Arrma Outcast 8s VS Traxxas Xmaxx 8s (FULL COMPARISON/BASH)

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  • Traxxas Xmaxx 8s VS Arrma Outcast 8s (FULL COMPARISON) Today we dive in deeper with our Xmaxx and Outcast 8s, go through the specs, rip up some dirt and of course put them through the ultimate test of durability and bash them at a skate park!
    Both of these RC trucks are 1/5 scale, 4WD, RTR, 8s capable rc's and arguably two of the best rc's on the market today! But which one should you buy? The Xmaxx or the Outcast 8s? That's what we try to answer for you in this video.
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  • @TheRcKiwis
    @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Get the Traxxas Xmaxx here 👉 bit.ly/3a54yzA
    Get the ARRMA Outcast 8s here 👉 bit.ly/3a9yaM9
    Get the Spektrum DX5 Rugged here 👉 bit.ly/2ZmZV1D

  • @pitbullrcltd6252
    @pitbullrcltd6252 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    you two always do a Gr8 job with your videos...... Ive been checking in on you guys from time to time to see what new RC you two are presenting now.... always excellent content.... Thank You.....

  • @rcmakingtracks18
    @rcmakingtracks18 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic video guys, watched it twice. Both rc's are epic... great job. Keep em coming. John

  • @eddieh9857
    @eddieh9857 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    KIWIS!!! miss you been gone for a while but im back and great vid! thanks !

  • @kevinporter
    @kevinporter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Been waiting for this video, great timing as always guys, keep up the great content🤟

    • @kevinporter
      @kevinporter 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Looking foward to the review on the rugged dx5 aswell looks sick guys

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers Kevin! Yes, it sure is a great radio! Review coming soon 😉

  • @anhex.5747
    @anhex.5747 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVING your videos! Informative yet entertaining.

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you 🙏🏽❤️

  • @HughsReviews
    @HughsReviews 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I got an XMAXX and for someone new to large RC’s that thing is so easy to work on and cheap to maintain. I highly recommend the XMAXX.

  • @johanels1733
    @johanels1733 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video guys thank you so much. This has definitely helped me make up my mind!

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad we could help! Cheers mate! 🍻

  • @robertsoneil83
    @robertsoneil83 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I put nuts on the thread on the camber links so now they can't push in because the nut stops it. I think the nuts are M5. You need 4 cw threaded nuts and 4 ccw threaded nuts. Cheap fix and I've never had a problem after doing that and it's been around 1 year now. M2c also do 7mm shock shafts. I've not tried them yet but when mine break I'll be upgrading to the 7mm.
    I love the comparison videos guys 👍🏽

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fantastic tip! Thank you for sharing!!🍻

  • @robertgardiner878
    @robertgardiner878 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the slow motion shots..thanks for the video..cant wait for the draco

  • @rcmakingtracks18
    @rcmakingtracks18 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video guys, thanks for sharing. Both are jaw dropping trucks. John

  • @Adrianpatto
    @Adrianpatto 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Overall a lot more punch in the outcast and was put through much more punishment IMO maybe not as cheap when looking for parts as the Xmaxx but if money isn’t a factor I go the outcast 100% for looks, Turning manoeuvrability and out of the box performance! But big thumbs up to the Xmaxx , it’s still a beast and is one of the top choices out there

  • @khyleebrahh7
    @khyleebrahh7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the channel you pair. Keep up the good content

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!! 🍻

  • @kahnmchugh9334
    @kahnmchugh9334 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing video guys!, it's always good when you guys upload :) joe, you definitely gave both of them cars hell, that skatepark is definitely going to claim some rc lives in the future haha

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Haha it sure is! Super fun with abit of rain to make it slippery too! 🍻

    • @kahnmchugh9334
      @kahnmchugh9334 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheRcKiwis haha, yea I mistoke you for DK

  • @RCKnockout
    @RCKnockout 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very Nice Video Guys!! I love seeing Head to Head Videos like this 👍

  • @chadbiermann3380
    @chadbiermann3380 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great comparison video!! I love your honest opinions. Keep the great videos coming!! 💯💯

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! 🍻

    • @chadbiermann3380
      @chadbiermann3380 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheRcKiwis Your welcome. I appreciate the time and effort you put into your videos!! 😉

  • @dirtyrivrc
    @dirtyrivrc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love my 8s X-Maxx. Other than driving it into the deck at about 40mph and creating 2 separate pieces. Clean break at the front bulkhead. Don't own any 8s Arrma vehicles but I like my Kraton 6s and love my Big Rock v3. I want a Mojave EXB. Maybe after the holiday season.

