*_This is the most fun scale for those who are real RC enthusiasts! I wish more manufacturers would just jump on board with larger scale creations!_* *_Way to go REDCAT!_*
@mitsuman55557 ай бұрын
My favorite features are the things it DOESN'T have: proprietary steering servo, proprietary battery connectors, a bunch of aluminum for the sake of aluminum, and a ridiculous price. Thank you Redcat! Also, great review as usual Greg.
@kendotek94147 ай бұрын
👍
@rickroberts76117 ай бұрын
Bro if you cant afford other brands just say that😂
@joesant194314 күн бұрын
@@rickroberts7611What? like if Redcat was the most expensive brand 😂🤦🏻♂️
@Redeemed_RC7 ай бұрын
Looks like it took cues from both the Traxxas Xmaxx/XRT and Arrma 8S Kraton/Outcast platforms, has similarities to each and is a value in the segment. Nicely done.
@RunThatRC7 ай бұрын
Just when I couldn't decide what to get they drop this giant!
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
Redcat stirring things up with some goodies!
@MiltonAPrado7 ай бұрын
Looks like will be better to wait. A lot of new stuff is coming out.
@ramsay48047 ай бұрын
If your trying to decide between this and a XMaxx. Don't get fooled by redcat lol
@RunThatRC7 ай бұрын
@ramsay4804 I already had a XMaxx was deciding on either a super rock ray or this. But might even just get a 10th scale crawler since mines a little worn out. I have had good luck with Redcat in the past and liking the new tiny crawler. What do you think the Short falls of this rig are? Maybe someone that bashes hard needs one to test its durability. I did like how beefy the xmaxx was built but I do like the lools of this truck as well.
@TRAVELER1977 ай бұрын
I think the simplicity is the best thing about this truck, in a good way!
@chaoticadventure7 ай бұрын
Redcat coming in clutch! HELL YES!
@ragercrepair93017 ай бұрын
This is hands down a giant kaiju! I said they should do this and they delivered. Hell yes! Finally redcat good job!
@keithcerce84457 ай бұрын
Love my original version 1 kiaju, my son and I were just beating it up yesterday. I'm not sure what's still holding it together
@ragercrepair93017 ай бұрын
@@keithcerce8445 sheer awesome engineering! That is one of the best rigs hands down. I love mine. I drive it under our golfcart while my wife was driving and she ran it over! I drove after that without an issue even after smacking into a tree on the same battery. Lol. Good stuff!
@davidbullock93036 ай бұрын
43 was that a short runway. Ive seen others claiming more.
@Hotcheeto5020 күн бұрын
That's a whole lot of truck for the money!
@ragercrepair930120 күн бұрын
@@Hotcheeto50 I agree!
@watson98977 ай бұрын
Redcat has surprised me more than once. They really are a decent brand. Nice to see them stepping it up these days.This one's a looker!!
@rc-hunters68317 ай бұрын
They just kicked in the door with this beast...simply beautiful!!!
@XV3LimpiadorXV37 ай бұрын
Definitely pick that over an XMaxx. The fact that it has a true 5th scale servo along with a SIMPLE layout is a great selling point.
@SaltPondRC7 ай бұрын
Love the looks of it. I'm a sucker for square body trucks.
@2LocosRCing7 ай бұрын
There's so much win here! Redcat killing it!
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
These guys are movin!
@TheThetruthmaster14 ай бұрын
It's DONKEY time!!!
@BlueDually4x47 ай бұрын
Redcat said in their live stream there are metal dowels inside the chassis at that split. They also mentioned it is all set to take the 200 amp ESC and larger motor. I like they put limiting straps on the truck from the factory. Solid review as always Greg.
@kenmastersmaster6 ай бұрын
Why doesn't it come with the bigger ESC?
@BlueDually4x46 ай бұрын
@@kenmastersmaster Probably to keep the cost lower. Ask them.
@kenmastersmaster6 ай бұрын
@@BlueDually4x4 lower than $900??? Might as well get the overpriced Traxxas. This ESC can barely outperform my 150a esc
@rcgoodtimes66577 ай бұрын
I’m impressed with how balanced it looks jumping, cool rig!
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
Yup, good general setup. I have a little tweaking planned for it. Should do even better.
@TRAVELER1977 ай бұрын
@@rcdriverI can't wait!
