Traxxas E-REVO 2.0 & Arrma KRATON BLX V3 Comparison 2018 - 6S RC Monster Trucks

[@ACTIVEBOMB97]

Glad to see I'm not the only onne who can't stand the music.

[@neilwilliams6196]

It made me consider shooting myself....

[@robertb.4202]

I just started the video as I type this and I am already annoyed. 😖

[@mannydefelice4370]

The music didn’t bug me until I read the comments😂

[@l4ylowjoe]

Turn up the music I can still hear you

[@coreybunss]

Ricky None lmfao

[@johnwet6969]

😂😂😂

[@dylanstad8792]

Bro he just liked my comment saying this😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@gopium1976]

😂😂😂😂

[@imdannymartins]

😂😂😂🙌👏

[@troybolton4055]

This video helped me reach the epiphany that Arrma was a legitimate brand. I have no regrets adding the Kraton to the collection. Whether you're a Traxxas, Arrma, Losi , HPI or other fanboy, if you limit yourself to 1 brand you truly are missing out

[@DashzRight]

That is completely irrelevant to the video, how can someone come to any conclusion about brand legitimacy with a comparison of 2 different style trucks? ....

[@EXTREMERC416]

@@DashzRight arrma kraton v3 vs e revo 2.0. Read the tittle? Arrma made it name with the kraton 6s.

[@smrdmr1]

Great Comparison Video. You could leave the music out the next time though.

[@josephwelch6972]

Yes way to loud!!!

[@asherwilliamson5747]

Thank God Simone else noticed that. I almost wristwatch g because it was loud and distracting

[@jputsc1]

or just reduce gain another -6db and you should be good

[@budthecyborg4575]

That music makes me want to pour gasoline on my head and light it.

[@crimsonfancy]

exactly. Here for the info. Insignificant distractions aren't worth mentioning. The music makes the video pro.

[@daver18qc]

Great comparison ! But please lose the music, it's way too loud and distracting, as others have said !

[@d0wnboy]

Who the hell decided background music was a good idea?

[@zevak1]

S H WHAT? SPEAK UP I CANT HEAR YOU

[@davidigra]

Excellent comparison, very thorough. Felt like the E-Revo was more to my taste :)

[@austrianletsplay5798]

same

[@christopherh6361]

Not a question, e revo and xmaxx destroy arrmas same class. No doubt. On road though, arrma wins all day. Never be a one sided fan boy

[@timsgta]

I got the E revo 2.0 from amain hobbies over a year ago and it is a great RC and they are a great company. No regrets AT ALL!

[@Daisygirl915]

Great video ... thank you! After watching countless videos, I am planning to get my husband the EREVO 2.0 and my son an Arrma Keaton 6s. Thanks again.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Wow, what great gifts! That is exciting to know. They're going to be so excited to see those trucks! I'm excited for them. One thing to note about those two selections, Traxxas vehicles use their proprietary battery connector, so you will have to buy their batteries, and battery charger. If you cut the connector off and replace it with something different, you void their warranty. With the Kraton, you can use any batteries, any chargers, as long as it has an EC5 connector. And if you want to change that to something different, you can without worry or issue. Hope I haven't made things worse, but you don't want to buy duplicate chargers and batteries. If you have any questions, let me know. Happy Holidays. -Brett

[@warrenlaw8595]

Best wife and mother ever

[@DanHovarter]

Great mom! How do they like them now?

[@ScubaJelly]

Best gift you could get

[@jarrettmaltry6305]

LMFAO between the loud music the sound of the car running and him taking I feel like I’m going insane

[@JohnHughesTR]

You need to turn up the music a bit, I was able to decipher a few of the words you said.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Shoot, you made out a few? Darn... there is room for improvement then. -Brett

[@dingguss545]

Cool, but the talking really distracted me from the music.

[@SeeJayAre]

Finally!!!! This is the comparison I've been looking for...

[@davidlewis620]

Don't know if anybody mentioned it but on high traction surfaces like asphalt and cement etc. Vehicles with grippy tires tend to traction roll without sway bars. Some people like traction rolling but I don't. On loose traction surfaces sometimes I remove my sway bars to get that cool body rolling effect that you mentioned.

