Wild Brushless 4x4 Rock Racing Buggy! - Redcat Racing Camo X4 Pro Review | RC Driver
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- Rock Racing is certainly a wild and unique segment in RC. You drive over all sorts of terrain, clinching the radio as you wheel your rig through brutal rock piles and loose dirt. The challenge is intense and your vehicle needs to be up to the task. We don’t get to do much rock racing near the RC Driver offices, but this style of RC rig really excites us. So we had to try our hand and the Redcat Racing Camo X4 Rock Racing Buggy. This 4x4 buggy has independent front suspension, a solid rear axle, stout driveline, a cool look and most importantly a power system that will deliver plenty of action. Thinking about trying your hand at a rock racer. Our detailed review goes over all the features of the Camo X4 and of course you’ll see plenty of action footage too. Check out the exciting world of rock racing and see if the Redcat Camo X4 is the right RC buggy for you!
Product: Camo X4 Pro
By: Redcat Racing
Part Number: RER10697
Price: $329
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Awesome review! I like how you really test for durability, if you dont break it i will definitely not 😂
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Thanks. Did you see where I went to drive it across the stream, hit a rock head on and it just stopped, then went over the rock? I thought for sure it broke when I hit that rock, but it's still good! lol
Really enjoy ground vehicles, but a boat review from RCDriver would be great!😜
Have a great day Greg ✌🏼😎👍🏼
How does this stack against the losi rock rey? & If you had a baja rey, would you say the redcat would be a good but different platform, but pretty bulletproof like the rock/baja reys are? Thx, always great videos.
I don’t have any rock racing going on over here but it looks like a cool experience nonetheless.
I enjoy the fast pace and while u talk fast and talk a lot all of it is solid info
Are you still putting it to good use or is it shelved? Curious what it wil lb need for upgrades if any off the bat, thanks!
What is the mph speed on this thing? 2s and 3s.
I'm seriously considering this is a smart investment in my happiness.
you think thicker shock fluid would help?
Looks better than the Lazernut in terms of durability, and cheaper! You have to put some serious extra cash into that thing just to make it into a working unit. Hopefully version 2 will sort out all the extensive bugs.
Red cat seems to be coming around,looks good..
RC madness has a rock racing track right now too =) tempted to pick up a rock racer.
I like the look of this rig & the Camo TT (same platform). There was another youtube channel that sold these claimed that for some customers, the locked diffs were a problem if say people were jumping them and/or running on streets. This is designed to be a loose surface thing. I know the newest Losi Baja Rey went to an unlocked diff in the rear probably for durability.
For that reason, if I were to pick up this rig, because I favor durability overall, I'd probably pick up the Redcat Unlocked Diff and install that replacing the locked rear diff. It's Redcat part 02024. Or you could just get the part HSP 02024 a pinch cheaper. It's the same part.
Hopes this helps anybody considering this.
I think the first production run of the Camo's had the diff issue. The Camo in this review is from the new production run with revised parts.
The diff issues are most likely why the cammo and the TT version where out of stock for a while. Redcat really seems to be improving their image! You might not have any issues with your diffs. But, if you want to you can probably just get a rebuild kit for the front diff and remove the locker from the rear diff then install the gears and orings ect and be good to go with an open rear diff.
Looks cool. I hope redcat is upping their quality game. The last few I've had were problematic......
They're working hard on upping the quality and the customer service seems to be much better too from what I see people posting in some groups.
@@rcdriver good, I want to see a brand with an awesome name and logo become alot better
@@rcdriver good to hear. I may give them another go soon.
Do RC I just hesitantly picked up a gen 8 from Redcat the other day over an scx10.2 because of the price point and I really must say I’m impressed definitely on a new level compared to what they were when I was last in the hobby close to ten years ago
can this thing crawl at all? looks great
Another great job on reviewing! I am very interested in the Camo x4 as an Ultra 4 racer and extreme trail crawling (like a 2.2 twin hammers I would use on a 2 mile mountain loop I hike). I have the Force RC Hammer Jaw (very slow crawler now with aluminum Wraith axle assemblies) which has the same rear HSP axle housing, but plastic lockers (same as in Gen7 sport) that use the flattened axle ends instead of dog bone ends. I know the Force RC Northwood uses compatible axles housings, so I would probably switch out to those rear axles and a metal locker (HSP 180009) because the dog bone rear setup seems to be breaking for others I have talked to (when jumping)(Redcat also makes a compatible open diff #02024). After seeing the abuse you put it through I a pretty sure I am going to pick one up.
