Best $150 You’ll Ever Spend In RC! Traxxas TRX-4m

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Жыл бұрын

We got our hands on the Traxxas TRX-4m found here: and this tiny scale and trail crawler may be the best $150 you’ll ever spend in RC! Greg has both the Ford Bronco and Land Rover Defender to check out and these look amazing right out of the box. The RC Cars are ready to run and only require 4 AA batteries to get going. Everything else is included and easy for anyone of any skill level to get into. Greg will go a bit deeper into detail as he took some of the rig apart to show you what’s inside. You’ll of course see some epic action footage too! This tiny radio control crawler may be one of the biggest releases in 2022!
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@louisloudogtrottier3310 Жыл бұрын

Please keep your approach, I love having the technical stuff overview and then see it run. A great balance between information and entertaiment. Some channel are too technical other just don't care. Keep it up

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the feedback! I’ve been working on fine tuning things, cutting fluff, but still keeping the info to help out the wide experience range of the viewers.

@Justwiselove Жыл бұрын

Thanks for tearing these RCs down with an in depth overlook it really makes the difference. I look forward to seeing the inerts on your channel. Just a great sequence you put together. Keep up the good work 👍

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear it helps!

@mesostinky72 Жыл бұрын

Man after looking at the TRX4M I REALLY don’t understand other companies like Axial and why they don’t follow how Traxxas does it. Look at the TRX4M and it already has Tons of Traxxas made accessories and upgrade parts for it. Even a nice cheap $29 trailer. The SCX24 defined an entire market and Axial just sat there doing nada. They left all the money on the table for everyone with a 3d printer to scoop up. Anyway the TRX4M looks great and of course so do all the hop ups you can buy for it. Gonna have to go with the Blue Bronco I think. Nice overview.

@INSIDIOUS-ONE Жыл бұрын

I’ll stick to my fcx24’s. They blow these things out the water!! Out of all the bodies traxxas makes the come out with a lame top heavy defender & a soccer mom bronco🤷🏼‍♂️. I’ll have one one day but not running out & buying one anytime soon!

@V8chump Жыл бұрын

So true. I hate paying an arm and a leg for someone’s half assed 3D printed parts…. But when axial refuses to make any parts whatsoever that’s what we get

@MikeRice-RC Жыл бұрын

Axial has metal gears and bearings out the box, trx4m does not but Both have upgrades available right from the start so

@V8chump Жыл бұрын

@@INSIDIOUS-ONE I feel that, I’m definitely more interested in the performance than anything…. Maybe even using some of their accessories for other trucks… that trailer looks like it could be fun to set up custom gates for and the optional tires might be pretty good too. I’ll probably wait until we get some lighter performance based bodies before I pick up a trx4m to replace my scx/fcx though

@jamesplymire5342 Жыл бұрын

@@INSIDIOUS-ONE you talk sh*t about it, then say you'll get one? 😆

@sylvainster30 Жыл бұрын

I haven’t been rc’ing much lately but I am so proud to see your channel thrive Greg 👍🏼👍🏼 great job buddy! I remember getting my yearly paper subscription of RCDriver 😀 ✌🏼😎👍🏼

@whistlinlipo Жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this one! Can’t wait to get mine

@matthewjacknisky1881 Жыл бұрын

Was so excited to see this video. Thinking of getting 2 of these and build a track in my basement. Winter is here. Thank you for a awesome video!

@DoubleDownDBo Жыл бұрын

Looks beautiful and performed really well for a hard body. Great review! Definitely picking up both the defender and bronco on release day.

@Rokstardad82 Жыл бұрын

I was waiting for a hands on look 👍 this looks awesome! Great video

@rcroadtest2827 Жыл бұрын

Hy my best friend piles ❤️👌kzfaq.info/love/wEvaA3qRO7QqeafeA1tWFQ Thanks you friend 😘

@shuster1921 Жыл бұрын

Love that they left the tires unglued, saved buying new wheels!

@dustinrossi9384 Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see what bodies come out for these, gonna have to get another shelf 🤣 I think these aren't that bad keep your expectations realistic and your good. Can't wait to get one.

@bravoyab9634 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making straight to the point videos. I HATE it when ppl ramble on making a 8min vid into a 20min one. I made sure to like this vid, keep it up!

@toddanderson1506 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful driving footage, It looks incredable with my VR goggles!

@QuinnsRC Жыл бұрын

Perfect length for an unboxing. Great one. Love these trucks, hope to get one.

