Equipped To Impress! Redcat Racing Scout II Gen8 Axe Edition Review & Action | RC Driver

[@Stickies72]

I am really excited to see Redcat come out with a high end rig like this. There is a lot to like about this truck and i see no reason why this is not on a lot of peoples Christmas list, I am putting it on mine for sure. As Always Greg a fantastic video!!!!

[@rcdriver]

Rich Homan Thanks! Over the years shops have asked me why car manufacturers can’t release a RTR with high end electronics as an option. I guess this proves that they can and judging by everyone’s response other companies should do it too.

[@marccyberwiz]

Yeah this is great out of box. Wonder if there will be any left or it sells out.

[@marcochavanne]

@@marccyberwiz Redcat said the entire first shipment was sold before they set sail. Second wave coming in February. I snagged one of the last ones on eBay. You can find them on other sites but they are marked up.

[@kravenkrawlhobby5438]

Great video, thanks for the in-depth review, ordered mine right when it became available and I can’t wait to take the siblings out for a crawl together, the OG and the Axe. So excited! Thanks for all your videos brother.

[@ianprice2441]

Wow look at Redcat doing it!! Time for Axial to step it up with a come back rig. Sure is real nice to see a box ready crawler with good electronics. Great review.

[@rcdriver]

Ian Price They are. That means others need to step and the RC enthusiasts will benefit. Thanks for watching!!

[@rvrinc]

Cant even afford a crawler like this but I still watch it because your vids are informative and fun af. Best RC Channel hands down

[@michaelhoyle3266]

Looks great! Love that they upgraded the platform across the board, not just the electronics. Curious to see what the competition does.

[@carlobell2558]

That’s an awesome spot you have there. Looks like no one could bother your runs, and filming. Thanks.

[@fredrieger5226]

Great video/review! Their new logo looks great as well as the new truck, especially the soft top. I think I'm sold on this rig with the new electronics.

[@rcdriver]

Fred Rieger Thanks! Soft top was a pretty sweet detail to throw in. Electronics too of course 😁

[@robertplaisier8844]

Love the new logo! Thanks for the review Greg, looking forward to saving up for this beauty!

[@rich6841]

Love the look of it very good looking truck. Like your idea of the lights thing that would be a great point. Like the video of ya taking it out on the trails nice scenery all the natural features of the landscape. You do a great job.

[@rcdriver]

rich skeens Thanks! Not easy to get good outdoor shots in the winter in the grey Northeast and with the sun so low. Did the best I could.

[@jamieedmunds3253]

I have one,and it is a blast. That thing crawls over everything. Awsome.

[@STEVOD313]

Great job on explaining everything on this new rig n great running video bro

[@BSalc]

I had a feeling you’ll be the one to get the first dib on this new Gen8 Axe edition . Thanks for the review. It drives really smooth!

[@rcdriver]

B. Salc Yup very smooth response, made life a bit easier driving for the video lol

[@steventurner3901]

This is what the hobby needs! An option for good electronics in RTR!

[@TSully2013]

We here are speechless and we are sold! Flawless on all accounts review and rock climbs to prove redcat at prevailed and your video skills rigth in line

[@MatthewJorgensen1968]

I run the AXE setup in a TRX4 and it's awesome!! Can't wait to grab one of these at some point.

[@klampfinger]

Hi there. I own a TRX-4 as well. Is there a big difference between the AXE and a common brushed setup? Is the AXE worth its money? Regards.

[@MatthewJorgensen1968]

@@klampfinger yes. you have so much more low end control without the hesitation of the brushed setup.

[@klampfinger]

@@MatthewJorgensen1968 thx

[@the-drifter-42]

@@klampfinger They are a lot longer lasting, and they are fully waterproof, I am thinking about getting one for MY gen 8

[@sk-sl5cz]

@@the-drifter-42 did u buy one? Which one would u recommend?

[@andyrichey1192]

You're going to love that speed controller, I have it in my VS410 Pro and it is awesome. Super quiet, I love it.

[@matdeeskbkn]

I own this.. And i love it.. Awesome setup.. Very smooth movement.. FOC system is absolutely great

[@GrimJerr]

Ordering my Gen 8 Axe this weekend, can hardly wait to start crawling

[@chrisfigiel9547]

Great review. I now have an idea what might be broken on my Gen8, same wheel that you showed. When I get back in town I will check it out. Thanks again Greg.

[@rcdriver]

Chris Figiel Hope you get it figured out. Thanks for watching!

[@garyfreeman9]

Definitely a game changer for RedCat Gen8 for sure. Great review . For the loud noise on my Gen8 I use shipping foam sheets and line the inner side of my roof and hood area and it quiets down quite a bit. Once again Great lookin new RedCat Gen8 and Great review.

