The NEW TRAXXAS SLEDGE FLAWS? Full Driver’s Review

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[@CCxRC]

Really great coverage. I agree about getting over the lawsuit stuff. I still get excited when I see new releases from any company. I actually think it looks like a sweet basher. But my X-maxx 6s was one of my favorite RCs and like you said…if I get up there in that price range again….the 8s X-maxx is going to be my top choice. For the most part, I run my bashers stock…so I could see running this box stock and loving it. The motor mount and location may present issues for the big motor brigade who like to jam the most power into their RCs. Again, wouldn’t be an issue for me…just something noted with the mount and location up against the steering post. Really enjoyed your videos on this new rig. For people looking for a truggy, it looks like they got another great option.

[@tramontawilliams715]

I agree. My 1st couple of rc was arrma. But im a fanboy of all rc's. So bring them all on.

[@rcdriver]

Awesome running clips! Great vid!

[@whistlinlipo]

Dang it Greg! Do you ever sleep?! You’re dedication to RC is insane

[@exp2tr10t]

I'm all in for them making a miniature version of this truck, too!

[@V8chump]

Body clip system T shaped chassis brace Grooved/chamfered chassis Genius design maximizing every aspect. 7075 aluminum would’ve been insane but I feel like the T brace and stamped grooves will make it even stronger

[@gasolinediesel972]

Can't wait to see it vs the E-revo

[@ColinDresser]

I don’t think in any way this is a knock off from the Kraton even though it resembles the look. It does appear to be a little bit more durable right out of the box. I can’t wait to see how Arrma responds.

[@theAessaya]

I've been joking around that Traxxas has released a V6 Kraton, because of how similar they look on the outside, but they are indeed quite different beasts. I do love that Traxxas has provided mud/debris guards on the rear suspension, something I'd absolutely love to have on my Kraton. Sledge definitely looks like a solid basher truggy, and I'd absolutely consider it if I didn't have my Kraton already. Can't wait indeed to see how Arrma responds to this. All in all I'd say this is good -- more competition, more ideas being bounced back and forth between manufacturers, in the end it'll be us, the owners, who'll win.

[@jumpman765]

Glad your had luck out of it. It took me 5 or so battery packs before I DIDN'T break anything! Axles popping out even with o rings.. pins popping out and nuts breaking of of the pins. Bent dog bone. But now that that's hopefully it for now it seems really fun and fast.

[@toolbaggers]

The whole lawsuit issue stems not from copying but because Traxxas has sued others in the past. People hate hypocrites but love karma and justice.

[@aggrosaxon459]

That...or...people are just animals and will always be and act petty no matter what! Besides, traxxas us the pinnacle of rc engineering so, naturally you want the best, gotta pay for it. I support that model. And after purchasing over 10,000 in traxxas merchandise myself last year, they are the best. I have multiple brands and find massive and minor faults with all...but least with traxxas. They for sure have the most brilliant minds working and creating these cars and trucks!! Traxxas is for sure #1

[@mychalpstanton9188]

Over priced 10000000% fact fact fact

[@PhilBender612]

@@mychalpstanton9188 lol, ovr priced?? your under paid!

[@TheNamesArif]

honestly I don't think they're that overpriced but is just expensive. you got the quality and durability. although some of their stuff are indeed overpriced and currency difference is not helping either.

[@MotoRacer171]

@@aggrosaxon459 Sorry but after seeing the over engineered battery trays, slash 4x4 steering rack, diff removal on the e revo, and countless models that allow small rocks and pebbles to get stuck in the chassis i think traxxas is just for show. Tekno on the other hand is designed to be flawless in every single way

[@scalebuildersguild]

Fantastic! You've certainly put more abuse than I've been able to, and have substantially warmer temperatures than I, but I was also very impressed with how durable this was. Great clips, thank you for sharing!

