HoBao Hyper 10SC 1/10 SCT Review & Test!

[@scaleworksRC]

Oh, I'm glad to see more about this brand. I recently learned of their level of quality in the speed run world, and it's next level compared to a Limitless. This is really smart with the ARTR in my opinion for 3 reasons. You can build the truck how you want, it's a lower price with no electronics, and nobody can cry about how it's 'too slow' or the 'servo stinks' because you choose what goes in it. 👍

[@RCTNT]

Yes, I like this too. Very quick to get up and running but still all yours to make how you want. I need to look at more of their stuff, I think.

[@malky525]

Bought 2 used older versions of these years ago. They had jammin jay alloy upgrades and spares galore. I drove the wheels off them every day for years. Sold one to a mate and it's still going strong. Very tough,well built truck from a company that's been around for some time now.

[@Gerar79]

That Hobao looks very good. I'm glad to see the short course comparison again, I recently got a second-hand Proline Pro-Fusion Sc 4x4 and it reminds me of the Hobao Hyper 10SC in terms of a light and well-made car.

[@roblowrie1969]

This is a really nice truck, both in looks and performance. I've got a couple of FTX Zorros that my son and I run, and I've been looking for a step up from the cheaper trucks, that the Zorro certainly is. The smiles per £ from them is undoubtedly great, but I'm after something a bit better quality, so I'm definitely going to have a look at this. 👍🏻

[@Hungrybird474]

Nice paint work 👍👍. Two of these left . They ll be fine tomorrow . Hobao makes quality RC s

[@alfoard7709]

Sounds like the Hobao is the Mazda MX5 of the SCT's. Light and nimble, not the fastest in the paddock but rewarding and fun to drive

[@RCTNT]

Geez you just saved me making a 26 minute video, haha! Nice summary.

[@alfoard7709]

@@RCTNT maybe so but like the other SCT's on test. My summary may have been the fastest but your video is definitely more entertaining and rewarding

[@RCTNT]

Aw thanks

[@gillian9178]

Just a heads up mate, the gearing is mod 1. Luv Hobao's, so much under the radar. I have 5 or 6 different Hoabao models, I have the 1/10 Hyper TT truggy which is the same platform as this 10SC. Just a shorter wheelbase chassis to the 10SC, Hobao have just released this week a brand new version of the Hyper TT 1/10 truggy platform. This is a ground up redesigned version, hopefully they will include a new version 10SC on this new platform going forward.

[@RCTNT]

It's definitely 32p on this model. But they're brilliant aren't they. I'll look at the MTX soon and the TT 2.0 is on my watch list! Cheers

[@gillian9178]

@@RCTNT That is strange, Hobao list the pinion & spur as mod1 on both the 10SCT & the TT truggy. My TT is def mod1 for sure.

[@RCTNT]

I'll have to look again. The reason I was so sure was that I recall pulling out a few different pinions from my 32p section when I was considering gearing for this motor. It's possible I'm wrong, of course. Will check. Either way, for this class of machine, I'd expect 32p to stand up to most anything you could throw at it, if it is 32p. My only gripe with gearing is when companies fit 48p to off road 1/10 models!

[@YoShImUrA53]

One of my favorite reviews so far, Craig! Love the left field brands that are actually low-key quality products. I think both Hobao an PR Racing don't get the credibility they deserve. Seems like a very well thought out SC. Details like the rounded off side bumpers and body "roll hoop" are very nice and aren't "compulsory", should you decide to go all "lightweight" with it. I'd love you to have a look at the Hobao SC ARTR 1/8 one as well... =D Yet another entry on the most awaited video of yours [since your hardbody/scalers one], the SC/Desert/Trophy truck comparison extravaganza! haha! Be well, my friend!

[@RCTNT]

1/8 eh? Maybe! They're definitely great value and for a 2018 product, ahead of their time in quality and design.

[@peteroosterhoff8850]

Very decent car. Personally would choose this one over many other ..