[@smashrc8481]

Music vs brett

[@elliotbaltazar]

AMain Hobbies Great commentary on two very comparable vehicles. Your candor is much appreciated. Keep up the great work!

[@gruffski]

I have a stamped, revo3.3 and a UDR. I wanted a change so I went with the Kraton and boy is this thing fun with no disappointments.

[@geodude3966]

Glad to see this comparison from three years ago! The E-Revo 2.0 was hands down better than the Kraton V3. But Arrma has been making updates every year, and currently the Kraton V5 is hands down better than the E-Revo 2.0. Traxxas is way behind the competition these days, they just can't keep up. Meanwhile Arrma keeps making big changes every year and keeps improving! I just ordered my Arrma Outcast 6S EXB RTR and I can't wait to get it.

[@rsoul7282]

Good sentiments here, RC tribalism should not be a thing, if you like something and it is your choice then nobody should try to shit on you for it, these are things bought solely for fun, and are to be used as such. Good review.

[@NitroStarGT]

Thanks for the true statement. I've owned a lot of RC brands over the years and enjoyed the different methods that are used to do the same thing, go fast and have fun!

[@tigerheart6]

Well said😃 plus when they al say it Will brake fast that doesnt mean when you have it, it still does it all depends on your use

[@mescobe3290]

Jesus! What a way to put it.

[@JFlyer1973]

So I said this on another comment already but I'll repeat... Strangely enough, and this surprises me... I actually like the music. These videos are great, the music is pleasant (go ahead haters, flame away, I can take it) and the music actually just adds a good background to the great informational and entertaining vid. Awesome job man.

[@andrestokes5920]

Keyed wheels? Traxxas is the Apple of the RC world.

[@Altchannel2988]

Yes I have a kraton and an erevo 2.0 and I hate how I can’t use the erevo tires on anything else unless I cut off the splines on the inside of the wheel

[@xptweak]

And Arrma is the Samsung of RC world

[@jeffklaubo3168]

Nah, I mean if you can use anything on the traxxas, but you can't use the traxxas on others that's nothing like Apple.

[@xptweak]

@@jeffklaubo3168 well, it compares like, traxxas has their own ecosystem of products, has high quality and expensive and its has a brand value in the rc world. So in that sense it can be compared to Apple but not in all sense ofcourse

[@jeffklaubo3168]

@@xptweak well in that sense it can be compared to any quality product then lol.

[@richardcalf8337]

"Different roads taking you to a good time" - I like that.

[@Art-zs6sl]

That was perfect

[@AJMangino]

Great review. That center diff oil point is so crucial when comparing these two. I think the people would love to see a long term durability test between these cars!

[@pops4141]

I think arrma puts water in the diffs or wd40 to stop rust

[@gasolinediesel972]

@@pops4141 They don't put either in the diffs, especially water lol wtf. Water literally causes rust.

[@bigroger805]

Dude I couldn't Finnish this video because of that music. I'm glad to see I'm not just crazy here....lol

[@dirtberger4533]

Thanks for the video. We have a Kraton and Senton. They have been working great. No problems except had to replace Kraton servo after a head on crash with a other RC.

[@dirtberger4533]

I got my son a Kraton for his birthday. Figured I would try out something different for me that I could run with him, I am absolutely loving it!!! I didn't expect to like it as much as I do. I lean more towards buggy's and truggys most of the time.

[@christopherlastname7638]

You can add the clipless body to the older e-revo and the summit if you want I did it to mine and love it it's so easy every rc should have it !

[@MAGICFLY02]

Ordered my EREVO 2.0 a couple of days ago. Can’t wait till it gets here.

[@mattj6382]

Great advice on the centre diff oil tweak! I’m picking up a new Kraton tomorrow and some thicker diff oil is now on the shopping list 👍

[@crazycamkalani]

I have an outcast and it's nearly bulletproof haha, not sure about the kraton but I put 500k weight oil in the center diff and bumped up the esc's punch setting to 6 out of 9 and it does standing backflips with no effort haha

[@mattj6382]

crazycamkalani that sounds nuts... 👍

[@kaizen7852]

Matt J GOOD LUCK BROTHER

[@smashrc8481]

The real comparison the music vs brett

[@srcparadise3315]

Great comparison, especially regarding the diff fluids and how it affects the driving experience of each truck. In my Kraton I run 500k in my center diff and 100k front and rear diffs, for me this is great for bashing...though if I were to do it over, I may go with 50-60k weight in the front and rear diffs. Cheers!

[@srcparadise3315]

AMain Hobbies i think with lighter fluid in the front and rear diffs I would get quicker turn in, in turns...I need to experiment with it more, but this is more for racing, and i only bash🙂👍

[@smallfry1463]

After replacing center diff fluid in the kraton and taking off sway bars , this thing is an absolute beast!

[@dusty7254]

I dont know, I kinda like the sway bars

[@kennystroner7431]

This is a much better comparison than the Arrma Kraton vs. Traxxas UDR. The UDR is more a trophy truck and more about details. Kraton and the E-Revo 2.0 are real bashers! I sense a little favoritism in the Kraton. The sway bar pretty much sucks and the E-Revo has strong plastic and bigger better tires. Sounds like when you read through it, the E-Revo is the real winner here! I am not a fan of the 2 motor steering servo on the E-Revo is my only complaint!

[@X88MasterpL88X]

I have the E-revo and it’s a beast, so much power and control

[@melon64_]

I would like to see arma kraton vs traxxas sledge

[@PhillyDee215]

Great comparison👌i just bought my kraton 6s blx v4. Love it💯

[@Scoodee17]

Just out of curiosity why dint you get the exb version

[@PhillyDee215]

@@Scoodee17 based off reviews, the kraton 6s blx was the better option 👌

[@Scoodee17]

@@PhillyDee215 I did want the exb myself but maybe I should look more into it then 👍

[@chrischupp9760]

Put different center diff fluid in and the kraton launches like its crazy which is nice

[@rossrukke4673]

Thank you man, such good info! These are the 2 I've been battling which one to get and you gave really direct and thorough explanations and instructions on how to fix either 1 I'm very well I'm glad I subscribed.

[@vonclod123]

I had to make this choice, I missed having my old revo, so revo it is! I love the tech of the e revo

[@veteranresist5760]

I bought both. I prefer the Kraton but the E-Revo is still a lot of fun

[@MarcosGonzalez-hb5rv]

Veteran Resist what do you like more about the Kraton vs the e Revo ? I’m looking into getting one of these stuck on these 2

[@deadzone3125]

@@MarcosGonzalez-hb5rv I had a meet-up with some RC enthusiasts and one of them had the E-Revo he ran it on 4S and that thing was a beast in someone lent him to 3's batteries cuz we all wanted to see what it could do and it was crazy fast . He had a big yellow spoiler on the back and that literally became the wheelie bar

[@MuhdFeroz]

Am i the only one who loves seeing the revo going up the curb ? It kinda like slithers up haha i love seeing it

[@anythinguploads2161]

Wish you made this video with closed caption. So I can turn off the music and still get the good info. The music why?

[@JayTeeRC]

Thanks for posting this!!

[@scottguy28]

I had never had a kraton..but i have the new revo 2.0..and this thing is a beast it lays down raw power..i havent had ne issues yet

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Truth. -Brett

[@benlyons7752]

I personally chose the erevo. Looked at both. Great video

[@Jsbs1991f]

They both look awesome, I would choose the e revo 2.0 since I already have traxxas batteries for it, and love the way it looks.

[@firasoji304]

Do you have a tutorial to install the diff fluid?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

No we don't, but that's a good video idea. Maybe I can help you swap out the fluid? It's pretty easy. -Brett

[@firasoji304]

@@AMain_Hobbies ok, but i havent actually bought a kraton yet, still have to save up some more. :) Thanks for the offer though. But itd be great if you made a video on it so i have it for the future. :)

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Ok, I made a note to add that to the list! -Brett

[@firasoji304]

@@AMain_Hobbies nice, ill keep that in mind once i buy one. Although i might get a mojave. Which is better value for a 6s, kraton or mojave?

[@MikeLaRock88]

Nice review. Just turn the music down. What's the name of the track btw??

[@jeremybaxley5848]

If the E-Revo 2.0 is like the E-Revo then you can run it on one battery if you change the way the wires are in the plug. I've done it several times in my E-Revo.

[@rccosplay3249]

I got the e-REVO 2 but I'll agree both look and PERFORMANCE MUST BE AWESOME! 👍💖✔

[@jotcw81]

Great video. You covered some aspects that no one else mentions. subbed.

[@danialphaomega]

I have the full size EREVO 2.0 I done some suspension work like a lil lift, heavier springs, limiting straps, center diff grease as traxxas skimps out on it. Motor cooling fan, front and rear lights, and the MAX wheels(I machine some titanium hex nuts) also I installed the telemetry systems pack, heavy DUTY servos, A-arms, sealed ceramic bearings, heavier AWG & terminal to battery wire cables and speed controller,. Next I am prototyping a wireless camera to send a video live feed via wifi to my phone so I can record and have a point of view.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Nice! Sounds like some fun and fast R/C FPV using the E-Revo 2.0! Good luck when you're wheeling down the street. -Brett

[@shawnouellette767]

Can we get a new comparison video?

[@ReeceTarpley]

I have both trucks, and both trucks are great. However, I find myself using and enjoying the Kraton a lot more.

[@marusha69]

Like after 48 secs....IMHO forward thinking of doing reviews! Thanks dude!

[@stewsr.c8878]

Great video thanks for the time you take to show us all these neat differences. I enjoyed the music it gave a neat hobbyist feel to the video. 👍 from STEWS R.C

[@grege2383]

The Kraton is also good for running over the Senton 6S as a buddy found out the hard way when he was talking about outrunning me then stopped behind me.

[@blackbirdrc8348]

The Kraton has been fun but I think i'm going to sell it and graduate to a Tekno now ;)

[@RCBASHERTRUCK]

Couple up grades and the kraton is bullet proof. I snapped a pin in the diff and an axle shaft at the bmx track but other than that it's a tank m2c chassis is next on the list

[@blackbirdrc8348]

Man i just recently had to choose between these 2 and had to go with the Kraton. I've owned 8 Traxxas vehicles throughout my time in the hobby and had to switch it up! With all the positive buzz surrounding Arrma and the Kraton in general i'm pretty excited to bust open the box! Picked up a fresh 6s pack and i'm itching to pull that trigger. Gotta wait til xmas though lol. It's nice to see Pro-line and Jconcepts coming out with bodies for the Kraton and I hope they don't stop there. Man this hobby is a sickness i'm already thinking about whats gonna come after the Kraton. UDR? Baja Rey? Hmmmmmm.... lol. Keep up the good videos man and have a Merry Christmas!

[@collinallen5356]

great video! 1 of my favorite comparison videos I have watched 👍. I didnt mind the music, but it was to loud

[@St3_yo]

Good video. Pretty sure if someone owns either of these monsters, they'll be driving with a big smile on their face. Nonetheless, when comparing two products, don't you have to take cost into account? Sure prices change but I'd be okay if comparison reviews said "as of right now this retails for X and this for X." to help people get a better gauge between the two.

[@ReadySetRC]

Nice video. Would love to have seen more bashing comparison but great comparisons nonetheless. 👍👍

[@truth654567]

Great work on the comparison. Thanks

[@mifo2000]

i have a few traxxas 1/10 cars but just bought the Kraton EXB paired with a a castle 1717 and mumba monster 8s esc, If i could upgrade the e revo i would have but its not possible

[@zzBloodzz]

got them both and love them both!!!!

[@zzBloodzz]

AMain Hobbies I would switch when I went out but now got enough batteries to bring both😁. Great videos bro!!

[@Blueknight1960]

I'd say something about the music but it's already been said but I will say this, it has that Cinco de Mayo feel to it.

[@CodySmiley]

If they were almost identical back then, is Kraton v5 better now?

[@joshhancock9735]

How is using such a thick oil in the center diff that it’s like the diff isn’t there... a good thing?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

It's a good thing if more wheelies and aggressive power delivery are desired. -Brett

[@jervindevjebasingh6089]

Can you differentiate between the traxxas e revo 2.0 and the traxxas e revo brushless.

