NEW ARRMA Kraton 6s EXB RTR First Tuning and Breakage

Here's run number 2 with the all new Kraton EXB!!! Things got a little rough, but she finished strong in style. So impressed with this latest release from ARRMA. Great handling, power, and brute durability right out of the box. Big thanks to my bash Brothers Ian, Victor, and John for an epic New Years Day session. Shout out to Fast Track Hobbies in Rocklin, CA and M2C Racing.

[@therchotspot]

Absolutely sick run as usual!

[@RC4us]

great bash brother some HUGE sends and crashes... loving the new EXB

[@EJ-74]

That thing is a ripper, Nice bash Rich 🔥

[@JOHND_RC]

Dude !!!!! You have the most incredible footage on all your videos!!! And I’m been in this a long time !!! Just epic !! Nice work 💯💯💯

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much John 🤗. Truly appreciate it Brother!!! 🍻🚀🚀

[@rawb9976]

Awesome vid Rich! You sold me onto my Bigrock 3s way back and now ima buy this Kraton 6s Exb which is wicked sick.... its got the goods.... Long live the Duperbash! Happy New Year Rich

[@StraitJacketRC]

Some truly epic sends, the slow rotations and greased landings were next level, as always thanks for the insane content bro! You really let the truck shine, thing looks nuts for an RTR!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗. So stoked my buddies were up for a New Year's Day bash!!! Got lucky not having to work 😍. This is the best 1/8 RTR ARRMA has ever released hands down. Truly appreciate it my friend. 🍻

[@rcstringuss]

this rig really rips👍🏻💪🏻awesome blast bro👌🏻👊🏻 Yes, you can really see how well the emulsion style shock caps work! Happy 2024🚀🚀🚀cheers😎

[@ksrnate]

Finally a kraton you can bash out the box! It's about time 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@CommanderAstigRC]

EPIC New Bash sesh brother Rich. The new Kraton absolutely gorgeous 🥰 and remain supreme. Arrma nailed it with this one. The improvements and upgrades are awesome makes this truck super appealing to everyone. Wicked rips and sends as always with boys. Awesome way to open up 2024 with laughter and good times. Hope you had a good New Year my friend.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Brother Chris 🤗. ARRMA completely stepped it up for this one 😱🥰🥰. The value is definitely there when you consider the bulkheads and other alloy bits. So happy to see the new wing mount design and other small details addressed. Hope you also had a great New Year's Brother!!! 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@suncityrc915]

Awesome Bash Session, Brother...🤩💪🏽🏆A Definite Must Have...💯

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗

[@GreatLakesRC]

Awesome group bash Rich! The new Kraton looks pretty good 🤩

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Aaron 🤗. Another super fun time with the guys 😱😂. Lots of laughs all around. This is the best K6s RTR so far. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@BarstoneRC]

Man Rich some of them monster jumps just had beautiful butter, landings awesome session brother.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother David 🤗. Victor was going off with Barney and Big Girl 😱. Such an awesome fun session. Great way to kick off the new year. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@3SonsRC]

Damn bro that was epic as always brother Rich, airial combat 😂🤣😍😍 Good fun with the Bros and the new Arrma Hotness😎👍

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Brother Dennis 🤗. Good times indeed 😱🤣🤣. Hope you had a great New Year's and an awesome 2024. 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@Basherqueen]

Yes, she needs a bath 😉 AWESOME bash session with this fantastic rig! Arrma still way ahead of others thanks to constant innovation. Happy new year! 😘

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much dear Kimberly 😍. ARRMA did an amazing job with this one. She got a well deserved Simple Green wash at the house 😂. Happy New Year my friend!!! 😘😘

[@untouchabul47]

Just got mine the week of Christmas. I think it’s the best box stock RC ever made. They nailed it

[@phillybrc]

Happy New Year Rich>. This basher would top of my "want" list. So, freakin sweet man. It defintiely seemed like the K6 was very controllable and handled that terrain like a champ! Awesome driving from you and your crew!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Brother Phil 🤗. This spot is pretty rough between river rock, holes, and generally uneven terrain. She did awesome overall 😱. Truly appreciate the kind words Brother!!! 😎💪👊👊

[@JPRC_CRAZINESS]

I think arrma did a great job with this rig and you definitely showcased how well it can perform 🚀💪🏻that’s one hell of a way to start off the new year brother 🍻

[@richduperbash2966]

Yeah I agree 100% Brother 😁. Appreciate the kind words and Happy New Year 🍻

[@rawb9976]

