The new Redcat 1/5th Scale Sand Rail

[j_cifelli]

Stick with the mt I own both mt and 2 x series I had to spend twice as much on upgrades to get my x series as reliable as my mt.... those tires will fall right apart they are the same ones from the xsc the bearings blow up all the time it got so bad I had to put a mt gear plate on my x series because when the bearings go they usually crack the flimsy plastic stock plate. Always was blowing bearing left in right and they are everywhere on those trucks. In the differential box I have blown bearings which lead to cracked differential boxes and ruining the internals of the differential those bearings are even what hold your cvds in place... I love the x series but they are so costly when it comes to working out all the weak spots... there are way to many issues that require adressing. Cool looking vehicle though

 

[Guest]

It's not always about what's most cost effective.

I'm glad it's based off of the x-series and not a new platform. It takes time before aftermarket upgrades become available.

 

[Stygian]

I wish it was based off the mt/TT but that's me the x series are cheaper but they seem to he made cheaper and shittier

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[j_cifelli]

Thats what I was trying to get at everything about them is cheaper... the plastic is flimsy the bearings suck etc... I would brake arms doing small jumps and small roll overs...I had to get aluminum arms and upper front and rear links to make the truck be able to withstand a rollover. Mt and tt are the way to go. Also I understand its good its based from x series because hop ups will be available but... should have used the mt or tt chassis with those thicker arms and better bearings. All around better design. I wish they still sold tts I want one lol. Bottom line through is you get what you pay for.

 

[Stygian]

I'm building a TT since they don't make them they are almost the exact same as the MT so the parts are easy to find

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[Guest]

The X-series is affordable to the masses. The MT is awesome and many people still choose the XT. I'm guessing the X-series is Redcats best selling 5th scale platform.

 

[j_cifelli]

Yea I agree I sell 1 mt to every 5 x series that I sell but the customers are often upset after the tires failing after 1 to two tanks of fuel. Then the bearings start going etc the few who buy mts from me don't come back no where near as much because of issues.

 

[BertR]

WOW! My x-series has been more reliable than any other RC I have owned and No I don't have a MT either. My X has hit concrete walls, buildings, launched off sand berms and flipped ass over tea kettle hundreds of times in the last year and few months of owning it. If you take the difference in cash that you would spend on a MT vs x-series and put it to gear plate, bearings and servo's you would be in good shape. Just my 2 cents

 

[kingpin]

any word on price and when it will be available?

 

[Guest]

Honestly I have not had any issues with mine either. I upgraded the bearing carriers and bearings, add adapters with wheels and tires, and throw on a belt drive before I ever run them. However, I do this to all my cats.

 

[Guest]

any word on price and when it will be available?

It will most likely be priced similar to the other X-series vehicles. It should be released late summer or fall.

 

[rcgasser]

Honestly I have not had any issues with mine either. I upgraded the bearing carriers and bearings, add adapters with wheels and tires, and throw on a belt drive before I ever run them. However, I do this to all my cats.

I have not had any issues with my X series either yes you do the upgrades of bearing plate and c hubs before I run them. Out of the box they are a faster and more nimbel RC then the MT or TT. The X series is way more popular selling then the MT I sell then about 8 X series to 1 MT. The more they stick with 1 platform the more an aftermarket will be able to make updates for.

 

[Stygian]

The sell more because they are cheaper not because they are better to me the x series are more compact

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[Guest]

The sell more because they are cheaper not because they are better

Correct. They are still a great deal for the price!

 

[Stygian]

Correct. They are still a great deal for the price!

Absolutely only thing that has gone wrong with my xb is the carb which isn't the x series issue and top front suspension arm broke due to hitting a brick wall at top speed lol

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[rampagemt]

Can't forget wheel bearing holder and gearplate tho great deal still imho

 

[MNRampage]

I'm liking the tire tread pattern the more I look at the pic.

 

[rampagemt]

Wonder if the tire foams are going to outlast the current x series tires

 

[Ebb75]

That is a nice lookin unit. To bad you cant get those wheels for the MT.

 

[kingpin]

It will most likely be priced similar to the other X-series vehicles. It should be released late summer or fall.

gives me enough time to save up for it, also RCDAD another kill switch will be on order once I get the new ride