  • @steveblackbird
    @steveblackbird 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cheers for the video guys, epic comparison!! Some very tough testing too... Flat out over very rough terrain would kill a lot of RC's...
    Personally I love both brands and their cars, but the X-Maxx will be King for a lot longer yet.
    Ease of maintenance, Tough as nails and super fun to drive and takes a beating like no other.
    Only mods on mine are the RPM rear hub carriers, 50wt shock oil all round and the steering servo saver mod with a longer bolt and nut to keep the saver together. The rest is stock. I don't bash super hard but this thing is such a blast. All the electronics are stock too.
    Rumour has it that if you use really good quality lipos, the stock ESC is very reliable. Mines still going after 18 months, despite having a Max6 ready to go in lol.
    My steering servo is still stock and works great....

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thats awesome! Thanks for sharing Steve! It sure is a beast and likewise with our electrics, max6 ready and waiting 😅🍻

  • @davidmixon9696
    @davidmixon9696 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for comparison!!

  • @SYST3M_OVERIDE
    @SYST3M_OVERIDE ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don't have any experience with any 8S Arrma vehicles but I do with the Arrma Felony and X Maxx. I've ran my X Maxx into a light pole, had it cartwheel at least 40ft and only thing I damaged was the servo saver. I bent the aluminum chassis on the Felony when I crashed into a car tire at about 40mph. I'll take a plastic chassis over aluminum any day. Plastic flexes and can take abuse.

  • @rccandy
    @rccandy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Guys!!! 👍

  • @andrewnielsen4890
    @andrewnielsen4890 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you double check the droop setting screws on the Outcast and make sure it didn’t just have too much droop and pull the shock apart? I have a 8S XMAXX and a 6S Outcast which so far I like my XMAXX more.

  • @burn1gotbeats
    @burn1gotbeats 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    👏🏽those were some good jumps thumbs up. The Outkast’s is so heavy hitting the pavement from that high up idk looked like a good landing to me.

  • @EJ-74
    @EJ-74 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love them both but I'd have to go with the Outcast I feel it's a better racer and I'll m more of a racer Bashers should go with the XMAXX It is a beast very durable
    Great vid guy's 🔥👍✌️

  • @broken4999
    @broken4999 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video guys

  • @braco222
    @braco222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great videos guys! I have an X-Maxx and absolutely love it. Takes a brutal beating and just keeps on going. Can't go wrong with it :) Coming from a non Traxxas fanboy.

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much!
      Haha the x-maxx is always so much fun!! We love ours 😄 have a great weekend!!

  • @joshherrman3201
    @joshherrman3201 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I think you guys nailed it. I have 30+ cars in my collection. I personally like my arrma cars a bit more over the traxxas just because I feel like there is more options with them and they seem to handle better for me. With that being said all of my arrmas are absolute tanks. I think someone should own both!

  • @V8chump
    @V8chump 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    The plastic chassis really makes the xmaxx what it is. Reduces weight, which makes a huge difference when bashing, bends to reduce strain on parts and it’s much cheaper to replace if it does break

    • @doctajuice
      @doctajuice ปีที่แล้ว

      Best thing about Traxxas is that literally everything is cheap to replace except for the electronics which you want to replace with better value stuff when it does break. Almost every mechanical part is dirt cheap on almost every Traxxas model

    • @thehomefront1905
      @thehomefront1905 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@doctajuice I'm just getting into rc and want to buy an xmaxx, what is the best xmaxx, there seems to be different variations?

    • @thomaswalton9089
      @thomaswalton9089 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would choose a metal chassis over plastic any day

  • @darksunridah
    @darksunridah 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video but I have a question. Where did you get that thing you used to carry that Outcast 8s with I need that ASAP!

