High Flying Super Fast Radio Control Buggy! Arrma Typhon 4x4 3S BLX Electric Review | RC Driver

[@168grhp]

Took mine to a 1/8 track yesterday and it was awesome! It was able to make the sharp turns and clear the biggest jumps, even a triple with a short run-up. Lots of crashes and cartwheels. Nothing broke!

[@infinitybeyond1089]

3s is like a 3 inch d. Get an asuga slap In 8s equipment big gears and tires. Then you drive to fuck town. Hard and fast boy!!

[@owen8538]

What's length width please

[@PopExpo]

Ok all these RC reviews tell me about the vehicle but none of them tell me how to buy one without the wife knowing. I'm already sold I just gotta sneak it into the house.

[@chuckpg31]

Get it used. I just got one on eBay now electronics. (Got my own set of stuff laying around) then be like “look hun I saved 200 bucks”😅

[@BA-ev4cq]

Dude i got my wife a ring for our anniversary....she asked me what i wanted. I got the 3s and the 2s. I let her drive the 2 s. Shes jealous of mine........... now were upgrading both because she has a blast! Thats how you do it ✌🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@buddahGump]

I had to ask my wife really nice. I was surprised that it wasn't that hard to convince her.

[@Lebanonjames431]

well if you bought the car with your money then you shouldn’t worry about your wife knowing 🤷‍♂️

[@TheZergSwarm]

Just tell her it was a surplus. You literally had to spend it or lose it.

[@stephaniekent8483]

ordered mine today wow.... great review you sold it!

[@BUGBYTE_]

I think it's awesome you do all this driving 1 handed while filming. I love your videos it got me back into rc after 20 years.

[@rcdriver]

Thanks. I do ok with the driving, but I will admit I've driven the car into my legs a number of times. lol Welcome back to the hobby!!!

[@sonicelectronic57]

Seriously. My one handed driving is embarrassing.

[@ryand4786]

Great video. I just found a brushed 550 mega , used. The guy put a brushless system in it, 21 tooth pinion. Gave me a box of upgrade parts, servo, hubs, bearings, 2 lipos, charger, my first Arrma rc, blast to drive , all for $175 . This thing hauls ass

[@rctezluh42069]

would you still recommend one of these today in 2023? upvoted!!

[@butchmeister80]

Yes

[@TheLithGH]

Thanks for the review! I bought one of these on the fly yesterday, so looking forward to getting it out on the streets, dirt, etc!

[@carlosmartinez-ru5me]

Just got one today. I love this rc car. Easy to drive and it's fast. I having a feeling I'm going to be driving this rc car on a regular basis. Fyi - This is my 9th rc car. All of my rc cars are in great shape (I'm fortunate to live on a golf course).

[@Bobsbargainbasement]

BJames3351 likes to give criticism but can’t take any ! A real keyboard Commando ! Tough Guy on Screen 📺 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@timsgta]

Ok I'm so confused. For one what does a golf course have to do with how many and the condition of your RC cars and second, why is Bjames offended? I'm mean sure it seems pretty stupid to brag about a golf course, I dont see what that has to do with RC, but I'm not pitching a first like bjames...

[@robertruiz5417]

That has to be a rc driver's dream

[@DanBrando]

Don’t drive on the course. It’s ours spent that e put into maintenance on them

[@ScottieDTV]

Thanks Brother...Great video as usual....I think I'll pick one up...I got a GROM the other day and it's very cool...so I figured this one would be awesome also!

[@wingmangaming2043]

This is going to be my first bashing buggy ever

[@mrtambourineman6107]

What about 2022? Do I buy one now?

[@fastnbashrc1630]

I just bought a Arrma Talion over the Typhon. I hope to get a Typhon soon as it was my #1 pick when shopping for a better RC car. I needed the ground clearance from the Talion so I pulled the trigger on it. I loved my shredder but this is a whole different ballpark and even ballgame. I did a double backflip with this thing and would have NEVER thought that was possible with my shredder not from the size but durability. I am blown away by this new experience I didn't even know I was missing out on. Go Arrma! Posting full Reviews on the Talion v4 and Shredder v2. Double BF being edited now and posted in the next hour or two.