@longboardguy Жыл бұрын

Great review. These little rigs looks awsome. I’m not sure I’ll get one, but you’ve made me want to get the bigger scale version for the yard this winter. Some off road snow exploring could get me threw our long months! 🇨🇦☃️

@microrigs Жыл бұрын

Awesome video and congrats for being (probably) the first to do a proper review on it! I'm just looking forward to get my hands on one green defender like that!!

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Thanks! The green Defender is 🔥

@jimbo4203 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad the tires aren't glued, got some brass ringed treals ready to go

@walterbryan1798 Жыл бұрын

Looks like great fun in a small package!

@tylerj19797 Жыл бұрын

Really nice that they offer all of their own upgrades

@mikebird8290 Жыл бұрын

Hi Sir thanks for sharing this GREAT truck with us 🇬🇧🇺🇲🕊️✌🏼👍🏼

@ReadySetRC Жыл бұрын

Solid little rig. Great review as always👍 Curious to see how those other gear sets will perform with the stock electronics.

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Same, gotta get my hands on them.

@therustybowtie203 Жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this! I have to get one!

@purplelegorc2170 Жыл бұрын

You give us the best reviews…. Thanks Purple Lego RC 💜

@V8chump Жыл бұрын

Thank you for running footage! I’m not sure how many people buy RCs just to look at them but most of these day 1 videos don’t have running footage

@kishascape Жыл бұрын

I like the idea of trail mode. This seems like a good RC car even for general use if you’re not into rock crawling. Cuz it’s all dirt and crappy roads where I live.

@AndyRC Жыл бұрын

Tks for the review. Was waiting for this. I pre ordered the bronco in blue a few weeks ago. I can't wait .

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Enjoy it when you get it!

@VS666 Жыл бұрын

probably the first RC car i've been really excited for, very much looking forward to getting one of these when I can

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Cool! Hope the video helped answer any questions.

@lucarioaustin13 Жыл бұрын

Looks like a really fun rock crawler! I'll have to pick one up at one point down the line

@Jeeplee_rc Жыл бұрын

I just had an opportunity to test one out with the trailer on it. I absolutely love it. Will be purchasing.

@jimmiehale84 Жыл бұрын

Great vids😎🏁

@FilipRadelic Жыл бұрын

Those tiny things are gonna be huge this Christmas!

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

I completely agree

@RawstreamRC 9 ай бұрын

Gotta love a Trx4m, we have loads of them!! ❤❤

@DampActionRC Жыл бұрын

Cool looking mini crawlers

@johngrant1337 Жыл бұрын

super video thanks

@carloshnunez Жыл бұрын

The defender looks great 🔵🔵🔵👍👍👍😀😀😀🔵🔵🔵

@jonesrccrawlers2300 Жыл бұрын

I think I'm going to have to get one.

@n22pdf Жыл бұрын

These Look awesome well done Traxxas going to pick one these up when they arrive in uk.. great review as always 🏅👍🤩🚴

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend!!

@knotical689 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Pre-ordered a green Defender, can't wait to pick it up. You got yours really early 👍

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

The best color Defender! Enjoy!

@JimJamScadoot Жыл бұрын

I just got the Trx4m as my first RC car and installed the light kit before first use. Went outside in some tallish grass with some small branches at a tree line at dusk. Wow I am so glad I tried this one as my first. This thing is great without any upgrades. I did buy the low gear ratio mod and will install it after getting a good feel for how it is stock. Need to replace the wheels or add spacers as I have noticed (rarely) the issue others talk about with the tires rubbing a piece of the axel assembly which sometimes causes the tires to stop movement all together until you adjust, but it has happened so rarely to me that I don't mind and am actually looking forward to solving that issue with some minor modifications! I think I got the bug...

@joshc6080 Жыл бұрын

I can't wait til the 11th to pick mine up!

@CJ-jc8fi Жыл бұрын

That green on the Defender is 🔥!

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Absolutely!!

@MikeRice-RC Жыл бұрын

Excited to snag a bronco

@Nibbist21 Жыл бұрын

Only gets me more excited for when mine comes in

@leehall3181 Жыл бұрын

I need to pickup one of these.

@Jaredxstp 4 ай бұрын

I don’t own any rc but watch a lot of videos and have thought about buying into the hobby. These trucks look fun driving on rocks and stuff

@ML-cz8td Жыл бұрын

So excited to get one of these awesome little trucks! I'm hoping they release a 1979 Bronco body for this, that would really seal the deal for me.

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

That would be cool!