@FarmerFpv7 ай бұрын
I can't justify buying this over an Arrma Kraton. With that said, I might just do it to support another company so that we can keep the competition going. We need new releases like this to keep Arram and Traxxas on their toes. Otherwise, they get lazy with releases when they have no competition. I have the Kraton & XRT. So far the Kraton has been a much better truck. The XRT is always breaking. The stock motor mount is horrible. For some reason, the XMAXX is much more durable than the XRT even though they are the same platform. XMAXX and Kraton EXB are kings. Team Corally came out with the 1/8 Kagama which is an indestructible beast. I would love to see them make a 1/5th scale 8s version of the Kagama in a truck body and wheels. That would really drive the competition.
@IowaBudgetRCBashers7 ай бұрын
Arrmas are garbage. I own 2 and they break every time we run them and we’re not even hard on our RC’s. We own 6 Redcat’s, crawlers and Bashers and they’ve never broken. Redcat’s engineers do their research and make things better than their competitors at a fraction of the price
@DanBrando7 ай бұрын
The XRT is that bad
@dempsey967 ай бұрын
Farmer!! Dang man I didn’t know you were still even online. This is Panhead from rcgroups. Remember me? Man we miss you over there on the forums, Barbwire mod thread and related forums from years ago were peak RC time. We miss you! Hope all is well man!!!
@scottconstantine8917 ай бұрын
If m2c gets involved this thing had potential to become a beast. The scale look is awesome
@jaredchampagne27527 ай бұрын
I doubt m2c will support it unless it becomes extremely popular
@_beastmode_rc7 ай бұрын
@@jaredchampagne2752they just did a post asking who is going to buy it, they probably make some aftermarket parts
@YoShImUrA537 ай бұрын
Even if I'm not thrilled about a release, I watch all your vids for your insight and learning about RCs with your detailed reviews, Greg. Thanks for the great content!
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@DanBrando7 ай бұрын
Same
@jessefava167 ай бұрын
I'm really feeling the old Chevy body look. Well done redcat
@hankkrendl89527 ай бұрын
This truck looks and appears to operate awesome... Super happy about the power combo
@shaunodriscoll7 ай бұрын
Cool truck, it’s nice to see it being driven the way I believe most of us drive! An honest opinion too. Really enjoyed the video. Thank you
@m2cracing1687 ай бұрын
Right on , man! Thanks for the awesome breakdown and shout out!!! Always great reviews! I'm liking the looks of this one!!!
@RakishRc7 ай бұрын
Looks good. First it looked like a big savage flux but then the chassis sort of has the xmaxx design. Those jumps on the track were so smooth and stable. Xmaxx definitely got a new competition now.
@Mark-g4z2s7 ай бұрын
Great video.My favorite part is you pushing up and down on the suspension
@prostreetcamaro7 ай бұрын
I like what I see with this. Reason being is I can see the aftermarket like M2C for example making some sweet bracing etc etc etc for this.
@CoachD3867 ай бұрын
Much needed, redcat is coming with back to back to back drops 💯
@BigKidsRC7 ай бұрын
Awesome truck and great review as always Greg!!👊
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
Thanks! It was a fun truck for sure!
@Shadows-RC7 ай бұрын
This one is quite fun to just watch. Neat truck! Great review. Redcat is really stepping things up.
@ChriswithaCrc7 ай бұрын
Sweet baby Jesus I so wish we had these in the uk 🇬🇧 Cmon Redcat start letting us have them , you make some awesome trucks that we can’t play with ! I for one would most definitely have one of these if I could . 🤙
@boduke94287 ай бұрын
I swear I saw a comment saying Redcat would ship to the UK. No idea if it'd be worth the cost tho.
@hankkrendl89527 ай бұрын
Everything that happened on that test run is exactly what I've had happen to my xmaxx 😆 the front bumper mount and the rear pins lol
@Shellzwick7 ай бұрын
I ain't gonna lie . This is what the hobby definitely needed .
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
We the hobbyists win when brands compete.
@Shellzwick7 ай бұрын
@@rcdriver exactly
@rc-hunters68317 ай бұрын
It soooooo needed this!
@DashzRight7 ай бұрын
Another rc car? 😂
@goreyboggs7 ай бұрын
Poor people are gonna get shafted out of 860 bucks when they should’ve bought an XMaxx! Lol
@acereport89397 ай бұрын
I enjoyed watching that truck. I like how it handled. Breaks seem good. I like the way it is setup.
@D.J_RC7 ай бұрын
Very interesting truck. Looks like it will only be a basic basher, not an extreme basher for sure. Good looking rig though. 🤘🏻
@StraightUpRC7 ай бұрын
Good stuff as always. The limiting straps got me rollin!!! That is awesome!