[@mikecarr2085]

Of the two trucks which would you say is the most durable out of the box? Great video!

[@Bigchiefrob101]

I wish Arrma would make a 1/5 scale Monster truck with like 3 inch ground clearance. Just a beast to beat the XMAXX.

[@The-Jokes-on-You]

Good info! Nice comparison 👍👍👍

[@Barsabus]

Good luck finding parts for arrma cars in 5 years

[@beasterbunny4836]

Barsabus yeah about that

[@kimjong1958]

Why do we need luck for that?

[@ELValenin]

I don't think they will discontinue the 6s line

[@HamsterSparkles]

Amazing comparison bro well done! the problem is that I cant make up my mind which one to get 😂

[@loose-hotline5026]

Dosnt the self right thing strip out the transmission tho… it dose on my 2wd stampede… Ik it’s 2wd so it has a lot more stress on the transmission but wouldn’t it still strip even if it’s 4wd

[@paultro8457]

Kraton uses 100k CST in the center, 10k front and rear.

[@kaizen7852]

Hello very helpful info on the Kraton one Question please the 1M diff oil you changed in the front, or center diff? or both ? hope I get an answer thank you so much

[@paultro8457]

Gabriel Abdo 1 million in the center diff to distribute power better and to keep the front tires from ballooning.

[@kaizen7852]

thanks for the reply Paultro 84 can you link me website where can buy it ?

[@hilbilydru]

No it does not, it uses 10k in all three diffs.

[@paultro8457]

Daedalus dude, read the manual. I just had it out. 10k front and rear, 100k center. I just put 1m in my center diff.

[@itsmeericb]

Love this jam, can you turn it up a little bit more. 😄

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Huh? -Brett

[@itsmeericb]

@@AMain_Hobbies It was a joke because of the loud music. haha

[@AMain_Hobbies]

@@itsmeericb I know! I was just messing with you, pretending I couldn't hear over the music :) The volume was awful in this video but we've since learned. -Brett

[@itsmeericb]

@@AMain_Hobbies Ahhhh gotcha! Hahaha!

[@gonehuntn3261]

I have a rather unrelated question. Why is the transfer case on an RC always referred to as a "center diff"?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

I think mainly because it's just a differential, same as used in the front and rear gearbox. A rear car uses a transmission to delivers power to a transfer case which then distributes power to the front and rear gearbox. In an R/C car that uses a center diff, usually the power plant is directly driving the center diff with no transmission. In some rock crawlers though use a transmission with a front and rear output, directly driving the front and rear. In some other rock crawlers, the transmission has only one output driving a transfer case, that then drives the front and rear, but there is no slip or diff action. This design is probably more for looking "scale realistic" but mechanically, it adds an extra driveshaft, gears, parts and weight, basically more complexity and failure points. With these little cars being so mega powerful when compared to real vehicles per power to weight, less complexity the better. That's my 2 cents at least. -Brett

[@valkyrievillage3673]

Should I buy a kraton or revo or just go Xmaxx, thoughts

[@pricerc4681]

Can you run one 3s lipo in the kraton,I do have two 3s lipo batteries but I was just wondering if you can only run one,thanks

[@AMain_Hobbies]

I thought it would, but after double checking Arrma is saying either 4S or 6S only. -Brett

[@pricerc4681]

@@AMain_Hobbies thanks sir,for sure I will run both my 3s lipos,they are traxxas batteries from my x maxx but I have the adapters to fit the kraton

[@drestarss]

Great Comparison,the erevo maybe looks better but i went to the kraton and bought one yesterday, why? first i save 130 euro,second,Arrma is way cheaper and i think the kraton is more durable than the erevo, i like to see a durability test between these cars? the new erevo 2.0 uses plastic gears and push rod ends and weak servo's. the kraton diff oil is to thin but i ordered 500k fluid for the center diff en wheeliebar also ,like to upgrade so you can make it to your own taste i want to pop wheelies out the kraton, which oil i will buy for front and rear?