[@jonhaas1231]

I'm buying 2!!! My son & I have strictly raced for a year plus now. No bashing at all & no real local etruggy class so I havent bought a ET48 2.0. This truck makes me want to get back to bashing & u can get 2 for the price of a new full blown race kit. We live 2 blocks from a school with hills & a huge field. This will be a blast!

[@stuckintrees4796]

In my opinion traxxas didn’t copy arrma . They just made their version of the best way to make a truggy. Arrma just already new that chassis layout was the best way. Now traxxas finally realized it. To me that means Game on in the industry. Which in turn is excellent for us. Competition breeds innovation.👍

[@mike-yc8bi]

Arrma tried to make their version of something an got sued... I'm still confused on how that works anyway...

[@andjusticeforall8813]

@@Shadows-RC nonsense, I earn an average wage and manage to purchase rc vehicles easily, I’m talking Arrma and Traxxas 1/8-1/5, Tekno kits etc etc Hell I throw just as much into them as the purchase price, castle electronics, ProTek servos, Futaba radios, ProLine wheels etc It’s just priorities, I love this hobby so not only is it easy to justify its also easy to fund Sledge looks very well designed All these unintelligent comments about suing them, it’s just a truggy 😂 Special people

[@duramaxdad]

@@mike-yc8bi Here’s how it works. Traxxis got wealthy and as such employs many lawyers. They want to own the market. When a little guy challenges Goliath, Goliath uses the judicial system to wipe out a competitor aka Bankrupt them or very least marginalize them and show dominance. Big business in a nutshell.

[@mike-yc8bi]

@@duramaxdad I get it an like someone said this is traxxas attempt at a truggy basher, awesome more competition just suck the only people allowed to use a cantilever suspension is traxxas I bet other company would love a crack at making one...

[@SengLeeKoh]

The talbot test is applied includes sending it to the moon in the skatepark, landing on concrete, multiple times.

[@juliusfr4008]

I am thankful that He is doing it, so all the people watching him dont have to do it themselves 😂

[@jimferry4751]

Sure lets go to the moon with my new $800 R/C. I think he did bend the chassis on his 1st run

[@clintfulbright1596]

The reason the fan boys are saying sue, is because Traxxas sued Arrma over the Nero and cantilever shocks. And they have a point, Trx should have never sued(but at the time Arrma was a small company). Cantilevers have been around on real cars and Rc's for a long time.

[@RollingDeadMan]

All my RC's are Traxxas (T-MAXX, E-Revo 2.0, and a 4-Tec 2.0 VXL) and I seriously think Arrma should sue them. The hypocrisy in this is just blatant.

[@thetoxmedia4807]

I personally own a nero fazon and my friend use to have a erevo before he traded it, he also had a v1 and there were so many things traxas took after sueing it is stupid, also the new sledge has so many arrma alike things there should be sometype of agreement, they took there platform and flip flopped the parts around put a ugly body on it and the chassis is bent already... sad, the exb kraton is stronger:)

[@patrickmccarthy3289]

the reason they are all saying that is because they are being cry babies.....also, it was the steering assembly and the shocks...but everyone only talks about the shocks since is the only thing they can really try to argue to have a valid point.

[@kelrobins7476]

So why is arrma sueing traxxas because the tower to tower brace ha I and many other rc hobbyist were using tower brace years before arrma maybe I should sue arrma LOL

[@nickkuhlmam1336]

Good someone needs to put traxxas in their place. Over the years they've sued all the little guys into bankruptcy. The irony is they sued arrma over the nero shocks and steering assembly. Yet the sludge's is literally the same as the kraton's.

[@michaeldorich4485]

Thanks for the excellent review. I think you covered the things that most people would like to know. I think mentioning the safety issue is extremely important. There are a lot of parents out there that will just go buy one of these for their son or daughter even if they have no experience with r/c cars.

[@whistlinlipo]

1:18 definitely a fart. 😆 We’ll find out just how durable these are when duperbash, RC dude, and thunder get ahold of them.

[@ultimatespanner5011]

What when they put m2c let downs on it and make it weaker 🤣

[@jasonbrickman8065]

Totally agree! This wasn’t hardcore bashing. Actually pretty tame compared to those guys.

