IS IT ANY GOOD? The Just Released WLTOYS 124017 Brushless RC Buggy. Detailed Unboxing, Review & Run

In this video, we take a detailed look at the upgraded brushless WLToys 124017 RC buggy. We dive into the diffs and take it for a speed run & bash. Is it worth a look or is your money best spent on something else? Let us take a good look and find out.
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[@gawa1976]

Cheers

[@DOFIXERR]

This is probably right up my alley. I like RC’s for its fun. Maybe someday I’d get into the competitive scene but I enjoy the simpleness of bashing/breaking/fixing repeat.

[@Jonathan-rb1iq]

Your review is great! I've learnt more about how to evaluate and compare electronic components when selecting a RC car. Thanks a lot!

[@JF-RC]

Hi Gavin, great video and some good detailed pre-1st run hints and tips. Looks like you get a lot for your money and looks to be a great thrash around buggy and worthy contender to other RC car manufacturers. Keep up the great work. Take care and keep well 👌😁😉

[@coyoteman8073]

I have just got mine and love it. Already have the purple one too. They are just a great little rc to have fun with and if you break it not a big deal as it's cheap to repair. Love the video buddy.

[@rcblackout4833]

Really impressed with ours! Super tough and fun! Awesome for a starter. Lovely video 😊

[@imnoexpertrc1054]

Before I watch, the leg of the chair has already made this a good watch. 😂😂💪🏻💪🏻💯💯

[@joski9030]

Yep 😂

[@wwhite3508]

I love these brushless 124017 cars. I am currently working on breaking the world 2S speed record with all factory parts. That's right. All wltoys parts and some applied knowledge of how to go crazy fast the scientific way. Stock brushless motor(s) stock drive line ( amazingly good at ridiculous rpm) but not using stock transmitter due to needing a LOT more range. It's been done by a lot of people many ways but I got something entirely new to bring to the table. I call it my "special sauce" to send this Chinese bowl of noodles into the next dimension. I'll keep ya posted. Great review and great videos. Keep it up!!

[@jennyetherington3326]

Great Video Gav & thank you for sending me it really appreciated 👍

[@RCKickschannel]

No problem 👍 Thanks for helping out! Message me your address and Ill get it in the post to you :)

[@danweiss4928]

You are the only reviewer I have ever seen on any of the bang good toys checked out the differential and shocks On camera. You get two thumbs up for that. Thank you

[@neilaldridge9261]

But did the diffs need more grease? Did the shocks need more/different oil?

[@hakksaw]

@@neilaldridge9261 I just received mine and I greased both diffs. The diff housings had a glob of grease around the ring and pinion gear but the internal gear assembly had little to no grease. Its kind of a pain but worth it to slather some in that assembly. Checked all four shocks. All were full, but they didnt have much push back to em. Mine had the same wear pattern on the drive shaft as seen in the vid. I just put some pressure on the esc to nudge it over. Off by a couple mm.. all in all, it runs like a champ. Its a pretty fast little buggy with responsive steering. A little cog too. Pretty much exactly like this video review! Good little unit so far. Sorry for long reply. Cheers

[@neilaldridge9261]

@@hakksaw thank you, very informative!

[@shadow7796]

I've got the 018, and I absolutely love it. Definitely getting the brushless version.

[@overbuiltautomotive1299]

gool rc motor and a hobbywing esc from ebay i use that stuff

[@barrycheesemore2928]

Wow, they've done a much better job with the electronics with the new one over the old one! I'd be tempted to get one, still not entirely sure though. Great video anyway ;)

[@camrowdrone6497]

Super glue might save you before she notices 😆 Enjoyed your review 👊🏻👍🏻

[@andyrobinsonrc2480]

Lovely gesture sending it over to Jenny :) great details video as well

[@RCKickschannel]

Hi Andy, Hows things? Are you getting a Super Avante on the show? I'm looking forward to getting my hands on it.

