Are CHEAP RC Crawlers Worth the Money?

I spend almost 12 months testing this Cheap RC Crawler. The FTX Outback Fury 2.0. A lot of people tell me they are Junk... well who was right? Me or you?
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[@austinrhubarb]

It's too easy for us guys to forget how much effort you have to put in to make brilliant videos like this. Thank you Phil! I randomly stumbled across you around 18 months ago and your reviews and enthusiasm got this middle aged bloke into RC. Here I am, 9 cars later (3 of them FTX!) and my new hobby brings me so much joy. Thank you mate 😊

[@TomleyRC]

Us middle aged blokes have to look after each other :)

[@thqp]

As someone who always, tries to get the most performance and fun out of cheap rigs, I appreciate this video very much! As I see far too much of the "throw money at the problem" solutions alot of people seem to make in the RC hobby, when it's not really even necessary, while they look/talk down to those who enjoy cheaper rigs. Thank you!

[@TomleyRC]

I like to show what you can do for not a lot of money 👌

[@andybils6141]

Hi your content is spot on thanks 👍🏻 looking at buying two of these types of rock crawlers for my kids, could you recommend a cheaper equivalent please? I don’t expect it to be as good so no pressure! Thanks 👍🏻👊🏻

[@tonyhopkins8738]

@@TomleyRC Just think of how much more you could do if you stopped paying taxes in the country that made you!

[@tonyhopkins8738]

@@andybils6141 I'm definitely not an expert, but I bought an FTX Ravine after many online recommendations (including from this channel), and it's great for under £100.

[@matthewdorricott4514]

My mauler is 2 years old now. I changed the wax and receiver pretty soon but I'm only just starting to replace parts. I think a quick run is next

[@sheade_mcshyster]

The music brought a tear to my eye. It's such a good little crawler😢

[@TomleyRC]

2 emotional videos in 1 week 😬

[@tigerone2353]

I bought the RGT 86100 outback ( fury) a few years ago..one of favorite trail trucks for performance and looks. Turning radius not great but by toeing out each front wheel, it helped. Also, cut the front wheel wells back toward the door hinge panel so I could re-drill where the front wheel fenders are so I could move er them backwards toward the front doors. This was required to fit 2.2 tires on 2.2 M.T wheels. 100mm King Shocks. It was good on 1.9 tires, now it's better on 2.2. Other than this, I haven't changed a thing. Really nice rc. Going on 3 years. Love your reviews on cars...

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, with a few tweaks these are even better 👌

[@slashraptor9317]

No rc is ever perfect that’s what makes this hobby so great but if it puts a smile on your face then it’s perfect

[@SpeccyMan]

I own 4 FTX models and I have 0 complaints about any of them. We're not all made of money so we need good budget models for our hobby. I don't own a crawler yet but when I do buy one it will be an FTX.

[@TomleyRC]

Good support in the UK as well 👍

[@iavagabond124]

I've been having plenty of cheap RC fun thanks to WPL! Always a place for great cheap crawlers

[@BROCKMILAROWAN]

How are the Shocks???

[@rteague82]

In the first year of owning my traxxas trx4 sport, I needed to replace the servo arm, new motor and even the transmitter trigger spring! We had an FTX outback mini last for 2 years before it died and that was because my son drowned it in sea water and didn’t wash it.

[@jconnors64]

Bought my 6yr old son the ftx hi-rock last Christmas been very abused on 3s only. All that's broke so far is 1 Motor,pinion and spur. He has treated it like a submarine,a basher and lastly a crawler,am more than impressed with it, and have just ordered the ftx trekka and will also buy the ftx fury eventually.

[@NutjobGTO]

Found a unit that people were down on, ran it 'til it died, fixed it up, and now it wants to run more. If I were an emotional man, I'd make a comparison to successfully rescuing an unwanted puppy. But that would be silly and emotional so I won't

[@TomleyRC]

Haha.. love it

[@NutjobGTO]

@@TomleyRC please take it out on another run for me, sir

[@peterd5627]

I bought a Fury 2.0 as my first crawler after watching your earlier videos on it and it’s awesome nice one Tomley RC

[@roblowrie1969]

I love my FTX cars (Mauler, Paso, 2 Zorro's). The Mauler had a new motor after 2 runs, but, apart from a new steering servo, is stock. The Paso has had the bumper cut, and some Proline Hyrax knock offs put on it, and it's amazing now. Don't knock FTX until you've tried them. 😎👍🏻

[@SharkysGarageRCandMore]

What a great truck, and now with the small motor upgrade even more capable. You really did hammer it at EAST 23. So glad you won the Strip and Clean. The event raised £2,500 for a mens mental health charity. Thankyou so much for the shoutout, so glad i got that footage ! (There is a playlist coming out soon of my 6 videos from the event if people are interested in finding out more about it)

[@davidhiscock1969]

Have 4 of the FTX rigs. Fury 2.0, Hi Rock , Texan and an extended wheelbase Texan. All been good as gold . Been perfect for my reasonably limited ability and damn cheap with regards spares if they do break

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, they are pretty cheap to buy, cheap to maintain… and loads of fun 👌

[@Eddiee757]

Speaking from experience. I've got an FTX Fury, used it for almost 2.5 years now, and I've absolutely abused it, rolled it countless times and the only things that really "broke" were the rear diffs got slack and the spur gear shredded. This is more than likely user error because I did abuse the hell out of it. I'd highly advise getting a brushless system like the hobbywing fusion and a cheap Chinese metal gearbox from Ali express TLDR: very very good cheap crawler and rarely breaks.

[@rctraildriversuk-lone-wolfvide]

I am still running my fury 2.0, with a few mods like 1080 and better motor, but its soon to get a 76 Ford F-150 shell if all goes to plan, the fury is a great platform, nothing has failed at all on mine......so far

[@3Y3ECE]

I absolutely love those fusion hobbywings. I've bought 3 now. So glad ya chucked one in there!! Great review, great job torturing that truck, and good job pulling that strip n clean ticket!! Keep up the great work man!!

[@MauzyrockRC]

Brilliant concept for a review. The long game review. Surprising rig in all. Cheers

[@tobrc]

Great budget crawler! But sounds like the same noisy gearbox as the RGT models... 😊

[@Logans_RCAdventures]

3:59 What you can do is put some sort of lube on both bearings and it will fix or extend the life of your motor. I did a video on this a long time ago. I got 5 years of use out of my Titan 550 in my 4tec 2.0 before the bearings got so bad that you could see physical movement in the bearing. I don’t know how bad those motor bearings are, but it is a quick cheap fix for that!

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude

[@crashandcynder]

i think in america Ftx is called RGT i've had the RGT jimny for over a year now i've put it through mud, sand, dirt and it still keeps going!

[@neildaniel8232]

It was funny as hell when your ticket won that prize, everyone knew exactly what it meant. Looks like a top job was done too!

[@TomleyRC]

haha, was so lucky!

[@Pablo668]

That was really cool. Fantastic test. Good on you for sticking with it. That mob of crawling enthusiasts seem like a lot of fun.

[@clean1566]

I have 2 RGT crawlers. Same manufacturer I think, and have no complaints. Very upgrade able. Didn’t wait for my motor to fail to install fusion’s 2300. Ohhh weee. Fun Jeep.

[@ceff01]

At 9:10 that was amazing footage of running through the mud, can't believe this is a budget crawler, looks and drives like all the others

[@dez1969]

Was great to experience that raffle in person.. was just meant to be 😂! My RGT is still going strong with the same motor and electronics from new. Great video Phil.

[@RJcrawl]

The Barrage ECX got us started. It is a decent machine stiff climbing. Upgrading the rigs makes them very capable. So I’m a believer in saving money if it’s capable

[@user-lv9sw8fz7x]

Big FTX fan had lots of Crawlers but because of you I bought the Tracker,awesome car. Could be a Fury next😊

[@Br0rB]

I had no doubts this rig would work out well for you. I have the Pro version of the first gen, RGT branded, and it's been really nice. That one has all the metal upgrades and carbon fiber chassis rails as standard, and has some really nice shocks as well. For the price, that one is hard to beat. Spares for the RGT/FTX aren't all that expensive either, which is nice - not that I have needed to replace anything yet. :)

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, those pros are decent. Especially with a nice motor & ESC

[@Br0rB]

@@TomleyRC I have been running it with a Rhino Esc and a 9imod outrunner for a while, and that combo is amazing. Took it out of the RGT yesterday, and installed it in a brand new lcg build I did yesterday. Will install a Holmes Hobbies motor and an isdt esc70 back into the RGT. Should work well, but nothing like the outrunner. I'll be able to get it wet again though, so that's a plus. 😁

[@AdamHarte]

The shot at 9:07 is glorious! Well done!

[@mrAcneface]

Great ending to this video with the music...

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks mate

[@richardgranados-rueda7077]

It’s the only crawler I’ve got and doing great. Only lost a grub screw off a driveshaft. It’s has had some abuse too like yours. Plus my 4yo likes crashing it

[@bod3000]

I have fury extreme with old fusion motor. Its a great truck. Runs off 3x 18650.

[@lukas430000]

I'll gladly take it of your hands. That looks like it lasted pretty well. They are great rigs. I have 3 rgts so lil sister rigs. Love them to bits. 👍👍🔧🔧

[@user-bu5vg8zd8x]

Honestly, one the best videos, fun to watch and a great review

[@matusknives]

Fantastic video. I am just looking for a full size crawler for our kid and not really sure whether going all in with some 600+€ car is the right way to go - this car could fit the bill. So hearing that it is durable and performs well is very appreciated. Thanks

[@Goldfishdave]

I really rate FTX. They're a great introduction to the hobby and offer really good value for money. I have two Banzais, one of which I convertered to a touring car and a GEO crawler. They aren't going to beat Axial or Traxxas or Arrma, but they only cost a fraction of the big brands.

[@BangForYourBuckRc]

If you can get parts for a cheap crawler, Than they are probably worth the money! Well done Video Phil! That was an awesome prize idea in that raffle!👍🏻😎✨

[@areldcookie5581]

You're right they are pretty durable and very very good value for the money ! We have RGT here in Asia, which is basically the same as FTX in the UK, I own the jeep rubicon v2 aka ex86100v2 with no bucket on the back. This thing is my favorite 🔥

[@MrSneakyGunz]

Tomley! Always excited to see a video from you, Brother.

[@BrendonakaShanks]

I have cheap trail trucks all 1/24. But have had minimal issues with them standard, but i am not really punishing mine. Lol. Upgrades will happen, but im happy.

[@jamesbann3577]

I love my FTX NEO. Means i can play with the big crawlers. Not out perform, but keep up!

[@winteronice]

That was beautifull. Those final death cries hurt the souls. But it had some good carma, and got a well deserved second chance.

[@MCsCreations]

Awesome looking truck indeed, Phil! 😃 Even better with the upgrades! Nicely done!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@MandaPii_]

I have an FTX Outback Texan which is still going strong for like 2 years now. So far I have replaced the steering servo and the receiver, it did not function well as a submarine apparently which I found out when it fell of a bridge in a 2m deep lake so I had to fish it out. Some bearings were gone, I managed to destroy the pinion gear and some shocks have started leaking, all have been replaced. I have taken everything apart, cleaned and lubricated it a couple of times over those 2 years, but overall I have been very happy with it and am planning on doing some more upgrades to it when I have some spare cash.

[@davidroberts6085]

For the money i think ftx are pretty good. If you break any thing most parts are easy to get and quite cheap. I have the ftx ravine,the brushed zorro and then the little comet desert buggy in all the years i have owned them i have never had any issues with any of them . I think people think because they are classed as the cheaper rc's they get judged as not very good but are are quite capable rc's do you agree phil ?

[@TheAurabell]

I constantly pick my Rgt desert fox over my high trail, or sport or arrma etc. these "cheap" trucks are fucking GREAT !

[@TomleyRC]

They are awesome for sure

[@TypicalBlue-rq8ri]

I have the older yellow one had it for some years now only thing that's been replaced is one of the prop shafts quality budget brand is ftx bud 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@TomleyRC]

They are certainly durable 👌

[@bongers94]

That Fusion SE is definitely a game changer👌

[@user-jp7ye1pd7c]

Haters are gonna hate, I think they are just intimidated by the fact that with a few minor mods these can perform pretty much just as well as much more expensive RC's. When about 7 months ago I started back into RC my friend had a tricked out Element, I bought a S/H FTX Ravine for 62 quid (Posted), he was shocked that I kept up with his on climbs and crawling, he had a much faster setup. Then he sold me some steel beadlocks with supersoft tyres and I made just a couple of cheap tweaks and it was awesome... Now it makes him laugh as it just keeps going, blew a cog on the rear 2wd kept going, fixed that he broke my axle pin on one side 3wd kept going, lost a bolt in my suspension rod, big floppy rod hanging down kept going, had the rear steering ball pop out kept going, when I realised why the whole rear end was floppy fixed it with no tools... Great cars, great channel, great reviews, hope you are going to stay in this country...

[@SharkysGarageRCandMore]

I did a video with my ravine "chasing" phils $1,000 "Golden Goat" Capra, the only thing that let the ravine down was tyres, i got some better ones (and metal beadlocks) put a lil weight on the front axle (car alloy wheel weights) and it kicks butt !

[@NCMOUNTAINSbackyardRC]

O yea I remember that year I just ordered the DR10 im problem just going to see how fast I can send it!!

[@Jemoms]

Nice video, I do prefer cheap rigs over expansive ones. Will you review the new Wltoys 2824 4wd crawler ? Seems to be a good cheap alternative to kyosho mini z 4x4 or axial scx24, what do you tou think ?

[@friktionrc]

I kind of feel vindicated…all my crawlers are budget ones…only very recently got an SCX10ii and that’s still yet to be built…I mean if all my others still work fine and take punishment maybe I should just keep the 10ii shelved for now lol. As always, a great video and to be fair after all the punishment I’d be hard pushed to find any other manufacturer not end up having some part or other fail on it.

[@adampsrcs3487]

Great stuff phil.gotta live the FTX crawlers.

[@daig1984]

Done the same kind of thing with my trx4 79 bronco, and the shity 21 turn gave up the ghost 3300 kv axe in there now 12 tooth pinion beast now, this little cheapo actually looks good might treat my son

[@SharkysGarageRCandMore]

You will not regret it !

[@009ADVENTURES]

ftx are great, I have a few of them with the latest being this fury and it's amazing 👍

[@mehimrc1314]

Chances of the free rebuild 😂 and that thing being at the event poor bloke 🤣

[@TomleyRC]

Haha… it was meant to be 😅

[@jaggededge4x453]

I did it all and it was a job believe me but well worth it. And to only cooked motor and one input bearing it was amazing to see after the abuse that car been through. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@maxbuckley9762]

Tomley rc - the one man whom can make an FTx clip look better than any traxxes advertisement to date 👍🏼 You got me sold on this chassis man if its as good as you say it is and has the capability to be upgraded too imma invest in one I think 🤙 currently just finished a big rig wpl c24 mud bugger build which came with a few headaches and weeks of waiting for parts Thankfully it's all come together now and I've got something to go back out on the trails with 😊💪

[@ITman3Dmain]

Great video agian 🔥🔥🔥

[@TomleyRC]

Thank you

[@jplumstead]

Nice crawler maybe have to get my first rock crawler 😃

[@TomleyRC]

Good choice 👌

[@ka4172]

There are cheap crawlers and cheap an weak crawlers. I got a RGT Bowler climbs wounderfull but after a month the tiny size ring and pinion are toast.After several gear changes and fails again i change too Axial axels .So far so good.Those axels make a fantastic crawler job.After a nother year of hard crawling the RGT gearbox plastic gears fail.i change too a complete new gearbox with 390 Motor (30 Euro) and now the Truck make his job nice again.If all my other Trucks broke this truck save my day because now it doesent fail!

[@joshfowler197]

The body looks identical to the discontinued mst jp1 body, but with angry eyes grill.

[@aroncheek5092]

I love my ftx 1/24 Suzuki Jimny weighted wheels and steel props is all I changed about it Does ok

[@somethingbrutal666]

Do you do all your own editing? Love the quality of your content.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes. Film, Run, Edit, Build.... I'm a 1 man show :)

[@somethingbrutal666]

@@TomleyRC that alone makes you better than kev! hahaha

[@user-lk9sb1ld1p]

I own two . Rgt & Ftx. Good solid rigs

[@rayxxkaiser3586]

I'm waiting for my CrossRc demon SG4, too! I find it under a great discount~

[@jaggededge4x453]

It was a big challenge to do but worth it.❤ from Ian

[@douglasperry1226]

Cool rig From being a basher since1984 I just can’t justify the change to crawlers looks cool and fun but I really don’t think that’s for me. Change my mind frame If you will. 🤘🏼

[@polishguywithhardtospellna8227]

Thanks a lot for follow up

[@rcplaytime]

I like ftx,i have a few of them, they've always run great,for me anyway 👍👍😀😀

[@soothan86]

Love it awesome vid man nice truck

[@tonyhopkins8738]

Great video, bud, and a real stroke of luck winning the full maintenance overhaul! The look on that guy's face was priceless :D Oh hey, do me a favour, can you let me know now if you're planning to stop funding the NHS, welfare system, police, defence etc as soon as you've made enough money from us watching your content? No idea why that question popped into my head...

[@TomleyRC]

Lol... I spent 24yrs in the Military, I guess that means I owe you some money from my Wages and Pension.

