RGT CJ EX86010 Jeep RC Crawler Review - best cheap crawler?

RGT CJ EX86010 Jeep RC Crawler Review. Best jeep and other top scale cheap rc crawlers
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[@RCReviewChannel]

What driver should we put? Suggestions and product links please.

[@caledoncrawlersrc2216]

Dutch from predator with the cigar in his mouth version

[@warrenlucas9683]

Sir can you do some review bout Rgt Rockhammer ? Thank you

[@shawnhennessy7612]

Mr. T

[@kregadeth5562]

I’m very partial to batman or captain America in trucks. I know they are different universes, but I like them , so shush . They can ride together to wonder woman’s party at stark tower

[@kregadeth5562]

Kenn Velasquez okay I voted for captain America and Batman but I think this dude has got it right. That truck REQUIRES Dutch from predator with a cigar in his mouth.

[@clean1566]

A lot of people are missing the fact that this is essentially a trail rig and not specifically a rock crawler. The reason I bought one was it could go faster than 8-10 mph, which is around what all your "premium" rock crawlers do.This jeep is pretty capable as a rock crawler, and you can use it for trail running(which I like too), at 15-20mph, which isn't as much fun with a Redcat Gen7 or 8. Parts are the same as FTX models. Parts are readily available, some in the states and a lot in China. I'm also not going to compete in events, so I don't want portals. I know 4-link isn't stock, but it looks better than portals for scale effect. Plus, I'm a jeep fanboy, and as ugly as that front is, I've seen some nice mods to improve the looks. Thanks for the review, and the bit at 12:29(trail running speed), is what convinced me to get this one. Can anyone say "catch air?" I'll watch your future improvement videos for this, but I think I'll be happy just the same. To each his own! Love your brutally honest video's!

[@RCReviewChannel]

Right on. Pricey though for what it is and those tires!

[@clean1566]

I know:-(, but I could not find another competent vehicle, with the speed this had in the open. My friends won't leave me behind with their trx4's, because this can hang with it, cause 1/2 of crawling is skill in choosing lines, and we're all in for the fun of it! My budget was $300 tops, and I had a Gen8 in the cart, but I couldn't get past the top speed. That, and scale looks is important to me. So I'll suck it up this winter and run the stock tires, and if I find myself rock crawling more, I'll save part of my soc/sec checks for some tires next summer.lol

[@andyrichey1192]

Yeah Super cool rig, I like that jeep body style. I'll be watching for more

[@alanhafer828]

I have the RGT 4 door jeep model. I love it . It's not a bad crawler. The main reason I got it was I loved the angry headlight grill . I'll put a hobbywing 1080 esc in it and proline tires. It's one of my budget crawlers. 👍👍👍😀

[@pauls1816]

I have a couple rgt rigs and have had my eye on the jk version of this they have been good trucks to me

[@stpbasss3773]

Yup I've had 2 ecx barrages which are pretty much the same exact thing and I loved them.

[@fredwaldrop3810]

It definitely has potential!

[@BlvlWmpower]

Please get bent links/bend the links for this to lower the CG, without losing travel, and add paddle tires to make it a formula off-road beach truck.

[@rustandoil]

So tempted to buy one of these swap to a Defender hard body and scale wheel tyre set up👍🏻

[@javiercajaroma2202]

Very nice review as always. I have a heavy "stock modified" ex86110, the one like this but 313mm wheelbase. ESC is o"k" it's a hw 1040, change original 55016t for 21t with 14 pinion 48dp, nice to crawl and nice speed with 3s. Original pinion is brass, I really recomend to change for steel one in run in mud. Battery best places, after few trials, is just behind transfer case, transversal. you need to move electronics and remove box to do this. Whit this you have a vey capable crawler. ex86110 tyres are louse ardent, so good ones. The weak point of this crawler are laterals, due to the elevated motor, for this i found that a little harder and drop shocks helps me enought. I would like you to try the 313mm version, but nice to see this

[@bluesimon13ify]

Great video, the jeep looked better with other wheels & tyres, it didnt do so well on the stock tyres, which I knew you said they were not sticky & you proved that over the drive, hopefully it will help somebody start are great hobbies, 😀😀😀

[@demoller42]

Hi, great video like the reviews. If you hook up a cheap killerbody light kit you can hook it up to 3d channel and turn it on and of by remote ,just hook up the throtle wire from the light kit to your 3d channel 😉

[@soysalem]

Good review! what I'm missing here is de Hobao DC1. It seems quite good forwhat it costs.

