Tiny Truck Showdown: TRX4M vs. Ascent 18 - New 18th Scale Champion?

We're pitting the Redcat Racing Ascent 18 against the long standing 1/18th scale RTR Champion The Traxxas TRX4M
Disclaimer: I know there are other models in the class that deserve a shot, but I don't have some of them and my CR18P and FCX24 are both too modified to participate in this fairly. Also, mic issues, but I did my best to remediate the problems.
We're going to test both vehicles in a series of challenges that cover all of the things I expect my 18th scale crawlers and trail trucks to be able to do. Who will come out on top? This video will cover the performance aspects of both trucks mainly. Its pretty obvious which one of the two would win a beauty contest and it's name starts with a T.
This video is also kind of a mini review of the Ascent 18. Its awesome, go get one while they're cheap!
I hope you enjoy the video I had a ton of fun making it and I even tried some new things! I like both of the trucks quite a lot and am really impressed with the new Redcat model. Hopefully the aftermarket will embrace the Ascent with the same enthusiasm they had for the TRX4M and the SCX24. I could see some awesome builds coming out of this platform!
Thanks for watching!
#redcatracing #rc #trx4m #rccrawler #radiocontrol #rcminicrawler
#rccrawlers #rccrawling #rccar #rccars

[@mark-mj5dl]

Nicely done. The TRX4 is heavier than the redcat that is why it beat it in the tug of war, it is also lower to the ground.

[@Bash_TheStampede]

I have never weighed them but I suspect you are right. The lower to the ground part probably helped quite a lot as well since the Redcat flipped. Thank you for your comment and for watching 👍🏻

[@kendotek9414]

Was thinking the same thing. I know from experience, I have one of each!

[@Bash_TheStampede]

One of each is the way to go! They’re both a lot of fun.

[@thewatcher819]

Well done sir!🫡

[@Bash_TheStampede]

Thank you!

[@mikecoe3254]

Excellent video love this comparison!

[@Bash_TheStampede]

Thank you! That means a lot to me!

[@MrsRabbit8]

I've never really liked the Trx4m, and the reason is the heavy body. Nothing wrong with "scale", i just prefer more performance. But to be fair, this is not a fair comparison. I would like to see a test of both rigs with equal bodies. Put a lexan body on the trx4m, what would the outcome be?..

[@Bash_TheStampede]

Oh yeah definitely not a fair comparison aside from the fact that they’re both stock. The Redcat is built more with performance in mind while the trx4m is obviously more on the scale side. That said, with the same body on each truck I think the Redcat would still be the winner in a lot of this. It’s better equipped out of the box and the portals and larger tires helped it out quite a lot.

[@MrsRabbit8]

@@Bash_TheStampede Good points, I'm loving the Redcat, such an awesome platform to mod! New sub. I love crawlers. Mostly 1/24 and now 1/18. Gonna have to make a mudder and a trail rig next. My daughter loves the mud, but also is old enough now to see that MY truck is much better then hers, and wants it upgraded and modded. Lol

[@Bash_TheStampede]

@@MrsRabbit8 Thank you for the sub! I’m glad that you and your daughter are both into the hobby together it’s definitely more fun when you have someone to enjoy it with. Yeah there are so many different builds with these little crawlers! It’s hard to not have a build going with them 😂 I’m modding my Ascent 18 now and am excited to make more videos about it. Again thanks for the sub and thanks watching the video. I really appreciate it!

[@kylehawes4287]

Fun fun got more more crawlers im waiting for Traxxas to hit back with the ultimate crawler Traxxas update radio and servo portals and 2 speed make body better maybe entire new platform idk its getting interesting for certain id be willing pay 250 for something that was just way better 99.99 great but how about 300 with better everything rtr m

[@Bash_TheStampede]

I agree, the TRX4M could use an update and that’s crazy because not too long ago I would have considered it one of the best options after you fix some of the issues it has. I wish they would have made more changes with the TRX4MT as well. It would have been great with open diffs and more power. Hopefully we will see something new soon! For now, with the money you’re willing to spend you should check out some 1/10th scale stuff if you’re into it. The mini guys are fun but 1/10th performance is a whole different ball game!

[@johnlujan8706]

I have two trx4m defenders and a Bronco, and they're cool, but I am planning to get that new Redcat. It just seems like it'll be well worth it.

[@Bash_TheStampede]

It definitely is. I think you’ll like it!

[@JT-6s]

Great comparison vid and love the Mortal Kombat throwback. Did you find the Ascent to have similar throttle control to the TRX4m, or is it smoother? From what little I’ve gleaned in videos, the Traxxas seems to require a bit more throttle bump to get it moving over obstacles, especially at slow speeds.

[@Bash_TheStampede]

Haha thank you! I had a bunch of fun putting all the MK stuff together. The Ascent has a lot more punch and needs less convincing to get up and over things. It’s pretty smooth too for RTR electronics. I’d definitely say it feels smoother than the TRX4M. It seems to have more torque which helps a ton. Definitely a great performing rig out of the box. I’ve been enjoying it a lot! Thanks for the comment and for watching!