  • @jasontaylor6779
    @jasontaylor6779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great Vid. Looove my XMaxx and my mate loves his Arrma. Actually I love them both. They are both really awesome fun rigs. I really think the broken shock was bad luck. The landing looked ok. I think the thing that annoys me the most with the XMaxx is Steering servo and the fact the body pops off ALL the time in a stack.
    I only recently discovered you guys
    My next car will be a Felony (Some thanks to you two)
    Cheers from Brisbane

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, a bit of bad luck.. I also think it may have somthing to do with the fact the camber on that side was way off? But an easy repair! The felony is loads of fun! Just make sure you have the space to run it! 😅🍻

    • @V8chump
      @V8chump 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you reinforce your xmaxx body it shouldn’t come off anymore, new bodies don’t have the issue so much but once the body starts to crack and bend more during crashes easily they’ll start to pop off, my e revo body just recently started doing it after getting a bunch of rips 😅🥲

  • @iShootFast
    @iShootFast 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great vid - I’ve got both (well, Kraton EXB 1/5). I’m just a basher. Both are great, but I prefer the Xmaxx. Arrma has better electronics and Xmaxx is a better chassis / suspension , and cheaper parts. Xmaxx has better aftermarket support, though both are plentiful. Arrmas chassis bend.. even the EXbs. By the time you brace them up - it makes an already heavier truck a real piggie. Xmaxx plastic chassis is just rugged as heck , especially w/ threaded hinge pins and RPM carriers. I like the stance and the lcg of the Arrmas though. When I take them both neither disappoint and everyone comes home with a smile on their face no matter which they were driving. I wouldn’t give either up, but if I could only get one - Xmaxx by a hair.

    • @80KKA
      @80KKA 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you have any issues with the XMaxx overheating and you have to turn it off? Watched review by Thunder RC and he reckons to go with the Arrma Outcast instead as the motor and electronics is crap on the XMaxx.
      I was leaning more towards the XMaxx, but now I'm in doubt again.

    • @dualtrondreamteam6811
      @dualtrondreamteam6811 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      A honest arrma owner that's a rare thing!

  • @lexsteel12
    @lexsteel12 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You guys are absolutely correct, location, location, location. You need a big enough space to run these big RC'S. And when you have to preplan a day in advance for a location that makes you think 2/3 times before logging a heavy RC with you? Then yes, Traxxas X-Maxx would have to be most people's pick. And of course, parts availability and price is a huge factor as well. That being said, I personally have the Kraton 8S EXB. And parts are pretty expensive for it. And they are like attempting to find gold, pretty hard to come by these days.

    • @rcplayday7937
      @rcplayday7937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Parts are hard to find? Where do you live. They are readily available off the shelf in every hobby shop in my area

    • @lexsteel12
      @lexsteel12 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rcplayday7937 Hobby shops are next to none existent in my neck of the woods. We have, probably like two shops in the metro area. I live on the East coast. I usually buy online, not in shops. And while some parts are back in stock, other parts aren't. Is hit and miss when it comes to parts for the Arrma rigs. I recently checked on Tower Hobbies site, and the specific parts I needed are on back order. Like I said, hit and miss.

  • @Coyoterc1
    @Coyoterc1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thanks for the great review. I love driving rc in rain/water. Makes it so much fun sliding around. I don't have outcast 8s but I would think it would be easier to break compared to exb verison. Now for xmaxx and owning xmaxx for few days. its a beast. its big it feels like a monster truck and drives over anything. I love everything about xmaxx. did i say its big? haha carrying this thing is a workout (i'm start carrying a rope to pull it around haha) and barely fits in my mustang trunk. If i had to pick outcast 8s vs xmaxx for the price, xmaxx hands down! clipless body is just epicness (i hate clips i lose them all the time and the clip mounts break off, its annoying lol) and xmaxx super ez to work on. I would stay away from using xmaxx self righting imo. it tossed my pinon gear right out. haha but if you want to save some money and want smaller 1/8 scales instead. 6s outcast exb!. :D i hope yall get kyosho usa 1 soon! we would love a review! :D I'm look forward to yall rugged remote review. I been wanting to purchase one soon. :)

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank for sharing your experience with us! Doing some filming with the rugged today! 😉🍻

  • @dewaynebrown5983
    @dewaynebrown5983 ปีที่แล้ว

    I agree with your assessment 👍🏾

  • @reopru
    @reopru 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was great fun!

  • @ZozzlightsRC
    @ZozzlightsRC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For me the Xmaxx is the choice because where I live I can get Xmaxx parts easy and not really any shops for Arrma or they not have parts on shelf. I already have my Xmaxx half year ago. I spent 150$ on spares but never used them because nothing broke yet just an ESC fan :D

  • @davidmixon9696
    @davidmixon9696 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Def going for the outcast!!

  • @threefingeredrc
    @threefingeredrc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an amazing video. Just 💯 great.

