Reddit reviews Redcat Racing Volcano EPX - 4WD Monster Truck - 1/10 Scale - RTR - Red
We found 2 Reddit comments about Redcat Racing Volcano EPX - 4WD Monster Truck - 1/10 Scale - RTR - Red. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.
4WD Monster truck w/ Large monster truck tires, Lightweight molded plastic chassis, (8) Aluminum capped oil filled shocks, front and rear gear differentials.Tunable suspension, Adjustable ride height, Tunable shocks, Tunable gear differentials, Adjustable camber, Adjustable toe angle.Aggressive tires, Independent suspension, Low center of gravity chassis for high speed performance, Ball bearings throughout.19T brushed 550 electric motor with heat sink, Waterproof ESC, Waterproof high torque steering servo, 2.4GHz radio system.Assembled & Ready to Run - Includes 7.2V 2000mAh NiMH Battery & NiMH Charger - Requires 4-AA Batteries for Transmitter. Please contact Red Cat Racing for troubleshooting issues & other product working related queries at 602-454-6445 or [email protected]
Ideally, you’d want to save up a little bit. But here are some low buck recommendations that include everything you need (radio, batteries, charger).
Arrma Granite Voltage
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07846P1Z7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ECIwDbHKM2S6D
ECX Amp (only available in store)
https://www.hobbytown.com/ecx-amp-1-10-rtr-2wd-monster-truck-ecx03028t1/p464497
Redcat Volcano
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HVBVNVG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_DFIwDb7VAJA7V
Traxxas Rustler
https://www.hobbytown.com/traxxas-rustler-1-10-rtr-stadium-truck-blue-tra37054-1-bluex/p845542
You probably need a 1/10 scale or a 1/12 scale if you want to do any grass-type driving. Monster trucks have the best clearance.
To save on money, you'll probably want a 2wd vehicle, which will put you in the market for anything around $100-$200 new. Don't be afraid to buy used, especially if they package chargers and batteries in for a low price. Just don't go buying overpriced used traxxas trucks, I've seen a truck that goes for ~4-500 new up for sale on craigslist for $800+ because of "upgrades." It's not worth it, especially for a child.
If you have amazon prime, Redcat Racing is a (relatively) cheap R/C car, and it has great parts availability (2 day shipping on everything, as far as I can tell. Great for minimizing downtime if something breaks.) If you're not interested in modding it, it should be fine. Just realize that since it's a cheaper brand, there might be some... abnormalities.
For transparency, here is an amazon review on the 1/10 scale Redcat Blackout short-course truck. In general, the short course truck doesn't have the best clearance, but excels in handling. I would still recommend a monster truck, especially if you plan on running in grass. Redcat has a monstertruck, the Volcano, for $140. They also have a 1/18 scale version, and allegedly they do alright on grass, but I'm not certain.
To sum up, Redcat has some cheap trucks that are of better quality than toy grade, and probably the lowest prices out there. Of course, other Hobby Grade R/C cars will be of even better quality. I highly recommend a 1/10 scale or 1/12 scale toy car, but you could probably make do with a 1/18 scale, so long as it is a monster truck with good ground clearance.
P.S. You will probably be buying an extra battery and/or replacement charger, because what comes with these RTR kits is kinda trash. You can get something like this for <$20 to charge your batteries, just make sure it is made to take your battery chemistry. Or you can get a multiple-battery-chemistry charger, and not worry about it, but they cost you at least double the price. Again, do some research on battery chemistry, performance, safety, and charger price before buying them. I personally trust Duratrax Onyx chargers, but if you're getting a cheap charger you can obviously go off-brand. The specific charger I use is the Onyx 235, which can handle NiMH, NiCD, LiPO, and (IIRC) LiFE batteries with no problems.