It is GREAT! Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon on the Track!

Yep - it is official. This is the BEST way to get into racing while saving hundreds of $$$ compared to full race buggies. Period.
If you want to get into 1/8 buggy racing - just go get one! amzn.to/32embN8
I visited the RC Farm ( / rc-farm-105135097764710 ) with The Rich D RC ( / richd ) to see how good this Arrma TLR Typhon would do. It not only surprised the two of us, it surprised the regular folks also!
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[@FarmerFpv]

I found it needs more toe-in on the rear as the rear end was really loose out of the box. Once I put more rear toe-in and proline blockade tires on velocity rims, it was so much better on the track keeping up with my RC8B4e.

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks for the tip!

[@derekknight4199]

Awesome job showing the ability out of the box at a track and pointing out its potential. Plus showing the simple changes of better tires and the improvements you can get. Great vid

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks! It really impressed me!

[@TheJROC311]

The stock tires are ok for messing around, bashing, longer wear but suck at my local track. So much better with the appropriate race compound tires. Pretty impressive that someone could get that close of lap times to full on race setups with the stocks on it. Don't count out this buggy. In capable hands I think it's going to hurt some feelings this next race season...

[@RoadsideRC]

I agree! This buggy is more impressive than people think!

[@unstoppable6047]

Switch to ultra soft tires and I could see you keeping up much better and able to hit the jumps properly. Keep it up bro

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks! Yes - getting on the right tire is key!

[@trae4706]

Don’t do indoor racing with my TLR but I do speed runs and intermediate drag racing. Clocked 111 mph yesterday with my PowerHobby GNSS. Not sure on durability bashing wise but limitless when wanting to go fast and solid platform out the box to do do.

[@RoadsideRC]

I bet it does well in that realm also. Curious: why did you go Typhon instead of Talion for the speed runs?

[@GreatLakesRC]

Man that track looks like alot of fun! 🤩 Your right the TLR Typhon has a bunch of adjustments to make it better on the track 👍 The heart of it is still a Typhon though so you are only going to be able to push it so far

[@RoadsideRC]

That is right!

[@FarmerFpv]

It's a whole different buggy. It's lighter stronger way more adjustments. I don't get what you mean you're only going to be able to push it so far? It's no different than any other race-spec buggy when it comes to setup. I race mine every weekend. It performs just as well as my RC8B on the track.

[@snwbmx1]

Oh man it's been nearly a decade since I was there but this looks like Mike's RC World in Bellingham. Good memories at that track.

[@RoadsideRC]

Fun! Different place, but glad it brought back some memories!

[@jacobwalling4128]

People I know hate on it because it’s arrma but it has just as much adjustability as a tekno or xray so I can’t hate on it. I’m probably going to get it to spite them 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@RoadsideRC]

I love doing stuff like that. "Hey -- you know this buggy you hate? I just beat you with it!" :)

[@GreggCesaroni]

I actually just got one a month ago and I have to say it’s really impressive. On 4S it’s very pleasant. Max 8 combo, 19T pinion. It’s as fast as my Kraton 6S (1250 KV motor with 24T). Throw a 6S pack in and it does 80 mph on the stock tires. Tried again with Duratrax and they exploded. Only changes I’ve done to mine are better tires if I want to handle better on dirt and the M2C shock bleeder caps only.

[@RoadsideRC]

Awesome! Glad to hear you like it!

[@overdosed51]

You said the pros hit a few 19 second laps... What times are they turning on their personal set ups?

[@RoadsideRC]

They were all running low 19s, with an occasional high 18.

[@abruptlyblunt]

from what i've seen the tlr typhon with the right setup and driver will hold it's own against the likes of tekno and associated which is good because it's almost as expensive as they are

[@RoadsideRC]

It does seem rather fast for sure! Still, hundreds of dollars cheaper than the main race vehicles.

[@thelurker9472]

I got the Typhon TLR because I couldn't get my hands on a kyosho ready set rtr. Seems quality so far.

[@Wotup72]

What is your electronics in it? Motor esc servo and radio?

[@RoadsideRC]

Here is what is in it: - Hobbywing Max8 combo: amzn.to/3dRrPXR - Futaba 4PM: amzn.to/3dVtPOM - ZOSKAY 25kg servo: amzn.to/3se12xj - Socokin 4S 6500mah 100C lipo: amzn.to/30sa4eo

[@EmilWilkensRC]

How about the stock servo?

