Smallest RC Crawler?! Orlandoo Hunter 1/35 Ford F150 Micro RC Crawler Build!

In this video I assemble, run, and review the Orlandoo Hunter 1/35 OH35P01 kit - the smallest production RC crawler! This super micro RC kit includes all you need to build a cellphone sized rock crawler! I got the Ford F150 model as well as some additional upgrades. This project tested my patience and perseverance, but it was worth it. Check out the video to see it in action!
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[@CapeCrawlers]

Timestamps Overview of the kit, extra parts & upgrades: 1:15 Assembly (time lapse): 4:08 Finished product: 5:29 Course runs: 10:25 Axel drive the Hunter!: 15:56 Final thoughts: 17:36

[@XaviersRCs]

Can u build the trophy truck next?

[@user-bl6yl7mu3m]

Yeah, I'm a 62 year old life long hobbyist and modeler. I got the jeep, and got the chassis and running gear assembled, with a lot of magnification because I can't even read anything closer than arm length. It is tedious, but doable. Next step lights-- I've got the LED's cued up and ready to solder. I tested them with a test battery to figure out colors and polarity. Holding them in place for soldering using double stick tape on a box. Got that idea on another video. It just remains to cut the wires to length and get it done. Practicing up my soldering skills so I don't wreck anything.

[@ronniestilwell2241]

I just finished installing the lights on mine. I had quite a few issues because of how small they were. I bought the smallest soldering tips i could find for my soldering iron and they were still a bit to large for the tiny little LEDs. All in all the lights in the front took about 4 hours and the lights in the rear took me almost 16 hours

[@pint_size_crawler]

Great how honest you are on breaking some stuff through out. Great stuff!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Have to be transparent, especially given the cost of these little things.

[@ReadySetRC]

Thanks for bringing this to us. 1/35 kit, you have the patience of a saint.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Haha you’re welcome, thanks for watching! It was a battle but worth it in the end.

[@acetiv8]

Spongebob old man jenkins horn and dolphin noises behind the scenes😅

[@omeletn]

Nice job on the install! They are a fun challenge. Glad you were able to fix your binding. Definitely pick up the Rock Bouncer (Orlandoo X01) or the DooRok from Tiny4x4. Those would be great for your little indoor course. Build those with the hop-up aluminum axles (60mm) for better low CG. Going forward you just need the Orlandoo ESC for the transmitter which has memory for additional ESCs.

[@CapeCrawlers]

The rock bouncer is calling my name. It looks so fun! Axel has completely taken over this one so if I want any time with one, I'll have to build another one!

[@JollyPirateAhoy]

I just bought me a 3d printer. It's on now. Thinking about making a small store to sell parts cheap so folks that don't have much money can hop up their rigs. Might not be metal but I've seen some really nice parts I can print that won't be much work at all

[@CapeCrawlers]

Great idea!

[@sebastianfranco5893]

I would for sure buy

[@JollyPirateAhoy]

@Sebastian Franco I'm working on getting some of my rc planes sold and or rearranged so I can have space in my garage. I'm going to do some test pieces, I've never put a video together before so I may send em out to some KZbinrs to test for me. But soon as I can get it down I'll pop back here and let you know.

[@JollyPirateAhoy]

@Cape Crawlers one of the bigger things I want to try are bodies. I see some, but they are all basically the same, just with a different manufacturer. I want to try and copy like let's say a Buick, image a freaking Buick on a 1/24 crawler rig. Lol. Or even the mystery machine

[@sebastianfranco5893]

@@JollyPirateAhoy yeah i found this relly cool 3d printed monunty thing for a brushless et up but he doesnt say where he got it tfrom

[@sonicusa]

Great job man, I might have to get one now but kudos to you for not giving up!!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Looking back on it I can say it was worth it. Didnt feel like it at the time!

[@IowaBudgetRCBashers]

I’ve never heard of these. They even make a 6x6 version.. cool

[@CapeCrawlers]

Crazy right? The scale details they put into these tiny things is wild.