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much 😀

  • @edwinwelch1272
    @edwinwelch1272 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    did you guys install the high speed in the Xmaxx or is it stock? every arrma i have had had broke. weak shocks and chassis. I have a Maxx and its taken a beating.

  • @ar12.
    @ar12. ปีที่แล้ว

    Dropped 2.5k au all up recently for x-maxx can’t wait to get it should be a good upgrade from my rustler 4x4 vxl.

  • @robertlongley9153
    @robertlongley9153 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The couple that bashes together stays together. This was a fun video very good side by side regular bashing session. But my XMAXX every day

  • @joelrcgarage3362
    @joelrcgarage3362 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anothet great and nice video Joe & Amber 🙂👌 Cheers! 🍻

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers mate! 🍻

  • @bassbro1
    @bassbro1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have had an xmaxx for over 2 years. I consider it my baby. I have put it through hell and back a few times. I'm upgrading it recently and I found the motor, where the wires entered, was broken. I could see inside, but that Valenion still ripped. After knowing how heavy the xmaxx is, I can't imagine carrying the outcast.

  • @88davidw
    @88davidw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant video guys! Xmaxx would be my choice.

  • @ericbrooks1562
    @ericbrooks1562 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great comparison. Beautiful smile. 👍

  • @sekoushumba8115
    @sekoushumba8115 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job

  • @donaldrowell5866
    @donaldrowell5866 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great I agree

  • @kramssog4362
    @kramssog4362 ปีที่แล้ว

    Buying an Outcast 1/5 tomorrow cant wait

  • @huntersrc9865
    @huntersrc9865 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent in air control

  • @MicheleTorbak
    @MicheleTorbak 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow, nice video!

  • @gsxrfun7774
    @gsxrfun7774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Cool review guys I’ll stay with my outcast exb 8s it’s a tank and takes crazy hard landings and bashing sessions :) Just wondering did your stock servo give out after a couple of runs I’ve seen on videos the stock servo or the esc or drivetrain give out kind of soon just wondering if that’s true!!!

    • @propphotographyaz9992
      @propphotographyaz9992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I also heard the xmaxx esc is weak and fails prematurely. I've had my outcast 6s for three years and still haven't broke anything. Suck on that Traxxas.

    • @xGR1MxREAPERx
      @xGR1MxREAPERx 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@propphotographyaz9992 that was the first batch couple Months of the new 8s when it came out years ago. It was also not super common as it seemed.

  • @hellorc7678
    @hellorc7678 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You said you would make the choice easier lol 😆. Have an xmaxx and want an outcast too!both awesome. Nice video!!!

  • @simonriseborough2732
    @simonriseborough2732 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Get yourself an Arrma Typhon TLR Tuned Roller OMG it’s amazing 🤩

  • @erikrunas226
    @erikrunas226 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How did the Arrma chassis hold up? Is it still straight?

  • @MechanicallyFun
    @MechanicallyFun 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice, I'll wait for kids to sleep first so I can watch it on the TV rather than on my 5 inch phone. This is big screen worth 🤣 thanks for the great content. Much appreciated 👍

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahaha that’s awesome!!! We enjoy watching TH-cam on the big tv too! Cheers 🍻

  • @djquiko
    @djquiko 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want both.

  • @rotten2209
    @rotten2209 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The Arrma might be quicker but Id bet that the chassis already has a warp in it after all that which is not a problem for the Xmaxx.
    Outkast looks "cooler" but the Xmaxx is the bash KING!

    • @inglewoodROCKY
      @inglewoodROCKY 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Definitely a traxxas fanboy🤣🥱

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We did check the chassis and still straight as an arrow! No warping that I can see with the naked eye anyway 😉

    • @paulclancy2404
      @paulclancy2404 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nah you have go stupid or be a bad driver and than it will bend , not everyone jumps beyond there skill limits but with xxmax you can and get away with more nose dive landings

  • @donbush9091
    @donbush9091 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool
    Great video
    You guys are beautiful together
    Keep finding the MAGIC
    thanks for sharing

  • @greymonleggomon1185
    @greymonleggomon1185 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey joe and Amber. I would like the traxxas as it defo is a better truck. I would go for the widening kit on it for that extra handling. Keep the great content coming

    • @michaelbryan4586
      @michaelbryan4586 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What are you talking about, the xmaxx isn’t “defo” a better truck and they don’t make a widening kit for it

  • @SpilledMilk888
    @SpilledMilk888 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a hoss now and want a Xmax should I do it?