[@ervinmedina9014]

@@ultimatespanner5011 M2C letdowns ??? 🤔

[@olafstrand9965]

@@ervinmedina9014 don't mind the trolls with no talking points. lol It's like the bums that shout nonsense as people walk by 🤣

[@ervinmedina9014]

@@olafstrand9965 I know Right!! 👍M2C makes some Quality aftermarket parts. They are Not CHEAP!! But what is in this Hobby? In the end you get what you pay for. Trolls don't bother me much, I just like stirring the pot. Bash on man!! 👊

[@RCoperator]

Dude... You are the man! This is the first video I have watched of yours and I'm so happy you threw out the idea of just going with the x-maxx. I have had the stampede 4x4 vxl, Hoss, and now I'm going to sell those and try something new. I was going to go with the Sledge but I have always wanted to try the X-Maxx. For you (if you have time) or all you other RC drivers out there, what would you recommend? I loved the Hoss if that helps at all. Should I go with the Sledge or X-Maxx? let me know, thank you!

[@curtis5799]

I'm still on the fence with the sledge. $800 is alot of cheddar. My wife has a v2maxx that is an absolute blast to drive but I'm digging the more aggressive style and the lcg has always been my cup of tea. 800 bucks though. . . . Thats a big pill.

[@1118tcox]

Also the E revo 2.0 4x4 is a bit cheaper and 6s lcg. Even considered a rustler vxl 4x4 a few times

[@frostyalpaca3315]

I was in the same boat… but I took the pill and don’t regret it at all, the sledge is a tank it’s fast and fun to rip on all surfaces and just takes the beating.

[@AlderaansRanger]

I just got my sledge and it can take a beating and just hangs in there. Now I’m not treating it like Kevin Talbot but I run it pretty hard. It’s a lot of fun.

[@frfrank5862]

Any change of a comparison of the 1/8 Truggies between Kaiju EXT, Arrma Kraton, Team Corally Punisher XTR and Traxxas Sledge.

[@North49RC]

I bet if you tied the tires with some braided fishing line they would hold up, possibly get it rip full throttle without lifting the tires, and may take care of the over steer. If you have a 3D printer you could print up some TPU or TPE tire inserts instead of using foams.

[@johnlincoln4616]

Traxxas should just vent them from the factory, problem solved.

[@TastierBackInThe80s]

The understeer could be two things, the standard servo isn't beefy enough, or reacts fast enough. Or the front end is too low and/or needs suspension tuning. While I like it, Traxxas always seems to pile on massive rims and tyres on their RCs. The differentials are tiny, and yet they persist in these gargantuan wheel and tyres. It adds to weight and rotating mass something chronic. Otherwise it looks like they spent a lot of time developing the Sledge before releasing it.

[@jeremymiller2340]

I believe this is a true traxxas gem, i dig the blue body, SBG was right all the blue anodized aluminum would look together, SHARP= time to save them pennies!!

[@uan588]

Winning

[@chrisalan3699]

Just bought my 1st Traxxas. Did not go with the Sledge, got the X-Max 8s with TQI and TSM RocknRoll body.

[@CircuitAce]

Make a 1/5 scale truggy please Traxxas

[@NOTORIOUS_J_RC]

Nice rundown Mark. Traxxas definitely filled a void in their lineup with this one, and I can't wait to meet up with Sledge owners this summer and see one live. My stable is all Arrma at the moment, but I really like what Traxxas has done here. Should make for some interesting blasts at our local bmx tracks.

[@crazylarryjr]

The lawndart is why the truggy design is not really the perfect design for bashing, This is why i always loved my revo's (both electric and nitro) they have the skids to absorb and even slide a little BTW in before someone nitro's one of these That motor mount tells me someone will do it. All you'll need is the nitro parts Plus a new center diff mount with mounts for brakes

[@DoRC]

It probably one darts because it doesn't have a front bumper. If it had a front bumper it would slide off of the ground when the front end hit. Without a front bumper it just digs in. I'm sure an aftermarket front bumper will fix this problem

[@benklock4477]

Yaaaaa.i don’t have to buy another outcast!!!! Traxxas tuff!!!