You should see how they locked the rear. Not built well at all. Only use 2s. And dont bash hard. Got it when it first came out then it disappeared for a while. Maybe they made some changes. I'm not a redcat hater just letting you know my experience with this rig.
Yeah.... I honestly didn't expect good build quality, I own a sandstorm from them and it was mediocre so I didn't expect much from redcat
@@Jones8070 considering the sandstorm is 145 bucks on ebay i wouldn't expect much either.🤷♂️ Pretty much most their new stuff from redcat racing/team redcat isnt half bad. Have a tr-mt10e from them that ive had well over 2 years. Tuff little truck and mines far from stock and its taken a steady beating with minimal breakages over that time. This camo thing does look a little cheesy i do agree. Especially like their be6s and some of their more top of the line models are pretty beastly. Dont let a 145 dollar RC let you judge the whole brand 😂 thats like a literal centimeter into the hobby grade realm lol
@SpaceWeed Bud I do.
@@koolaidwaterfountainsforth4236 you are right. And I'm not being negative towards redcat I'm sure alot of people will take it that way but I'm just speaking on my experience with this vehicle.
@@carnagecrawlingrc1785 oh it wasn't directed at you man. I by no means praise redcat, they definitely have their quirks and issues. I find the best information found within people who actually own the rigs and are honest about them. Quite hard to argue with somebody whos owned the rig for a period of time ✌
As any RC hobbyist.. there isnt a thing i own that hasn't been fiddled with to make it better. This is a tinkerers hobby👍
i already have a TRX4 Sport for slow crawling offroad, this could be fun for more faster offroading, thanks for the vid!
can monster truck wheels by jconcepts fit on this crawler? this is nice and great video by the way.
I love this type of suspension, the famous 4 link, it is much more realistic
Redcat is the best company for getting people into RC
$70 more bucks for an axial bomber or $50 for a yeti.
50-70$ that could go to better batteries for the Redcat Camo X4
ReDwIrE 93 that is true. Is redcat really making cars that nice? I have a Gen7 and a GEN8 but I hardly drive em because they break portals ever time I go out. Well my Gen7 chassis is now a Wraith brace but my gen 8 lasted me 5 minutes both times I drove it.
Yes i got the camo tt version. Wish i would have spent the extra 50 to 70 bucks
@@agoodballet you must of got a friday gen 8, because mine has been bulletproof, had it for about 4 months now, and I drive it hard, added steel gears, not because it needed it, just for piece of mind. The gen 8 is incredible, axial are way overpriced along with other trail trucks that I won't mention, I'd be here all night. Lol
Dwayne Baker I must have, most the other guys on the Facebook groups seem to have good luck with them. But there’s a few that have had issues. I still like the truck I just wish it didn’t break portals.
Don't head on anything. Plastic parts break quickly. Put $50 into it already. Really really fun though. Added many aluminum parts. Much stronger.
What battery did you use here?
Have you had much chassis breakage? I broke 3 chassis on the first 3 runs. Not bashing near as hard as you did in the video. I had to make a aluminum chassis plate and bumper guard. T-bone make one for the Camo X4 but, i cant find it in stock anywhere.
My mom thinks RC cars are a waste of time and money so can you please make a video to convince her otherwise
You can learn a lot of science related knowledge by building your own RC car kit. Look into these. Tamiya Grasshopper Kit, ECX Barrage Gen2 Kit, Traxxas Stampede 4x4 Kit or TRX-4 Sport Kit. Good luck!
hey mom, if someone( your son) finds or takes a liking to a hobby, especially like rc, a hobby that keeps growing, you learn from it , it keeps you busy and OUT OF TROUBLE!!! I can think of far worst things kids now a days can do , you know, like drugs and shit like that. RC is not a waste of time , however it can be expensive at times, but on the other hand can also teach kids to be responsible and maybe find a job ( or summer job depending on age ) to support this hobby. I am a 45yr old man with many rc's and am very passionate about this hobby, when the work and chores are done, I can't think of a better way to play:) also great for family fun, both my daughter's and wife rc with me quit often.