@mikellewis23467 ай бұрын
I definitely give them an A for effort. It looks amazing and in stock form it should be fun as it seemed to be in the video. If your after looks more then speed an durability at a good coast this is it.
@83Goldy6 ай бұрын
Nice!! I love the license plate. I used to live in Tucson AZ for 10 years. I love AZ. 🤜🏼🤛🏼
@williamperri34377 ай бұрын
I spoke to Redcat on the phone right before the new year and told them I was heartbroken they were discontinuing the MT 10e and how it’s my favorite 10 scale monster truck of all time for the skate park. I reminded them that even though the Granite is unbelievably tough and may be faster out of the box, it couldn’t touch the MT10e in durability once the servo savers upgraded and you add the front and back chassis guards. We even spoke about the Rival MT10e and how everyone thinks it’s the toughest 10 scale! And TRUST ME it’s not! The Rival just like the Helion Avenge will eventually break at the front bulkhead and that’s why they sell them so cheap. It’s brutally tough, but no way is it as tough as the old Redcat MT10e! That thing once I upgraded the servo saver was probably tougher than my Tekno MT or my Losi Ten platform. In fact, it’s probably the toughest RC I’ve ever had out of over 50! Tougher than my serpent or my Mugen! The point of this story is they told me three months ago what’s replacing it is going to be tougher! 😂 I told them I doubt it but cool, and the guy said we tested it extensively it’s going to handle better and be tougher. Which would mean this is the toughest Redcat basher ever made and in my opinion if they’re right this could be one of the toughest RC’s ever made! Problem is, I don’t believe it! 😂 but I’m sure this is going to be super tough.
@CTBasherBoyz7 ай бұрын
That track is a blast. I watch a ton of your videos and I wanna go out bashing some time. We usually go up to falcon on the weekends and we bring some heat for sure
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
I’ll try and head up there some weekend
@IowaBudgetRCBashers7 ай бұрын
Aside from a couple details like the taillights being wrong, and the door handles being in the wrong spot, these things are awesome. Being a Chevy square body fan, I want one
@jameswright55722 ай бұрын
Mine will arrive on the 12th. Can not wait to get this truck to the Mx track with my 8s Kraton and Outcast.
@SinisterRCSanDiego7 ай бұрын
Crazy! Redcat is on a roll! Now to save some cash to get one someday😂😂😂😂😂
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
They’re really stepping it up!
@basherbodies72857 ай бұрын
Its deff getting our attention more and more❤
@MauzyrockRC7 ай бұрын
Nice. I imagine parts won't be an issue. Great review as always!
@tuffy36377 ай бұрын
Shock fluid looks a bit thick I reckon, since it was bouncing slightly on the jumps. Certainly isn't an extreme basher, but it will do good on the track. Overall a great truck, and great video too, good job
@brianlackie50937 ай бұрын
RC racing is so much fun. I been race rc since I was a teenager, I know how it's done. My brother likes it but he's intimidated by the tech and looking around the pits and he sees the stiff competition and he backs away from it. My son does the same thing.. it's just a toy car and I love it, it's fun...people get insecure and don't want to lose look like they don't know what they're doing but it's part of learning how to race an RC car LOL
@TheShopMiniRC7 ай бұрын
Looks like a beast! Seems Redcat is makin big (and small) moves!!!
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
I see what you did there 😆 Absolutely my friend!
@MagnifiedGiant7 ай бұрын
Great job on the video. This truck looks pretty cool. The seam in the center of the chassis is weird and doesn't seem to be a problem so that is good. I break the bumpers on almost all of my vehicles. I think I have bad luck.
@surfside757 ай бұрын
I spray my new plastics with wd40 and let soak in over night. I get so much more life out of everything I soak with wd40😅
@MagnifiedGiant7 ай бұрын
@@surfside75 I have heard about this wd40 method. Might have to try it. I usually can fix the bumper up with some zip ties and some chunks of high density foam. That will get a handful of more runs before I completely trash the bumper and put a new one on.
@ralphmcmahan21397 ай бұрын
Not sure if it's as big as the Losi's but, I like it.
@rlb11267 ай бұрын
Great addition to the hobby world. Nice that redcat is stepping up their game. Ide buy one
@kraftcraft29347 ай бұрын
Love those monster trucks
@PhilipCockram7 ай бұрын
Nice truck . Good review . Big scale is where's its at ! Ive had good performance and luck with my Redcat Shredder , which they call 1/6 scale .but looks bigger that this . I don't consider it a basher, but the extended chassis makes it drive and handle very nicely .