  • @dirtyfingersninja
    @dirtyfingersninja 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great comparison, I don’t own either though.

  • @craigbu7755
    @craigbu7755 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love my xmaxx but you do need to change a few parts straightaway, the stock servo on mine lasted two sessions before stripping the gears but traxxas did me a set of metal gears instead of replacing the servo,i'd already upgraded to a 35kg servo and servo adapter by the time it arrived though so never fit it.Rpm hubs and hinge bolts are also a must as the stock bearings are too thin,I also fitted a max6 on the advice of other owners and you do need to upgrade the spur and pinion,I fitted gds hardened gears from Ali express.other than that just strengthen up the body with glass fibre tape and silicone and your good to go😊

  • @gonzodetroitify
    @gonzodetroitify 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a Radical show Rc🥝🥝’s absolutely well done🎯💥🎯🤤🤤

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!! 🍻

  • @jeromedaniels3914
    @jeromedaniels3914 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice guys👍🏾👍🏾

  • @CindyCThys
    @CindyCThys 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Outcast for me and do agree with your comments

    • @romeoraduu
      @romeoraduu 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Fairplay...respect

  • @williamoleary9330
    @williamoleary9330 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Went with the Xmaxx for the durability and the weight. But Traxxas has to do something about that steering servo. After only 6 runs and not abusing it in any way it just died. They sent me a new one at no cost, but you have to automatically get the upgraded one it seems. Just not right with how much it costs.
    Great comparison video….Thanks

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers for sharing William! Yeah, the Xmaxx should come with the upgraded servo they have to offer.. We have that in ours now

    • @jerryrocketandthegogogirls3517
      @jerryrocketandthegogogirls3517 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed. Also trying to understand how the xmaxx isn’t much faster than the arrma, on paper it should be

  • @jeremycravens6973
    @jeremycravens6973 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Look at that boy with them daisy dukes on!

  • @matthewcornett972
    @matthewcornett972 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Buy both. I did. Both are awesome

  • @Livlifetaistdeth
    @Livlifetaistdeth 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Both!

  • @austrianletsplay5798
    @austrianletsplay5798 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you compare the traxxas e-revo 2.0 with the arrma Notorious 6s blx

    • @donzokor5312
      @donzokor5312 ปีที่แล้ว

      E Revo is a completely different animal

  • @MrtipRC
    @MrtipRC 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video the Xmaxx is still king but the Exb Outcast 8s does seem to be more durable than the regular 8s Outcast 😁

  • @restinpiecesrc5528
    @restinpiecesrc5528 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Joe, i think youre right, the xmaxx through the video did look really sluggish especially compared to the outcast

  • @kenneth7197
    @kenneth7197 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just love watching the cars make jumps and spin outs on the smooth wet surface. And yes I own a Xmaxx.
    Also, what were you doing in Hong Kong?

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello! Yay! We are glad you liked the video 😊
      We were in Hong Kong for Joes job! (Airline Pilot) 😊🍻

  • @twrecks116
    @twrecks116 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Durability Test for Both Trucks! They are Tough!! Maxx i like a bit Better! The Maxx takes Jumps and Landings Good! Maxx seems Better out the Box. Great Comparison! I wish both were True 1/5 like the claim to be. The only True 1/5 Truck is the Losi 5t…the 1/5 King so far!

  • @jmoya780
    @jmoya780 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guys are awesome! But what’s your favorite 5th scale basher? Personally mine is my karton 8s. I Iove driving basically a tank That will destroy anything it runs into (including itself lol)

    • @dualtrondreamteam6811
      @dualtrondreamteam6811 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The arrma isnt 1/5 scale Arrma lie! And inflate their number to sell units! Dont be fooled

  • @insanemadmanroom2299
    @insanemadmanroom2299 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    They both are sweet

  • @theiceman1972
    @theiceman1972 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I Picked up the XMaxx 8s. Also have a Maxx.

  • @rpmspeedyblue
    @rpmspeedyblue 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m biased towards Arrma! Arrma may have some weakness but still a good choice 👍

  • @westtxgreg
    @westtxgreg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Xmaxx needs at minimum a different esc and spur gear out of the box. Shouldn’t have to do any upgrades on any car costing $1k usd. Not a fan of how easy the body pops off either. Those bigger sized cars are a blast though. Arrma is so heavy though it does break easier on huge air landings and crashes. Running either really hard expect to replace broken parts. I prefer the X-maxx overall especially after some tasty upgrades. Good video guys 👍🏻

    • @dandork20
      @dandork20 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Never understood why people replace the ESC, what's wrong with the stock one?