[@mikec6765]

Got one as a Christmas present. I've got a least a dozen packs in and all I've had to do is tighten a few screws. This thing drives amazing and is a tank. I've done cartwheels it and wrecked it every way imaginable. Very tough truck.

[@BrentTheGent1]

Damn, i still have a 2 wd Rusty VXL that was over 10 years old when i bought it, new ESC , wheels, bulletproofed the body and RPM all round and i have spanked that thing for the 6 or so years i have had it. It is the toughest of my RC though my Senton is still quite new.

[@jeremiahwhisler766]

I am glad to see I am not the only one who ignores the "no RC cars" rule at Erwin park 😀 Thank you for another great video sir.

[@offworkhours]

Good recent videos of the Sledge. Interested in hearing your thoughts over time about the Sledge vs the E-Revo 2.0.

[@ratrod67]

From what I understand, from the build schematics, there was supposed to be a couple of washers/ rings where the dog bone goes.

[@Germanrcplayground]

The point that the people have is not that trx make a truggy. Its because of the similar look of the body, wing etc. When you first see the sledge you think its a kraton v6. Thats the whole copy thing i thing. Under the hood its very different to the competitors. I didn’t realized till this video that die sledge ist almost 1kg heavier then the Kraton

[@4doersrc758]

Awesome vid. I agree with the price vs Xmaxx talk.. as far as the suing traxxas nonsense. It’s a truggy. Truggy have been around long before Arrma. Still some butt hurt from the Nero after all these years?

[@jammer2150]

We were doing tower to tower center braces back in 2008 but ours was home made, so arrma by no means invented the tower to tower center brace.

[@mikescallon4288]

Traxxas has done a nice job working the kinks out of this brand new design. I just bought one and there is a night and day difference between it and earlier versions. Drivetrain is very smooth and the motor much quieter. No more surging either, it can now be driven smoothly at all speeds which was something that was not easily done with earlier versions. Plus, every bolt was nice and tight and every part looks installed perfectly. This might be the best vechile I have driven. I am a huge fan of the Talion exb and Maxx v2 but honestly, at least in my mind, this might have both beat. I can definitely see why it is priced higher than the Kraton. I actually think it's parts are superior to the exb Talion as well. Very happy with this bad boy.

[@88davidw]

Agreed about what everyone is saying it’s an Arrma copy. It’s just a truggy! There are loads of truggys out there.

[@ankilpatel8835]

Hey Mark; if you don’t mind, could you please share where you take your rc cars bashing?! I’m especially interested in the dirt/bmx track and the grass hill you’re showing in this and many of your other videos. I live in Frisco/McKinney area and would love to take my X-Maxx bashing there. Thanks in advance!

[@mybusiness6125]

This thing looks awesome. If it makes Arrma up their game on Kraton durability out of the box that's a win for everyone. Competition improves the breed.

[@dbirds21]

kraton durability is awesome. no one knows how the sledge will hold up, its not out to the public yet.

[@aristotleoracles1457]

can you do an updated video on the sledge? I am thinking seriously about it. i like what i'm seeing on this.

[@rcsmith5909]

Look at the running footage lm lmpressed . You can really drive. Wish l could hear the truck. Thanks

[@seeker0587]

Arrma should sue traxxass.. Traxxass did not invent that style of suspension

[@thaNZdon]

Ive been looking seriously at the Kronos XP V2, Kraton or This - and I must say this I believe takes the cake right out the box for ease of use and the ability to just get stuck in

[@MchooChoo2]

@pumpp if you’ve got the dosh for it. I’d definitely get the sledge bro

[@johnpluskota6988]

Great review update! Thanks for the info that will definitely help me decide which vehicle I'm going to buy.