@truerc7 ай бұрын
This is, at best, 1/6 scale. They are probably calling it 1/5 because arrma has gotten away with it so far.
@olds97lss7 ай бұрын
How tough was it to get to the center diff? Curious for maintenance and whatnot. What does it use for a center axle? A tube like traxxas or bones? Had a bit of rear hop on the bigger jumps. Could probably limit that a bit with different oil in the shocks. The max6g2 system would probably perk it up a bit. 43mph did seem a bit slow... then again, my xmaxx was slow with stock gearing/motor/esc in it. Having a system to put it at 60mph feels "fast" to me with belted or wrapped tires. At least they didn't lock things in like traxxas to force you to buy a aftermarket motor mounts and whatnot. Nice review!
@Ricer_RC7 ай бұрын
So smooth. Thanks for the sweet content.
@kaobigdog17 ай бұрын
Man this thing looks awesome. Wish i could currently afford another rc. Would definitely be interested in this vigilante
@BeardRubEnjoyer7 ай бұрын
I'm 100% pro body clip. Keep the body light, I can deal with spending one extra second yanking clips. This is a great way to handle body attachment.
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
I like the new clipless options, but I’m also so old school that body clips are totally fine by me too. Makes aftermarket body options easier to install.
@boduke94287 ай бұрын
Agree. Clipless is great for low speed crawlers but bashing is awful. I spend a much putting the body back on my Xmaxx as i do bashing.
@VetteWay2Fast7 ай бұрын
@boduke - Agreed, clipless bodies don’t hold up for bashers. I’m the same way, every third landing, my xmaxx body pops off and I have to chase it down. Would much rather spend an extra few secs putting it on than doing the walk of shame and reattaching it 10 times a pack. I thought clipless was great when I first got it but not anymore lol. Plus as RC driver said, way more body options for standard posts
@IowaBudgetRCBashers7 ай бұрын
Exocaged Joe put thick diff oil in the center diff and it made a huge difference in power distribution
@TrokaRC7 ай бұрын
Nice review the runs at the end were cool.
@MikeS-cv8xs7 ай бұрын
I love the clean look.
@coreycash30164 ай бұрын
Awesome job as always
@joseCalderon19767 ай бұрын
I like it. I like it. It needs a big gee pinion and maybe a stronger servo.
@dannythor20127 ай бұрын
Really hope it stays durable. I remember the rampage r5 being super weak and breaking diffs and body posts. That was based on a hsp vehicle if i remember but this looks like their own design so thats better.
@ronniecreason78707 ай бұрын
Looks great way better than the one in fifth scale from five years ago
@RobertNES8167 ай бұрын
Excellent price point. Redcat clearly took inspiration from Traxxas and a little from Arrma. But the wheels and body are definitely eye catching!
@joshuaabren7 ай бұрын
I would think that the split in the chassis would create a relief point that would keep it from cracking.
@keithcerce84457 ай бұрын
Thier 1st kiaju..... mint, quality control on the 1 I purchased.. top notch. I see thier still using grease at the assembly plant... very good
@PerformanceFestiva7 ай бұрын
4 or 5 people racing those around that track would be pretty awesome.
@richardgrantham36797 ай бұрын
It looks like this is going to be a lot better than the R8 mistake.
@joekugelman41967 ай бұрын
I am a die hard Traxxas guy but I am impressed with Redcat and thier improvement on the rc truck market!!
@jaredchampagne27527 ай бұрын
I used to consider myself a diehard traxxas guy, until I found out they were anti consumer and hated us, then I started to back off.
@TheThetruthmaster17 ай бұрын
Its so new we dont know how good it is.
@jjonwards7 ай бұрын
This truck really struck a chord, nice
@danielcase21897 ай бұрын
Is it me, or does the chassis look Xmaxx-ish. With an armma-ish motor mount. I am really interested in seeing a long-term durability with this. At Armma money. I'm not sure if this would be the option to go with.
@yiarkungfu7 ай бұрын
Excellent review. The truck looks great, I really appreciate them having the look of a real truck instead of a spaceship. Keep it up Redcat, this is your window to kick some Traxxas and Arrma ass.
@brandaneakright60827 ай бұрын
I’m a big redcat fan and honestly think they done a killer job on this one, everybody bashing on redcat but sorry arama’s are garbage and break if you look at them wrong. Great review and thanks for sharing with us.