[@hondafreak8613]

My Trick Rc has some nice light setup for the money. Cost $30 for light controller. Can wire to 3rd channel or use the on-off button. I got cheap light bar for $7 on ebay and purchased a JST 2.0 pigtail. To plug into myTrickRc controller. Controller output is 5 volts.

[@lucasboulanger5568]

You should check out the RGT EX 86110. It's the same chassis but with longer wheelbase and different body and tires. It looks much better imo but it also seems to perform better

[@samporazzo2178]

Redcat gen7 and Everest 10 are both under $300.00 and dont take weeks to get.

[@americanmade73]

They are discontinuing the Everest 10. The 7 won't be far behind.

[@samporazzo2178]

@@americanmade73 the Gen 8 is around $270.00 and is a made by redcat. I would say this jeep looks cool but if it was $200.00 it would be a good deal.

[@americanmade73]

@@samporazzo2178 I will agree that the gen8 is a bargain for 270. I'm not discounting redcat, I've had a gen8 since January 19. I love it. Unfortunately some people don't like SUV style bodies and portal axels. And they like building a kit. Let's see what Francis Cebedo does with this bangood special. 👍

[@thepaddychannel]

Another great informative video, Thanks. I have been looking at the RGT/GMade/TRX4 for a rig for my daughter [she is 6, so for me], the body looks like the Gmade Sawback with a roll cage added. The RGT works out to AUD $480 [$270USD]and looks like might need extra $200 upgrades, in Australia TRX4 sport is $600 and most likely a better option. RC stuff is just not cheep here plus the low $ at the moment hurts.

[@RCReviewChannel]

Glad I could help! Holy moly, RC seems like a luxury item there. DAmnnnnnnnnn.

[@ragsixracing]

3s and gear down should help the jerks. It did on my ascender. Steer servo is impressive for rtr. Will sawback body fit???

[@seanmcpherson7962]

A suuper good side by side crawl comparison would be this to the Redcat Gen8 since it is $270 as well.

[@americanmade73]

Good stuff 👍

[@squadleader2010]

Not alot of $$$ to get started, figure out what you like and dislike and then upgrade it. Learn on something inexpensive. Its about the driver more than the vehicle. Thank you for showing this budget/starter friendly RC.

[@jdsrcs8061]

Its not a bad little rig. It articulates about as well as my CJ5.!!!

[@byknmikerc7153]

The RGT links are even steel from the box! I was really impressed with rgt just picking one up on the cheap

[@runnerbaba]

Need help with new tyres for my TRX-4 Sport: What are the best for crawling? You prefer :Class 1 Hyrax 1.9" (4.19" OD) Rock Terrain Truck Tires for Front or Rear 1.9" Crawler SKU: 10142 ? What about Class 1 BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 1.9" (4.19" OD) Rock Terrain Truck Tires for Front or Rear 1.9" Crawler SKU: 10152 ? I dont do competition, just wanna have fun and performance. Thank you

[@AdamDay1979]

Have to like the look of it but for few quid more I think I would still go for a big brand name. Ideal as a starter or second rig to lend a friend.

[@RCReviewChannel]

agree!!

[@seanmcpherson7962]

For the same price you can get a Gen8 to lend to a friend.

[@TheJhine5588]

@@seanmcpherson7962 if you have an extra battery.

[@seanmcpherson7962]

@@TheJhine5588who has only 1 battery?😉

[@matthewrustia4874]

I have an rgt rock cruiser. It is an ecx barrage with the battery plate in the back. No way to get spare parts because it is the gen 1. Wouldn’t recommend it because their site doesn’t offer the parts to fix whatever will inevitably break.

[@KTMcaptain]

Since the gen 8 scout ii is the same price, $269.99 from Redcat Racing, why buy this instead?

[@FaithSaraG]

My thoughts exactly. The Gen8 has portal axles, a nicer ESC, and a nicer body. If this Jeep was around $200 it would be a good buy.