Awesome vid Rich! This Kraton 6s exb is sweet, I think ima gonna get one.....Way back you turned me onto the Bigrock 3s which has been super fun and tough.... Since then my whole family has Arrmas. Good to see you still ripping my dude.....Long live Duperbash! Happy new year Rich

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother. So awesome to hear about the family all ripping ARRMAS!!! Wish I could get my kids out bashing more 😍. They're always doing stuff with their teenage friends 😂. Happy New Year!!! 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@philh3041]

Brilliant mate 👌🏻👌🏻 happy new year to you 🎉🎉

[@richduperbash2966]

Thank you Brother 🤗

[@dgitalchaos]

This is the video I’ve been waiting for! Awesome job! I’ve only broken a wing mount and bent an axle, but all around being stupid with my EXB V2. I’ve had much worse hits than Do RC in 25°F weather, I think he just had really bad luck. Good to see it standing up to your driving style!

[@mikellewis2346]

I have v2,v3 an v4 and soon ill have to have this exb rtr. Looks so perfect 👌 ❤ and your ability to show its true potential is amazing as always !!❤

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Mikel 🤗. Happy bashing Brother!!! 🍻🚀🚀

[@ZeuZLoD]

Impressive! Looks like that new EXB RTR is pretty solid and definitley an upgrade from the previous versions.

[@richduperbash2966]

Most definitely Brother 😁. ARRMA did right with this one. 🍻🤙🤙

[@m2cracing168]

INSANE BASH!!! Hard to believe its strait outta the box! thats why Arrma is the pinnacle of bashers!!! only an arm breaking on THAT bash? thats a win!!!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother Avery 🤗. Definitely felt fortunate only busting that upper arm 👀. So far this rig is a big improvement over the original EXB. Time will tell. Truly appreciate it!!! 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@damoknows1543]

Love your work Rich, appreciate your thoughts too

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Brother 🤗

[@jagergerg9771]

I wish I could bash like that, Richs skill level is insane.

[@mikecollins6378]

Nice run that thing is a beast 😎👍

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Mike 🤗

[@randallbradley465]

This will be my first rc,I'm definitely stoked

[@richduperbash2966]

That's awesome Randall!!! You likely picked the best all around RTR basher available 👊. Take it slow if starting on 6s. Give yourself time (and space) to adjust and get familiar with control. Very easy to hit curbs or other solid objects because they're so fast 😱. You're gonna love it!!! 🍻

[@flubberlane8437]

That thing jumps crazy good !

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Brother 👊. ARRMA did an awesome job with this rig. 🍻

[@TheDudeRc]

Awesome video and awesome driving! I did break my wing mount on mine already bashing like that but still a solid rig! Arrma did a great job on this truck. Gonna take it for speed runs tomorrow!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗. Bummer about the wing mount. Hopefully it took a wicked hit in colder temps to break it 🤔. I really like the added attachment points at the tower and one piece design. Have fun with the speed runs and watch out for those sneaky curbs and poles 😱😂

[@StunterSteve1]

Sick! Love it 😀

[@TpPartsRcXtreme]

Def the RTR to own for hardcore bashing Rich❤. Enjoyed everysingle second of it. ❤❤❤

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much dear Brother Thomas 😍. This is the best EXB yet. Super fun session. Happy 2024!!! 🍻😎💪👊👊

[@StevenYDG69]

That’s gotta be the most capable rig I’ve seen be released yet. I mean you really don’t “need” to upgrade much of anything😮😮 I’d probably like an m2c chassis anyways, but the newer 7075 from Arrma does seem better than in the past. Been sending my 8s kraton hard since it came out and it’s still perfectly straight, unlike my previous exb roller.

[@KUDRARACING]

Nice control in the air man!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thank you Brother 🤗

[@rcunknown5303]

I’m not sure what happened to my original comment. Stupid KZbin. Epic bash as always brother Rich. We’ve been so lucky with the weather to be able to be in t shirts bashing in the winter lol.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thank you Brother 👊. We have been lucky with good weather for our sessions. Haven't busted a ton of parts either. Looking forward to spring time though. It's hard to get motivated on the colder mornings. 😎💪👊👊

[@lukerecore]

Ya dude arrma is killing it with all new the rcs they came out with in 2023. Come on arrma i want the outcast 6s exb rtr v2.