[@RCTNT]

Me too!

[@Andy_Yates]

I have a 20 year-old Ofna nitro buggy and I think Ofna now goes by Hobao if you have any memory of the Ofna brand. You were getting some good racer rolls out there. I'll gladly take a roll to the wheels over a corner marshal 7 days a week. :)

[@RCTNT]

Ooh I didn't know that! Thanks Andy! And yes, onto its wheels pretty reliably well eh 👌

[@troysampson3055]

@@RCTNT I ran one of these at my local track about 10-12 years ago. I had both the Jammin' and the Hyper. Basically the same. I had a bunch of issues because the track was an 1/8 scale big jump track. The shock towers bent and the axel nuts kept stripping out. Front and rear bumpers were much more brittle. I think I only finished one weekend without breaking it. I ended up switching out to a losi the next year.

[@RCTNT]

@troysampson3055 I understand they increased the shock tower strength in 2018, which is this model shown here. But everything has its limits - the next video I publish was also from a 2018 model and its positively brittle compared to this one!

[@troysampson3055]

@@RCTNT I actually had the Ofna Nexx not the Hyper. It was light but brittle.

[@RCTNT]

Ah, I see. The plastics on this are very nice and the shock towers seem pretty good. Not Tekno level good, but up there with the good ones.

[@MechanicallyFun]

Great shortcourse truck and durable, have abused with 4S and the only thing that need to be fix is replacing front bumper screw in the centre that attached the bumper to alloy shock tower from M3 to M4. All the hit from the front bumper pull the screw out. The best ShortCourse in my collection. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼

[@RCTNT]

Good to know, and I like your solution! Cheers

[@bruceclimas2266]

Love the paint job 👌👌

[@RCTNT]

Thanks, it's always a lucky dip with this approach.

[@ace_rc79]

I've got a brushless ftx zorro sct it's amazing value and parts are unbelievably cheap would highly recommend it to anyone looking into getting a sct , another awesome video mate 👍

[@RCTNT]

Interesting. I'll look into it.

[@christianrambissoon1141]

JX is my go-to budget servo. I have them in my Merv, Frog, Tornado, TC4, WLToys etc....

[@alantaylor353]

Hobao make some fantastic RCs.! Especially their 6S capable 1/8 stuff. I've got 6 of them, including an 10SC. It's a very nice driving truck, it's one of the best flying/jumping trucks I've ever had, the running gear is extremely durable & can handle 4S with ease, but honestly, 3S is more than enough.!! It's pretty lightweight construction & It's not really a hardcore basher, it's far better suited to the track.! But that doesn't stop me from bashing it... HARD.! 😉 I've broken the suspension arm pins a few times, but that was after hitting big rocks & curbs at speed... Sooo.. 😉 If you're not familiar with Hobao then you truly don't know what you're missing.! They're seriously high quality RCs on a par (if not better) than any other top manufacturer.!!! Stay safe out there & best wishes from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🙏 ❤️ 📻 🕹️ 🔋 🚗 🚖 🚕 🚔 🚚 🚙 🚘 🚓 🚒 🚑 🚐 🚎 🚤 🚁 🛩️ 👍 👍 👍

[@RCTNT]

That's a great summary from an experienced owner, thanks!

[@pocketfuloducks1062]

Glad it’s good to drive, it sure does look nice!

[@RCTNT]

It's lovely to drive, yeah!

[@michaelpalmer5557]

Another enjoyable video. I've got to say, I know it's an expensive build, but my Tekno SCT410 2.0 has got to be my favorite truck to drive.

[@RCTNT]

The one to which all others are compared!

[@dangerpossum7991]

Great review. First I’ve seen of the 10th scale Hobao SC. My most recent RC purchase was the Hobao Hyper TT which was been pretty good, I think my next will be the 8th scale Hobao short course.

[@RCTNT]

They make a great vehicle, especially so when you remember it's a 2018 model. Very nice.

