Half the price of the big names, but is it any good? RGT EX86100

[@WheelsRC]

Great video Phil. Thanks for the club and channel shout outs. Much appreciated 👍

[@TomleyRC]

No problem mate. Will be down again soon

[@techspeedrc]

RGT is a brand owned by HSP, originally for their high end card but now used for their crawlers. The history of their crawler can be traced back to the HSP Pangolin which was a copy of the AX10. The Pangolin is more well known in the UK as the Maverick Scout and the Redcat Everest10. The running gear was then mounted to a ladder frame chassis, making the HSP Boxer, which was also rebadged as the Redcat Gen7. The axle cases were redesigned to fit a panhard link and make the pumpkin smaller. This became the HSP Boxer Pro, rebadged as the FTX Outback Fury and the RGT EX86100. The next in line is the RGT EX86110, with a forward mounted motor and centre transfer box.

[@TomleyRC]

Some really good info there dude. Appreciate it.

[@krgoodjohn]

Great info, thanks for sharing 😁

[@wanlok82]

So can RGTEX86100 parts swap into HSP Boxer? Its all axactly the same?

[@joerutkowsky3261]

So how would I get parts for the 86100. My local hobby shop does not carry this brand. And most hobby shops don’t.

[@resetobserver7610]

@@joerutkowsky3261 you need to search them down on the web. lots of metal upgrade s available

[@stephenhogston7394]

I drove this at the Club and found it a very capable truck only let down by its lack of steering radius and sensitive reverse on the esc , many thanks for letting me use the truck I had a better drive but then I built a lot of the course great vid buddy your welcome anytime

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks Stephen, yes you were much better than me lol. I forgot about the over sensitive reverse, but once you know about it.... it's fine. I'll certainly be back. Using both the trucks I came down with to make one decent one. LWB with the front motor and transfer box.

[@krgoodjohn]

@@TomleyRC don't forget to move the steering over from the short wheelbase one as well

[@KF-hb5vx]

@@TomleyRC you can lower the speed in reverse on the transmitter and makes the reverse much less twitchy. Works great once you lower the speed. It's the knob labeled low, top left I think

[@brianroberts5740]

I got ours 4 or 5 months ago and love it. We have a Traxxas TMaxx, EMaxx, Slash, an HG P401, a couple nitro crawlers, Tamiya Lunchbox, and about 30+ quads/drones, a few airplanes and boats. The RGT is probably my fav. WARNING: the diffs are dry and need lube!!! I add a hardbody Rubicon and a light bar and full LED light kit It's getting heavy and if I can hide a sound kit I will.

[@BrentTheGent1]

Same as the FTX Fury which i got and put a CNC portal axle up front with a 35 turn motor and i love it.

[@annieroberts1204]

Really like mine so far. I DID NOT get the Blue Bronco like I ordered. I got this one. I'm not mad though. I ordered a new, open box, and got a brand new factory sealed maroon Jeep. Like this one. Pretty happy. It's A LOT faster than a crawler she though. Think I will gear it down a bit.

[@krgoodjohn]

Great footage of the course, and as always great fair review of the truck.

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude

[@rcnation7418]

I acctualy rly enjoyed this video, I would like to apologise for my actions on this channel, I came from kev Talbot and didn't rly watch ur videos before coming to o point of view so for that I am sorry. Nice vid

[@TomleyRC]

No problem dude. It's always better to make your own opinion on someone, rather than listen to someone else. Hope you stick around 👍 (sorry for the late reply)

[@PhillipGriffin3211]

@@TomleyRC better to see a KZbin response late then never! You my good sir are a great content creator! Appreciate your work!

[@radrobloxchannel7318]

@RC NATION can u tell me what happened that time? Between kev and tomley?

[@Del350K4]

Brilliant! The haters can slag this truck off if they want to do that, and the rest of us can take advantage of the fact that the range of choices available to us has just increased slightly. The RC car club looked to have a cracking crawler course, too : )

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks Del. It wasn't bad, and certainly perfect for someone who wants to get in to crawling. The club was excellent, i'll be going back in a few months

[@Del350K4]

@@TomleyRC Exactly! Why spend SCX 10 money when you may not be sure you want to commit to scale crawling? This truck offers a real taste of the action for a reasonable - more than reasonable - sum.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, and even the veterans liked this one 👍

[@KZizFISHIN]

If you hold the body up close with a head light on you can see the tiny dimples that rgt molds into the body shell where to put holes for wipers and door handles

[@MCsCreations]

Awesome review and bashing, dude! 😃 The truck looks fantastic!

[@TomleyRC]

Thank you. It was decent, I ran a second battery through it off camera as well. Lots of fun

[@jasonice1584]

Watching this again trying to decide between this and the redcat everest gen 7 sport

[@TomleyRC]

Hmmm the Gen 7 is pretty nice!

[@Bikes_N_Adventure]

Spend the extra $, get the redcat

[@TheGibsOfTheTube]

I don't understand why KZbin reviewers keep comparing these chinese clones to the TRX4?! The biggest thing the TRX4 has that costs quite a bit would be the portal axles! It's one of the biggest selling points of the TRX4 also! You can't compare a truck saying "so much cheaper" or "half the price of the competition" when they are massively different rigs. Many of the compared trucks also don't even have manually locking diffs, which is one thing most of the TRX4 models have unless you go with the cheaper one. Oh, not ragging on you mate, it's a good video and your videos are great. Just KEEP seeing these comparison videos. LoL

[@TomleyRC]

It's because it makes people click on the Video. If you mention 'Traxxas' in any video it always gets people talking. Unfortunately because of the KZbin Algorithm it's extremely hard to get any traffic by being sensible with titles. There's a fine line between 'Click Bait' and a 'Hook' and KZbin almost pushes you to Click Bait. I've got a TRX4 since this video, so my latest Comparison actually has a TRX4 in for context :)

[@TheGibsOfTheTube]

@@TomleyRC I completely understand the whole algorithm issue! At least you are honest in the video though. More of a review of that truck then a "this truck is just as good but cheaper" video. Will have to check out all your other videos. I actually DID find a couple clones of the TRX4 however most of them aren't available anymore. Probably got a cease and desist letter from Traxxas. Haha! It's a YiKong 4104 or Absima Sherpa depending on where you look. Funny thing is they are asking MORE for it then I paid for my TRX4 Defender that I got this week! 🤣 Why would anyone trust some no name knock off with that much money?

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, it';s a tricky game! I try not to hide anything....if people ask, I'm happy to discuss. I've reviewed both the Yi-Kongs. The newest one (FJ Cruiser) is really good! If it was 25% cheaper, they'd sell a sh!t ton of them!

[@TheGibsOfTheTube]

@@TomleyRC oh I will have to search for that video. I've seen a few of your videos as they pop up in the suggestion bar (watching on TV) but the YiKong one didn't come up yet. I saw those for sale but with a flip up truck body on it (not SUV). I was wondering how decent it was and considered buying one until I saw that they wanted almost 475 usd plus shipping for it. I paid less for my TRX-4 from a local place (obviously no shipping) so I was kind of stunned! If they sold it for less I would have considered it. However, my "buy a rig from a brand I never heard of and may have zero support" trust and money only go so far. Haha! Gotta go find those videos you made now! Keep up the great videos! Subscribed!!

[@TheGibsOfTheTube]

@@TomleyRC oh yeah, I almost forgot to mention... I blame youtube algorithm too because I found THIS video when I searched for "trx4 clone" because I was trying to find a cheaper one for my son. Nowhere at all in the search results were your videos of the YiKong you mentioned (which IS a clone of the TRX4) which is just crap on KZbin part. Just a suggestion too... Throw words into the "tags" for all those words... "Clone, knockoff, etc" also the model of the YiKong... I searched for the "YiKong 4101" and had terrible results. That is the model that is identical to your Toyota SUV but in pickup truck form. .. Ok I'm done pestering you now man... Cant wait for more videos!