[@sandycraven]

A small soft rubber ball put inside the drive cup will prevent the dog bone from falling out due to the expansion being caused when the rear end droops on jumps this takes up the expanded space , no droop screws required

[@AdamNeisler]

0:57 doing the Kevin Talbot test had my Laughing so hard. Doing that test I knew you must have sent it TOO THE MOON !!!

[@8bitflea]

I don’t get fanboys I just get whatever I like no matter the brand

[@Soilhalo77]

Where’s the big sends? The sends that bend the chassis type? Just be nice to see how much it can take

[@GosGosraider]

Nice new RC, thank you for feedback, nice video, nice running !!!!

[@midnitejmpr9429]

I’m impressed with how straight the chassis stayed, traxxas knew what’s up!

[@joshdunbar9721]

Yeah they knew because of arrma lol. Ever recall the first xmaxx came out 6s!!. 25lbs truck on 6s lol. Noless when the came out with an 8s system cost $300 plus tax!!!. I would have been pissed because the rest of the parts couldn't handle 8s. But alot of people are going to buy this and they will have parts for it a year later lol

[@paulcherry1520]

@@joshdunbar9721 no not just aarma makes trugggs losi AE hot bodies , mugen, lots of companies make truggies not just arrma krapton

[@uan588]

I have XMAXX. So sledge is next. Thank you

[@TheTylerjoy04]

In Kevin's Talbot Video, He Bashed It Really Hard, A Little Bend In The Chassis, Spur Gear Strip & Bent Drive Shafts On 2nd Or 3rd Runs..

[@Danspeed3]

I blew my tire and Half of one on my second bash session. I ended up getting the pro line badlands mx38 Belted tires and she’s so much better now! Oh and the stock tires exploded while only running 4s!!! First thing I’d recommend is changing the tires!!

[@BrentTheGent1]

And the biggy for new folks is cleaning, cleaning cleaning , maintain, maintain and maintain , learn as you go having fun but dont be put off by breaks as they are going to happen.

[@Brucewayne_80]

The point is that Traxxas HAD her own style what chassis about and that makes there cars so spezial. There was „always“ the competition between Arrma and Traxxas, because they are the most dominating brands. It is legit to say that Traxxas want to serve the Arrma market! Anyway, that doesn’t mean it is bad, but it is strange that such a big brand seems to copy her opponents. BTW. Love your content, Greetings from Germany!

[@Jules_73]

On all my big trucks like this I run the belted Proline Trenchers so it's easier to handle at speed. They are huge but they handle so much better flat out.

[@sadmancho]

The ERevo 2.0 is fast and handles well but is the Sledge worth the $150 more for the extra durability for a car that is the same size?

[@ImTrickyyyyyxD]

Absolutely

[@ImTrickyyyyyxD]

The erevo is junk

[@pablowheels]

Randy's hobbies in Houston will have a swap meet soon man!! I hope to see you here man! MSM

[@p_hat]

getting a skid plate/bumper might help with lawn dart issue.

[@jiffylube4296]

We have Xmaxx's, drove them only once so fare. My bro bought the Sledge too! I bought the Kraton 6s, because that's what the Sledge looked like and that made me go hmm. Bought the charging bundle too, to see what the people sitting around the big table offer out of the box.

[@justinlendowski3572]

Love your vids. Just got mine yesterday and I already love it after one (light run)! Maybe a little more than my XMAXX.........

[@MRCG68]

hello Mark , this is a realy nice to see calm and realistic review i realy like this :)

[@tripletrc5654]

I would just like to say that the truck looks absolutely amazing. The suspension looks in desperate need of tuning which is a easy fix but overall I would say a great addition to Traxxas. Now on another note I'm also going to say that Traxxas sued Arrma over a truck that looks and has absolutely nothing in common to the Erevo. In fact the shocks aren't even similar except there placement. All Arrma did was address all the problems that the Erevo had and fixed them, and Traxxas sued. So now Traxxas made a truggy very similar to the Kraton and explicitly compared the to and I think that's why people are kinda upset. I no longer buy anything Taxxas not because they don't make great cars but because it just puts a bad taste that they would try to ruin a great rc company over something so stupid. Great review brother. Love the channel.

