Riddle
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Hello all, new here.
I've been into rc for a few years now. Been a nitro guy untill just recently. Built a tmaxx to the hilt, os .18 and all etc etc. Every time I took it out something would break. I rebuilt a crushed jato and she's treated me well, I'll have it forever I think. Anyhow, I traded off that money pit tmaxx for a decent brushless stampede 4x4 it's smaller, looks weaker, lighter than the Maxx but I haven't broken a thing. It's a chincy little plastic turd and I can't really get over how cheap it is.albeit a tuff turd. It's not very fast but it's quick on 3's. Quicker than my Maxx was. My jato is into the 70's so that's my go to for speed runs. Anyhow, all I've had is Traxxas vehicles and I've been exploring other brands platforms. Mainly because Traxxas are peepee's and I'm tired of reinventing the wheel strengthening these little things up to the point they should be at when I pull them out of the box brand new. I shouldn't have to upgrade the crap out of it just to have some fun. I guess I'm tired of "buying twice" so to speak. Fast forward over the past few months as I research various brands. Losi and the other "top manufacturers" designs seemed chincy and weak as well like the Traxxas ones.. I just wanted something laid out similar to my jato but tailored to off-road more than on. Low cg, can bash and ramp big-time without breaking everything all at once lol. Something that handles well and is quick. I wanted Fast, reliable and agile. It seemed I could only pick two no matter what brand I looked into. I was starting to think every rc is just a different case of problems to solve no matter how you slice the pie. I don't mind turning wrenches, but I don't want to fix it every time I run it. Anyhow, I have since found Arrma. I like how everything looks. They are strong right out of the box. They seem to have a great following, good customer service, great warranty. Plus they don't act like asshats and Sue companies like Traxxas does. I'm done with that brand. I'll keep my trucks, but I won't buy a single part from Traxxas anymore. My money is better spent elsewhere. Anyways, I think I've decided to give Arrma a try.
All the riffraff aside...I can't decide what platform to go with. I like the Outcast, the Kraton and the Talion. I like the talion best in terms of looks but I like that the kraton has a bit wider stance, beefier hexes, and a little more mass overall. I think I would be happier with the kraton. It seems a bit more suited for the abuse I put my rc's through. I guess what I'm going for is input from other Arrma owners first hand. Let me know how y'all feel and what your experiences are like. From what I've read already, everything looks kosher. All metal driveline right out of the box, 6s capable with good motor and esc, decent Rx tx, and the prices are fair. If anyone cares to weigh in on way or another, please do.
I've been into rc for a few years now. Been a nitro guy untill just recently. Built a tmaxx to the hilt, os .18 and all etc etc. Every time I took it out something would break. I rebuilt a crushed jato and she's treated me well, I'll have it forever I think. Anyhow, I traded off that money pit tmaxx for a decent brushless stampede 4x4 it's smaller, looks weaker, lighter than the Maxx but I haven't broken a thing. It's a chincy little plastic turd and I can't really get over how cheap it is.albeit a tuff turd. It's not very fast but it's quick on 3's. Quicker than my Maxx was. My jato is into the 70's so that's my go to for speed runs. Anyhow, all I've had is Traxxas vehicles and I've been exploring other brands platforms. Mainly because Traxxas are peepee's and I'm tired of reinventing the wheel strengthening these little things up to the point they should be at when I pull them out of the box brand new. I shouldn't have to upgrade the crap out of it just to have some fun. I guess I'm tired of "buying twice" so to speak. Fast forward over the past few months as I research various brands. Losi and the other "top manufacturers" designs seemed chincy and weak as well like the Traxxas ones.. I just wanted something laid out similar to my jato but tailored to off-road more than on. Low cg, can bash and ramp big-time without breaking everything all at once lol. Something that handles well and is quick. I wanted Fast, reliable and agile. It seemed I could only pick two no matter what brand I looked into. I was starting to think every rc is just a different case of problems to solve no matter how you slice the pie. I don't mind turning wrenches, but I don't want to fix it every time I run it. Anyhow, I have since found Arrma. I like how everything looks. They are strong right out of the box. They seem to have a great following, good customer service, great warranty. Plus they don't act like asshats and Sue companies like Traxxas does. I'm done with that brand. I'll keep my trucks, but I won't buy a single part from Traxxas anymore. My money is better spent elsewhere. Anyways, I think I've decided to give Arrma a try.
All the riffraff aside...I can't decide what platform to go with. I like the Outcast, the Kraton and the Talion. I like the talion best in terms of looks but I like that the kraton has a bit wider stance, beefier hexes, and a little more mass overall. I think I would be happier with the kraton. It seems a bit more suited for the abuse I put my rc's through. I guess what I'm going for is input from other Arrma owners first hand. Let me know how y'all feel and what your experiences are like. From what I've read already, everything looks kosher. All metal driveline right out of the box, 6s capable with good motor and esc, decent Rx tx, and the prices are fair. If anyone cares to weigh in on way or another, please do.