[@MoonlightFox]

It seems like it could do with some adaptation to allow it to do tighter steering. Even better if you could make it 4-wheel steer. I think you'd get a lot better performance out of it if you had softer tyres too.

[@elcusuco5036]

Haha omg that thing is soo adorable!!! I thought a 1/18 was small but looking at that holy moly!!

[@CapeCrawlers]

🤣 yes it’s tiny!!

[@markconners2913]

Glad you had the patience to build that. I struggle with the scx. Lol. Really cool build!

[@CapeCrawlers]

It was rough, but worth it in the end!

[@fehlanmcquiston7810]

Been waiting for this thing to get a good review I will trust and understand! Glad this came from here, much appreciated content 😮‍💨💯

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks for watching! I hope you like it!

[@jasons8573]

You short changed yourself..installation of the lights is such a treat I built the tundra version and installed the lights, some of the thinnest wires I ever saw, then I had to solder them Yeah more leds were ordered from Amazon due to first ones melting. I have the trailer partially assembled and the military truck unopened. Small stuff indeed

[@CapeCrawlers]

I saw the lights and felt a tidal wave of anxiety LOL I did install the sound box, which is super cool. My son loves this thing so much I am sure I'll be diving back into it for upgrades and repairs!

[@stefanhofstetter54]

Cool and well done 🎉

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks for watching!

[@rcjoe406]

Looks like fun build I like complicated ...do the rock bouncer one next

[@CapeCrawlers]

Fun but complicated is exactly right! I need to let my fingers recover before starting another one!

[@rcjoe406]

@@CapeCrawlers true that brother thanks for taking one for the team lol

[@greggrube2948]

Awesome video Adam 👍😁, looks like a great table top racer

[@CapeCrawlers]

It definitely is!

[@tifflynn2215]

Awesome video sir ☘️

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thank you!

[@MusicFella]

Axel’s friends are gonna be so jealous when he starts having sleepovers in a few years.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Haha no doubt! When he has friends and relatives over they all go NUTS over the basement setup.

[@Br0rB]

About time. :D I love the Orlandoos. So far I have built four of them, and one more waiting. I have the F150 with the upgraded metal chassis (so much better), the Jeep (that would be perfect for you), the Defender and the Pajero. All with different stages of upgraded axles, wheels, shocks, motors and so on. Great little rigs. Next up is the M01 truck. :D If you want to build something really small (like these are huge in comparison), look up the DasMikro. 1/87 scale RC kits. Insanely small. I haven't one of those yet, but I really want to give it a go. :)

[@CapeCrawlers]

You must have the patience of a saint! I kinda want to build a Jeep since my son immediately confiscated the F150, but the thought of building another one gives me anxiety LOL

[@Br0rB]

@@CapeCrawlers The first one is the worst one. And starting with the F150 is bold. I found that trickier than the A-series, which is why I switched to the upgrade metal chassis. The axles are worse on the F150 than on the A-series as well, by quite a lot. I have built all three A-models now, and it gets easier with each one. Even the axles were "easy" on the last one I built. The Jeep is a really cool rig, with its short wheelbase. My Jeep is pretty much fully upgraded. I have a running video of it on my channel. You should have a look at some of the upgrades for them, other than just wheels and tires. I have the same tires that you went with on all of mine, as they are the best of all the Orlandoo tires I've tried. Also have metal beadlocks and the steel wheel weights on them. The metal axle upgrade is super nice. Extra weight down low, and super smooth. I haven't tried the 200rpm motor, but did try the 120rpm in my F150, and it was way too slow. Insane torque, for the scale, but too slow. I have found 300rpm is great for torque, and a little bit of speed. The 500rpm is really nice too. In the F150, at least in my upgraded one, you can fit an n30 motor instead of the stock n20 size. I have an n30 300rpm in my F150, and it's really nice. I have a running video of it, where you can see it's pretty smooth, and plenty strong. :) If you want cheaper Orlandoo stuff, I have found that Banggood does specials on them from time to time. I have bought two Defenders with the D4L and all electronics from there, on for myself, one for a friend, and paid just over 100 bucks US with shipping.