[@stormycannon8904]

Arg sorry my phone doesn’t listen sometimes. I was saying that they should sell belted tires and it’s fun to put them back together and see it run .

[@Jules_73]

The oversteering feeling is the slow acting servo. Swap it out for a faster one and it'll drive like a different truck.

[@j.r.sitman6286]

I need a video to replace the center front drive shaft on the sledge

[@josh5477]

Sledge looks like a fun addition to the truggy world. One thing i noticed was the motor. Seems upgrading to a larger motor is out. There’s only a couple millimeters of extra space behind the stock motor. That alone is a deal breaker for me

[@allmybasketsinoneegg]

Looks like an angrier E-Revo and I want one. Probably can't let the niece drive this, though she did drive the 1/16 E-Revo.

[@pbruteforce1]

Do you think it would be possible to get a tighter steering out of the vehicle?

[@Bradenmatronic]

A good upgrade for the tires is some Arrma backflips

[@rcmakingtracks18]

Awesome Mark. Great looking truck, with some great design upgrades. This maybe my first traxxas. Um seriously considering. Thanks for sharing. John

[@rogerlynch4790]

Those clips in your battery box look awesome! I have limited use of my hands an think those would really help me out! Can you tell me where to get them?

[@sambagogo777]

I chuckled to "we'll do the Kevin Talbot test"! Saying X-Maxx is only $200 more may be correct but the true figure will likely be a lot higher for many users due to the battery requirements. Many RC users will already own two 3S batteries required to run a Sledge so the total cost of buying it is $800. However, X-Maxx requires two 4S batteries so the total cost of an X-Maxx RTR will be circa $1200.

[@spike--]

Just run 6s if that's all you have

[@nates.6464]

Hey Mark in your opinion is it worth upgrading my E-Revo 2.0 to this? In terms of bashing and speed?

[@dstjamesrc6395]

Not Mark here but I think it is yes. This car does everything the E-Revo 2.0 does, while being more durable.

[@based_will]

IMO depends on how you drive. If you do huge sends and you’re breaking it a lot and tired of that, I’d say go for the sledge. But if you’re happy with it durability wise I’d say stick with it because the driving experience and handling doesn’t seem that different.

[@davidfox2173]

Great videos - Both of them. My favorite of all the Sledge review videos.

[@landscapingspecialist]

I’ve been waiting for this, haven’t purchased a traxxas since my stampede 4x4. I am a truggy guy. Have been running my tekno mt410 for the past 3.5 years exclusively. But im ready for another traxxas

[@tiffster1]

Great videos, being that the E-revo 2.0 used to be your favorite I gotta pick your brain. I am on the fence on which one to buy, Sledge or the E-Revo 2.0. I’m not going to be doing much bashing but instead running on large open grassy fields, similar to your favorite spot, where I need excellent acceleration, top end and superb handling in the turns. With both running 6s, both stock, out of the box, which is quicker off the line? Which is more prone to pull wheelies under rolling full throttle? And last which one handles better without rolling?

[@dirtymig0pp772]

I ether want the e revo or this too . Don't know though. .

[@YNWnico]

What do you use to clean your RC cars

[@roberttierney9284]

Traxxas vs Arrma, Arrma vs Traxxas....Competition is good! It keeps both sides strong and we get better prodocts.

[@mikehoncho4472]

Late to the party…. But can we get those body clips you use on the battery tray from anywhere?

[@redbanditracing]

Sledge is breaking pinions left and right, even the hardened pinions. Installed hardened spur and haven't had an issue breaking any teeth on that. I think it's rocks and dirt that are causing it, anyone else having this issue?