@uan588 Жыл бұрын

K10 M. Please

@toddanderson1506 Жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks so much for going into detail. I would like to ask you a few questions..... 1. Is the transmission fairly quick and easy to swap? 2. Will both bodies fit on each chassis? 3. Are the plugs for the lighting proprietary? 4. Do you think Little Guy Racing Trail Kings would fit....maybe if the shocks are repositioned? 5. Do you think injora brass wheel rings would fit the stock wheels or would the traxxas ones need to be used? Thanks in advance for any info you share!

@suzannegreaves2395 7 ай бұрын

I’ve ordered a orange Trx4m defender after watching your review of the very nice looking axial scx24 power wagon but decided to get the traxxas

@reapersasmr5483 Жыл бұрын

Super cool might have to get one , to try out I am not one of those that only sticks with one brand but I do buy alot of AX .

@josjordan Жыл бұрын

Hi, Gracias for the review. Where is the place did you record the video? Thanks and happy holidays.

@tyshiddejuremanbey1313 Жыл бұрын

5:39, WOW!!!

@heavymetalrc7520 Жыл бұрын

Traxxas is killing me! Lol. I need these now. Definitely will be adding a bearing kit though.

@paulonorato4081 Жыл бұрын

I saw that Fast Eddy Bearings already has standard and ceramic kits available.

@JXZ2 Жыл бұрын

Definitely more bang for you buck here.

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Absolutely 😎

@ConditionZero76 Жыл бұрын

I'll give Traxxas an A+ for not gluing the tires it allows us to install them to our metal beadlocks 🤜🏼🤛🏼... Great vid as always Greg

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Kinda a bonus lol. Thanks!!

@ConditionZero76 Жыл бұрын

@@rcdriver Definitely a bonus 🤣 Im trying to see the glass half full HA HA 👍🏼

@Glowingtomato Жыл бұрын

Nice breakdown. Not every channel takes the effort to break the cars down like you do. I'm getting the Defender, now to decide what color!

@rcroadtest2827 Жыл бұрын

Hy my friend kzfaq.info/love/wEvaA3qRO7QqeafeA1tWFQThanks you my friend ❤️

@jamesplymire5342 Жыл бұрын

Just get one of each. lol Or just buy all the bodies.

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I spend a lot of time breaking them down. Sometimes I even go back for a second or third round of breakdowns if I think it will help people see the parts a little better. So happy to hear viewers like it!

@reidisaacson9623 Жыл бұрын

@@jamesplymire5342 That’s like $55 per body. No thanks. That’s not anywhere near worth it to me

@kghhgkgk6322 Жыл бұрын

Was just looking at the bigger bronco and wishing it wasn't so expensive. This looks like a good compromise

@Wizardnil Жыл бұрын

This is a steal for $150!

@IgnusFast Жыл бұрын

So weird - I'm not used to Traxxas producing something I'd consider a good value for the money... Those look fantastic!

@kyle207 Жыл бұрын

I have a trx4 and im still considering buying one of these

@fellmen2194 Жыл бұрын

Nice vid first in the trx4m

@RCBirds Жыл бұрын

Great presentation. I hoped on a 1 by 24. But fine. I don't want to add another Bronco to my collection. Maybe they'll do a G-Wagon or a Blazer, then I'm in.

@Mattwiistand Жыл бұрын

i preordered the green defender at my LHS. I have a bronco scx24 and was curious about the defender more haha

@gentlemanstraction Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait for Friday (payday) to get the bronco!!

@SteadfastRC Жыл бұрын

" the battery plug is a little on the new side" I will just say what I'm sure we're all thinking, that battery plug is the dumbest thing I've ever seen in my life, talk about going out of your way to make your stuff proprietary. I'm a bigTraxxas fan but I hate that kind of crap no matter who does it. Please make a vehicle that won't work with any of my existing 2s batteries. Other than that I'm pretty excited for this rig.

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you’re really into RC… Are you really going to keep the stock electronics? I mean reeaaaly? 😆 I’m already looking at aftermarket electronics to drop in and at that point I’ll use whatever connector I want. The factory connector is fine for all the people that will just buy this to play with every once in a while.

@SteadfastRC Жыл бұрын

@@rcdriver yeah I am very into RC for close to 30 years now, why would you not want to keep the stock Electronics as long as they work? Are you going to need more power and more amps to be able to crawl and trail with an 18th scale vehicle? You're going to tell me that having a completely crazy proprietary connector is something we should just overlook? I probably have around 20 2s batteries that would fit in this rig but now I can't plug them in. I've been watching you for years but this kind of thing combined with saying in the video how much you like oil light bushings makes me think you're not being objective at all because Traxxas is surely watching your Channel. I've got about a pound of Tamiya plastic bushings I will sell ya, they're even better because they won't wear out the rotating element like a brass bushing LOL. I love Traxxas vehicles but this connector is nonsense.