[@rcdriver]

FREEMAN RC Nice tip, thanks for sharing. And thanks for watching!!

[@ExperienceRC]

Brilliant review. Looks like a great truck, nice to see something around the price point of competitors but with great electronics. This may end up being my first RedCat, who knows. Great upload as usual.

[@petroskaramichalakos5891]

I always enjoy your videos. Thank you 🙏

[@nielsjuhr594]

Beautiful shots and cinematography

[@ReadySetRC]

Is that you on their promo KZbin video? Great stuff all around. Just pre-ordered mine. Excellent review once again👍👍

[@rcdriver]

Ready Set RC Thanks! Yup, first time reading from a script, kinda hard. I just wing it when I make my videos.

[@ReadySetRC]

@@rcdriver Same here👍 Sounded great! Other companies should sign you up.

[@lancefry7299]

That intro was perfect

[@JayZ240]

I know you don’t like the cold but I live in south FL where it’s warm all the time but there are no rocks... I would take the cold just so I crawl on some actual rocks again!! Lol Great video and review Greg!! See you in the next one :-)

[@solrosenberg3587]

Excellent video as usual thanks!! Great looking truck. Thanks Red Cat

[@rcdriver]

sol rosenberg Thanks for watching!

[@christopherbutler3615]

love the channel Greg. greetz from Bavaria Germany! jumped over thx to Gav from RC Kicks.

[@ericchristopher9037]

Greg you need to come to Australia next winter, I live in western Sydney where I it was 35c today, which is in the 90s Fahrenheit I believe. Nice and warm and there are lots of places to drive RC vehicles too. By the way great review, I love these videos and your website!

[@STP_RIDGELINE]

How do you feel about the stock tires??

[@jamieofalltrades536]

Seems like this one does better on the downhills than the last model, pretty nice rig for the money overall. Thanks for the video!

[@bigrayrips4725]

Tax time cant come soon enough. I want to get into the crawler scene. And with a rig like this? The electronics are beyond worth it. And the gen8 is a beast. Cant wait to get mine

[@snowmodrc]

Nice vid Greg! I need one lol. its a gorgeous rig! i love my other Gen8, thing never lets me down. I can only imagine how nice it is with the new changes.

[@ianprice2441]

Me to

[@rcdriver]

SNOWMOD RC Yessir! Redcat is on the move. The Axe is a sweet rig. Thanks for watching brotha!

[@RyanRKJ]

Wow! It's amazing how much they improved. I love when companies actually respond to customer feedback. Too bad they missed the foams though. QUESTION: Is the top speed about the same as the previous Gen 8?

[@marcochavanne]

I think it's slower. I did see in one video that boiling the foams in water for 5 minutes each softens them up and fixes the issue.

[@jonthomas8487]

Drive cup/bearing on the portals looks just like the TRX4. They’ve done a good job on this price point, but I’m glad we decided on the TRX4 sport kit. Seeing what stress Kevin Talbot put on the TRX4 drivetrain I’m glad I got the TRX4. I may get the Axe body though!

[@Cronicncars]

Great idea using the nuckles as part of the shock tower mount. It'll make the long knuckle stronger for bushless.

[@lridebashitrc9422]

Awesome review wow that kit looks great. I can’t believe they changed all that and didn’t update the tire foam. Definitely some serious upgrades thou. Making me wish I didn’t buy the first version. Great job on the video. 👍👍

[@rcdriver]

Lride Bash It RC Yeah, a foam swap would have been nice. They did break in a little but still too firm in the cold. Thanks for watching!!

[@radster8760]

Metal mod1gearing is loud. My gen8 PACK got louder when I upgraded to all metal gears.

[@krashkingrc9715]

awesome review excellent run great looking truck

[@ridgelinerc9769]

BEST REVIEW EVER!!!!!!!!!! 👍😁✌️

[@stayOnsaturn967]

Ok now I am really confused...should I get an Gen7 Pro, Gen8 or Gen8 Racing like this one

[@eduardocalligaris4258]

Ive has a Hobbywing Axe system installed in a trx4 and an Hpi Venture, it’s the system that is loud not the gearing. With a Holmes hobbies puller pro both trucks went super quiet. Honestly I am surprised that Redcat had the audacity and wherewithal to do this first, way to go and good on them!!! It’s about time underdogs pulled the carpet from the big dogs, can’t wait to see how the top brands react if they do. I hope this truck sets the pace to something new just like the trx4 redefined the crawler market

[@RC4X4]

So on the bump steer it is just the servo arm makes the difference?

[@NaturallyRC]

As a graphic designer myself, "about fricking time" for the new logo. Ha. Next, the company needs to work on their photography, because the official photos don't do the corn havester justice. Seeing it here made me go from meh to WOW. Oh, and as usual, five stars for your walkthru. You are truly on a roll.

[@Tech-NO-City]

I was not aware there was any way to make foams softer. Can you please let me know how to go about doing this?

[@The_RC_Guru]

Tech NO City you can trim small amounts off the outside of them in a pattern where you want it “softer” at. Or completely change to different foams.

[@joseCalderon1976]

What battery did you use on this? Thanks!

[@twrecks116]

Redcat has a Winner there!! Let’s Hope they It going?! I’d like to see a New 1/5 Gas and Electric from Redcat! Keep Your Loyal Fans Happy Redcat.

[@MrRickTic]

What are the methods of softening the foams? I cant find any info on it. My foams however has softened up a ton and now cold weather doesn't effect them at all. they are super soft in all temps. All i did was use them. got them wet a little and there good.

[@bobzilla9p0]

Great truck! I own 2 Gen 7pros, Blue Gen 8, Camo X4, and soon a new Gen 8 AXE! (giving one of the Gen 7 pros to a friend who helped me with home repairs which also empties a spot on the shelf for the new Gen 8 AXE). ;-) I have other non Redcat trucks too, but I find myself driving them the most for one reason or another. Also on the winter release issue: Redcat and I live in Phoenix, AZ right now in early December it is 75 degrees for the daily high and the best time of year to hit South mountain park with the trucks! Plus in the winter all of the rattle snakes are hibernating. MOD list for it: 1. Dual stage foams 2. remove spare tire 3. Front skid to protect steering arm 4. Ummmm??? Nope good to go!

[@Thepreppersbunkeroutdoors]

Are those branded interco super swampers? Because they dont look like super swampers at all... stoked on the rc though!

[@vincevargas7892]

Can't wait to get this beauty of a truck. This fancy lady is ready to dance. Redcat🎥 Time for some action.

[@russellcupples2170]

That was my first thought on the drivetrain noise . Sounded like it was running dry ,but I guess not

[@cjv29er]

Yeah can’t really minimize that sound from the gears , even if you pack it with more grease. I’m just thinking its a RedCat signature purr. Awesome rig.

[@rcdriver]

CJ Villaceran Signature purr, great way to put it. Thanks for watching!

[@cjv29er]

RCDriver_Online You’re most welcome. Always been a follower of your content.

[@DeerPlot]

Hey brotherman i have a question , what are the benefits from running a brushless system in a crawler compared to brushed?

[@joerutkowsky3261]

Is the receiver water proof ? If not that receiver box isn’t water proof. How would you fix this ?

[@andyrichey1192]

I really love the break function, really smooth coming down a hill. Super smooth it is just a great system

[@speedfreak8200]

Brake

[@MrTmiket0007]

Love all your videos, amazing little car, I'm getting one for me 🙂👍

[@dmvcode3gaming187]

Awesome video 👍🏾

[@41magfan]

How is it a RTR when it doesn't come with either a battery or a charger?

[@tiduspernicano5852]

Looks cool, I'm building a full size scout ii for my first vehicle. It's a work In progress

[@JSparrowist]

I have a Gen 7, a Gen 8 standard, and now I’m thinking about adding another cat to the stable. Nice video and good job Redcat! My buddies hate it when my cheap’o redcats out perform their more expensive Axial and Traxxas trucks.

[@jscott893]

Its all aboouuutttt the driving. A true driver knows that and you should be fine out driving them with their own vehicles, I've never had a gen 8 keep up with my scx10 ii.

[@clintondahlstedt837]

i run the fs gt5 and i love that radio set up its amazing for the price point and they put it in an rtr which is sweet makes me want to go get one and all the improvements has me looking at them now cause i sold all my crawlers and im getting back into it i just finished my tow and recovery rig and need something to put on my trailer so that would probably be a cool addition

[@oldironsfury]

Connecticut crawling ! Old furnace state park is a great place too! Was that your voice over on the Redcat video for the Axe release ? Sounded familiar !!! Feel free to send me this tested Gen 8 Axe! I promise to give it food and water at its new home 🤣 Great video !!

[@rcdriver]

Joel Sanford I looked up Old Furnace. 2 hour trip for me. Maybe some day! I got a recognizable voice I guess lol! Sorry the Axe has a warm spot in the shop already. 😁

[@oldironsfury]

RCDriver_Online hahaha, damn !! Take care and have a good Christmas

[@brianhawkins866]

whats the kv on those? i have Wendigo and i wanna know what kv i need to be able to vrawl

[@BANTAM53]

I'd actually buy this Redcat. Well done Redcat!!

[@CasperRc81]

You should always run your foams firm rear medium front from a CI foam perspective. Firm rears acted better on under cuts and take most of the pressure climbing. Also for off camber side hilling the side wall won’t roll over. I’d say leave the firm foam in and add a open cell on the outside to creat more give in the center while maintaining firm sidewall.

[@user-tt9xt7gs2b]

Gorgeous truck.

[@tomandrews5392]

Great step forward for Redcat RC....the IH Scout II is one cool body....

[@henkiepda]

hi which one is better on rocks this or the element sendero camino

[@cwatson42785]

I wonder if Redcat has some other new trucks ready for release. They have been a little quiet recently. I'm hoping they got a new 10th or 8th scale bashing MT coming up.

[@rcdriver]

Chris Watson I heard new stuff is in the works. What it is... I have no clue.

[@cwatson42785]

@@rcdriver That's great Greg! I'm looking forward to it.

[@RC4X4]

This looks great for RedCat. I need to get one now. I just ordered a Scout in Blue for Black Friday.

[@rcdriver]

RC4X4 Cool, enjoy it!

[@sylvainster30]

Great stuff Greg! 👍🏼 very very nice setup! ✌🏼😎👍🏼

[@rcdriver]

sylvainster30 Thanks! This was fun!

[@jahmenrcbuildingasone4254]

Axial Deadbolt SCX10 2 offers a soft top as well. This was a sweet location any chance of telling where this is? Really did well out there!!

[@morganrody67]

Very nice, thanks for the great review! Maybe I missed it but does have lockable diffs? What about a high Low gear?

[@jacobsebastien3910]

No' An it's perfect as is'

[@elcaminosunlimited]

The new logo is a welcomed change. the old logo made the brand appear to be toy-like. I do not have any redcat products, but if I was getting into the hobby today, Id pick this one up.

[@Jimreynoso]

Are the diffs locked?

[@timvanasen6711]

Great video as expected Greg this is a very impressive rig Redcat really stepped it up and the price is great for everything you get this is easilly an $800 rig I want one and I'm a chevy junkie this will be my 2nd Redcat International I have wendigo another great rock racer I sensored the motor tho still super fast and slow for tech driving, you have great crawling skills I only do it when necessary 😎👍

[@jaymartin5434]

Does it come with battery and charger ?? If not what kind do you recommend and approximately how much $$

[@rchobbyandracing725]

love your videos I have a couple questions what would be a better upgrade tire with softer foam 2 go with this will be my first crawler rc I wanna get into crawling looks like fun and other question is what's the top speed on it just wondering

[@israelcardona5170]

Where is that trail at?

[@hyster16t]

Redcat nailed it imo👌

[@dan.h210]

Speed in comparison with the standard gen 8?

[@Soviet_Infantry]

Will the new body and interior design fit on the Gen 8 Scout 2 old chassis ?

[@rcdriver]

big tron I pulled my original Gen8 RTR off the shelf and test fitted it for you. Drops right on.

[@Soviet_Infantry]

@@rcdriver thanks bro, Nice videos btw.

[@davidbanaszak562]

looks great! I totally want one now.

[@davidbanaszak562]

Metal gears make noise! that is why even car mfr's try to use plastic ones.

[@danielkonrad1444]

Well, you forgot to scream "first" in the beginning😄 Nice Review. Thank you!

[@rcdriver]

Daniel Konrad LOL! Thanks for watching!

[@henkiepda]

Hello, I want to buy a new one and I am between this or the traxxas txr6 6x6 which one do you recommend?

[@Powerpickle68]

Very nice, I'm impressed

[@sabdhowinarto]

Which better performance between redcat gen8 rtr vs axial scx10 iii jeep wrangler rtr for crawling?

[@Nerm78]

Another good one. Thanks!

[@BDcumminsdiesel]

I really hope other manufacturers take notes on this

[@crawleradventure8763]

Gran vídeo compañero yo he echo en mi canal la review en castellano con prueba en el circuito. Las primeras impresiones increíbles

[@ChrisHirner]

worth every penny!

[@JUICY_TIME]

She is a beauty👍👍 great review😁👏

[@MrStingraybernard]

First actual video I’ve seen of this

[@johnroddy931]

How did you get that so cool first one I’ve seen

[@rcdriver]

John Roddy I know people 😊 Thanks for watching!!

[@strykerll562]

Yea you said tran train is a little loud it is loud in the regular gen8 also and i put plenty cow rc grease still loud

[@that_radio_control_guy1911]

Awesome thanks for another great review

[@chapc]

Thank you much, I enjoyed this. Now all I need is a comparison between this vehicle and the Traxxas TRX4. I like this a lot, but when compared with the dual speed and the lockers I wonder what would compel me to buy this over the TRX4. Are the electronics that much better than the Traxxas? Thanks for another great video.

[@chapc]

By the way, do you ever sell some of the trucks you have already reviewed?

[@1peanut]

This is awesome. what and upgrade. price ?

[@cs_gringo]

I want the kit version of this!