[@camillebrenes]

Yep go ARRMA.

[@suthius85]

Hallelujah mine JUST came in 30 mins ago. Can't wait to run it

[@murderedi1879]

How do you like it?

[@oldgeezer6470]

I went and got one and my wheel came off just like in this video that he didn't say anything about. I got me some loctite and good to go!

[@mattgibbons4021]

3s arma typhon vs the rustler 4x4 on 3s, which would you consider more durable and better basher/unkempt track car.

[@connarmarsh9060]

I wanna see a video on this 👌👌👌

[@bf1isabeast178]

U will need to upgrade the rustler to compete with the stock typhon

[@ELValenin]

I'd say typhon. Both have pros and cons though, basically I'd choose the one you like more :)

[@JMOSORT]

To be honest typhon looks more durable i own traxxas and arrma and arrma seems more durable, in the end it is your choice of course

[@Mark-qv4bn]

Anything but blue. Good to see red, or orange, purple. This would be a big step up from a starter buggy. Very nice.

[@troyflanagan173]

bought my Truck from johns hobby shop great great guy to TALK to and very understanding and patience

[@robertruiz5417]

Amazing review

[@davidcarroll2035]

Honesty pays appreciate the review and issues encountered

[@Simoroxigorum]

After playing around for a while with mini crawlers i think i need this for some bashing fun, thanks for this video, i wasn't sure wich one to chose between this and the big rock, i'm going for the typhon 100% now !

[@PIRATE9oh4]

Looking to do the same!

[@bradnimbus4836]

Excellent video, man! Great work

[@GeddyRC]

Kinda blows my mind that this car is only $339 RTR. A Traxxas Rustler 4x4 VXL is nearly $100 more for a similar setup, _and_ the Typhon is _bigger_ than the Rustler. That is not a pro or a con (depends on what you're after), but I'm curious how Arrma got the price so low on this offering. Even comes with heatsinks and everything.. how do they offer it so cheaply?

[@MrSmally27]

You in ct. where are you driving

[@jeffdavis6715]

He goes to RC Madness at times

[@kegomania]

maybe i have misplaced concerns but if this were to take a hard nose dive and break the front shock mount, whats the fix? doesnt look like its replaceable.

[@chaddrumm6809]

Damn it! Wish this beast came in a blue/black color scheme!!!

[@troyflanagan173]

fell in love with it beautiful inside and out and i want a 3s Battery TRUCK good suspension and Motor can't wait to buy it!!!

[@qvo3426]

Im thinking of getting one, what are your thoughts on the typhon now that you have owned one

[@madhatter8088]

Ordered one last night. I also ordered a Spektrum dx5e with rx, that has avc.

[@jpslayer2016]

Nice first run. I can’t wait to hit the track with my Typhon.

[@rcdriver]

Same here. I really wanted to run it on an RC Track. Is spring time here yet? lol

[@kevinbursey7284]

What’s the distance for the remote ?

[@Ezduztube]

Is this buggy good for the pavement?

[@joevozzo1]

hi happy new year i just brought one i changed 15 tooth pinion in 17 tooth i do run on grass and rd im thinking of putting 15 tooth back on im trying to prevent quicker damage whats is ur thoughts thanks

[@PopalongRC]

great vid man we are loving our Armma

[@jasperlohenoja1152]

wich is better this or vortex???

[@firasoji304]

So im just looking back at this video, and am wondering which one would be better for a first car, the Typhon or Senton 3s? I will mainly be driving it on (semi long) grass and dirt. thanks.

[@jebrc]

I have this buggy what would I need to do to convert it to s big rock?