@truenewsglobal7 ай бұрын
So true about the Redcat body…but bring on the nice new aftermarket bodies!!
@frankposterello16287 ай бұрын
Falcon BMX in the house! Nice review - seems pretty fair.
@paultro84577 ай бұрын
Where's that BMX track? I'm always looking for a new spot to rip around. 😎
@jeffdavis67157 ай бұрын
It's in Meriden called Falcon field
@FTWBIFY66677 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review! Love that you actually went through the whole thing! It looks like a good truck. What about different bodies?
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
Not sure if Redcat will offer other bodies. But with the adjustable mounts, it looks like some aftermarket bodies can be adapted.
@FTWBIFY66677 ай бұрын
@@rcdriver that’s good to know! What do you think about durability in bashing?
@3Y3ECE7 ай бұрын
I was quite excited to get the email from Redcat announcing this new rig. But seeing it in action, I gotta say, it seems a bit sluggish. I would definitely want a castle setup in there, as well as a better servo. The bumper would need some upgrades also, as that thing is going to take a beating for all the serious bashers. I'm curious what backflips would be like stock, but being little sluggish, I'm guessing it's not the best at acrobatics. Great video, good looking rig, I like that there are other options for the body, as that thing will get torn up. Keep up the awesome reviews, I know I truly enjoy them!
@tomtracks30077 ай бұрын
Looks promising. Way to go redcat. Good review Greg! 👍
@Blimpus7 ай бұрын
This is Awesome! I want to see this bad boy with some Jconcepts Monster wheels and tires!
@MegaDeth8597 ай бұрын
That body looks so good ❤. I like it!
@rccarsandmusic26417 ай бұрын
Bravo great review and run of this truck!
@JamesBond-hz2tn7 ай бұрын
The truck looks really good 👍
@electricnitrorc7 ай бұрын
It's a Great looking truck. Reminds me of its little brother HSP Octane 👍👌
@NathanStorer-RC7 ай бұрын
I love the looks of tgis truck, and might be what finally gets me into fifth scale. It always seems like there's some little tweak here or there that is needed with the Redcat Vehicles. Fortunately, these issues you pointed out seem rather minor. Always love how in-depth you go with looking over these.
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
Yup, it’s all minor stuff and tweaking like any other car. Redcat did a nice job on this release!
@davidbullock93035 ай бұрын
Wish it came with t shirt .That truck image would be awesome.
@yorkrojas14526 ай бұрын
Cool. I've got the Slash 4x4 VXL and it Rules!!!
@dominicchesterman21077 ай бұрын
Wish Redcat were in the UK. We get some of their stuff here occasionally rebranded but usually with no support and at higher prices.
@FullOnRC7 ай бұрын
This thing looks really impressive.
@VetteWay2Fast7 ай бұрын
Nice truck. Kinda iffy on the body choice but can easily be changed. Redact is def making some nice stuff!
@rcdriver7 ай бұрын
Agree, body is kinda basic. But can be easily changed once the original is thrashed. 😄
@VDVC-RC7 ай бұрын
I really like the limiting straps... im thinking about adapting this to some other rigs I have.
@MASSARMS37 ай бұрын
It looks like a giant Traxxas Hawk! I love to tires and body.
@mikegrigorean75167 ай бұрын
I absolutely love the body and yes the hobby needed this and the tires are a big version of the Kaiju tires. I just ordered one through red cat.
@ctrc897 ай бұрын
Tighten up the servo saver, turn the BEC to 7.4 volts, gear up a bit, turn up the punch in the ESC, and replace the front and rear shock oil with a thicker viscosity.
@heffe177 ай бұрын
Great video, that thing needs a motocross track.
@XARIER397 ай бұрын
Looks really nice! I actually like how they a least attempted a realistic style body for a big basher since it seems every other company just makes n odd style body just to cover theirs.
@vago6217 ай бұрын
I’m might just have to get this truck, I like it!
@scaleworksRC7 ай бұрын
Wow. Very nice overall, and it definitely qualifies to be called a 'monster'
@joemomma7077 ай бұрын
Please help. I don’t care about price difference. Which is better? This or the xmax???? I’m looking to do skatepark bashing with the xmax I currently have the xrt ultimate and sledge. I love the xrt ultimate. Great video!!!
@JohnnySmith-z8p7 ай бұрын
Comparison. . 6s Big Rock to this truck. ?
@RainbowRoadsRc7 ай бұрын
beautiful truck i wish i had space for one but i dont want to get rid of the xmaxx!