[@RoadsideRC]

This was the roller, not the RTR.

[@Fishinmass17]

what diff fluids did you run?

[@RoadsideRC]

Depends on the track surface and size of the track. I recommend you look at the Team Losi website - they have base setup sheets for their 1/8 buggy that translate to this one rather well. Puck a setup sheet that closest matches your track and start from there.

[@TKommando]

I considered a TLR Tuned Typhon for getting back into 8th scale before one of my racing buddies gave me his old EB48.3.

[@RoadsideRC]

The Tekno would be better, for sure.

[@marktrevino5503]

I'm looking at getting into 1/10 scale buggy racing currently looking for a cheaper end entry level car to race was eyeing this one up but I'd like to see him do a review on the hsp xstr pro race edition

[@RoadsideRC]

This buggy is 1:8, not 1:10, so please consider that as well.

[@barrysrcdump3557]

Hey dude. I've just bought a TLR to go with my tired 3s RTR. This was just the sort of info that I was looking for. I thought if it wasn't as good as I'd hoped, I'd use it as a bashed. After watching this, I'm going to spend some time setting it up properly and restore the 3s. I've fitted a Max8 combo, that should do for now. Many thanks. 🤝

[@RoadsideRC]

Awesome! Good luck with it. My friend and I now have 2 of them. Everyone who drives them is really surprised. They are more competitive than folks give them credit for.

[@delightedcuttz2341]

Where can I get one....I Love Arrma line up I currently have Arrma Granite Mega with a Brushless system but I wanna add all 3/4s components all around...should I or not.

[@RoadsideRC]

Honestly, if you already upgraded to brushless, there really isn't more needed to be the BLX setup. Just drive it and have fun!

[@20spray1]

i have an mp10e, but was looking to getting a Typhon TLR tuned or a RC8B3.2e as a basher/racer at my local track, didn't need it to be super competitive. the RC8B3.2e is on sale for about $100 off right now, so its currently only a little more expensive, but it does need wheels and tires

[@RoadsideRC]

Some good choices for sure! Any of those have better or easier parts support? Good luck!

[@TheEZGZ]

hmmmmm you got me thinkin

[@RoadsideRC]

I apologize ahead of time for what happens to your wallet next...? :) For what it is worth, I have really enjoyed it!

[@alanrichardson398]

Wot diff oil would you put in it to race ? Great video by the way 👏 👍 tracks like this are few and far between here in the UK sadly 🤔

[@RoadsideRC]

We followed the Losi Eight setup guide.

[@GuyonaMoose]

Very valid point. It’s not meant to go to high level. It’s meant for normal/new folk to get into club racing to have fun. Great video and nice driving

[@RoadsideRC]

Absolutely!!!! Everyone at the track was really impressed with this "gateway drug" :)

[@ReadySetRC]

Very interesting🤔 Great video!

[@RoadsideRC]

Glad you think so! Thanks!

[@BangForYourBuckRc]

Typhon handles itself pretty well I’d say!⚡️⚡️🔥🔥👊🏼👊🏼

[@RoadsideRC]

Agree 100%!

[@NathanStorer-RC]

I just bought one of these today. I started with the V2 3s Typhon a couple of years ago and upgraded the electronics. Recently I've been having issues with it, so I decided now is a good time to upgrade and just swap the electronics. I only have one pack through it so far, but I am really impressed with it. Now I just need to learn all the tuning options which seems a bit daunting.

[@RoadsideRC]

Honestly - I suggest most folks leave the tuning mostly alone. You can find a few setup guides from the pros online. Copy one of their setups for a track similar to yours and leave it! They have 1000s of hours in testing and experience, so I take their word for it and focus on making my driving better.

[@dirtysoufracing6029]

Get some proline positron and you will have a top performing buggy on your hands

[@RoadsideRC]

Yes! A tire swap should really help!

[@therchotspot]

Nice video. Im thinking about it for starting racing.

[@RoadsideRC]

Honestly. I HIGHLY recommend it as a great way to get into racing.

[@Dfchainsaws]

Do you remember what weight diff fluid u used?