[@sudsrc8261]

Maybe I'm too lenient but I don't really fault plastic breaks when running in January. Cold just does that to plastic. Makes it more stiff & brittle. Probably wouldn't happen nearly as likely during the warmer time of year.

[@Meanmachine216]

Great camera work I’m sold off this video

[@Glenactus]

would you recommend this for a begginer getting into the hobby ?

[@lirART-id1cb]

Will you do a review of the new Traxxas fiesta?

[@talonvaughn6175]

Doesn't Arrma have chassis twisting problems? How are parts availability?

[@168grhp]

Thanks for an honest review!

[@aidenbrown5277]

What's the biggest 3s battery you can fit in it mah and c rating

[@el34glo59]

Why doesn't the 6s have those cooling fins on the motor?

[@slotslidershoslotcars]

This thing rocks ! Bashing or box stock racing with my buds is really a blast . 3S is perfect. Plenty of good Power ..I had the 6S and sold it .. yea it was fast and yea it was cool... but it's too much power ..it just isn't as much fun as the 3S , that is drivable and plenty fast to launch into some big air !!! Love it!! We have 5 now .

[@zqzj]

I agree! The 3s pulls rolling wheelies. At that point, any more power is just over kill lol

[@Daisygirl915]

I am looking at getting my son a new Arrma. Do you suggest Typhon 6s or Keaton 6S?

[@BA-ev4cq]

I bought 3s and 2s. 45 just getting into it again..............imagine these things back in like 1990!!!! Lol ✌🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@csrrr_7762]

What battery do you recommend for this I just got the 2021 3s version Im trying to get the most speed and power possible

[@J2I3H]

Are these any good on a beach (salt water environment?)

[@christolbert37]

This model is mostly plastic, so you should be good. Less metal stuff to rust.

[@matthewzmyndak2028]

Your fasteners, suspension links etc will all rust. I wouldn't recommend it.

[@chg2799]

Any problems with those plastic driveshafts breaking...?? Thinking about getting one of these and that’s the only concern I have... This will be my first Arrma...😊

[@kevinbursey7284]

Hows the radio control range on this ?

[@sofiamool]

What type of plug do I need for the battery

[@randomstuffno1caresabout3]

Ec5

[@sofiamool]

Thanks you can also use IC5

[@matthewhalvorson9522]

Do you have a fan that you recommend as a replacement for the motor and esc for the Typhon 3s? Thanks for the epic content 💯

[@johnnycash7803]

Can I put my own silicone in the diffs?an do they sell metal driveshafts for it

[@xxg0t3mxx]

Just got into the hobby not long ago. Love my 2 arrma senton 4x4 brushed models I picked up but tired of breaking mine. Been through a few motors thinking of picking up one of these would this be worth picking up? Or should I grab something else open opinions welcome

[@porscherl]

How much time can you play with it?

[@norcalrc]

Thanks for the review . It was fun & informative as well. Happy to subscribe, and I really liked your UDR review as well

[@LoordeGG]

do you get a charger in the box too?

[@RcFanaticYt]

no

[@dustin9035]

I just bought this for my 9 yr old for Christmas, do you think this is a good starter car?

[@_t.carlson_5714]

did the tire snap off???

[@Annonymous0283745]

so if you beat the hell out of it, you break some of the plastic parts. I can live with that.

[@BASE5NYC]

Is that the Bethel super cross track?

[@ray4493]

No sway bar?

[@ljsmixbox44]

you didnt say why type of battery to buy for this buggy because it comes without a battery.

[@butchmeister80]

He did 2s or 3s

[@nameless5r]

Any reason you would get this over the 6s? Other than the speeds, are there any differences in durability or quality of parts?

[@connarmarsh9060]

Why don't you just use trusty old Google

[@Hirthirthirt]

@@connarmarsh9060 Idiot

[@ronaldvargasmontero9404]

Arma it’s a good brand( I asking because I never have no one) great unboxing, hi from Costa Rica 🇨🇷🇨🇷🇨🇷🇨🇷🇨🇷 and great video

[@nathanz602]

I don't know what you're budget is, but if you are going to get a good RC get an Arrma. I have a senton 3s blx, and I only run it on 2s LiPo but it is awesome fun. If you can't afford it, get the Mega 4x4 line of Arrma RC, and later down the road you can upgrade to brushless and LiPo power.

[@camillebrenes]

Right now its easily argued they are the best brand.

[@mrtambourineman6107]

Nice 'ROCK' Music! A little nod towards the Arrma 3s 'Big Rock' perhaps...

[@Dog_Botherer]

Looks fun but those plastic driveshafts are detectinge from making a purchase, any good metal alternatives?

[@gaetanschaeverbeke2898]

I have this rc car for almost 2j and I can promise you this drive shafts AR strong I put this car True hell

[@Dog_Botherer]

@@gaetanschaeverbeke2898 thanks for the response, that's very reassuring ✌️😁

[@insectking7050]

I'm really at a fork in the road. Should I get the Typhon or the Bandit VXL?

[@tuckerrockenbaugh3741]

Insect King typhon for sure

[@RC1oNeTV]

What a great review~~!! It is pretty useful for me~~~Thank you~~~~ In addition, I subscribed your channel~!! I will come here again~!!^^

[@DanLaw2911]

Hi I'm looking for a Typhon for my 6 year old but also for me too use :D Problem is I don't know whether I should get the 4x4 mega or just pay the extra and get the 3s and let him run it on 50%. What do you think ?

[@theguyinthecomments9543]

I'm really on the fence about pulling the plastic off this thing. Everyone that has one says that all the electronics are junk. And it's not durable unless I buy rpm a arms. Any thoughts from anyone?

[@butchmeister80]

Gonna probably get this very sooon looks good kit

[@GreatLakesRC]

You gave it a good workout! Really like this Arrma 3s line 👍👍

[@CmwSpeedrunUk]

Your video was very well explained and helped me decide on what buggy i want next thanks 😊

[@troyflanagan173]

what do you think buy it bro??

[@MrHotjag]

hey i got a whopping 350bucks on my birthday should i buy it

[@NikkiNexo777]

Could a newbie race this at their local track at the club level with track appropriate tires?

[@nathanz602]

I don't know if this will apply, but today or tomorrow I'm going to a carpet track with a stock Senton 3s blx. I'll be running it on 2s. Edit: I'm also a newbie to tracks, this'll be my first senton run on the track, but my 4th time going there. Check out my channel, I'll have a video up very soon. My battery is charging as I comment this.

[@NikkiNexo777]

@@nathanz602 Cool. Get some. I will definitely check out your Channel. Please comment back here after you run the senton at the track.

[@ianmoss8416]

@@NikkiNexo777 this car wouldn't be able to keep up with modern 8th scale race kits. They have way more power and are built to go around a track as fast as possible. Tires will help but consider saving up for a kit.

[@owenmeyer2208]

What 3s battery do you run in this???

[@cjay7360]

RC Driver or anyone else out there, do you know of where you can get replacement front suspension arms from? I broke my left one my first time running and have been on the sidelines ever since. Arrma says they’re on backorder until April. No way I can wait that long! Lol

[@paige2732]

everything breaks in the cold. dosen't matter what you drive. enough jumping hurts too. I have the big rock 3s and took it out one night this month and broke a bunch of stuff and it was 15 degrees out. my losi 3xle is my go to truck right now and it broke in the cold too.

[@Kacicka999]

Should i buy big rock or this for regular driving on grass/dirt/roads...

[@tomburnell7674]

I wonder the same - I got a Granite and looking for a partner for it.

[@Boycey_UK]

Which would you suggest is the best this or the senton 3s?? Was looking to buy the senton but then this beauty came swooping in haha

[@99ville]

I have 2 of these I want to change one to brushless for speed racing, no bashing or bmx tracks. Can I use parts from the 3s?

[@jacksonnault6316]

did you lkike duck tape a camera to your leg to record this or where you like lying down on the ground?

[@DavidFernandez-sc5ws]

Just got into this Hobby. Got a Traxxas Slash 4x4. Great vehicle. My next will probably be Arrma though. Just need to buy new charger and batteries. 😥😥

[@thatonebigboi2382]

David Fernandez hey dude I was wondering if u could get a connector. I was thinking the same thing

[@cwatson42785]

Guys you don't need a new charger or batteries for that matter, just go on Ebay and they sell all the little connectors to go from traxxas to whatever you need to hook into. I have the traxxas charger and multiple connectors on different batteries and I just get the small connection adapters to go from traxxas to Dean's or with a arrma truck you would go traxxas to ec5. Just ask the sellers on Ebay and they will make sure it's the right one you need. They are cheap too and only like $3-$6. So you definitely don't need to buy new stuff. Although never buy traxxas lipos, they are way overpriced. You can also get the connectors to go from a Dean's or ec5 connector lipo to traxxas end to hook into your traxxas. Hope that helps. But yeah I made the switch to arrma trucks and never going back to traxxas.

[@thatonebigboi2382]

Chris Watson thanks dude

[@cwatson42785]

@@thatonebigboi2382 no problem man yeah they are all over Ebay and fairly cheap. You should buy any lipos other than traxxas like power hobby or gens ace. They have higher c ratings which gives you more burst/power. Traxxas lipos are too expensive and too low of a discharge rating. You could go with those lipos with a dean's or ec5 connector then just get a matching connector with a traxxas end to plug into the esc.

[@benpitchford2987]

For grass riding would u recommend the typhon 6s or 3s?

[@zzaher91]

ARRMA 1/8 TYPHON MEGA 550 Brushed 4 Wheel Drive Speed Buggy compared to this model why is it slightly more expensive even though its older model is this better ? Please respond asap cuz I'm ready to purchase asap

[@victorleitzel8922]

anyone know if the Arrma Typhon 4x4 BLX 3s has a power cut off feature that cuts off the power when the lipo battery is low? this would be to identify that the lipo battery is low and needs recharged. also to protect the battery from being used at low voltage and therefore damanging it

[@zqzj]

It does. Just make sure you connect a fully charged battery, so it gets a good reading to detect if you installed a 2s or 3s. Personally, once you feel a dip in power, disconnect the battery and use another one. Not healthy to run a battery down, even to the cut off.

[@victorleitzel8922]

@@zqzj that makes so much sense. my own rc car has a power cut off and each time i use it i make sure to run the battery all the way to the power cut off. despite my careful treatment to the lipo battery, i noticed it is still expanding a little bit. must be because i run it all the way to the power cut off. you are suggesting to just stop using it when i notice any lack of power

[@zqzj]

@@victorleitzel8922 yeah, once you notice a drop in performance, it's best to disconnect the battery. I also fly FPV drones, and the goggles give you a live voltage readout, and whenever I see the voltage dipping bellow 3.7-3.8 V per cell(11.1-11.4 in a 3S), I end my run. I used to run down to 3.3.-3.5 V per cell and I would start getting puffed batteries too quickly.

[@victorleitzel8922]

@@zqzj that is incredible. i will keep this in mind. thank you

[@darklightcamaro22]

Hello, I want to purchase this but there are two versions? what is the difference between the Arma typhon 3S BLX Brushless RTR 1/8 4WD BUGGY W/Spektrum 2.4GHz Radio vs Arma Typhon V3 3S BLX Brushless RTR 1/8 4WD Buggy w/ Spektrum SLT3 2.4Ghz Radio Is it just the radio? one is 299 one is 319?