[@philmoffett366]

Looks plenty quick to me! cool video again👍👍👏

[@RCKickschannel]

Thanks Phil👍

[@RulesMugen]

Amazing review.. barely waiting for the 124016

[@NoLimitRC87]

Good honest review mate ive got a typhon 6s for my basher and a scx10.3 for my crawler but I've also still got my wltoys 124019 I done a brushless conversion on it and I get as much enjoyment from the wltoys as I do from the higher end cars as long as you don't mind waiting for replacement parts or even better do as you say and buy things like the diffs and drive shafts before hand as I swear they make the drive shafts from chocolate haha but in all honesty I don't think you can get any more bang for your buck than wltoys and there great for kids or someone just getting into the hobby im glad they've put a separate receiver with this one 👌

[@proshotsdk]

Nice review, and nice Sea Dweller ;)

[@RCKickschannel]

Thanks and thanks, it was my 40th Birthday gift from my whole family.

[@proshotsdk]

@@RCKickschannel I need family like that. I must always buy the expensive thing myself. I gave my self a James Cameron d-blue Sea Dweller, and i like it (y) :) Many ours to kill on your channel. Thank you for making soo good videoes.

[@dannywalker6279]

Thanks for video, do you have the part number for them other tires cause I mainly drive on road or do you know of other street wheels and tires that fit this

[@maskthefirst]

Thanks for this highly informative and honest video. This video sould be a guide for beginner to RC. If im not wrong we can change ESC-Receiver combo if we need (at 6:45) right? Any link for this? Subscribed BTW.

[@s.h.5726]

Good video, will there be any follow up videos comparing weight? Battery duration of Brushed,non brushed. Also seen there are sway bars available on aliexpress for these which make me wonder about track improvement times.

[@davidturner2365]

Cool little buggy for the money

[@cobikcopol370]

Hello mate,by looking on the motor mounting its 124017 v1 right? . And it with 60a esc right?

[@EJ-74]

I was shocked it broke that chair leg 😁😂🤣 I'm telling 🤪😁😂🤣 Cool little buggy mate Fun vid I subbed 🔥👍✌️

[@RCKickschannel]

Thanks Erric 👍 and welcome to RCKicks :)

[@justinjacobs19]

Brand New to the rc world!....just found your channel. I want to order this! You mentioned ordering parts at the same time that may break.....im not knowledgeable yet. What parts would you order that typically break? Thanks!

[@adopancia7445]

Speed: the ground you tested it was a little rough, probably on a flatter one and without the gps on top effecting the aerodynamics you would gain 3kmh or so 😜

[@KD6-3.7_1]

Can the chassis be converted to road or rally?

[@kytddjj]

I wanted a Hotshot when I was a teenager...ended up getting a red Taiyo Jet hopper.

[@areldcookie5581]

WLtoys is a good entry level hobby grade brand !!!

[@markbruton-young9228]

not much you can do to stop the cogging but would only be at low speed. change out the electrics to a low cost HW brushless sensor wire setup?

[@thejeepinrealtor5742]

Thanks for the video! I was about to order the brushed version. Now this one is out….. For a fun back yard basher, still worth the upgrade to the nee brushless model? Thanks!

[@RCKickschannel]

If it was just the brushless motor I would say go with the one you like the look of the most as it's close. The upgraded electronics make it worth it as it gives you a much better upgrade path down the line.

[@peterkuell3988]

I just brushlessed my 144001 and it had the same cogging issue. Basically the gearing is just slightly too tall for these budget brushless systems. As the motor mount is non adjustable it's a bit of a pain to fix. If you are handy with a dremmel you can slot the motor mount and put a smaller pinion on. Quadifyrc has some great guides of how to do it with parts lists as well. Great review Gavin, keep up the good work 👍🏼

[@michaelcliffe562]

The 17 tooth pinion from the wltoys a959 works very well with a 2845 3900kv motor! Just need to fettle the motor mount a bit as you said..