[@alantaylor353]

Btw, the dogbones will wear before the cups, but it'll take you a while to do it.! I've had hundreds of packs through mine over the past 3 years or so.!!! I've recently given it a much deserved freshen up with new bearings, hubs, pillow balls etc but it's still 100% original running gear. I run a 3660/3900kv motor with a Hobbywing WPSC8, 120 amp, 4S ESC usually only on 3S in mine, I also drive mostly on tarmac & I use it often & HARD.!! 👍 👍 It'll take 5 foot jumps onto tarmac all day long... You should see the underside of the chassis on mine.! I've almost ground the heads off the countersunk screws.!! 😁😁 The body is also extremely durable with only a couple of small cracks in it, I've crashed the thing a lot, sometimes bouncing off things like curbs & trees at quite high speed.!! The body will actually dent before it will crack.!!

[@RCTNT]

Brilliant, that's a great report card! Good to know 👍

[@michaeldorich4485]

This is another excellent review. It looks like a great SCT. I've been tempted before, but I never pulled the trigger. Hobao is one of the companies that needs more P.R. in the U.S. They make a lot of interesting cars and trucks. They are known 1/8 scale cars. I was unaware that they make a crawler until I saw it on their site. But, from what I've seen it's been around for many years and is a good trail truck and not a great crawler.

[@RCTNT]

Huh, I had no idea either! Thanks I'll check that out

[@michaeldorich4485]

@@RCTNT I watched a couple of reviews from some time back. One was highly critical of it's climbing ability, being extremely top heavy. Another was more of basher type and I called his videos crash crawling and it held up well. He did a second video which he titled something like mud bogging. He drove through a lot of water filled ruts and pot holes. It ended up on its side and top. What was interesting was that there was little or no mud on the inside of chassis because of the way the body fit and especially the internal wheel wells.

[@michaeldorich4485]

Ii just checked their U.S. site and they're out of stock. This may mean they're discontinued. I found one place that had them for $280 U.S.

[@RCTNT]

Thanks, could be the case. I'll look too.

[@NiteRyder0376]

Miss mine...Novak Ballistic motor and a Tekin esc

[@i4nic256]

Nice review. Will this fit the slash and other short course bodies or is the wheel base shorter than typical short course chassis?

[@RCTNT]

It fits. Body posts don't line up but the wheelbase is within a couple of mm, it's good.

[@i4nic256]

@@RCTNT Very cool, I have other short course tires and bodies lying around that I wanted to reuse....but I wan't sure how much smaller the 10SC wheelbase was.

[@fencer39]

HoBao.....excellent value for money and lots of spares.

[@RCTNT]

Absolutely!

[@surfside75]

Nice and all good video showing all, but the Senton 3s rtr wants to say hi😅

[@RCTNT]

Hi Senton 👋

[@surfside75]

@@RCTNT -🤣🙋

[@Mark-yy2vw]

Habao is a top notch brand, the mtx monster truck is awesome too

[@RCTNT]

The MTX is here in a box, I'm looking forward to checking it out soon 😎

[@Casitascrawlers]

Companies are definitely starting to take their share of $ now & I the so called cheap brands & RC’s have gotten very good especially the bashers. RC enthusiasts are now staring to get these RC’s & are showing how capable they are. It’s nice to have more options for sure.

[@RCTNT]

This is one of the big racing brands from last decade. Things have changed but this vehicle is still competitive today. I'm a fan.

[@alo784]

Axial Score Yeti Trophy Truck and LRP Blast would be cool !

[@RCTNT]

Interesting, I will consider them.