[@falco642]

Gen8 scout is awesome dont buy this the gen 8 is almost perfect really good truck i have 2 they are really good and not too expensive

[@KTMcaptain]

@@falco642 I'm seriously considering the Gen 8 Pack... I already have a few extra servos, extra rx/tx, couple extra esc and motors. Get a small light body and some cheap wheels or use my TRX6 ones LOL.

[@ralphweggum1134]

it is 220$ on aliexpress

[@falco642]

Ralph Weggum gen 8 is obviously a safer choice though and the body quality is way better

[@josuekasseh9615]

Hi bro. Can you make a review on RGT EX 86100 Pro kit? Thank you

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

$270.00 RTR.... And I'd say maybe just add a WP1080 ESC, and you've got a decent STARTER Rig!! It's not so bad. ..... Although that "Grille" looks like ASS!! 😲😲 Love the full depth Interior and SWITCHABLE Lights. Overall a pretty good value!! Carmine ✈🚂🚙

[@stpbasss3773]

Compared to the market this RGT is horrible value, way overpriced. 260 can get me a gen7pro a gen8 or a element trailwalker which are all way better choices than this this RGT not to mention part support. I have had 2 of ecx barrages which are the same thing as RGT so I'm not just making stuff up I've tried it all lol.

[@joaosousa1569]

Hello. I have one and with the discounts it came around 200 euros. I would like very much to see some upgrades and also that you could test the hg p407 toyota body on this car. It has the some wheelbase and should be become very nice. Keep up the good work.

[@mypassionrc-studioxd40lous66]

I agree, that front end terrible. I do like the rest of the body. But I can buy now a Redcat Gen 8 Pak chassis 149.00. And do the Upgrades right from the beginning. 1060, Amazon servo, Apex motor, radio link receiver, and a body. So for about 150.00 additional hey I got a way better truck than that. I've actually done it 4 times with Redcat.😎🌇oh thank you enjoy your reviews

[@athalyaa1038]

How to make the receiver, and servo waterproof sir?

[@parikshitcharak6604]

Please suggest a better looking body for this one. Highly appreciate your review.❤️

[@danbatakero18]

Do you have a link to the wheels and tires you installed on it. Thank you

[@thercunderdog3489]

I have the 12.3 wheelbase of that truck and it does amazing. I cover it and other rgt trucks on my channel. Also mid mount the battery tray

[@RCReviewChannel]

Appreciate that intel.

[@CommonZense]

Maybe a stupid question, but can the light switch get disconnected from the lights and reconnected to a winch? Btw. Francis, maybe from before your YT starting point, but how is it compared to an ECX Barrage 2.0, or look a like? With regard to the driver, I'ld say a lego NASA character or a playmobile pirate.

[@tenncutt]

Speaking of switchable lights on an Axial, I heard you can switch your lights on a B-17 Betty by plugging them into the AUX port on the ESC and controlling them with the channel 3 switch, but it didn't work for me. Anybody else?

[@mg90q61]

For that much you can get a gen 8 or gen 7 for cheaper

[@RCReviewChannel]

Yes! This would be more compelling at $200 and better body details.

[@stpbasss3773]

Or an element trailwalker lol, sometimes going cheap costs you more in the long run after you have to go rebuy everything because you realize the cheap route isn't cutting it lol.

[@kennethwelty1190]

Perfect r/c for a Hobbywing 1080.

[@GeezerGramps]

Nice looking rig, but my 1st question would be parts availability. That’s the problem with a lot of the no name RC’s is you can’t get parts & if they are available you have to await for them to arrive from China. I think someone on a budget wanting to get into crawling would be better off spending $30 more & get a Redcat..

[@byknmikerc7153]

They use parts from redcat, older scx10, and some ecx barrage parts fit so parts are available for them

[@LumaTo]

The older Gen7 is a whitelabel RGT product I think.

[@duriahgustiahbandjar4067]

Love from Indonesia

[@masterchief586]

It's supposed to be a CJ5 jeep body. Brother where are you all doing your crawling at? It's hard to find a decent place in Marana, AZ

[@InconsistentTechDad]

I kinda feel like roughly $200 is where this should be if they wanted to really compete. Too many known names with decent rigs right at or very near this $269 price. Love that body though aside from the ugly front end lol. Great review as always.