[@butchmeister80]

2s or 3s ones slower

[@philgordongordon4733]

I'm in the hobby shop now just about to grab this as my first car

[@philgordongordon4733]

@R it rips. Super quick

[@nobodynoone3428]

Will it handle 6s? I'm seriously thinking about getting one of these. I wish Traxxas would make one out of the Slash. There are conversions, but an official one would be nice.

[@eerovirtanen3529]

There is also a 6s version from Arrma. This is up to 3s.

[@nobodynoone3428]

@@eerovirtanen3529 I know. I'm wondering if this can handle a 6s system.

[@chrissue4131]

Just buy the larger 6s typhon if you want to run 6s. This is the 3s version

[@nobodynoone3428]

@@chrissue4131 It's more expensive, heavier, and I prefer the this chassis. If I was going to spend as much as the 6s version, I'd just get something else entirely.

[@shelbyseelbach9568]

@@nobodynoone3428 it's more expensive and heavier because it is intended for 6s.

[@Spoogitywoogums]

The front bumper on my Senton 4x4 broke in the exact same way, but not from the same severity of the impact. I legit think something is up with that skidplate's design

[@johnwagner4559]

Thanks greg! I knew after you reviewed the senton and big rock, I knew it wouldn't be long for the typhon. Its AWESOME! PERIOD. Does this thing come with a hex for the wheels?? I heard it doesn't... Strange. I wish they would've included a wheelie bar too.

[@rcdriver]

No 17mm hex wrench included which is odd. The wing acted as a pretty good wheelie bar lol

[@brianjohnson6891]

Greg, good video, are you driving this one handed? I kept seeing your shadow and the camera stick but I only ever saw one person in those shadows. If your rocking one handed, have this kind of control and making these videos that is really impressive.

[@edwardwester5968]

That is my favorite platform from arrma the only downside is the shocks and steering servo must be replaced but it's a great 👍 RC you can't go wrong 😉

[@edwardwester5968]

@Cagsbo l use arrma typhon 6s shocks and l use eco streeing servo and servox titanium gear ⚙️ servo

[@armandoramirez6543]

I wanted to buy it but it's not in stock does anyone knows where else to buy it?

[@pl9172]

The Typhon 3s is now BO. The T.A. is schedule for april 15. I ordered one. PL

[@chrissue4131]

Stuff breaks, regardless what car you get....if you really bash them (ie have awesome fun!). I don’t know why Arrma use such small bumpers? I replaced the one on my Kraton V3 before it had its first run with one from TBone Racing. Much better. Aprt from their bumpers, I have trouble faulting Arrma

[@scottperry5454]

Great video, I'm a little confused now though when you said 4WD and not AWD. What is the difference? I thought these were all AWD. Or can you disable it? I'm considering one for racing. Any thoughts?

[@SvenTSchixe]

Hey Scott, I think, although not positive, that technically for all wheel drive all the wheels have to be capable of driving together, this would probably be done by a limited slip differential. Otherwise a 4x4 technically only one wheel per side, front and back is driving. Flip a 4x4 RC car on its roof and rotate one wheel by hand either the front or back, only one wheel will move in the direction you are rotating and the other wheel will rotate in the other direction because the differential is not locked. If the differential was locked then both wheels of either the front or rear would move in the same direction that you are rotating them. Take care✌

[@gonzodetroitify]

@@SvenTSchixe awesome answer🎁💯

[@RockHash]

Cant wait till it comes in and yes I will be using 4s batteries haha

[@treses_1362]

Can it handle 4s batteries?

[@RockHash]

@@treses_1362 First you gotta change the ESC because the one that came with it can't handle 4S batteries. Anyways I did not end up doing it, I bought myself a Typhon 6S and gave this one to my nephew. Its a powerful motor and could easily burn out something so I didn't take the chance. Change other parts like pinion gears and get 3S 100C lipo batteries. He too scared to max it and I almost did but still reached 56 mph from one small upgrade.

[@turboturdrc]

love it!

[@FLSharkdiver]

Awesome driving mate!