[@peterkuell3988]

@@michaelcliffe562 I went with the "drop in" option. 17t pinion and a dinky little 5400kv motor. Bit underwhelming on 2s but excessive on 3s :)

[@bonbonesrc3968]

Wow Great video how about the eat14 are you planning on doing a video anytime soon?

[@RCKickschannel]

Hi, I wasn't offered one for review and currently all channel budget is long gone for a while. If I get the chance I will review one on the show.

[@arnoldapplewhite3149]

I think they are great for the price. I appreciate they aren't up to racing standard but they look pretty good for the beginner who wants to go to there local club and give rc racing a go for the first time.

[@RCKickschannel]

I wouldn't recommend that personally Arnold. It would be better to take the £100 and add another £100-£150 to it and purchase a used racing buggy. You can pick up say a used Schumacher Racing buggy that would just be so much better suited to track racing.

[@AlanOnWheels]

Am I the only one who laughs everytime he calls his backyard a garden? Lol

[@RCKickschannel]

Well, it's just one of those English words someone in the US a hundred years ago pronounced incorrectly and other idiots who didn't know any better started using. Only messing, please save us from the Russians ;)

[@AlanOnWheels]

@@RCKickschannel not with sleepy Joe as our president

[@lmc1dj]

Great Car for the money.

[@JessVideoDude]

Changing to a smaller pinion gear can help with the coging, they probably over geared it for top speed.

[@RCKickschannel]

Yes I agree, this could help

[@dreamlike8655]

Do you think you could make a list of your top recommended parts for these to order? You mentioned getting spares just to save time and hassle, I just ordered the new brushless and would like to have at least the essential items on hand. Thanks again for the review!

[@RCKickschannel]

Well, some extra wheels as I've seen people bash the buggy and snap a rim. A pair of arms is a good start along with two upgrade universal driveshafts & outdrive cups. The towers can get a little bent when jumping but that is an easy fix with a hammer. Some shock rods are worth having as you can bend them. If you have the budget some uprights could be good to have. That's about it I think and all that is around £28.00. As for upgrades I would drive it stock and enjoy it. I would upgrade the receiver if you already have a better one to improve the range and only upgrade the ESC, motor or servo if you have a failure.

[@dreamlike8655]

@@RCKickschannel thanks a bunch I'll do just that, 40mph is more than fast enough for just ripping around the field by my house.

[@SuperDinomagic]

i'm an amateur. want to goin into this RC hobby. can i ask something? could we put all the esc, motor, receiver, from this cheap chinese RC to Tamiya RC body like Grasshopper? like cross implanting all the electronics to Tamiya 1/10? thanks for the answer

[@BUDGET_RC_RACER]

Hallo, 👍🍀 😎 Thanks for this very informative video…!!! Like said in another comment, I also think that the cogging might have to do wit the "massive" gearing… 🤔 Unfortunately, it looks like they are still using the same gears like before… With a module that makes it hard to get other pinions…😪 Can you say how hot the motor gets after a complete battery run on the gras like you did…? How long was the runtime of the stock battery under these conditions…? Many Thanks for this information in advance…🙏 Keep on having a great RC FUN time…!!! 🍀 Thorsten 🌞 RACER - Budget RC Fun Team Germany 🍻 😉😂😊…

[@RCKickschannel]

Hi, it was hot but not excessive

[@Team_RC-Freak]

I´m missing the track time for this buggy! Especially in comparison to the brushed version.

[@RCKickschannel]

Sorry I never set a time with it, not sure why. I was just rushing to get as much in as possible quickly. I would think it's a little faster but not much in it on a small garden track.

[@perspectivemeditation7648]

wonder if the esc would handle a 3660 high kv motor, and if the receiver will work with a different esc, basically- are the components really independent

[@RCKickschannel]

Yes you could swap the receiver out no problem.