[@alo784]

@@RCTNT There are even more cool options Cheap: -fy08 1:12 desert truck -VRX RH1045SC / Reely Eraser (Realistic SC) -MAVERICK STRADA SC Small: -Arrma Mojave Grom -HBX 3100A -Axial Score Yeit Junior -HPI Mini Trophy Others -HPI Apache SC I have no Idea, if you already know all of them but if not they are cool. I like older SCs. They are just awsome

[@malsmith2012]

Hi Craig, just wondering which SCT you prefer this HABAO or the Team associated PRO4 SC10? I'm wanting to pick one up but just can't decide . The HOBAO seems to have all the high quality components with the alloy shocks etc and the choice to run your own electronics is a bonus but there's no denying the TA runs beautifully .. If there's anyone who'd know I reckon you're the man to ask. Thanks mate.

[@RCTNT]

If it's between these two and I'm putting in the parts I used in this car, the Hobao is an easy choice. For sure the Pro4 is a great value RTR, but it just doesn't come close to the refinement of the Hobao, even moreso when you can choose the electronics (and what I used in this one seems pretty much perfect, it's a lovely runner). The Pro4 will probably be a better abusive driver/hard basher. But for every other scenario, the Hobao here wins, for my money. (and the Tekno is a step up again in refinement and toughness, if you want the best of both)

[@malsmith2012]

@@RCTNT Hi Craig, Thanks so much for the fast reply mate I really do appreciate it. I'm no hard basher with any of my cars ( Kraton EXB , Corally Muraco, Kagama and Asuga ) and like you race around grass, dirt tracks with mates at the park so I'm absolutely going to follow your advice and get the HABAO. Like you when I started hearing about Hobao years ago I started to look at their products and read comments and watch reviews and so many people would say what quality gear they made and how under the radar they were. Thanks again for taking the time to reply mate you helped me out a lot. Really enjoy all the videos you make and hearing you thoughts on the cars/trucks you review. Keep up the great work.. Cheers, Mal.

[@RCTNT]

@malsmith2012 nice, thanks mal. Enjoy!

[@jasontetkowski496]

Hobao/Ofna used to be big in the world of 1/8 nitro buggies

[@RCTNT]

Understandably so, if this one is anything to go by!

[@Baker_7498]

Will you be adding the new ARRMA Fury to the sct reviews?

[@RCTNT]

Eventually yes. But it's unlikely to be here for a while yet. Arrma doesn't send me cars to review so I must wait until they get to Australia. Horizon Hobby is quite good on getting stock to Australian shelves, so hopefully it won't be too long!

[@TrokaRC]

Wow had bad experience with my kyosho rampage went slash instead. Looks like this platform is stout.

[@RCTNT]

For the money it's definitely up there, yeah

[@Hungrybird474]

Does the granite 3s need a M2c bash bar for jumping ? It’s probably fine as is . My jumps don’t go over 10 ft and land ok most of the time .

[@RCTNT]

Well, I haven't had a Granite before, but if the Senton is any indication, I'd think you'd be right with jumps as relatively small as that, yeah. Bash it til you break it, as that will inform any upgrades you may think are needed. If it's hanging in there, you're golden.

[@WowoodogPlays]

Yay, a non rock crawler video 👍

[@chrisvda7277]

I like hobao but i hate most of there bodyshells tbh. The Rally version looks terrible to me. Would love to see an sste 2.0 or and sc10 2.0 they are very old now. The new Vs2 and 1/10 truggy look great.

[@RCTNT]

I'm looking forward to checking out the TT 2.0 in particular, yeah

[@speckledjim_]

It would be relatively simple to convert this to a buggy as its chassis looks more like a buggy than an SCT

[@RCTNT]

You're not wrong! I like it as an SCT but that's good thinking, eh.

[@speckledjim_]

@RCTNT the SCT's i have are the Losi SCTE 3.0 and the Troy Lee SCT, ones the kit model and the other is the RTR. They were built primarily as SCT's with a much more substantial chassis. Although they are pretty light I think the Hobao has a much better power to weight ratio. I'm going to get a 10SC and install the same electrics as the Lisi SCT's and compare the 2. I love doing that kind of thing, really brings out the nerd in me :)