    • @westtxgreg
      @westtxgreg 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That would be a great video for the RCKiwi’s to do! Esc swap or better yet esc and motor swap (1650kv) direct comparison to a bone stock xmaxx.

    • @paulclancy2404
      @paulclancy2404 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you run the shitty traxxas batteries and stock gearing its good , if you hard basher turning your xxmaxx the escs dont last

    • @Captinfun101
      @Captinfun101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hear that mate, it’s crazy we have to do all these hop ups to get a more reliable rc. And if you go and try for warranty they will just say you abused it to much , but adverse them as bashers and hardcore stunt trucks. I tryed to make my xmaxx as bullet proof as I could without costing basically another one. But I went a bit crazy in the end. 1100 max 6 hw, rpm front and rear hub carriers , rpm arms, rpm hinge pins all round, “the brace” for drive shaft support, traxxas servo upgrade ( which should really be already in it) mod 1.5 30/35pinion gears, motor screws upgrade , few dress up bits not for reliability just looks . Nerf bars, spur gear metal cover, lights, and body shoe goo trick. So hopefully it’s pretty much bomb proof. Good luck with your RC adventures.

  • @timmytfpv7316
    @timmytfpv7316 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video im still on the fence xmaxx or outcast lol do you think the exb version would be closer to xmaxx durability

    • @thehomefront1905
      @thehomefront1905 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You've been sitting on that fence for so long you've developed ass warts

  • @adamdatson4646
    @adamdatson4646 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hahaha! They sound like fighter jets cruising around on the dirt at the start!
    Been waiting for this comparison for a while now!
    TRAXXAS TOUGH!
    I’d love to see a tekno eb48 2.0 and the Losi eight x elite next :) 🙏
    Another awesome vid guys keep it up

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Glad you enjoyed it! Still need to get around to finishing the Tekno! Been so busy latley haha hopfully have that one done soon! 🍻

    • @adamdatson4646
      @adamdatson4646 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@TheRcKiwis I’ll be looking forward to it guys! What are you thinking of putting up against the Tekno?

  • @keithmcsorley5271
    @keithmcsorley5271 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome video i had the x-maxx i like the x-maxx better

  • @88davidw
    @88davidw ปีที่แล้ว

    I miss you guys

  • @gartsworld-RC
    @gartsworld-RC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Outcast all day.. the xmaxx is way to bouncy and it's looks to much on a toy. But sure it's the most durable truck. But both trucks are badass and you get a smile from both of them.

  • @htiek30120
    @htiek30120 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video! I prefer the look of the Outcast, but the durability of the XMax is hard to ignore. I prefer a 6S size car. Are Traxxas RCs more durable across the board or is just with the XMax?

    • @V8chump
      @V8chump 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’d say their 8s and 6s line cars are really good (fucking love my e revo 2.0 things bulletproof) but If you go 3s definitely go arrma, those little 3s cars are beasts compared to traxxas’ smaller cars

    • @rotten2209
      @rotten2209 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd say that the Xmaxx is in a league of its own. Traxxas' are more durable across the board once driveshafts,shocks and steering components are upgraded.
      The Arrma 3s vehicles have a plastic composite chassis instead of metal that the 6 & 8s models use. The metal chassis bend SO easy that I'll never own one.

    • @V8chump
      @V8chump 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rotten2209 exactly why the revo 2.0 is more durable than the arrma 6s line (especially the Kraton, its arrma equivalent) its also why the arrmas 3s line is so durable. Plastic chassis > heavy, expensive, and bendable aluminum chassis all day.

  • @asbodo32
    @asbodo32 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    On the expensive cars, it looks like you can control the cars balance in the air. Is that so? Looks cool

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its all to do with wheel speed and mass of the wheels. It's the gyroscopic effect 😉

  • @XXX-ph5ve
    @XXX-ph5ve 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have the outcast 8s and kraton 6s there weapons lovem both arrma tuff traxxas is ok also

  • @onepropmind
    @onepropmind 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    “I have no idea how it broke” as a clip of it falling to concrete from 30 feet up plays. Lolol

  • @joelrcgarage3362
    @joelrcgarage3362 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you 🙏 do JLB Cheetah 120A and ARRMA Big Rock V3 🙂✌