[@stewartlewis3503]

"Not everyboby wants to do RC 24/7 every weekend"...What? What kind of nosense talk is that?...Oh, it was a joke....Haha very funny!

[@paulrobinson9355]

Great video! How does it compare tons readily available say FTX Vantage Brusheless which is full hobby grade, proper branded electronics and easily available in the UK for between 170 and 185?

[@RCKickschannel]

I haven't had a FTX Vantage Brushless on the show yet Paul so I can't really say to be honest. I do hear good things about the FTX mind. I think it will come down to budget as one is around £100-£110 vs £170- £180 so that's another step up the RC ladder. 1/10th vs 1/12th also plays a part depending on the space you have available. I should get an FTX really and then I could give you a better answer on what way I would go.

[@butchmeister80]

@@RCKickschannel yes you need to review the ftx vantage brushless prob the most available cheap rtr brushless uk build buggy on the market needs to come on channel just picked one up it’s very quick

[@butchmeister80]

Paid 220 for my ftx hobby shops had my pants down ha

[@michaeldorich4485]

You did a detailed and thorough review. Thank you. It showed some toughness when it broke your chair. I was confused by one thing. The box you had on display had another car on the top.

[@rogerking3449]

that box really was confusing to me also. i am not going crazy. thanks

[@halfpastblog]

This comes in two variations and that is the other.

[@butchmeister80]

How do you know how to put it back together after you’ve dismantled it straight away ha, downside to these can’t get them stocked in uk so bought an ftx vantage which admittedly was a lot more pricey than the wl toys

[@RCKickschannel]

I only remove a few parts so putting it back together isn't that hard to remember.

[@eduardomalcom2228]

Hello.excellent explanation... you still think this is a great option or you already have a better ??? Thanks pending your response

[@RCKickschannel]

These are still good but if you can put a bit more money in the pot, I would look at the entry-level Arrma Senton Boost if this will be for a younger RC fan coming into the hobby.

[@eduardomalcom2228]

@@RCKickschannel Thank you for your answer, I am 68 years old and have a very large garden, I have the wl 144001 and I only use it to run it in it, since there is nowhere to do it, that's why my query, was between the wl 124007 or 124019 or 124017?

[@ronaldderonde]

I have one,measured the range of transmitter in open field. Aprox,150-200 mtr.

[@davidmellish3295]

Is that for version 2? As the version 1 had a rubbish range. I'm sure you do know but just in case you're not aware if it has blue on the transmitter then it's version 2 ( the two versions are two brushless versions, it doesn't mean the first brushed car ) As I say I'm sure you know all this and I wasn't trying to be patronising in any way,it was just in case you were new to rc and you didn't realise. I say this as you seem to have version 2 range,everybody with v1 just complained about how bad the range was,if you do have version 1 then you must have got very lucky

[@roadstar499]

how were motor and esc temps after a hard run??? thanks

[@RCKickschannel]

It was hot but not stupid.

[@daveholmes7160]

Hi. Does anyone know if the metal upgrade pack for the older brushed version 124019 fits this new brushless version 124017. 😊

[@RCKickschannel]

Yep I think it does. No chassis changed apart from the top deck have been done as far as I can see.

[@bradburybadboi]

Was that 2s or 3s speed test? Will the stock ESC handle 3s out of the box?

[@RCKickschannel]

I hear its random if your esc will take 3S. Some do, and some don't.

[@bradburybadboi]

@@RCKickschannel can you just change the ESC or would I have to change the motor aswell? The stock motor is a good one tbf.

[@mrhardgainz5707]

I actually think these would be a great beginner car to head to your local club and get a grip of the basics of racing .

[@seamusmawdsley8462]

Personally I'd recommend going to your local club 1st, talk to the guys as there probably will be a 2nd hand car floating about for sale. It will be more adjustable which is half of the learning for new people.

[@ronmckinnon771]

Any battery and charger advice? Looking to buy one as a present 🎁 Great Video 👍

[@neilaldridge9261]

Yes, this too please. You said to buy a better charger but which one? Is it also worth getting a spare battery but a 3S instead?

[@RCKickschannel]

it comes with one battery but you can pick up a second. I would go for a fast lipo charger vs using the rubbish USB slow charger.

[@RCKickschannel]

A low cost fast charger like this kind of thing. shop.makerfire.com/products/imax-b6ac-2-6s-80w-6a-intelligent-balance-charger-for-b6-model-lithium-battery-us-plug?_pos=35&_sid=840cb4a8e&_ss=r

[@RCKickschannel]

If you get anything from Makerfire use code rckicks for 5% off. I don't make anything from it but it could save you a few $$££

[@Tamiyastef]

Has the car shown on the box the same specs and electronics? I like the look of that one way better than that of the two buggy's you have to be honest.

[@RCKickschannel]

This is the one on the box shop.makerfire.com/products/wltoys-124018-brushless-rc-car?_pos=2&_sid=6f9339cc1&_ss=r

[@leehurst6922]

Hi Gav. What was the run time please? Thanks

[@RCKickschannel]

Hard to say and I was filming so loads of stop start driving. I would say 15-20mins on the 2200 battery.

[@andyroo8uk685]

only problem i got is that 60amp esc is what is called a banggood special anyway when i got my 144001 over a year ago and went brushless brought that esc (surpass hobby) and within 10 runs id say the esc went into limp mode (total cogging stage) and the cogging itself was a issue with me ( i changed the punch to high and made it a bit better) and only thing i like that wltoys have done from looks as what i can see is they put nuts and screw straight trew the diff box on the swing arms as people screws was coming losse on them....

[@RCKickschannel]

Try a HobbyWing ESC. The entry level ones have worked well for me but you do pay a bit more £££

[@andyroo8uk685]

@@RCKickschannel yeah man g8 advice that i brought the 60amp quickrun for 144 and 120amp one for 124 but i want wp verison now haha ...but anyone should take this route to be fair

[@deanlanglois8185]

Hi could you do a review on the traxxas xl5 2wd they look awesome but would love to see an unboxing and test review from you on it

[@RCKickschannel]

Sure I can do a review on the Traxxas XL5 it won’t be until I have budget so I will order it end Oct.

[@deanlanglois8185]

@@RCKickschannel that's great thanks mate I look forward to the video 👍

[@richtysoe6393]

Box art is very odd. Is a totally different car

[@hfhsantos]

How do you think this car compares to a Tamiya buggy? Talking about handling, stability, performance ao precision. For you what is a good rival on Tamiya and other example of a much better option on Tamiya when compared to this Wltoys buggy?

[@butchmeister80]

They don’t really much more modern design and updated parts would compare to maybe a plasma edge 2 which would be half the speed and come with plastic parts not metal

[@stevenkee61]

The buggy picture on the box does not looked like the actual running buggy right?

[@RCKickschannel]

The box is for the two versions that have come out.

[@stevenkee61]

@@RCKickschannel - oh I see. Thanks for the clarification. 😊

[@jessicastrat9376]

So would you say there’s enough grease in the diffs?

[@RCKickschannel]

I would add some thick diff oil as the car is a bit twitchy with that much power. The diffs run free so spin up super fast. You can still drive it before you do this as the oil in the diffs is good enough to drive around.

[@markbruton-young9228]

@@RCKickschannel metal crown gears and metal satellite gears though not bad for the money, do you think the diffs would be capable of holding diff oil? perhaps gaskets needed?

[@anthonygalvez5400]

Why doesn't the box art match the buggy?

[@butchmeister80]

Yea the box shows an off roader wierd

[@mattiasrc]

A lot of bang for the buck.

[@gawa1976]

Can you buy road tyres for this

[@RCKickschannel]

Sure

[@dannywalker6279]

Just thinking bout getting one of these, are they worth it

[@perspectivemeditation7648]

without

[@peterkuell3988]

Got to say all the wltoys I have had really impressed me. Especially for the price.

[@customdrums]

Is cogging much of an issue for you? Thinking of grabbing this buggy

[@RCKickschannel]

Yes it was an issue Terry, I found it a bit of a pain. You can fix it by changing the gearing.

[@customdrums]

@@RCKickschannel now that would be an awesome video that I think a lot of people would appreciate. Love your Chanel

[@RCKickschannel]

@@customdrums Thanks Terry

[@chriscraft77022]

i preordered one from bangood.. i dont think it has even shipped yet..

[@jewlenskyy5993]

Did you receive it yet?

[@chriscraft77022]

Yes.. on 10/24/21 I will do a video on it on my other channel

[@robertwaters8660]

I run a 3s battery 3000 milliamp just have to take out the battery holders and you zip ties

[@stevewarrington8654]

Can this take 3s lipo maybe it could do its 75 then?

[@RCKickschannel]

I think so but haven't tried it. I don't think it officially can take it so it could pop your ESC.

[@stevewarrington8654]

@@RCKickschannel good point is it a 60amp esc or 120amp? If its pretty well built it should handle a low c rating 3s the 60amp

[@anthonygalvez5400]

When is the 1/10 version coming?

[@RCKickschannel]

Not sure on that one, no ETA. The 1/10th needs a load more work to improve it as some things work well at 1/12th but don't at 1/10th. I wasn't blown away with the 1/10th and wouldn't recommend it without upgradinging it. Brushed power and electronics are not great and it so needed a top deck.

[@THEMASKEDMASTER]

✌🏻😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿They have a bad rep because they keep changing the quality in the wrong direction 😂. They have a budget & always go for the cheapest deal even at the risk of drop in quality durability of parts. Racers won’t because they suck for racing. Bashers won’t because they suck as bashers. Collectors won’t because they suck & aren’t worth collecting. Affiliates will because .....? (I’m sure most people can figure this out by now but I’m glad you was honest about the Flaws that You could find through your Own Perspective, Observations & have Personally Experienced but don’t forget about the ones you missed 😂) Now the question is will you keep pushing Wltoys or will you move on to another brand ? LC Racing is way better than Wltoys & is worth the price increase. Talk to anyone that has owned both brands & they will tell you exactly the same thing. “WLTOYS SUCK“ Kids will like them because everything is cool until it breaks & it will break often. I won’t because they suck & almost anyone can quote me on that 😂. Wltoys & Bangnotsogood have the same values & qualities in business. It’s all Cash Cash Cash & it’s easy to make them cash when there’s affiliates like you pushing them on people that can’t or won’t be able to modify something that’s supposed to be RTR. It’s killing the hobby & at the same time you’re all saying “I want the hobby to grow.” WORK WITH ME HERE PEOPLE BECAUSE I TRULY WANT THE HOBBY TO GROW but that’s just the way I look at things I guess. Please don’t be like everyone else on KZbin pushing all the rubbish from bangnotsogood. In fact the next person to say “they want the hobby to grow” & they have videos with Wltoys.. I’m calling “hypocrite” 😂 I will say Wltoys have made a good move sorting out the electronics. That was one of my biggest complaints because it didn’t stay inexpensive once you start upgrading & replacing parts that break on a regular basis. Plus they were or are all programmed for crawlers with a freaking hill break 😂. It’s super old tech/products. They look good too. Especially on camera but when you look closer you will find multiple flaws. At some point you will realise how much cash you have put into the rc & then get upset with yourself because you didn’t put that money towards something with better quality & support. Good quality rc’s are few & far between on Bangnotsogood. Wltoys is one brand we all need people to stay away from if we truly want this hobby to grow.