[@yakanies]

Technically you're saying the new Revo 2.0 is better than the Kraton..

[@richduperbash2966]

WILDCAT R/C maybe if you want to traction roll instead of drift doing high speed bashing 😨. Traxxas is attempting to compete with Arrma. The true test will be performance and durability under extreme use. That's where weak points and poor design become most evident. 🤔😎💪👊👊

[@arjunsomnali3996]

Rich Duperbash yes, Kraton is made of macdonalds ketchup packets while Revo is made of carbon fiber and quality bearings

[@stpbasss3773]

@@arjunsomnali3996 I thought Traxxas was made by Carl's Jr.

[@AM-wi6zo]

@@richduperbash2966 You just said traxxas is trying to compete with arrma. Lol that is funny, but its the other way around kid. Traxxas outsells every body and its not even close.

[@richduperbash2966]

@@AM-wi6zo I'm not talking about sales. Everyone knows they lead the pack. I'm talking about durability for harder bashing. Not saying Traxxas doesn't have some great designs, great marketing, and unreal parts availability, just not my first choice for high speed regular hard bashing. Buy what you think works best. To me it's about value and finishing runs with minimal breakages. My play money is better spent elsewhere. 👊

[@HarmonicaAl]

Hello,what would runtime be for these trucks? Thanks

[@00prtnfn]

How do I find the right battery's for my e revo.

[@jarodreddig63]

Great video man

[@andyb7337]

My Kraton did the same. Pizza cutter front wheels. It did not have the torque the revo does. Also you can't find parts for the Kraton stuff like any traxxas car..

[@mjethier]

wonder how long till the erevo ate its own diffs. I have a shelf queen I refuse to take out anymore. It ate diffs in 10 minutes. Even when I had full metal cases etc built by someone a lot better than me.

[@darrellroireau4061]

Great vid! I love my Kraton! I was.thinking of getting outcast wheels/tires for mine But I do use my car on pavement a lot so the regular ones are decent and cam handle the dirt. Good review especially the diff weight. Cheers!

[@GreatLakesRC]

So it basically comes down to spare parts then. I know that many of the Arrma parts are compatible across their 1/8 scale line. Is Traxxas the same way? Nice video, seems like you had a great time testing both trucks 👍 The Kraton is very versatile and can be tuned many different ways. I dont see the e-revo as having as many tuning options, I could be wrong though...

[@francamascetti4606]

6.35 minute subtitles are interrupted .... can you fix it? I'm very interested in this review thank's for your job

[@Stay-vigilant]

I connected my headphones so I can read the comments to a chill beat 😆

[@awproductionsca]

Nice video. You should talk about parts availability and durability. Arrma looks stronger but Traxxas has better parts support.

[@PopExpo]

Is Traxxas gonna update the e revo anytime soon?

[@ChrisHirner]

great vid but bit its like the band is playing you off at the emmys when you go on too long. prolly gonna get an erevo. got a rustler and xmaxx guess i need the in between

[@beasterbunny4836]

Chris Hirner what’s nice about the erevo and the xmaxx share many of the same gears, so if you break a spur gear for the erevo and you have a spare for the xmaxx, it will fit

[@Ohlavracvsk]

I dont understand english. Anybody can say me who win in this comparision?

[@rtrrc4594]

Thank alot buddy

[@puddamanna]

Scusa ma la musica del tuo video e troppo alta.

[@72nivo]

Nice comparison !!! I’m keen to try the one million weight fluid now 😁 Here’s me thinking 100k was thick 👍🏻👍🏻😎🤟

[@STEVOD313]

My v3 kraton is a erevo killa!

[@richduperbash2966]

Steve Declark best 500$ ever spent.😎💪👊👊

[@beasterbunny4836]

yeah good luck with that

[@brettskinner5824]

NOW I know your a lier!! E Revo all the time!!

[@PURP0225]

Would love to see what I would be able to do to my traxxas rustler vxl 4x4

[@Bosstaudio]

On the Traxxas website it labels the E-Revo at 1/10th scale. From all I can remember its 1/8th. I think you may have gotten it wrong.

[@BlvlWmpower]

Adorable Erevo 😜