[@burlahoe]

Furitek has a micro Komodo for these tiny things bro🔥

[@CapeCrawlers]

I saw that!! It needs it. More power for the win!

[@Hotcoffehobbie_rcyt]

I love how long your videos are! Very good and in depth

[@CapeCrawlers]

I'm glad to hear that! I always struggle with making them a watchable length.

[@chriscasterbassmaster]

Glad you did it cause i wouldn't have ever built that waste of time. For a video i very why you did it and i commend you bro. Awesome work brotha.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks for watching! It was a brutal build!

[@jeffreyyerdon6014]

I got one from Banggood with everything, including the electronics, for 80 dollars. There are good deals for these, just have to be patient and hunt for them.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Now that's a solid deal. It's well worth $80-100 and I would buy another one at that price probably.

[@covecityboys]

Glue the broken stuff back on with super glide mixed with baking soda.

[@CapeCrawlers]

I will try that! Superglue and hot glue are not doing the trick

[@covecityboys]

@@CapeCrawlers the baking soda gives the glue structure.

[@nate4024]

Cool video I've always wanted to do one. The rock bouncer and trophy truck also but way to expensive for me

[@CapeCrawlers]

The rock bouncer looks awesome!

[@rcgeordiecrawler2710]

Been thinking about getting one of these kits for a while now and after watching this have made my mind up 👍🏻. Think i will go for the 6 wheeler Military Truck cos it has leaf springs and i really want to see if they actually work well enough. That green is stunning 😍😍, can i ask what brand it is please Adam? Still the channel to watch on KZbin hands down 🤙🏻👍🏻🤜🏻🤛🏻❤️

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thanks! It is Tamiya paint, metallic green

[@BlackSeaRC]

You summed up this product nicely. I have been intrigued by these for quite a while. I nearly ordered one on several occasions but when you total up the cost of the kit, RC handset, ESC, motor, servo, battery and any other accessories or upgrades, you are exceeding the price of a basic 1:10 scale buggy and that is a hard pill to swallow. Especially considering the fragility and capabilities of such a machine. Nevertheless, I can really appreciate the engineering involved and thus I remain tempted...

[@CapeCrawlers]

I can tell that after having it together and using it, it's a little easier to justify. My son and I crawl over pizza rolls at the dinner table (sorry wifey) and I crawl it across my dashboard in traffic jams. It's very entertaining!

[@BlackSeaRC]

@@CapeCrawlers I decided to go for it and recently bought the OH32X02 Trophy Truck kit. Looking forward to building it along with a few nice upgrades.

[@andrewrichey7374]

Yeah looks super cool, what was the binding issues.

[@CapeCrawlers]

The housings were too tight. I had to loosen them up and leave some gaps for the gears to turn.

[@chaoshansen1665]

First off great video. Keep up the good work. Just thought I would let you know their is a micro crawler kit you can from dasmikro and it it 1/87 scale. They have a micro buggy. Thought about buying one, but they are one heck of a project. Their is a couple videos on KZbin about it if your curious. Have a great day.

[@CapeCrawlers]

Thank you! A 1/87?! Oh man, I couldn’t imagine that project!

[@manhuawang11]

Looks interesting!

[@manhuawang11]

Looks like it could be a lot of fun in small spaces. You could get a whole lot of driving in on a course with a small footprint. I wonder how different the orlandoo military truck drives... (Cough next video cough)

[@CapeCrawlers]

It makes the indoor course feel gigantic! Axel would flip over the military truck!

[@midwestern_rc]

Been waiting for this video!

[@CapeCrawlers]

I hope you enjoy it!

[@JohnyPatrick]

There is another rock bouncer like frame crawler that has the powerful motor and can actually go through many parts of your course. Orlando hunter but model number is different. I didn't get it for the same reason as it takes 84 years to build that thing 🔥🔥

[@CapeCrawlers]

The rock bouncer is very tempting!