[@RoadsideRC]

I don't right now - the setup was based on the sheets Losi provides on their website.

[@HenriBrownell]

Methinks you dialed back that machine a bit. Maybe it's because of the scale of the track, but it seems like the Tyhon is faster than that.. also, how would you compare that vs the Associated RTR BB10?

[@RoadsideRC]

Hey there! Just ran the buggy for what is needed on the track for sure. Some of this was with someone who knows what they are doing driving. Speed is based on track, right?

[@HenriBrownell]

@@RoadsideRC very true. I was just curious:)

[@jrc-fabs1634]

Good job man, we’re you running 4s or 6s?

[@RoadsideRC]

4S - that is typical for buggy racing.

[@sidlauskis]

Nice video, thinking about tlr typhon. PLannig to do some racing (amateur class one or two races at local events) and just fun bashing/racing with friends. After your video there is more pros then cons tu buy one :). Has this buggy any serrious weak points?

[@RoadsideRC]

This buggy has been really solid - but it has only been used for racing. No super-hardcore bashing.

[@sidlauskis]

@@RoadsideRC and how it is in racing? Competetive?

[@RoadsideRC]

It is surprising good for how cheap it is (compared to full race buggies). An average driver will not win a race with it, but should have fun and will not be embarrassed. We handed the controller to some of the more pro-racers. They were all surprised by how good it was.

[@maximumrpm1868]

Awesome video have a great Christmas

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks! You too!

[@invincible.heilander]

Does somebody know if it is possible to convert the Typhon TLR into a nitro car?

[@RoadsideRC]

There is not a nitro version of it, but you might be able to take parts from a full Losi nitro buggy and make it work.

[@OldfartRC1]

You would have to custom mount engine mounts and parts. Drill out the chassis to make stuff fit. Not really worth it... just buy a TLR nitro roller.

[@N1NJAKIDD]

Why do you ask this question on every video of an Typhon TLR??

[@islandrc-duke1972]

Cool run on the track

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks!

[@JPRC_CRAZINESS]

Definitely a nice rig I don’t race mine but it’s definitely one of my favorites! To me it’s like an exb version of the regular typhon with all the stronger parts 🤪great video!

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks for watching! I am concerned it might not really be that strong though. I would love to hear your thoughts on strength with bashing.

[@JPRC_CRAZINESS]

@@RoadsideRC I changed out the plastic chassis braces to M2C before I ever ran it and forgot they came plastic 🤣but I’ve ran it on 6s and 4s both maybe 6 packs each of just jumping a dirt pile back and forth with a good 15 to 20ft height with zero issues and I definitely crashed a few times but man it soars so nice🤪what is it that you feel isn’t strong?the whole rig as a whole or a certain area?thanks for responding 😜

[@RoadsideRC]

A lot of the parts that make it more race-specific. Examples: - rear shock tower. Look at where the upper turnbuckles mount. Soo many adjustment holes that the mount is weaker than the standard v5. - front lower suspension mounts in the plastic "pills". Great for adjustment and racing, but not as solid as the standard v5 mounts. If someone is just 100% bashing, I believe the standard v5 is a better choice. But - that is just me!

[@JPRC_CRAZINESS]

@@RoadsideRC yes the holes are close but we are talking about two different types of metal,rtr is stamped in I think 6061 and the tlr is machined in 7075.and we already know how those compare when bashing already from the rtr kraton and the exb version.

[@RoadsideRC]

Agree! I'm not actually worried about the shock tower breaking. It is the screw mounted through it that is compromised because it doesn't have a full hole to support it.

[@derrickdelosreyes9833]

Love the collection, keep up with the content.

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks, will do!

[@sebbbou5455]

which electro combo on this video?

[@RoadsideRC]

I think I just replied to your other comment.

[@sebbbou5455]

@@RoadsideRC yes sorry for the confusion! 👍🏻

[@kaosr.c]

Nice

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks!

[@classicrcheli9264]

they need to consider making a nitro version of this

[@RoadsideRC]

I don't think Arrma is a fan of nitro... But, you never can tell!

[@GuyOnTwoWheels]

There was an actual prototype of one, I seen it on Instagram, but Arrma decided not to produce it.

[@blakeh2198]

Awesome video

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks!