Vanquish VS4-10 Phoenix Ready To Run - AMAZING VALUE!

[@Horror-cow]

I'm impressed with vanquish. I never thought I'd see this day. Best bang for the buck. Congrats to everyone that made this happen. Even harley.

[@aegixxer1]

First VP shows RC4WD how to do a mystery box, now they're going for the throat of the RTR market. This already has my vote for RTR of the year. Well done Vanquish!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Agreed!

[@lstruggy]

I’m torn between straight or portal w this vs10 I’m a casual crawler which one? help!

[@aegixxer1]

@@lstruggy check out the new Fordyce. Portals are nice for extra ground clearance but that Fordyce is super planted. Selectable overdrive and dig on the Phoenix are neat features but add complexity and weight. As much as I love my portal Phoenix, I would have probably gone with the Fordyce if it had been available first. You really can't go wrong with either one.

[@jtmarshall]

​@aegixxer1 I'm torn between a scx10 lll or a phoenix.. I'm hoping to do some crawling and some truck pulls.. Idk if that overdrive transmission will be good for pulling or be its weakness.. Plus we are weight limted at 8 pounds for pulling

[@rcdriver]

Awesome video Sir! Had a blast with mine. I’ll be back again this evening to watch your amazing action footage a second time! 😄

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks buddy!

[@crawlerballer]

An RTR?! Finally! Now, if they’d try dipping into 1:24 scale my life would be literally perfect 😊

[@user-st8ny6pi2d]

Don't, please I'm already broke lol

[@matusknives]

Furitek Cayman could fit the bill.

[@auggysimcity]

No no no no no

[@GrimJerr]

Now there is an RTR I can recommend to anyone wanting to get into RC crawling and be sure they will be having a blast. Building and driving a Vanquish has been nothing but joy for me, and now those who don't want to Build it first can discover what the rest of us have been raving about. More Vanquish products out on the rocks is only a good thing. Congrats Vanquish you have raised the bar for RTR and it's going to be tough for anyone to touch this for Quality or for Value. Ideal starter platform for anyone wanting to get into the hobby and not have to build a kit to get out and start having fun !

[@scalebuildersguild]

Couldn't agree more!

[@thorno7739]

For the price you can't go wrong. Agreed on the best rtr on the market Well done Vanquish 👏

[@SyntheticCompany]

Finally, S80 shocks that leak from the factory! Now all those guys on the FB groups can't blame me anymore hahah. JK, love you Vanquish! Great looking truck, I'm so happy for VP this is a big deal and will likely help a lot of new customers get into the world of Vanquish Products products.

[@ashleyconnelley1856]

Vanquish is such an outstanding company. Always great people to deal with

[@scalebuildersguild]

Agreed... except for Josh 😂

[@ashleyconnelley1856]

Lmao

[@christophertyler3248]

I actually bought the gray RTR yesterday. From my local hobby shop. Truly amazing and the price is right in the sweet spot. For all that comes with the rig and for the capabilities for down the road.

[@lstruggy]

Updates? I was getting ready to pull trigger on JL rtr gladiator axial them I saw this video and I’m pausing everything now

[@fss5678]

Absolutely the best rtr crawler in the market right now 👍👍

[@scalebuildersguild]

Couldn't agree more!

[@troywilliams3535]

Yes will be here on the 12 it's pretty sweet seeing your channel on the box moving on up lol

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks!

[@hilltoprccrawlers1979]

As usual, Vanquish raises the bar of the RTR world. Looking at you Axial and Element. ;p

[@maxwell5428]

I thought element was doing okay with the enduro sport. I was considering it for my next purchase in the future.

[@orincamp8659]

always have been and always will take a kit vresion over a RTR. but im glad they came out with a RTR version for the ones that are not builders so they can enjoy the hobby aswell..Nice review as usual.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Totally agree!

[@fishnrc294]

Unfortunately for me a kit would take me as the say A Few Years Later😂 I’ve built up custom rigs but work & ice in general tends to get in the way. I’m one of the many that doesn’t get paid to play with RC’s. I was looking at getting the chassis kit then boom here it is. Already ordered the Gray one & have a Fusion Pro & metal beadlocks waiting.

[@VermontScaleCustoms]

Congrats to Vanquish Products Products for bringing their first RTR to market! If I weren’t so neck deep in getting ready for comping in Sept, I’d have to get one.

[@flintTC]

That’s damn cool. It’s a light weight version of what the kit is. For me that would be a great RTR too start with. So versatile and upgradable. The radio looks great for an RTR. Top notch I think. I myself don’t use the overdrive or dig so that’s perfect for me. Damn I think I just sold myself on it and need to buy one now.

[@scalebuildersguild]

It's a really good value!

[@michaeltrilck5680]

Thats it,mate! It runs perfect for a „RTR SWISS ARMY KNIVE“. Please make white crosses on both doors!👍😎And have daily fun… You CAN make it more expensive… but you don‘t have to. It allready drives good,as we have just seen. To have fun,thats the point…

[@MrSmith223]

I got one, over the months I’ve added the dig servo, a fusion SE, some dual stage foams and proline BFG Krawlers and some steel bead locks. It’s an awesome truck. I love the straight axles. It’s given the confidence to build a kit. So yes, RTR’s can lead someone into the hobby and make them a builder.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Very cool! Glad to hear it!

[@_Sphaxz_]

I never would have thought that I'd see this coming. Seems like a really good value too for the price

[@scalebuildersguild]

Totally agree!

[@Ruckus_Crawler]

Very cool! I'm a fan of RTR but when I eventually get a Phoenix I would like to build a kit but it is a great option to have out there no doubt. It was pretty impressive on those slippery rocks!

[@henrysimas4747]

the one thing I like about kits is that you learn how the truck works and goes together it make fixing that first breakdown that much easier to fix

[@antipodeanadventures6409]

A Phoenix is now a possibility at my house at that price. Always wanted one and that it is only $80 more than an electronics free kit makes it much more appealing. Great video again Matt, music was a good choice.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks! It's definitely a great rig and a fantastic price!

[@B_Skeen]

Nice! great value and the best RTR option out there. And if you upgrade the servo you could just re-purpose the stock servo to DIG or O/D.

[@jeremykindle9982]

I'm just getting into the hobby, my first was an scx 24 that I completely changed everything on. Now I want the Phoenix after watching this. Thank you love all the videos and information you give. SBG rocks.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Go for it! It's a great choice if you're just getting into the hobby!

[@rodblaine2514]

Last year, Vanquish was selling a straight axle raw builders kit for $279.99. Wish they'd bring that back.

[@MRR2RO91]

Im in the market rightnow and ive been watching vids for the past week and been bouncing around getting the Capra or the phenix and i decided to get the kit but im still not an expert on the electronics that was my only concern. But now that theres this RTR im thinking i might just go this route and skip the build in on my own sense it will come with electronics from them aswell i dont have to go out and just go by what you-tubers say. Its a awesome start for someone like me that wants in on the fun. Awesome

[@scalebuildersguild]

I think it's a great rig for people just getting into the hobby! Thanks for watching!

[@BULLMAN84]

Received mine yesterday. It being a straight axle will make me step out of my comfort zone. Can’t wait to run it, and I’m glad to finally get my hands on a vanquish.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Yay! Have so much fun with it this weekend!

[@JThelen1031]

This is an absolutely fantastic RTR offering. I'm not the target audience for it in the least; I love building my trucks too much to give that up, no matter how bad I am at building shocks. But for the folks who want a really capable, well made crawler in an RTR package, this is a fantastic kit to pick up.

[@scalebuildersguild]

I agree!

[@FreedomYak]

This put Vanquish back on my radar although building them to me is actually more fun than running them so there’s that… Is it just me or are those foams a little narrow for those Falkens? They seem to wrinkle and then hold that wrinkle, I was sure you were going to have a blowout at any moment🤣. That gray Phoenix is staring me deep in my soul… Guess I could always take it all apart and build it again.

[@DoubleClutchProductions]

Man Vanquish with another win!

[@andyb9994]

I actually like the tires on a dry day, I did put a 2 in 1 Hobbywing system and that made a huge difference!!!!! It's my everyday crawler with a few different sets of wheels and tires!!!

[@matbrown160]

I've built a lot of trucks and had a lot of Vanquish Products, products. The one thing that is really pushing me to buy this over the kit is the radio. Usually that is the first thing to go, and this one having so many channels for the other servos is a huge savings to me and makes the RTR platform really worth looking at IMO.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Great point!

[@CharlieFultonSC]

Love it when you laugh at your self. Great video as always.

[@ZippoMan18]

My step-dad just ordered one in red yesterday. The hobby shop here in BC, Canada didn't have any in stock but he really wants this one as he has no RC skills and wanted a great RTR. I always love watching your videos and reviews! Good job Matt! Oh and it was always great to watch when you were live streaming with the EVGA guys!!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Great choice for him and I hope he likes it!

[@JeffSmith-pr1st]

I’m a huge fan of the RC kits. When you get to put one together you get to know that vehicle way better than if buy an RTR. I love building my own!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Agreed, but RTRs are great for newbies or just want to get out and drive!

[@John.lakesrc]

I hope this is readily available in the UK, I was going to buy another Element next but I think this is a massive game changer. All the other big rc companies are surely going to have to look at their prices, because this thing is going to sell big time.

[@crashtestdummy27]

Don't expect to get any change from £600 with the current exchange rate, shipping and import duty. Still worth buying over a Trx-4 though Imo. Love my Phoenix portal kit 👌

[@Macondray17]

Alright! I love to see Vanquish making moves!

[@mitsuman5555]

Neat release, but really I'm just here to see the cold open (like usual) 😄 edit: having finished the video, for an RTR the tires and transmitter are particularly nice!

[@bacongl]

I have been planning on getting the straight axle kit for awhile now. I cant believe how great of a value this is. What a great price. Also, love that color. Looking at y0u Josh >.>

[@scalebuildersguild]

😂

[@ashleyconnelley1856]

I’m gonna buy my son a grey one just because. We already own several vanquish trucks.

[@rcmakingtracks18]

Great video Matt, and nice to see a review before any upgrades. Excellent stuff from vanquish, um just maybe another to add to the collection. Thumbs up...

[@scalebuildersguild]

I always run everything stock. How can you possibly give people a proper baseline if they're going to change it from stock!? Thanks for watching!

[@MrBratius]

If they had offered this 3 months ago...I would have bought one. That being said, I love building my RC cars. I have 2 Vanquish trucks and love them both.

[@DESOUSAB]

Your driving vids always bring me back to when I lived in the Beach and would walk down to Queen through the ravine. Wish I had been into RC back then. Gorgeous truck - may be my first Vanquish...

[@scalebuildersguild]

Toronto's a pretty great city, that's for sure!

[@forrestcrabbe]

Way back in 2012, when i first got interested in rc crawlers, i said my first and most likely only 10th scale crawler would be an axial scx10 of some sort.that has stood true until today. I've still never bought a 10th scale crawler yet and now it's not likely to be an axial when i do 🤘y'all have a badass day🤘🍻🤘 Edit: sorry for that horrible sentence structure 🤷‍♂️😁🤘🍻🤘

[@scalebuildersguild]

This is definitely a good choice 🤘

[@forrestcrabbe]

@@scalebuildersguild yeah i agree, it's a solid truck. The rtr electronics look to be well above any other rtr offering. I still like axial, but it's time to branch out my brand loyalties, methinks 🤘🍻🤘

[@Crs-King]

...portals are like training wheels. - SBG 2023 - AMEN!🙌

[@natedawg5150]

Finally a rtr from vanquish 😊

[@matusknives]

... "portals are like training wheels" ... that belongs on a T-shirt. My impression is - this goes in a similar direction as the Furitek Cayman. Great working chassis with good radio with a place-holder body focused on performance in a RTR package. Makes sense to me.

[@davehughes2687]

I've just ordered one of these In red!!!.. looking forward to it!!!...yay..

[@scalebuildersguild]

Enjoy! It's a great choice.

[@ashleyconnelley1856]

I think it’s great. This is just an awesome truck in so many ways

[@scalebuildersguild]

It sure is!

[@michaelwarner5721]

Ordered one. Should be here Tuesday!! First Vanquish. Cant wait

[@scalebuildersguild]

That's great! Have fun with it!

[@Mr.NiceGuy80]

Man, skookum as frig. Might be next on my list of RC purchases. It's just excellent.

[@coreycodling6661]

This is the one that will finally make me pull the trigger on a vanquish! Great job

[@scalebuildersguild]

Good choice and have fun!

[@fishnrc294]

Oh I will be consuming Vanquish products for sure. I was looking at various new releases thinking about which one I may get & them this came out. Game over Vanquish will get my $$$.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Good to hear! I think you'll really like it!

[@Stempy]

Holy crap... I just ordered my first 1/10 crawler, only ever had 1/24. Phoenix RTR in Gray is on the way! You pushed me to pull the trigger over a TRX4. Gah! Nervous!

[@brianellison3525]

You don't happen to know where it's being assembled, do you? Good unboxing vid. I'm glad you focused on the finish out parts vanquish used. Personally? Not for me. I'm a builder. But seems to be a good starting point for sure. I've bought 9 vanquish trucks. This will be the first one I pass on. Hope you all are well. Have fun 🙂

[@juniorfenelon5251]

I just bought one, because of You. Waiting for it to arrive.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Great choice! I hope you like it!

[@microrigs]

The radio is a rebranded Turbo Racing P52, you can get one from China for about 40 bucks. It's a great radio, all the relevant specs are there (even expos and others!)

[@floater89]

Literally was looking at the kit versions dreading having to build because I've never built a kit before. Was wishing for an RTR version and now it's reality. Will definitely be my next purchase.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Right on! Go for it!

[@dennychaput4689]

Just before the run video Ended you passed up a beautifully challenging tree that needed climbing. Love this RTR , longtime Element Fan fan ‼️

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks 👍

[@joshcummings6642]

Yes cause as a beginner in the hobby rtr has appeal. Once I get into this more I'd love to build. That's the goal for me. Making things uniquely mine

[@scalebuildersguild]

Totally agree!

[@pwrofgrayskull]

Awesome running footage showing the RTR capabilities. Well done, you never disappoint. 👍✌️

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks 👍

[@HoundStuff]

Nice review and video, Matt! Sweet to see this new offering.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks!

[@offroad1911]

These are definitely perfect for that beginner that wants to get started in the Hobby and wants something that has quality parts and room for upgrades later down the road. I like how they put their price point just below the competition (Axial, Traxxas) but I think they still would have a good selling platform at $499 if they would have included the 1080 instead of the 1060. Just my two cents. Lol

[@chilinonadrtroad2737]

Moosejaw must be getting tired of painting by now keep it up buddy Josh is depending on you

[@pwrofgrayskull]

Did not think I’d ever see the day Vanquish was selling an RTR. Wow. 😮

[@joshuacook1977]

Vanquish has always been on my radar and I will hopefully have several some day, but I just can't pull the trigger on it yet due to the cost. I'll just have to get by with poor man rc's for now!

[@Minijuice24]

Nearly bought a base camp (first dip into 10th scale), but after finding out about this the Vanquish is well worth the extra $90 US. Easy choice!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Great choice and I hope you enjoy it!

[@auxil47]

SOLD, this video nailed it for me.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Enjoy it!

[@jamiepetrakovitz4238]

Dude! You always have killer jams in your vids!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks!

[@briang.sherwood7518]

Nice Review, Nice to see Jewelry was not included!

[@davidball.]

It’s great value for what you get, but it’s still extremely expensive. Enough said I would buy one as soon as I can pull more funds together.

[@scalebuildersguild]

If you like the features of the Phoenix, but the aluminum of the ultra, add the VFD twin to the Ultra!

[@davidball.]

@@scalebuildersguild I’m in Australia too. So they come with a pretty hefty price

[@sharkusd]

Awesome, the red pops out

[@isaiahfurrow7414]

All my crawlers are on separate radios.... so I think I really like this option... might finally end up with a Phoenix this summer

[@scalebuildersguild]

Enjoy!

[@44punisherable]

So basically vanquish is the new axial because they give you bead locks instead of worthless glued wheels which really are used for racing

[@kirkmurray5431]

Just got this truck & haven’t had a chance to take it out . I enjoyed your review on it .

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks for watching!

[@robbinthehood94]

Sweet! Know what I’m asking (getting!) for my birthday 🎉🎉🎉!!!

[@averagecarguy961]

Awesome truck!!!!! I can’t wait to get this!!! Super excited!!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@NoLifeRC]

I'm happy for the rtr I was looking forward to building one but not so much still needing the electronics still without knowing much and being new. I own a traxxas slayer pro 4x4 but wanted to get into crawling

[@scalebuildersguild]

This is great for newbies! Thanks for watching!

[@juliuscampbell8606]

Now make one in 24th scale .But yes this is very nice and on the top of my list for rtr rightnow.

[@insanemadmanroom2299]

i love kits i love to build them just keeps us folks who like to build them available.😁🙏

[@arthopfer]

Well I just found my new favorite rtr to recommend to people wanting to get into the hobby. Sorry traxxas.

[@scalebuildersguild]

It's really great!

[@rcgoodtimes6657]

Gotta admit traxxas had a really good run, hopefully we see a straight axle rtr with a new (hard?) body from them soon!

[@arthopfer]

@@rcgoodtimes6657 or a portal Phoenix rtr.

[@Martin.Kefauver]

Just a heads up if you plan to buy this RTR. Mine and others have from factory a clicking sound from the gearbox. Contacted Vanquish about it and they had no idea, just asked me to take apart the transmission. Not a big deal perhaps but this should have been found in their QA process i think.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Good to know!