[@omeletn]

Yes the Orlandoo Rock Bouncer (X01) can be made super capable. I have that and the DooRok from Tiny4x4 which I enjoy even more. The hop-up aluminum axles (60mm size) help give it some low weight and wide stance. I prefer the 300 and 500 rpm motors.

[@dannyfehr4130]

The end product looks quite good! I agree with you on the assembly process, it really tests your patience, but it seems like you had a bit better luck than I did with the one I assembled

[@CapeCrawlers]

It was brutal but very rewarding. My son LOVES it

[@WOLFTRAXRC]

Are you gonna use raptor spray bed liner. How tough that would look

[@CapeCrawlers]

I should!

[@MauzyrockRC]

Kudos to you dude, that looked so tedious to put together. Wicked little rig though...

[@CapeCrawlers]

It was brutal! But worth it to see it in action 👍🏻

[@PcItalian]

Wonder how it scales vs a 1/32 Carrera Slot Car! This would be fun to have on a Carrera slot car track in the infield doing some minor crawling.

[@CapeCrawlers]

That would be awesome

[@Wreckedekcoupe]

I'd pay $80 rtr assembled lol too expensive and to much to mess up assembling. Thanks for your time and patience!

[@CapeCrawlers]

$80-100 feels about right. This one was painful in a lot of ways!

[@tomunexplained7743]

Adam!! I have a question about your binding issue. I received this kit for my birthday this year and I started the build this weekend. I am having binding in the differentials. Pretty bad seems like the same issue you had. How did you fix that? It's as if the housing isn't big enough to fit the brass gears. I thought the axles were going to be easy part! I was more worried about painting it! Lol any insight would be appreciated!

[@CapeCrawlers]

I actually removed the bearings in the diff. It sounds crazy, but it's the only way I could get the diff sealed and not bind

[@tomunexplained7743]

Removed the bearings?! I don't think I would have thought to try that! Ha we don't need bearings where we're going! Thanks Adam!! I'm going to give it a shot!

[@goldiewulf8152]

guys pls help! do they make any 2021 ford bronco body kits for these anywhere? or is there anyway you could get a body custom made?

[@Glowingtomato]

I've been curious about these for awhile. I agree the price isnt terrible but adding on all electronics is a bit too much. The military truck one looks awesome but its probably an even more complex kit

[@CapeCrawlers]

They have some mighty impressive scale kits! Another person said to watch for deals on Bangood. He got one for $80 complete!

[@luisLP5752]

Did you ever review one of the rc4wd trailfinder 1/24?

[@CapeCrawlers]

No, I haven't gotten my hands on an RC4WD truck yet

[@luisLP5752]

@CapeCrawlers whenever you do (preferably black friday), I got some tips and tricks for ya, using orlandoo hunter parts as upgrades, is the way to go

[@brianm7768]

Furitek has pre order on a few of these kits as rtr with there brushless motor/esc and battery in them. Look cool but not sure about the price.

[@traviscoombes3578]

The scx24 is a pain with all the little screws, I can't imagine building this little truck.

[@CapeCrawlers]

It was brutal!

[@rcglock9608]

Damn I thought it was gonna make the shoot

[@CapeCrawlers]

So close!!

[@averyscoville9750]

How much did it cost and where would I be able to find it?

[@CapeCrawlers]

I got mine at Amain Hobbies. I had to build it with some supporting parts, but they have everything: alnk.to/aeVgSDY

[@wingnutbert9685]

Is it me, or did those axles look the same size as the 1/24th SCX ones? A bit ironic given they are too small and weak on the Axial 1/24ths......🤔😄

[@RCCrawlerz209]

Yeah dude, seeing it tilt to one side when it steers, does look like there's a problem somewhere. 🤔 Other than that, looks hella small, mang, looks like it has smaller screws than the 24, interesting stuff there.

[@CapeCrawlers]

I think I need to adjust my linkage. The shocks are also wobbly. It’s pivot hardware everywhere so the chassis slides all over the place. Screws are at least half the size of the scx24. Unbelievably small hardware

[@RCCrawlerz209]

@@CapeCrawlers Definitely needs some adjustment.

[@jkgaming579]

What Traxxas do you recommend

[@CapeCrawlers]

I only have experience with the TRX4M. But I have heard great things about the TRX4 Sport if you're looking for something bigger.

[@jkgaming579]

Thanks man

[@JGO_09]

Been waiting on this! Will u do a updated scx24 comp build?

[@CapeCrawlers]

Enjoy! An updated comp build video you mean?

[@JGO_09]

@@CapeCrawlers if you have changed anything, will you make a vid showing the updated setup?

[@CapeCrawlers]

I will. I haven't changed anything recently, not since the ROP motor install. I want to take it to a comp to see what it's capable of!

[@JGO_09]

@@CapeCrawlers ima build me a scx24 like you comp and do you think the gladiator rear links moved to the front would be to much stretch?

[@SYST3M_OVERIDE]

I think crawlers in general end up costing more than bashing/racing RCs because of all the upgrades you can do. I bought a TRX-4M because it was cheap. Problem is I've put in a little over $300 into it.

[@Justiceforall2C]

I feel your pain I have over $1000 of upgrades into my three 1/24th scale FMS crawlers 😢😂

[@yivw]

You would be surprised. On faster rigs, stuff breaks so easily. And they are expensive to be replaced. My friend has put 2000$ in upgrading/repairing parts in his traxxas UDR

[@SYST3M_OVERIDE]

@@yivw Oh I know. I've put almost $2k into my X Maxx. Only problem is maybe $100 of that is from broken parts.

[@CapeCrawlers]

It's the crawler vortex. Once it sucks you in, you are in big financial trouble LOL

[@yivw]

@@SYST3M_OVERIDE nice lol. My friend isn't a great driver tho, hence all the repairs

[@acrccrawlers9548]

At least it has no problems rolling down hill.🤪🤪🤪

[@CapeCrawlers]

Downhills like a champ 🤣

[@HONDAJEFF05]

yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees

[@CapeCrawlers]

Enjoy!

[@andygrant5275]

I think I have to give this scale a miss, wouldn’t be able too see the parts let alone put them together lol 😂

[@CapeCrawlers]

😂😂 the components are SO TINY. It’s crazy!

[@averyscoville9750]

Why does it sit lopsided?

[@CapeCrawlers]

Something with the shock/linkage. I need to tighten or reposition them I think

[@provousa2253]

I recommend you get the RYOBI 4volt screwdriver($25) drill lipo & small and handy works so much better than the drill. Thank You for the Content!!

[@CapeCrawlers]

I will check that out, thank you!

[@wingnutbert9685]

I always get a kick out of how size gets linked to price. Absolutely not coming down on anyone. But it's a bit of an American thing. All you can eat buffet of crap vs small, good quality meals at a nice bistro. Bottomless fries and soda. The material costs aren't a huge factor in product, most commonly. It's the manufacturing. Smaller it is the harder it is to make and likely the more waste producing.

[@CapeCrawlers]

LOL so true. And your comment on the axles, they are huge! Similar size to SCX24 but narrower.

[@petejones6827]

dude upgrade the motor WRAP THE RIMS WITH HEAVY WIRE since you have no foams give it a new suspension location for a small lift cut the springs shorter and bada bing bada boom

[@CapeCrawlers]

Great advice!

[@petejones6827]

i mean you know most of that but i figure after market brass is not really a thing for those so just wrap the rims halfway should do

[@VS666]

i honestly thought when I first heard about 24 scale crawlers they would perform like this thing, it's cute but damn it's awful 😅

[@CapeCrawlers]

LOL it's a little rough around the edge for sure. Makes the SCX24 feel like a million bucks!

[@VS666]

what is this, a crawler for ants?!

[@CapeCrawlers]

Best comment ever!