[@Zachbrucken]

Have you seen the new enduro trailrunner? It looks like a pretty good rig. It also has a cool body and ifs

[@RCReviewChannel]

Yes, we're trying to get one. It's meant to be scale with the IFS so performance really suffers. And that body looks thin and flimsy from the videos. Anyway, would love to check it out ourselves.

[@Zachbrucken]

@@RCReviewChannel from what I've heard the body is better than the one on the sendero. I kind if expected it to do worse with ifs, but would be cool to see how it stacks up to the sendero or trailwalker.

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

@@RCReviewChannel It's got PAINTED OVER Windows!! 😖 But the IFS performs better than you might think. Not hardcore Crawler, but good.

[@ericfaley9019]

At first I thought it was a Gmade military Jeep I have. Then I saw the suspension nope. The Gmade is leaf spring. For the price it would be a great starter for a kid who came out of a Walmart r/c and the parents aren’t ready to spend big bucks on an Axial or Traxxass.

[@Smile-N-Bear]

Definitely curios to see how you upgrade to combat the issues. And total cost in the end! I hope you and your family are well!❤👊

[@RCReviewChannel]

Will do! Will keep the upgrades low cost too.

[@SwampersRC]

My Jeep started out as an EARLY RGT RS4. It had shocks mounted inside of the frame! The first thing I did was add the Jeep hardbody and it was too heavy, leading to metal axles and shocks, links to adjust the wheelbase,etc. (And a GCM transmission) I'm about $800 in!

[@JRLdesigns]

Nice video! What trail is that? It looks like a great crawling spot with the water.

[@RCReviewChannel]

This in Saratoga, not exactly legal and they shoo us away sometimes.

[@87TRAINWRECK]

Do you mind giving me the coordinates for the location don’t mind getting shooed away.

[@jeeper0186]

I want the body. Looks almost like a fj40 mixed with cj5

[@cjv29er]

Interesting stubby wheelbase with a 550 motor.

[@RCReviewChannel]

wheelie king!

[@cjv29er]

RC Review there’s a newer variant of that RGT with the Rubicon body, same 285 wheelbase as that Jeep CJ.

[@flavorfave2601]

Kuya Kabayan, I have been checking your videos and I'm glad a Kabayan reached out for Kabayan like us who wants to start crawling, Kuya, I saw your video about the Cheater belly dragger rigsand I am so interested with it, Kuya, is it ok if you helpe me build my competition class 3 rig? Thanks kuya

[@rofufoja]

I don't know this rig. But if these are the chinese super swamper knock offs as Injora sells them, they perform quite well on trails especially wood. But somehow they don't have any grip on rocks, just like you experienced

[@7philly5]

You guys need to get the rochobby ww2 jeep and compare it... they’re both about the same price....

[@NCMOUNTAINSbackyardRC]

Looking forward to the 1080. In it,, NC MOUNTAINS 🏞👍👍

[@stephenchun6825]

Yeah a lot of them are too expensive! Hope wpl can make a 1/10 scale in future

[@josephfoster3819]

Ooh but I got my trx4 sport kit for 300$ including tax . And its bulletproof . Love it to death

[@jetraven8120]

The chassy n electronics are good just switch bodies n add new bumpers n tires

[@guillermovinasjr.727]

Hi friend! just asking did it came with the roll cage included?

[@RCReviewChannel]

yes it does.

[@guillermovinasjr.727]

thank you for your response im learning a lot from your channel.

[@rcgarageph7228]

That's thing has a torque twist alot the softer and the high travel shocks you get the more torque twist

[@RCReviewChannel]

Exactly. Gotta damp that twist with heavy oil shocks.

[@boba4588]

The body looks like a knock off of the Gmade sawback jeep body

[@RCReviewChannel]

true that. Gmade is Korean right?

[@evoxer87]

@@RCReviewChannel yes, GMADE KOREA Inc. Gonghang-dong 61-134, Gmade building, Gangseo-gu, Seoul 07627, South Korea

[@levibeebe9100]

Need the rgt ex86110 instead... Real grille and headlights, back bumper with lights and for rocks It does alot better, tires are better bodys lighter and i moved the battery try ontop of the center brace... Way better.