[@RCKickschannel]

I was sent this buggy, I reviewed it and then gave it away. What payments or affiliate links do you see? You make some extremely sweeping statements so I feel debating this topic with you would be pointless. Regardless, thanks for putting your opinion across, people can read them and decide to take onboard your comment or ignore them.

[@THEMASKEDMASTER]

@@RCKickschannel I’d ignore me if I had the choice 😂. I’m sorry I didn’t mean to come across as though I was targeting you in any way shape or form. I actually commended you on pointing out all the flaws you came across. A lot of people don’t point them out & if they do they try to justify them somehow. Also there’s nothing to debate Wltoys suck on every level 😂. I’ve heard all the pro’s and experienced all the cons with Wltoys & other brands alike. I don’t know why you would think debating with anyone is pointless. You could have a valid argument. Maybe it’s just me specifically or Maybe it’s my writing style. I realise I’m very direct to say the least & I should probably apologise every time I write a comment. Sorry I didn’t realise I was offending you in any way. Just those people pushing rubbish products on people that don’t know any better.

[@agoodballet]

Why does is show a desert buggy on the box? I was interested in it with the cage work but that body kind of ruined it for me.

[@RCKickschannel]

Check the comments below, it’s been covered. 👍🏻

[@agoodballet]

@@RCKickschannel I’ll look again thanks. I didn’t see it when I looked.

[@perspectivemeditation7648]

isnt this the same stretch that tomley did his speed run?

[@RCKickschannel]

No he doesn't live in my area. Kevin is the one whos just down the road from me.

[@asbodo32]

So is it worth changing the differential grease before using it for the first time?

[@RCKickschannel]

If you want to add some heavier oil, go for it but it won’t be an issue if you run it out the box.

[@arkhanjo179]

the motor is 3400kv or 4000kv ?

[@RCKickschannel]

Motor:2845 3400KV Brushless Motor

[@shaneslattery2512]

800th like 👍

[@nahuberadu3839]

Sir, i just have subscribe and like the video. Hope lucky is at my side and got the chance of getting the giveaway. Greetings far away from asia, Malaysia.

[@robertwaters8660]

That goes over 50 miles an hour just have to use a 3s battery

[@Naptime48]

this or an FTX vantage?

[@RCKickschannel]

FRX brushless Vantage would be my choice

[@Naptime48]

@@RCKickschannel Cheers Boss. I did like the 1/8 size but I was leaning towards the vantage for spares etc.

[@roadstar499]

i hate clogging... it may just be your car... i will check out other reviews...thanks

[@RCKickschannel]

Pinion is a bit on the big side. I watched Tomley & Kiwis and I didn’t see much so it could have been my example.

[@bambangcyrus1777]

Box 75 km/h, maybe they are test in downhill...😂😂

[@darkki94]

They can run 3S no problem , get a Version 2 and try it on 3S ! They do 90km/h !

[@AnthonyBoutin]

Hey could you tell me the best 3s battery to buy for this model? Please leave a link thanx.

[@darkki94]

@@AnthonyBoutin look at cnhl batteries, they are cheap but a lot of people have good reviews on them , a 3S 2200mah battery is about 12$ i think.

[@AnthonyBoutin]

@@darkki94 Thank you sir!!

[@tanggulanginpunyahobbychan750]

A rc super cogging.. Wl 124017🥱

[@SengLeeKoh]

Advertised speed is, mostly, can be achieved with a 3s battery pack with the stock electronics. On a safe side, use one with a lower c rating ( < 35)

[@SengLeeKoh]

​@Abe Archambault you watnt to limit the burst current from a battery -> C x Ah . e.g. a 35C 2200 mAh battery is 35 times x 2200 = 77 amps. > 60 A rated esc. You don't know the make quality of these in-house branded electronics-these are not the hobbywings or castle creations. Hope that helps

[@SengLeeKoh]

@Abe Archambault lol u do not understand. Limiting the esc and motor from the battery is not a safe practice (if u say so... rite lol), burst current when the motor pushes out a heavier load that the esc burning out when it cannot provide the current required. Take a better look at this car's electronics, and perhaps, u'll understand. Why spend more money on a higher c-rated battery, when you do not have to and what "damage" you speak of

[@SengLeeKoh]

@Abe Archambault And you said you would want the highest C rating possible. Completely wrong. My first reply already gave an example that 35 C is sufficient for this rc's power system.