[@hollyhillrc]

Hi Phil. Definitely take that panhard bar off. You don't need it with the four link and it inhibits the performance. You may also want to change the motor from the 20T to a 35T brushed for smoother crawling. The body on this is a much better colour than the Fury's, but the Fury does come with leds in the headlamps as well as both bumpers. (very important for led junkies like me lol). 😃👍👍

[@TomleyRC]

LED junkies haha. I've heard taking the 4th link out rather than the panhard.... maybe I'll try it both ways, see what works best.

[@hollyhillrc]

@@TomleyRC Yeah, either way. If you take the 4th link out it's less low down to get hooked up on 😃👍👍

[@Bikes_N_Adventure]

Mine has had some troubles, I've replaced the radio/receiver due to glitching, also the plastic gears fried after one use, Leading to replacement.. the steering angle is also less than ideal, I ended up just buying a TRX-4 after spending over 350 on this "cheap" crawler to get it going.. now it's my secondary lol.

[@jasonreed9635]

I believe, all of the Chinese trucks are made by hsp, if you look at the older ones they run the same parts as the redcats ie, the gen 7 platform which was build by hsp

[@TomleyRC]

Good info... cheers Jason

[@bangurhead4027]

Looks and is priced as a higher quality unit, $ 235 on Banggood not exactly a cheapie, but, nonetheless some quality bits and pieces. Sweet outdoor track & a cool vid gov...👍

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude.....Yeah like I said in the video, not all that cheap, but there is not much out there cheaper in the 1/10 Scale crawler category .

[@modelnutty6503]

this is more an "unbox and run" video, looks pretty good too. when you dive into it a little more we'll see if you can give it a smaller pinion and other fun simple little mods.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, not a proper RGT Vs TRX... but a start :)

[@frankblue6828]

By the way you're driving skills are just about like mine. Good luck my friend

[@TomleyRC]

Just means an excuse to get back out and practice!

[@just4kicks950]

So it's worth buying ? It's going to be my first crawler. Im mainly into bashers M.Ts, I've learned to appreciate crawlers recently. I don't want to spend a fortune on a rig & doesn't bother me if its a clone lol . I got the real Tamiya bruiser that I have a bunch of $$ wrapped up in & bought the H.P 407 clone from banggood & it's scary how close it is to the bruiser for a Fraction of the price. Appreciate the reviews & you convinced me on this Crawler, Im going to give it a try, awesome body it comes with ! Sold me on it . Thanks for sharing my friend. Cheers 🙌👍

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, a very good Crawler. The later ones have a 550 motor up front, they crawl a little better, but are also a bit more expensive

[@Breakaway_RC]

This would make a good first crawler for my kid

[@brenthumphreys5747]

Actually not a bad transmitter for a simple RTR as I have had one with my pro brontosaurus and have never had issue with range or trims.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, seems pretty good in the hand

[@Leonsrchobbys]

nice bit of kit mate 😎🇬🇧😊👊👍

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers Leon

[@claytondunlop248]

Very nice crawler....one day ill have a crawler n post vids of it...one day

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks dude

[@ErPirataRc]

Fantastic video💪👍

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks dude

[@thedumpydustman6088]

Looks pretty decent for the purchase price and a motor and tyre swap is all part and parcel of most RTRs anyway! Look forward to the hill of champions 😁👍

[@TomleyRC]

Yes you are correct. This will be getting some changes very soon

[@hellsbells114]

What's aftermarket service like are there upgrades n spares available?....great content

[@Boycey_UK]

Good video pal the truck looks cool 😀😀 looking forward to the eall of champions haha

[@TomleyRC]

Well first to tackle the hill is a WPL...ya know...that cheap junk I review haha

[@Boycey_UK]

I'm excited to see this haha I have a stock WPL and I love the look of it not done much driving with it but it looks cool haha

[@adampsrcs3487]

Does it have adrag brake and will it run 3s like the Paso?? anyone now.cant make mind up between Paso or fury

[@nickyum4022]

I might get one I watched Kevin Talbots reviews and it looks beast so I’m definitely gonna buy it!

[@trevorglenny2227]

Is is ready to run does the battery and every thing come in box

[@TomleyRC]

It will depend where you buy it from. Always good to check the product description

[@trevorglenny2227]

@@TomleyRC thanks lad

[@blackwolfrc]

Your right not all Banggood stuff is bad they do have good stuff.

[@TomleyRC]

They do. I turn away more than I review, if it doesn't look good, I'll not review it. although a few lemons get through the filter!

[@semperatis]

Seems not too bad a truck Phil,I'd think that most of the mods that we do to the FTX's will work on this one too.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, pretty much identical

[@islandrc-duke1972]

Great review,looks cool

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks mate

[@rcpete7055]

Like the T-shirts and hoodies Tom I keeping Tom even though I know it's Phil now 🤣😂👍

[@TomleyRC]

haha...no worries Pete 👍

[@andyfindlay9391]

Can you get brass weights for this? They might help

[@adampsrcs3487]

Does this rgt/fury run 3s capable like the v3 Paso .does anybody know??

[@rebelredRC]

Is there anywhere other then Banggood that you can get this little truck

[@griminyt2354]

Hello can I put a 1/10 lc80 hardbody on this?

[@oscars6858]

I know this is kind of late but where do you actually buy the car from because I want to buy one but I don’t want to be scammed so if anyone could tell me where to buy it from it would be very helpful

[@BangForYourBuckRc]

Can you tell me if you can fit a trx4 body shell on that?

[@s1000p]

What was with the lipo ?

[@andyp6699]

Nice vid Tomley. Just been watching the jeep new version. Dont like the body. if that body will fit it you have a good looking crawler that performs very well out of the box, apart from the torque roll. (sorry torque roll is a pet hate on my part). Happy rc,in pal.

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers Andy, yeah the Jeep is really nice. I think some thicker oil in the shocks will help a little bit with the roll. It's very soft at the moment. I'm going to be swapping the drivetrain over to this one.. so 550 Motor and the transfer case, with this chassis and body. I think it will perform really well.

[@ryanbentley8515]

I own a trx4 but I'm looking for a 2nd, more budget friendly crawler. I'm considering the RGT EX 86110 or the remo hobby 1093-st. Both can be found on bangood and aliexpress and including the shipping fees there's a very small difference in price between them. Not sure if you've ever played around with the remo hobby 1093-st but do you have any suggestions or recommendations as to which might be the better crawler

[@TomleyRC]

No experience with the Remo, the 86110 would be my choice.

[@ot2325]

Hi, with what you ended up with? I'm exactly in the same situation. Looking for budget 1/10 crawler to run with my trx4.

[@norbeard6032]

Hey, why are you looking for something else than TRX4? I'm looking for my 1st one, but every group/forum I find says: get trx4 rather than cheaper stuff

[@ot2325]

@@norbeard6032 You should get trx4 - this is the best you can get for sure. For instance i bought second crawler just a 313 mm chassis from injora, basically scx10ii clone but! I order a completely all new metal parts for this chassis so i will build i new crawler, adding jeep wrangler hard body on top and it should be awesome and still quite cheap and definitely better than cheap rtr Chinese truck.

[@norbeard6032]

@@ot2325 I'm thinking about getting the scx10ii chassis kit as well, but I'm a little bit afraid I will end up with trx4 price range after the upgrades anyway.. why hobby paths are so slippery? But anyway, assuming i already have trx4, why would i want to get budget crawler?

[@pointcellreload]

woww amazing😍👍👏👏👏

[@frankblue6828]

It's not a badd truck, thanks for the review

[@TomleyRC]

No problem Frank

[@jdsrcs8061]

Cooll review. This would be a great crawler to let kids to learn on. I might have to get on. I like the tires. Are the diffs locked?

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, it's good for all abilities. Yes, Diffs locked

[@NCmountainsYouTubeChannel]

Looking forward to. I you videos. Too. 👍 NC MOUNTAIN🏞 back yard RC and more

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks dude

[@Hardslidda]

Does it come with a charger?

[@TomleyRC]

Yes

[@byrddmann0113]

Cool video, what size tires are on it ?

[@panhouska]

Hellow. I want one and only car, have no experience- should I go for 86100 V2 or 86110 or 86130 please? For starter I will use factory setup, maybe later I will try to upgrade. Please please please (since I have no idea I might go for 86100 because of the looks). Or maybe 8100 or HB Toys RTR R1001? (Hehe, dream EX86170-1 is definitevly out of budget :D)

[@jonlaird5082]

For once an rc company was thinkin of us coffee drinkers and including a free straw/stirrer 😂. Nice truck and video as always. I personally like the cheap rigs. Give you more money to play with to upgrade/customize it. Did you ever fix your 1/8 D110?

[@TomleyRC]

haha...yeah, I'm a Coffee addict. Yes, I've heard you can mod these in to a really capable crawler. I have some plans for this one...... The D110 is gathering dust, I think i'm going to put a Axial gearbox in or similar. Just need to find the time

[@jonlaird5082]

@@TomleyRC Oh ok on the D110,yeah theres always time needed with rc's haha. If it helps any,I put in a low CG scx10 transmission made by hot racing in my 1/8 D110. Very easy install to. I just drilled new holes in the factory skid plate and did a small body lift (6-7mm) as I didn't want to cut into the interior and it works great. Unsure if the factory driveshafts will work as I have rc4wd punisher shafts on mine,haha.

[@TomleyRC]

@@jonlaird5082 Awesome, cheers for the info ;)

[@jonlaird5082]

@@TomleyRC you're very welcome man 😎👍. Being I didn't have any spacers I used extra wheel hex hubs from an old axial wraith and due to them not looking like traditional hexes they were the perfect height.

[@TomleyRC]

I'll be looking in to the conversion very soon.

[@Wurstkommission]

The car hops more than it drives. 😁

[@PhillipGriffin3211]

2022 the price is now $291.99 American without shipping!

[@thatkidsmokin]

Doesnt look bad at all for the price? Is there only a jk body they offer? How long have these been out? I started 15 years ago with a scorpion artr 3 gs later its comp status

[@TomleyRC]

They have quite a few body styles, I like the JK one....but there are others

[@adampsrcs3487]

Is it fully waterproof??

[@victormv3380]

Let us know the upgrades you will do ☺️

[@iheartkbee2861]

Excuse me, how much for that one?

[@Alienvisitor007]

You should try the hobao dc1

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, they looks nice!

[@muddinco7289]

I literally just bought one of these and a trx4 bronco

[@jeeplover2004]

I guess that for the price it's worth it

[@asepsurasep8463]

Informative

[@lhansenrc9262]

Can it run on 3s ?

[@minnoweyesrc30]

Love the video but be careful, If traxxas sees there name on a video thats for a different brand they will probably copyright you... they did it to other youtubers already..

[@TomleyRC]

Well there were some TRX4's in the background.... I think? lol

[@byknmikerc7153]

We've beat the ass of our rgt ex86100, only break was the lexan body. Swapped it with the hard body jku and its great

[@TomleyRC]

They are awesome things! I keep looking at the Pro

[@gustavgilich]

I’m getting one for my bday

[@ot2325]

Can i run it with 3s lipo 5500 mah out of box?

[@TomleyRC]

I've not tried the Stock eSC 3s... but I have used a Quicrun 1060, and the chassis/drivetrain takes it well

[@OliveiraSBMT]

Nice!

[@rolandkentreyes9339]

Is it a full metal? Or a plastic?

[@TomleyRC]

Chassis is metal, axles are plastic... gears are metal I think

[@jondoe6618]

Half the price and rc. Every crawler is compared to the trx4 for a reason. Looks pretty good though.

[@TomleyRC]

I guess the TRX4 is used as a bench mark as it’s probably the most popular ‘main stream’ Crawler

[@mgscheue]

Wow, Traxxas didn't sue you for this or issue a strike?

[@holkerholker7920]

I must say that the first minute was just telling off kev

[@TomleyRC]

Well, not telling him off...he reviews the same stuff as me so he has no room to talk. Just putting the haters he sent over straight, they seem to think everything from China is crap..... well, only on this channel 😂

[@heady2008]

RGT have now jumped over FTX with their new chassis, the EX86110 as you've seen with their CJ variant . uk.banggood.com/RGT-EX86110-110-2_4G-4WD-RC-Car-Electric-Off-road-Vehicle-Climbing-Rock-Crawler-RTR-Model-p-1544050.html?rmmds=search&ID=6157196&cur_warehouse=CN They've done the same with their 1/24 scale crawler as well

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, I have them both. V3 FTX I'm sure will be the same as these

[@holkerholker7920]

Nice but I still can't afford it

[@rcgarageph7228]

Nice crawler that beautiful body I think u can meet Kevin talbot

[@TomleyRC]

It's a good looking truck yes.

[@rcaddictgarage]

It looks pretty cool!

[@toddbertram6556]

4 link and panhard, ha ha ha. I'm guessing the link is included so you can axle mount your servo if you want.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, Ive removed one of the links now, gives a little more 'flex' 👍

[@vinsanitysmet]

I think the reason why they think it's cheap or might say it's cheap is because the price is too good to be true. Also on your channel I notice you kind of throw everything around like you don't care about it. Just an observation

[@TomleyRC]

Yeah, it's easy to write something off because of the price. I really like these RGT crawlers. As for throwing things around....it gives them a good 'durability' test 😎

[@vinsanitysmet]

@@TomleyRC I do like your Channel

[@B.K._BerndK.]

👍 😁 👌 Sehr cool

[@fords4life914]

I've found one online for $59.99👀🤔

[@TomleyRC]

Hmmm... I’m not sure you’ll get one of these when you receive it 🧐

[@filiped7298]

I like this one. Are you willing to donate it? (Asking for a friend) 😁

[@TomleyRC]

I'll put it on your wish list... 😎👌

[@filiped7298]

Tomley RC thanks. Asking doesn’t hurt 😉

[@johnovandupper3810]

Flux outback v2 fury

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, I'm still trying to work out if FTX are part of RGT...and who is the top dog. RGT seem to always be one version ahead, so that may answer the question.

[@johnovandupper3810]

@@TomleyRC I've heard somewhere that ftx is hsp and hsp is rgt. Same brand but different name's?

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, i have heard that too

[@jda79]

$65 on aliexpress right now june 1-7 2024

[@leuryrodriguez5668]

i want this car :)

[@nikoleallego7503]

Traxxas TRXE 4 good

[@BrentTheGent1]

FTX has 4 led up front and 2 on its butt,,,, and it is so much better with panhard off,,, never used it.

[@hadleyartates7140]

we have desame truck sir!!!

[@kevingilroy]

Traxiss stuff breaks just as much.

[@TomleyRC]

You are not wrong. But it's Traxxas...so nobody really complains.... it's just 'part of the hobby'

[@williambelisle2004]

Why do all these videos. Show the tester slamming everything around and being extremely hard handed it does not prove durability

[@TomleyRC]

That's just the way I am.... 😎👌

[@amandarose7103]

I've noticed this too and it's annoying.

[@brianhawkins866]

I got bought this from Ali for $75

[@jeffparryncc1701]

I'd buy a $raxxas TRX$ if it was $400 cheaper and a roller...

[@CadillacDriver]

People who deem these rubbish, have never ever driven one.

[@jameshall1339]

B

[@toddbertram6556]

Angry eyes is the absolute worst look for a jeep, but the body is garbage anyway. Looks like your basic crawler, nothing special. Thought it would at least have portals. Seems ok for the money.

[@TomleyRC]

The front mounted 550 motor version is the better one, but this is good!

[@Cdogg310]

This little rc truck needs some weight lol looks and sounds super cheap