[@stpbasss3773]

Same thing just different body, I've had 2 of these and they are just ok nothing when compared to a trx4 or gen8 or even a gen7.

[@vibe295]

but for just a bit more the redcat gen 8 scout ii would be a better option tho

[@RCReviewChannel]

Agreed!

[@flipcivicvtec]

What about rgt 86100 selling for $239 on amazon

[@southwestscenes1]

Where can I buy this from?

[@PawneeNdN]

I think the transmitter is a dumborc x4, looks a lot like it

[@RCReviewChannel]

Ahhh i see. Heard a lot about the dumborc.

[@PawneeNdN]

They are awesome. I have the x6 with gyro. They have a long range as well.

[@wolfgangtropp4935]

The Body looks like the gmade Sawback...

[@falco642]

the reason they didn’t do rear fender must be cuz old cj didnt have big over fender they were kind of like that the front is awful though they could of atleast try a bit lmao

[@tysonkonken6184]

I built a custom class 1 crawler for only $250.

[@xkpal3x89]

Is this a good beginner rc?

[@RCReviewChannel]

Yes, this is worthy

[@tenncutt]

Good video but the vehicle reminds me of a Tonka You!

[@zebtqb1]

I bought a Vaterra Acender-s for $279.. From the looks of this, the Vaterra is a much better crawler for only $10 more.. I would say this would be decent if it was $100 less but it's too close in price to much better crawlers that I wouldn't even consider it.

[@russellcupples2170]

It's a farely nice truck but the front end is kinda ugly isn't it ?

[@montesamapping]

We have bought 2 FTX, that have the same base structure (I think). It has been a NIGHTMARE !! Try to see how are inside the differential lock: all plastic... we have broken ALL in a few hours of job ! As we replaced with metal one...we broke the transmission axle of one wheel... At the end it has been the MOST EXPENSIVE, MOST BROKEN vehicle among 20 we have in our group !! As last comment, the short wheelbase gives a lot of problems in most significant obstacles !! In our opinion NEVER BUY IT ! If you have few money...the best is REELY FREE MEN...try it...is a real good Crawler with good perfomance out of the box.

[@Vok250]

It's not even that cheap. You can get brand name models for the same price. The Gen7 Sport, Gen8, or Element Trailwalker are good budget options, especially on sale at your LHS. Plus Banggood is known for poor customer service and TOS. They treat KZbinrs like Angels, but they don't give a flying truck about paying customers beyond the point of sale. Your LHS will have your back, plus replacement parts and upgrades. It's worth the extra $$ just to avoid Chinese ecommerce sites.

[@RCReviewChannel]

very true. Should be $200

[@chriscaruso9506]

Ok I have one for you. Rochobby willys jeep

[@jlp-mtb1391]

I’d rather spend an extra $50 and get a TRX4 Sport RTR.

[@MrBravo143]

Gmade Sawback replica

[@ranzmanderico5720]

Can I please have your cheapest RC crawler I really wanted to have one 😭😭

[@snap_fit8686]

what piss me off is buying anything hwo does not have a branch company (in my country).. so i have to buy from a re seller who can sell it what ever they want. for example an old og axial or axial 2 kit here is easyly above 550-650$ , an old trail finder 2 RTR is 880$, . so only god knows how many $ this thing cost here..

[@RCReviewChannel]

Jeeezuz man! What country? This thing is direct from China so it maybe more affordable where you are. Long shipping times though.

[@snap_fit8686]

@@RCReviewChannel indonesia... yeah man i know,, the greed,, to pay something overpriced and knowing i will support ^mafia^ its just hurts,, and Not all of us have acces to credit card to buy from overseas,,

[@Sparroh]

Why didn’t you use a 2 cell if you know a 3 cell makes it worse? Weird…

[@RCReviewChannel]

All my testing is done with a three cell battery . It’s better for comparison. It comes to the understanding that a 2000 battery will make it easier to modulate but 33% slower.