[@americanbigfoot7881]

I’m a big fan of VP but a couple of my buddies got the VS410 and they’ve had nothing but bad experiences. Missing parts and wrong parts were sent, one was even sent the wrong body for a completely different truck and then had to wait over a month to get the parts sent to them due to availability. And they both said their SCX10.2 performed better than the VS410 saying the VS4 was more prone to rollovers like if the chassis weight wasn’t balanced as good.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Interesting! I haven't heard this feedback!

[@americanbigfoot7881]

@@scalebuildersguild yeah I’ve heard mostly good things about the VS410. I’m actually trading one of my spare SCX10.2s for his VS410 (straight axle) so I’m going to give it a try for myself. Really enjoy the content my friend, my new SCX10 Pro will be here Thursday, looking forward to seeing what you do with yours!

[@kdog6626]

Just got my build kit two days ago and was planning on painting it red. Guess I know what it will look like now.

[@darylbarter9931]

I was wanting to get a straight axle ,looks like this is the way to go. all ready have a WOF to change out !

[@PeterCPRail8748]

Finally, took them a while to get here.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Better late than never! Good things take time! Worth the wait... and a bunch more clichés!

[@SlooDon]

Thanks Matt! Great Video as always……..👋

[@scalebuildersguild]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gatorrcgames]

Great video, like always man! I was just looking at the kit version yesterday at my LHS.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@fishnrc294]

I noticed that not a lot of stores currently have it. Amain had it so I wasted no time & ordered it. Should have it by the 15th

[@scalebuildersguild]

I hope you love it!

[@RCFIEND24]

I have a Axial MINI & a Traxxas MINI scale crawler. I dont want the same maker in a 10th scale crawler because im trying to have a variety. I wasnt happy with the Element too much but this seems great. Wonder if there are a lot of readily available upgrade parts for it .

[@scalebuildersguild]

Definitely buy the Phoenix... amazing kit!

[@Brap690]

That tech support you spoke of is definitely not there. QC was a long shot too. Remote I received channels 3 and 4 didn’t work and I got maybe 30ish mins on my truck before the trans quit working. Tech support was zero help thankfully amain came in clutch

[@thekracken4572]

The rear windows are hideous!! Lol. I'm impressed regardless!

[@thejeepinrealtor5742]

I’d love to be building kits - just not an option with current stage of life etc blah etc. Right hand often shakes and randomly momentarily loses strength causing fumbled and lost screws and all that. So it is just not as appealing a prospect as it once was unfortunately. So I love the rtr and artr offerings! And Rollers as well Especially a gem like this one! I was going to get one at the hobby shop yesterday but then saw the new ford truck trx4. What a looker! Looks much better than my k10. So I left undecided. I’ll be heading back up tomorrow to get it. I don’t need a 5th trx4. Ha. Now - red or grey 🤔🤔

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks for watching, and sorry to hear about your hand issues. I hope you like the VS4-10 and have a great time driving it!

[@BROtheBRAWLER]

that tires, dream

[@RC.Time-Crawlers]

Can't get by the fact it looks like a Lexan Toad 🐸. 2023 year of the Lexan "polycarbonate" 😉 Great review as usual. 👏

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks for watching!

[@LRCR]

That's a Awesome First RTR from Vanquish 😀👉 and really budget friendly too... 😆👉👉 Have you ever watched (Harley Designs) Josh's video's at 2x Speed 😂🤪😜😂 Nice Review Matthew 💯 ✌🤠👍 Having Fun Laughing Playing and RCing 🙏 Stay Safe and Play Healthy My Friend 🏁💯🏁

[@scalebuildersguild]

I'll have to try it!

[@JonnieB.]

I like the kit, the rtr is a nice package, but already having an RTR I would want to build my next RC

[@Basshertz13]

Very nice built product but I would expect nothing less from Vanquish and I believe that I would enjoy this truck with the limited spare time I have at the moment with my busy season here already I won’t get another break until about thanksgiving so no time for a lot of extra

[@scalebuildersguild]

Wow! No time off until Thanksgiving? That's insane!

[@lualrosaal]

Extra points for braving the weather to show us the Vanquish Phoenix in action. I already have the kit with portal axles on wide and narrow configurations so of course I need the straight axle one (DAH). I will try and pre-order one from your link here... And is it me, or is your red truck orange??

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thanks and I hope you like it!

[@Andy_C_aka_Cliff_McCrawl]

First RTR ever to come with better tires than the kit version?! 😂

[@scalebuildersguild]

Crazy, but true!

[@QuinnsRC]

To answer your question, I'm broke. LOL. This truck seems so amazing and wow, for dudes like me that hasn't learned to solder (I will), this is great!