[@tonyhopkins8738]

@@TomleyRC Services rendered, buddy :) I'm just feeling annoyed right now so I'm venting.

[@dougalbrown]

Talbot?

[@tonyhopkins8738]

@@dougalbrown Yup.

[@jegrand]

Do you know if any stores based out of United States sell FTX crawlers, do they sell with brushless motor? Thanks tomley!

[@polishguywithhardtospellna8227]

I really wanted first edition of this rgt, then second came out, i want it a lot more, but ivm not sure i can afford this hobby.

[@DeadlyBliss13]

3years with a 50 dollar mn99s and it’s still chugging along. Some cheapos can be worth it

[@MrCveedub]

haha what a great turn of events

[@eriksimca9409]

that win was almost faith haha

[@alexanderconnelly]

great video agian 👍

[@TomleyRC]

Thank you

[@JonasBaert.]

Broke my ftx outback servo within 2 days, plastic gear snapped. Gave me room for a 20kg servo upgrade

[@danielfiander5731]

Great review 👍🏻👍🏻

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude

[@jasonmorgan661]

Im seriously upset how all rc manufacturers make parts only specific to there vehicles...my idea is to use standard bearings and bushings from skate boards so the wheels are robust and wont require beafing changes every 3 months...second i want to use the traxxas 2wd gear box set up because you have to admit...lined up gears is way better then 90 degree off set sungears that easily strip when the frame bends on landings and impacts. My goal is a terminator carbon fiber all out durable rc set up...when im done ill send pics😄..good day old freind .

[@Efootballelitegameplays]

Please try the land rover defender new version of Roading which is also worth it or not do off-roading review please 🥺 please please please please please

[@tobydyes]

sound like Pat in the background

[@DirtyPlumbus]

You can tell Tomley isn't full of #2 because he can't even remember it. 😉🤣

[@SharkysGarageRCandMore]

Lol

[@Bot_Brad]

Great Video Sir

[@johnroop596]

They look nice but they aren't a good deal here in the U.S. they are $460 and the TRX 4 is $500 and much better.

[@PtsdRC]

I want to win, i think its a awesome truck. Thank you for reviewing fhe rigs that us poor people might can get. I live watching your take on things and seeing you get to be rewarded for your hard work and dedication to the hobby and in life in general. I have TRAXXAS slash , Traxxas 4tec 3.0, and that's it so you know i need a decent rig lmfao. Im no fanboy of Traxxas but I'm also a opportunity taker lol and they were both cheap. Had a crawler but git rid of it. Thank you for your service, i also carried my flag on my shoulder. I don't even know if its possible to win but i just wanted to say hi and thank you for your show and you are amazing to watch!!!

[@MatthewMcKenzie-qk8vz]

its pretty simular to the rgt ex86100 rock cruiser

[@IowaBudgetRCBashers]

Can’t find ftx in the USA or I haven’t found any anywhere

[@SharkysGarageRCandMore]

They are a UK based company. Similar trucks are available worldwide under the RGT banner, but, FTX tend to tweak theirs, and i have found that they are very responsive to feedback, as an example i have a FTX Rokatan, when phil reviewed it he mentioned to them about beefing up the body posts, which they have done. There are multiple other examples.

[@RickMicallef]

I got the crawler as soon as I saw your video

[@keiranbarrow691]

Hi, would anybody here be able to help me which one is better ftx outback fury 2.0 or the ftx hi-rock

[@JustinCase-yk3zj]

If Kevin Talbot is Richard Hammond, you're James May

[@friktionrc]

Clarkson surely 😂

[@s71402san]

I think this thing needs an airsoft turret on it so that it could go where the infantry couldn't, as well as outmaneuvre and outpace them.

[@tracydavis96]

Does anybody know what crawlers are for?do they know what these trucks are made for..

[@Deadpool85El]

What's the best cheap small crawler? Cheers geezer

[@tapublog]

Wow nice video sir

[@tboystoys5682]

Great vid

[@markpace5809]

Ain't nowt wrong with FTX.

[@TomleyRC]

Agree 👌

[@dallinmc1466]

How much did this RC crawler cost?

[@dualtrondreamteam6811]

Noobs claim Arrma are the best thing since sliced bread but in truth they're built cheap and love bending yet cost far more than they're worth just goes to show you dont have to spend over rated arrma money to have fun

[@Yourmomsplacefasuppa]

Wait... so the steering servo lasted that long? Was it or is it stock?

[@antisolcial]

Seems so!