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We dont have a big rock... but we are looking to do the JLB vs Maxx soon! 😁😉

    • @joelrcgarage3362
      @joelrcgarage3362 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheRcKiwis That's Great either 🙂👍

  • @ARSHSINGH-zr1wd
    @ARSHSINGH-zr1wd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    arrma are good in on road such as felony and infraction but traxxas is beast in bashing

  • @freddieparrydrums
    @freddieparrydrums 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi guys. Should I get the Kraton 8S or 6S? Still cannot decide. I have enough money for the 8S but it will be the biggest RC apart from my TRX-6. Am I ready for it? Thanks 👍

    • @rotten2209
      @rotten2209 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Get the 6s and use the rest of the money for new shocks/shocks shafts, a new chassis(because they bend like cardboard) and steering components. These will all break after 2-3 decent bash sessions.
      You'd need nothing for a while with an Xmaxx. This has been proven time and time again.

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's a tough one! If you have the space to store and to run the 1/5 scale then go hard! Otherwise another great choice is the 1/8 scale kraton EXB which is one of my favourites atm! 🍻

    • @freddieparrydrums
      @freddieparrydrums 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheRcKiwis Thank you man, I think I’ve decided on the 6S EXB with 1650 Max6 combo because it’s still pretty big and big enough to handle most terrain and it’s a decent basher. Just in general it’s just the wiser choice for me 👍

    • @freddieparrydrums
      @freddieparrydrums 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheRcKiwis I’m loving your channel at the minute by the way I am subbed for around a week now I’m from the UK 👌

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@freddieparrydrums glad to hear your enjoying the content! Excellent choice with the exb and combo, that’s the exact same combo we use! 😁🍻

  • @joseCalderon1976
    @joseCalderon1976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Out of the box Xmaxx 8s is more durable than the K8S for sure. After I've modified my Outcast 8s with EXB parts and M2C stuff it gets close, and it does take a beating well. Even 30ft jumps are fine. But If I land wrong, mostly the Xmaxx will drive away before the Outcast 8s. I did have to beef up my X-Maxx too because I run 1/5 electronics on mine. Great comparison! Get yourself some EXB Outcast 8s shocks. Way stronger and bigger shock rod ends 💪👍

  • @johnnysacco100
    @johnnysacco100 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Its a hard decision to make , but i love my XMAXX . Dont have the Outcast , However i do have the Kraton 8s . What has mean leaning towards the XMAXX , the replacement parts are half the price .To be honest thats my biggest gripe between both manufactures , Arrma's parts are expensive compared to Traxxas .

  • @restinpiecesrc5528
    @restinpiecesrc5528 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really do hope you 2 give the CEN Reeper a try one of these days, its be cool to see how you put one through its paces

  • @Stepside906
    @Stepside906 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    hall ever coming back?

  • @Joker-bx4rk
    @Joker-bx4rk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My 14 year old lad owns the outcast 8s and has not broke anything on it the car is fully stock apart from rpm suspension arms
    But then he don't use it recklessly
    I posted a quick video of him using it on my channel 😀

  • @tharodfather7647
    @tharodfather7647 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    New to the channel. What would be your favorite basher

    • @TheRcKiwis
      @TheRcKiwis  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello! Welcome 😊
      That’s such a good question but a very hard one. We like to bash most of our cars to test durability… but one I love the most and always have fun with is…. The traxxas maxx! 😊 -A

  • @donbush9091
    @donbush9091 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think I’m going with the X Maxx

  • @RUZTY1311
    @RUZTY1311 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sounds like yall have a gearing problem with the Outcast also haha She was grindin on that last jump before the shock broke

  • @SebastianLong
    @SebastianLong 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Where i run my larger scale RCs, the Outcast was my pick. It hasnt been very reliable for me though. Most recent problem was i exploded the rear diff internals and wont be till early next year before i can get the necessary parts (aside from ordering a complete diff) to fix it. By then it will be to cold to venture out. I still have many others in the meantime i can run so it isnt a loss. Ive only had one run with my outcast since i bought it where i ran down two sets of batteries without a breakage. Couple of the breaks were my fault, but a majority was just bad engineering or parts. The X-Maxx is just too top heavy for my liking and i dont do many skateparks, in fact, havent been to one at all with any of my RCs. Skateparks would probably be a lot easier on my RCs than where i use them though, but nearest one is more than 40 minutes from me, and that one isnt worth my time to go to.