[@bergj1981]

First thing I thought when you turned it over. "Kev would straight edge it" lol

[@Randomactivities2.0]

I love my MAXX. I've worn out parts but never broke a new part. Thanks for the review but unless they release a whole new lineup and class with interchangeable parts across the lineup I'll wait. Like Legos almost, one build kit with 3 different possible vehicles when ya buy specific joiners and attachments brackets. Something tinkering friendly.

[@SpeedSyko]

Mark love your overview, I do a lot of jumping and stunting. I wonder if the lawn Darting effect is correctable by giving it throttle? Or once it’s in motion, no pulling out of it? If any knows, shoot me a message. The Maxx will do this, but I put more expandable tires on it for more are control and fixed that issue. Thanks 🙏

[@jamesblacklord8372]

Hey Mark Santa. I think I know what is causing the lawn dart like landing. When you ran it did you remove the big flat parts in front of the rear shocks? If you didn't I suspect they are acting like on big giant air break which may very well explain the issue you are having with the landings. With all the air pressure pressing against the rear in flight it's probably making the front go light in flight. Then factor in the surface area of the flat parts and you can probably see where I'm coming from. Another way to think of it could be like say a parachute when it is open. All that surface area is helping to slow the person or object down during decent which in turn leads to the dangling of the object in the centre until touchdown.

[@cbforme]

I so glad traxxas gave you a opportunity to pretest the sledge.

[@TheSupradude26]

“The pinnacle of all RC cars..” lol most of what you said made sense up till that point… Haha The only thing Traxxas is the pinnacle of is designing their vehicles and products so you’re forced into buying only Traxxas batteries which of course require Traxxas chargers. Then in my experience there are always a few parts on every car I’ve tried out (servo horns, servos, plastic shock caps etc) that are so horribly weak or so poorly designed that sometimes they don’t make it 5 minutes before failing, then when I realized that Traxxas had been offering upgraded and overpriced replacements for those weak parts for as long as they had been selling the vehicles, it was obvious it’s just another way to try and force their customers into spending more money to keep their new vehicle working. I can’t stand companies that operate like that, especially when every other manufacturer realizes that it’s actually beneficial for the health and success of the RC hobby as a whole to design their products to be able to work with everyone else’s stuff.

[@jamesrose298]

Got mine this week haven’t run it yet can’t wait!!

[@therchotspot]

Great video! I know it's heavy but it also seems like the Kraton 6s and the Corally Kronos xtr weight about the same as this.

[@joshdunbar9721]

That's true and thier aluminum is stronger for sure

[@elbutchos]

Please put it next to a E-Revo. Very curious about size difference.

[@elise4230]

you in McKinney bro ?

[@eriku7205]

Just got a wide max a month ago..ever have buyers remorse 🤦‍♂️…. But actually really happy with wide max v2 …trying to mod a Bigfoot shell on it as I watch your vids ..thanks mark

[@Xaero324]

If price wasn't an issue, would you recommend this over the Armas Vorteks / Traxxas Maxx V2? I got one chance to buy an RC and like something that's durable and can manage in various terrains.

[@sarvsingh0]

Wat did u get then?

[@NathanStorer-RC]

Can't wait to see you take this to the track! I think I would lean towards this RC vs the X-Maxx because I tend to like to go fast and prefer handling over anything else. Also, if you break something well away from your vehicle, I feel like this would be easier to carry, though you did say it's quite heavy.

[@rileywalker9862]

I only have 2 2wd slashs and i think this will be next rc car

[@stever8595]

On average how much run time do you get on the battery packs??

[@digitalhighway76]

great video! Your expert opinion is great. I'm a begginer and i am learning alot from your videos. Thanks for making the video.

[@ricksprings]

Great idea: Tequila shot every time Mark says rotating mass🤙🏾

[@JPRC_CRAZINESS]

Traxxas didn’t technically copy Arrma….They however made a rig that looks exactly like a kraton (body,wing)and it just happens to be the same width and length of the most popular basher truggy made by Arrma.awesome video MSM that rig took some nasty crashes😎👊🏻