[@rcnalra4884]

Epic rc car meet jump maestro 😘👍🚀

[@DHONGORDY95]

Good grief you put it to the real test 😮it's a arrma in the hands of the Best basher we have awesome 😎 bash bro🎉

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so very much Dhon 🤗. I know the truck is tough when my bash buddies are impressed with it bone stock 👀. Truly appreciate it Brother. 🍻🤙🤙

[@Brayl129a1]

You have some real strength being able to pick up the car with one hand I can barely hold my sledge with one hand

[@edwinlomonaco6754]

I can attest that Arrma got it absolutely right on this one. Got mine in. Put 500k fluid in the center diff. Replaced the stock shock cap bushings with m2c bushings. Added cooling fans to the motor. Loctited a bunch of screws and bolts for security. Then proceeded with 100 foot plus sends. I'm 3 packs in. Not one break. No chassis bends. Nothing. Gonna go back this weekend to see how many more packs I can run through before it needs anything. I did also replace the hubs with Hot Racing hubs just because I know the stock hub bearings will only take so much. But this rc is worth every bit of 700 bux.

[@RcPlayer-tt2vw]

That’s what I’ve been doing with lsd center , just adding 500k , but you have to change it frequently, I’m going just order a couple shim sets and take plates out , a main has the treal cups for 13 bucks limited supplies. I wonder how long before the outcast , exb v2

[@edwinlomonaco6754]

@RcPlayer-tt2vw That's what I'm hoping for. If they bring out the Outcast with these revisions Arrma can take my money.

[@RcPlayer-tt2vw]

@@edwinlomonaco6754 haha me too but my dinning room already looks like a arrma shop 😂

[@edwinlomonaco6754]

@RcPlayer-tt2vw Bro! 😆 that makes two of us!

[@vee6411]

@@RcPlayer-tt2vwquick question, why do you need to change the centre diff oil with 500k? Im new to the hobby

[@bryan17838]

ok Rich, you sold me bra. Ham better days better lays lol.😜😜😎

[@RcSpeedFreak-kk8wj]

No rich you’re making me want a one even more!

[@user-gi1pu9ri3g]

Man wicked sends😂😂

[@cafrma]

Nice 👍😁

[@paulgaddini]

Super nice video Brother, just like always! When are you going to feature the Big Rock 6s?

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Paul 🤗. The Big Rock 6s looks great, but the body is too heavy for my taste and I don't like the wheels/tires. It's designed more for scale appearance than speed and agility. I'm happy with my Fireteam and Orange Darling Kraton XL 😍.

[@paulgaddini]

@@richduperbash2966 I hear you Brother, it does need better wheels/tires to perform. I am testing some Badlands and Sledgehammers tomorrow, both belted. I hear you on the body and the weight, but it is still a beast! I have a display body and a send it body myself! Thanks again for all the videos, they truly are amazing and so helpful in knowing what our RC's can handle/not handle :)

[@Barberev]

Hey man thanks for all these great videos has helped me out a lot! I was wondering if you knew if the team corrally kagma wheels would fit on the arrma kraton? Thanks again👍👍

[@richduperbash2966]

I think they fit, but I'm not 100% positive. Believe both use 17mm hexes.

[@uninvestigated]

Damn you are sending hard

[@richduperbash2966]

This K6s EXB is the toughest RTR I've ever owned 😱🚀🚀

[@jamesazbill1864]

I just got mine on Tuesday

[@Paul0088]

Killer rip Killer Rc 🏆

[@tonytravers5122]

Would love a outcast 6s exb like this one

[@richduperbash2966]

These EXB's are friggin awesome 😍

[@pizzomedia7261]

Killer video Rich! Any chance you could do a video at some point on how you clean your rigs after a run for us noobs? Maybe not the most exciting video to make, but super useful. Thanks!

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗. I'll definitely do a wash vid at some point. Been meaning too for awhile. Appreciate the suggestion 🍻

[@pizzomedia7261]

@@richduperbash2966 Cool, there is a lot of conflicting information on how to do it. Water vs not using, Simple green (degreasers) vs not using, electric duster for computers (datavac) vs air compressor, WD40 vs not using, Protecting bearings and electronics when cleaning, etc. I figure you know what works the best at this point. Thanks again!

[@richduperbash2966]

​@@pizzomedia7261yeah I give my rigs a pretty heavy wash down after any wet/mud bash. I don't blast my electronics perse, but spray everything else with a garden sprayer, spray with 50/50 Simple Green/water mix, and rinse everything off thoroughly. Then I use my shop blower, towels, air compressor, and a space heater. Once dry, I shoot the bearings and hinge pins with WD-40 Silicone Spray. Lastly I plug back in and run the rig. Plain wd40 works great for water displacement and cleaning parts, but it's not a lubricant. I also use bearing oil when doing maintenance...etc. 🍻

[@pizzomedia7261]

@@richduperbash2966this is super helpful Rich! Thanks for the detailed response!

[@richduperbash2966]

​@@pizzomedia7261you bet Brother 👊

[@faisalbaig5306]

Fantastic session brother!!! Amazing! Will u change the motor can size ?

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗. Gonna stick with the stock system for now and see how it holds up. The Hobbywing 4985 1650 with Max6 or Hobbystar 4092 would be my upgrade choices. 🚀🚀

[@DifalcoConcrete]

Epic Rip 💯✌️🔥🦾🦾

[@richduperbash2966]

Thank you Brother 🤗

[@cue03]

Awesome bash indeed. Did you remove the motor fan? And do you still have avc enabled??? Thx.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much Brother 🤗. I forgot to mention I disabled the AVC (hate it on bashers) removed my front mud guards and the motor fan. It was cutting out after my skatepark bash so I just yanked it. 🍻

[@bretallsop1862]

I've noticed allot of my upper arms have been breaking in the same spot

[@richduperbash2966]

Yeah I haven't busted many upper arms, but I stuffed it hard 😂. Glad it was an easy fix. 🍻

[@devinscallions2708]

What setting do I adjust for reverse to react quicker? I’m trying to front flip but the delay is huge. Is that just the punch setting or is brake force needing to be adjusted? New to this sport of RC.

[@richduperbash2966]

There's a table in the ESC settings that enables you to adjust the brake force. I generally set mine at around 37%. Refer to your manual for the table page 13. 🍻

[@TheDudeRc]

Where is the motors cooling fan?

[@richduperbash2966]

I took it off. It starting cutting out after my skatepark bash so I pulled it. Took off the front mud guards too. If the truck doesn't need it, I just take off the extra grams.

[@sryofcrwsntme9517]

Rich! I can't believe it, the truck is no longer for sale. I just got off the phone with Arma and they have discontinued it!!!!! What do you think about that!? I. Was going to order it, but now I can't.What is in second place then?

[@richduperbash2966]

That sounds nuts. Such an awesome rig 😱. My only guess is they already have an updated version they're gonna release in the near future. I would still shop around online for one. There's got to be inventory floating around. 🍻

[@darksunridah]

Love this truck I put the 16t pinion in mine and now its perfect now no more shutting off for thermal protection.

[@richduperbash2966]

So awesome to hear Brother 🤗. 16T really is about perfect with the stock 2050kv motor. Can't wait to get mine back out soon. 🍻

[@user-kn4hm7gp7q]

Is it easy for the front steering ball joint to fall off? Thank you

[@richduperbash2966]

The metal pivot balls can come loose if inadequate thread locker was applied during assembly. All metal to metal fasteners need it. I use Permatex Orange. Holds like red, but allows disassembly. Now that I read your comment, I recall having to threadlock both sides of the steering links where they attach to the red metal plate at the hubs 😂. Again, supposed to be done right during assembly, but assemblers don't always get it right. 🍻

[@psighosteumili]

My son must had gotten a dud all ready lost a servo and the steering linkage screw keeps coming out even after using Loctite to keep it in place.

[@richduperbash2966]

Bummer about the servo. I would clean all the steering linkage screws with 70% isopropyl alcohol and try using Permatex Orange threadlock.

[@Nixxtrr]

What's your favorite out of the 8s Kraton and 6s Kraton? What's faster and what do you think will be more durable?

[@DeejayPozE]

You can make either too fast to handle with enough money haha...6s will be faster out the box though. 6s is much much lighter so less breakages just because of that. Buuuuut the 8s has that "it's huge" fun factor which is hard to beat, just gonna take more money to make it bulletproof.

[@richduperbash2966]

Love the 6s and 8s about the same 😍. They're hard to compare because the 8s is huge by comparison. The 6s is far more agile and can take more punishment being lighter, but the 8s is no slouch 👀. Comes down to preference in the end. I wouldn't part with either truck because they're both awesome. 🍻

[@John-shreds]

Do you think they are gonna come out with a notorious EXB ?

[@richduperbash2966]

I'd hope so 🤗

[@Sandeep9201]

What size battery do you run & about how much run time do you get?

[@richduperbash2966]

I run Zeee 5200mah 50c on sale from Amazon. Also had good luck with Ovonic compact 6s single packs. I usually get 15-20 minutes of run time depending on outside temps and throttle use.

[@Dukesy]

What diff gears do you use mate? just had my centre diff give up on me. Standard exb diff gears or you got any tips to make it stronger?

[@richduperbash2966]

I'm impartial with the center diff whether EXB or standard. I'm running the stock EXB center diff (minus the LSD plates). Just added the 2 large washer shims that replace the 6 friction plates. The standard ARRMA center diff works great in my opinion. I just replace the planetary shims with larger diameter Mugen Seiki ones, #E0206. Also add the little ARRMA outdrive bearing shims if they're not already there.