[@SengLeeKoh]

@Abe Archambault The problem is you asssumed too much semantics on "to be on the safe side". Do you even know what rc this video is about, and the kind of power system it has on board , that 1) it is a 3S batt 2) how big that battery tray is, space is at a premium" and 3) quality of the stock electronics".

[@SengLeeKoh]

@Abe Archambault yes, when an argument falls flat, it heads towards critiquing the person "arguing in circles" rather that the issue at hand. I think your replies speak for themselves as a good model. You are saying to change a smaller pinion and smaller tires? Great, more changes, more money spent. More effort. Thanks to you for putting words in my sentence that, I meant, only, "saying use a low c"? So let's put the questtion to you , what is the "highest" amp delivery for this rc, a 3s battery pack, to be "safe" ? State the C rating and the size

[@rustyhingepin]

Speed doesn't match the box, but then again, neither does the picture...

[@RCKickschannel]

Its a dual box. It has images of the two new brushless buggies on it .

[@StanielP]

Why couldn’t you race such a car?

[@RCKickschannel]

Not sure you could find a class to run it in but I could be wrong.

[@makkhan5243]

Music spoils vid .

[@leehartwell6827]

you only like them because your paid too

[@RCKickschannel]

I wish I was paid Lee. Unfortunately and sorry to say, you are just wrong. I was sent the car for review, and I used it while filming. If you watched the video you will know I gave it away at the end. The only income I will get is just like all my other videos, from viewers watching the adverts. The product links in the video are not affiliate links and the code: RCKICKS saves 5% off the total for the buyer but nothing comes to RCKicks. Also no company has ever asked me to refrain from commenting negatively about any issues I find with a product. I think if you watch the video you will see positives and negatives commented on the products.

[@Reindeer911]

No, it isn't OK when a company advertises that their product will do or perform in a certain way and it fails to live up to the claim in the real world. It's called deceptive advertising. Saying crap like "It's fast enough for a tiny little buggy" when the product falls far short of the advertised performance by a significant amount (Nearly 25%!!!) is going to get you an automatic thumbs down. I still like WLToys as I own a couple of other products, and this buggy looks to offer a great value for the price, however this is a practice I wish both they and you would stop.

[@RCKickschannel]

My opinion is It's fast enough for a tiny little buggy. It's my own opinion and it's my video. If you're triggered, don't watch, it's not mandatory. Take the time to get the buggy, review it, film it, edit it, upload it and let people watch it. Simples :)

[@stevelampard]

WL Toys are leaving Tamiya behind in terms of just about everything.

[@butchmeister80]

Tamiya are just stuck in the dark ages a shame as would love a rtr tamiya brushless with all decent metal running gear as they look the part but just are cheap plastic

[@butchmeister80]

@@cutterbacon explain

[@butchmeister80]

@@cutterbacon so the modern brushless buggies that come with metal gears ball raced and same price are not better then? Yes tamiya are nice and nostalgic but they’ve not moved with the times even my local hobby store said they’re junk and I was gonna buy one off him

[@butchmeister80]

@@cutterbacon haha yeah tbf wish I’d just bought a hornet half the price and not to quick so wouldn’t of smashed it up

[@johnwalton2503]

It looks crap quality

[@RCKickschannel]

What makes you say that John?

[@rjrcnunn4908]

Sure the electronics aren't premium, but the overall quality of the buggy is far from crap for the price.