]

So how long I wonder it will be before someone gets their hands on one of the bodies and mount it to a crawler chassis? I thought that as soon as I saw it. Lol

[@rcsmith5909]

Sweet rig!! You are a lucky man💣💥💥💪💪👍

[@adamhirerc78]

Hope these guys are well dressed they gonna get cold out in the snow 😂😂,that thing is sweet

[@SHARK1202X]

That “thing” holds the balance wires in place so they don’t get caught in anything

[@walkerncst1]

Sickest run time edit I’ve ever seen! Tip of the hat to you sir. Pew pew.

[@HoundStuff]

Great video! Sure reminds me of the SXSs used in the series West World on HBO.

[@alpinerc1249]

Wow! This is such an awesome step up for Aarma into a much more scale rig!!! Very excited to add this to the RC fleet. I think some lights would really set it off! Great review as always!

[@scalebuildersguild]

I agree! Lights would be killer!

[@nultianeks]

What?!? No lights? Now that is a deal breaker. Just kidding, but I saw yesterday a guy with an xmax and some leds he added to it and it looked terrible. That's why I like chinese toys with original lights.

[@mattymoe2239]

That is a huge rig. I dig the hand brake feature. The body is an interesting design. I saw that Greg @RC_Driver tore up his body and roof panels from flipping it around, I can't wait to see how these hold up to bashing and abuse. Thanks for another great video Matt.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks for watching!

[@andyb9994]

First great review...thanks!!!! This may be my first non Traxxas R/C yes I'm a Traxxas fan. But have been checking out some Arrmas, and I think this is it...love the four military guys inside with the rifles, looks so cool, can't wait till my hobby shop gets them...

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks for watching and I hope you have fun with it when it arrives!

[@bonedigggss]

I break parts almost every time I snow bash lol I never learn!

[@scalebuildersguild]

😂

[@johnmiller4553]

🤔🤔WELL I MITE FINALLY BUY AN ARRMA. I NEVER LIKED ARRMA. BUT LIKE THIS ONE .. MITE BE MY 1st ARRMA

[@BigB000117]

Didn’t this already come out yesterday? Fantastic running footage as always Matt.

[@scalebuildersguild]

😬 IYKYK. Thanks for watching!

[@Joercgarage]

Nice video interesting release by arrma lol that exactly what that thing is for 😂looking forward to all the new rc releases for 2022

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks for watching and looking forward to the releases for 2022 as well!

[@markwinter2111]

Stunning running footage, probably my favorite one yet and that’s really saying something. Great job.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Wow, thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@Julian44444]

Wow, Amazing rig! Moreover great vid Matt, as always the montages are superb!! 🤩🤩🤩

[@scalebuildersguild]

Glad you liked it!! Thanks for watching!

[@heiselblock]

I KNOW THIS IS COMPLETELY RANDOM, But i realllyy want to see and or have a 1/24 scale halo warthog build. is there any way i could like make this happen somehow, is what im asking myself.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Are you looking to get one made for you? DM me on Instagram and I probably have a few names I can give you.

[@rcrevolt6298]

Go with me here... Lock the diffs. Gear down. Sensored motor. U4 Hyrax. And you've got a Side X Side to crawl with the SCX6!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Interesting!

[@LevisLifts]

I hope integy makes some snow tracks for this thing

[@TheMariwano]

ese hueco es para colocar los conertores de balanceo de las baterias

[@Tuidkskiwjdhdbd]

Just ordered my phinix kit im pumped i want this though

[@shift3389]

Outstanding review! Arrma should hire you to do their marketing videos. It’s super cool but $750??😣. I’d have to pass. Great channel

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks for watching! For sure the price point isn't for everyone.

[@norsefalconer]

These larger rigs are CRYIN' for FPV. Imagine the experience with a camera tucked away in at least the driver helmet, its hands on a wheel that moves w/steering. Anyway... Looks like a sweet rig! Edit to add: Those "slot canyon" clips are epic!

[@scalebuildersguild]

That could be very fun!

[@jamesgordon4433]

Arrma should run with it. Competition is good

[@odiegoad9644]

It's for your balance plugs on your battery

[@ervinmedina9014]

Arrma just Hit Another Home Run with this rig. This is what the Rift or Lasernut should have been. The Ultimate Rock Bouncer slash Basher!!! Allot of guys have been using the Mojave chassis and Kraton arms/ hubs for custom rigs. This thing handles like no othe!! I just have to work some OT to afford this Baby!! Stay safe and bash on from Colorado!!!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks for watching! Stay safe and hope you're having a great winter.

[@sampeer3373]

You have great video production 👏 👍🏽 I really like watching you progress I have been watching sense you had the smaller shop amd had time to read and comment on comments. Here's to 2022 🥂 👌🏽💭

[@scalebuildersguild]

I’m always reading and answering comments! Thanks for the kind words!

[@loose_nuts_are_faster]

I just discovered this hobby and I quickly found your channel... I think you have excellent video production quality! Who does the filming? Driving? I'm just so impressed with your videos... They truly stand out. This video gave me chills with the epic feelings I got from it. What part of Canada do you live?

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks David. All filmed and driven by myself, all at once! I’m in Ontario. Thanks for watching!

[@loose_nuts_are_faster]

All. At. Once. The quality of the cinematography is even more impressive knowing that. I can tell you love what you do and have so much fun doing it. I am glad I discovered SBG so soon. Subscribed with notifications.

[@mildtowildrc7343]

Gotta order me one of these in Black for sure👍❤️

[@gm3353]

Great video perfect weather for the rolling video. I just got one off amain Black Friday special 399 couldn’t pass it up so much car for the dollar can’t wait for some snow bashing action. Happy holidays!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Enjoy!

[@davidbegeotsr4025]

Man that video was done really well Arma should hire you to do their new release videos that's perfect nice job man seriously

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thank you and thanks for watching!