[@Dukesy]

appreciate the info mate. Will check it out

[@JDsYoutubeAcc]

What are your thoughts on this vs the sledge for bashing?

[@richduperbash2966]

Like I mentioned in my breakdown vid, I genuinely think the EXB is a WAY better value than the Sledge. Unfortunately, Traxxas did a horrible job engineering the motor mount and mesh system. Guaranteed to blow through gears unless you upgrade to an M2C Racing setup. The Sledge A arms are brutally durable, but the truck fell short in many other areas.

[@Captinfun101]

Question. How on earth do you know your landing upright when it’s out of sight doing those massive jumps? Your an insane driver.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks Lucas 🤗. I do my best to level off when landing especially with blind landings. It takes practice and use of sound to gauge speed and wheel rotation along with visual inputs. The key is not making sudden changes with throttle or brake once the car is level and beyond field of view. The bigger thing is safety and being certain the path is clear by having a friend spot for you unless bashing alone.

[@Captinfun101]

@@richduperbash2966 thanks heaps for the feedback Rich. I’ve watching and studying your vids for ages to pick up little cues with your driving . The ones I love the best are your last millisecond save landings . Just so sweet. Also your tips on shock and diff oils and set ups to even motor size with pinions , sharing them is really generous.

[@danimudura3213]

which do you think is the most durable rc 1:5?

[@richduperbash2966]

Probably the Outcast 8s EXB. While not a true 1/5 scale, it's big enough and takes a pretty crazy hammering.

[@rckanalengel]

Krass ihr seit Verrückt ihr Amerikaner 🎉😂

[@richduperbash2966]

We try and have as much fun as possible 😍🤙🤙

[@stevenpaulin448]

Do you ever do max speed tests?

[@richduperbash2966]

I do sometimes, but stock gearing is generally conservative and too slow for my preference. I gear my rigs to around 55-60mph top speed, but don't need GPS to confirm when the truck feels good. The bigger thing with gearing is finding the sweet spot to maximize power with acceptable temps. Generally the motors potential is reached around 140-150F.

[@brandonsingleton6256]

Can you Bash the Team associated MT8 Ravil

[@richduperbash2966]

I'll give it a closer look 🤔

[@RusYellowMouse]

Чувак у тебя забавный и заразительный смех))) И пилот ты отличный.

[@richduperbash2966]

Thanks so much my friend 🤗. Gotta have fun and laugh outdoors. Truly appreciate the kind words. 🍻

[@chadbiermann3380]

Looked like fun! 😂😂 Would you believe someone had the hair on thier nuts to tell rc dude 81 that because he broke an outdrive cuo that this truck is lame?😂😂 It sure doesn't look lame to me.👍🤙💯🤪

[@richduperbash2966]

LMAO 😂. Eric probably just had bad luck. I completely stuffed the front end and only cracked the upper arm 👀. Thought it would've been worse honestly. 🍻

[@undertow4629]

An arrow isn't Straight lol

[@richduperbash2966]

LMAO 😂

[@ianjohnhorwood2605]

ARRMA , one of the higher priced RTR , still has known issues with parts that break far too easy , still have the same old odd ESC related issues . NO I THINK THIS IS NOT OK , NOT for one of the higher priced RTR RC'S , all are still made cheaply in CHINA , definitely this is NOT OK for ME . ARRMA is still classed as one of the higher price bracket RTR , while still has a reputation for breaking all too easy with the same old odd ESC related issues 🤔 🤔 🤔 . SO I STILL THINK NO , THIS IS DEFINITELY NOT GOOD ENOUGH .

[@richduperbash2966]

All the RTR's are expensive now in my opinion regardless of where parts come from. This truck is a far better value than the Traxxas Sledge at the same price. Plastic parts break easier during the cold months regardless of brand. No ESC issues for me with this one. You can make generalizations about parts breaking, but all RTR's break something if you bash hard enough or spike them into the ground like I did this run 😂. The biggest thing is owning it when driver error is the cause.

[@jd111949]

What kinda of battery packs are you running Rich? This thing looks amazing will definitely be picking one up and don't have any 6s batteries so will need to order 1 or 2 which ones do you recommend? Thanks for your time!

[@Nixxtrr]

Gens ace are good. Good quality casings

[@richduperbash2966]

Yeah the K6s EXB "V2" has so many awesome upgrades 😱. I'm using Ovonic AIR 5200mah 50c 6s packs and a couple smaller Zeee 4000mah 100c. Both go on sale periodically on Amazon. 🍻

[@MadNing_]

Deadly EH! ARRMA🦾 Such a sick unit for stock!!!