[@rcmindset2876]

If you say yes it’s worth it, you concede that yes, most people don’t need to spend a lot of money. This isn’t because of you reviews but rather 99.9% of buyers don’t actually compete in any way you do. What I have found is most buyers don’t even have rocks of any relatability to your testing grounds. The reality is that everything on this channel, that relates to the technical observations, do not apply to 99.5% of the viewers. It’s not your fault that viewers live where these conditions do not exist. The issue lies in the fact that you know, very well that the majority of buyers, will not and can not benefit from the technical or mechanical differences in products.

[@nhmtrhd]

I bought an RGT 1/10 scale Early Bronco less than a year ago. During second battery the front rt axle broke at the end where it was machined. “defective clean break!” I had to contact RGT in China for parts. They wouldn’t warrantee it. I had to buy a new axle from China. I brazed it then started to drive it again. On 4th or 5th battery the rear plastic spool stripped where the d shaped axle inserted into the spool. The plastic on the spool was way too soft for that design! What a waste of money! And they don’t stand behind their products. I am in my mid 60’s, I have a slew of other cars going back to the early 90’s. I don’t beat on my stuff. Stock batteries motors & and tires on this Bronco. Buyers beware….

[@RCReviewChannel]

Thank you for your share. This is a great example that you get what you pay for unfortunately

[@sirhc221]

i have the truck version and so far i love it. didn’t like this version too much, heard truck was a better performer. Here is my first run out of box: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH68nZSKfsdlpa8

[@stephenchun6825]

Actually I wanna have all of them so i can enjoy it 200% like y'all but here in my country this thing are really really expensive 4x experience then your price!😭😭😭😭 With that kind of money i can buy a lot new parts in my real vehicle haha! I always stayed in RCi save channel to make a handmade Rc😁

[@carterhart5435]

These RGT trucks are not worth buying. You would be far better off buying the Redcat Gen8 or even a Gen7 Pro. Do not buy anything that has no part support or aftermarket, it just becomes a throw away. Out of the box the Gen8 will destroy that RGT, carefully spend $100 on each truck to upgrade it and there is no comparison. You will end up with a Gen8 that is awesome, and an RGT that has some usable parts for you Redcat Gen8 PACK build.

[@jogarganera]

Yeah, from the sides it does look good, but the front is just ugly.

[@Sparroh]

Objective lol? This guy already sounds like this is cheap and not worth it. We don’t all have 700 on elite machines. I do want this, it looks good.

[@RCReviewChannel]

This is objectively cheap, especially as it gets closer and closer

[@131unicorn]

Well rgt is actually from Taiwan And not China....

[@4-WHEEL-DRIVE]

i love the jeep really good RC but i hate grille it's UGLY as hell,

[@user-gj6so7gi9i]

VaChina is Ahoe

[@ezr168]

For a few bucks more get an Axial, thank me later

[@joefloyd817]

To much money for that buy redcat or axial alot better buy I have been following this company for 2 years they dont have the quality

[@nunocarneiro464]

Not worth it that body is ugly, by the time you make it running good it will cost more than buying a proper crawler rtr

[@paulywalnuts1288]

Chinese rip off. Looks just like the gmade gs01 I have just cheaply made

[@seavee2000]

In the US these "cheaper" brands like RGT and FTX (same thing) make little sense-you get cheap "US(Chinese)" trucks at reasonable prices.In Europe and UK these "US(Chinese)" brands are very expensive,and FTX used to be a good alternative,especially for a beginner. They are now going up in price and are close (but not that close) to the "premium" names. I have an FTX Outback 2 and they are very good,an excellent base to start with. A Gen 8 in the UK- $485.....$280 plus over $200 in import and postage added....I have to laugh at the prices you quote for pretty much everything, no one outside the US gets anything that cheap.That's where RGT starts to look attractive.

[@thesickhorseranch1930]

It's hard to get excited about supporting China when we're all stuck at home because of the Kung Flu.

[@simonkubacki9823]

Have you looked at where nearly all your consumer products are made?

[@thesickhorseranch1930]

@@simonkubacki9823 I'd be pretty ignorant to make a comment like I did if I wasn't aware of that.

[@softrc6749]

I’d like to star in the hobby but I don’t have money to buy a rc car. Can you send me one for free? One of you recive for review;)