Smoke crack for a month, I think she'll change her mind
Do a project car on the Redcat volcano plz it can be so much more modified than the rustler! alloy parts! (and not to mention lots cheaper)
Nice review Greg!
So it's a rock slider and not a rock racer, is that what you are trying to say Greg? Lol! Good video.
I have a VRX Octane XL and love it! So I wanted a more dependable Rock Racer tho and was on the fence between this and the Losi Rock Rey , I chose the Rock Rey. Altho a pain to wrench on I just had a feeling it is better built and more dependable..
Yea i have the camo tt version and it is not a good truck. I would not recommend it to anyone. I was going to get a Baja Rey instead but chose the cheaper route and i regret it.
@@loganoyler9749 hey Logan what's been the problems with it??
Spur gear and rear diff strip out all the time and it shoots driveshafts left and right no matter how much loctite you put on them and if you get one tiny little drop of water on it it rusts up. If you are looking for a trophy truck or rock buggy go for losi. They are much better and well built for 70 bucks more
@@loganoyler9749 yeah I was settled on the losi rock rey bnd for 250$ but Amazon has these on sale for 230$. I just like the tt how it looks like a sct but solid axle. But now you got me thinking. I think they changed a few things on these recently. Did you get yours 5+ months ago? Maybe they addressed those issues.
I would go for the losi for the extra 20 bucks. My cousin had one. They are much better quality then the redcat and well worth the extra $. Back when i bought my camo tt they were $330 and the losi baja rey was $400
Seems like all these rock racers are built pretty similar. Ive had my helion rock rider for 2 years now
Have they improved there plastics or do the plastic still break easy
same tires as my rgt ex86100 jeep. beastly grip from these, asiatees has them $8 a pair
You should check out the New Bedford radio control Club Jeremy is a Madman with these trucks. Has a really crazy good course down in Berkeley. Massachusetts he has huge competitions all the time if you want to have a come down. I'm sure he'd love to have you down check it out. The Facebook pages South Shore RC. Or you could just look up New Bedford radio control Club Google. They're pretty serious Rock races
My father lives in Berkeley! Lol I should check them out! I have nobody to bash with ☹
Will you be reviewing redcats 1/5 crawler?
How are these in streams and puddles?
Look an axial yeti or yeti score.
Oh yeah I love the video I really put it through its paces
Would you say this rock racer is with it for the money. I want to get one. Also what are the battery and charger you used for it.( great review btw best one I watched so far)
It's worth every penny!! I have the Camo TT (same chassis and everything just a trophy truck body). It's got power!!! I would definitely suggest the purchase !!
Well done holding your ground while spraying yourself in the creek (at 12:07)! I would have called it quits after the first spray!
humboldtef LOL, ran right home after to take a shower, that creek water smelled bad. But that wasn’t the worst part of this video shoot, I got hit in the eye with a small pebble that flew off the tire during the off-road testing. Usually I wear sun glasses, but didn’t for whatever reason. Had to take a 20 minute break after that.
@@rcdriver Shoot you really took one or two for the team then! Thanks for pushing through for the Video!
The best RC channel hands down
Thank you. That means a lot! 😀
Great review and bashing video,love my redcat awesome RCs.
Thanks, been having fun with the Redcat stuff we've tested.
@@rcdriver how's the run time on 2s?
wow battery is super high...
never mind, just saw the part about moving it.
is the engine 390 size I need one
540 size motor
Love your reviews keep them coming
Thanks for watching!!
When the tt camo ???
I’m thinking its a trophy truck style with the same camo look.
Sure wish there was a new Yeti!
One thing impressed me very much, the metal gears especially the spur gear. It's difficult to see stock metal gears in 1/10 buggy's. Personally first time i see a buggy with metal pinion and spur gears. All the others come second for me, because when you use 3s lipo the plastic spur gear start to loose slightly and finally destroy the teeths especially when you don't have a second for replace for example in the field when you drive.
Even though im not a Redcat fan, but the Buggy looks sweet 👍👍👍👍👍👍
its just a rip off axial yeti
Which suits the market as the Yeti is finished! What other alternatives?
got this truck FIIRST jump like 6 inches broke the A ARM off .save your money and buy an AXIAL
Soooo. Essentially a cheaper Yeti???