@theinsanityunleashed Жыл бұрын

I totally agree, I hate that sort of thing. I bet someone offers an adapter cable/plug in no time.

@SteadfastRC Жыл бұрын

@@theinsanityunleashed I hope so, its a three plug prong wich is weird. I would like to tare into one of the esc's and see what the third wire goes too.

@OverlandRadioControl Жыл бұрын

Bronco is beast..

@marcofabiopala Жыл бұрын

Molto belle!

@frantz4318 Жыл бұрын

Nice video, thanks! What's the speed on flat track? Not looking for any fast car but I'd like my kids to enjoy a walk following their car

@vincec9451 Жыл бұрын

Well worth it.. Just did a video on them

@extremercbashers9975 Жыл бұрын

Awesome review I like to have seen a side-by-side comparison to an axial for size

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

I’ll post a photo in the community tab for you tomorrow.

@extremercbashers9975 Жыл бұрын

@@rcdriver thank you yeah I've just watched a couple of reviews on it today and just knowing has done like the side by side comparison for size I was under the impression that the Traxxas was a bigger platform

@rubenterhark108 Жыл бұрын

Yesss i am gonna get one fot Sure

@CasperRc81 Жыл бұрын

Axial did the new Capra 1/18 hi nylon plastic and oil dampened shocks. There both great

@adamadams6740 Жыл бұрын

Pretty amazing stuff for $150,the Lego model of the defenders are $240 and you know don’t move(unless you push them)!

@ianmangham4570 7 ай бұрын

I changed my mind already, i like the Bronco 😅🤠🤟

@jakedavid8187 Жыл бұрын

Wish I could get one of these...

@WorldOfS1n Жыл бұрын

looks like it needs some softer tires, i wonder if the trail king m/t would look good on the bronco

@flightdeck9116 Жыл бұрын

Would you be able to mount a action cam on the top. Cool lil rig

@louisloudogtrottier3310 Жыл бұрын

How much of these TRX4M can you fit on the TRX6 Ultimate Hauler bed?

@brendan_creator 3 ай бұрын

Hey, does the remote contain a button about switching to 2nd gear or 1st gear?

@RCManiacs Жыл бұрын

Really tempted to get one of these but they cost around 230usd in my country which feels a little steep.

@aaronwilliams3235 Жыл бұрын

Are you going to compare this to the new Axial Capria 1/18 that you tested the other day? That would be interesting!

@24-7gamerzone Жыл бұрын

The rear Axle bearings look out the Axle housing.

@jaybomb5022 Жыл бұрын

Sold lol ordered

@trevorking301 Жыл бұрын

Quick question. When will this be available on Amazon?

@Hugocraft Жыл бұрын

How much do the tires rub the body? Does the wheels articulate further without the body? You said the tires are not glued so did you glue them or not?

@traxxas-maxvanderklis-busi6077 Жыл бұрын

Great vid - thanks!! Do you think the tires need to be glued to the wheels or is the setup good like it is in the box?

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

If you’re running the rig bone stock out of the box it appears to be fine and no glue necessary. My kids have been putting additional run time in on them. Which should break down the tires, but they’re still holding the bead.

@jonahfastre Жыл бұрын

I can’t decide which one I want, I guess I’m buying both, now choosing a colour

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

Color choice was not an easy task for me either!

@MikeL-bp2yh Жыл бұрын

How fast is it? Would you recommend I get this or the 4x4 1/16 scale slash. Thanks

@garabdorje Жыл бұрын

I like that the wheels don't come glued from factory! That means I can just mount them on new weighted wheels from Injora or Treal. Hopefully they are good tires.

@asuchemist3371 Жыл бұрын

What size wheels can be swapped?

@garabdorje Жыл бұрын

@@asuchemist3371 yes, they are standard 1.0 wheels. Ups I didn't really read your question correctly. Any 1.0 tire size should fit. But of course the width and height is something to consider.

@BigBadBobsRC Жыл бұрын

Which is the best rock crawler/Water resistant out of the FTX Outback v2 Bronco and the HPI Maverick Scout??

@johnsalt19 Жыл бұрын

Are these only available in the us as the links you've got on dont show up as the trucks you have there they show completely different ones here in the uk lol

@FarmerFpv Жыл бұрын

The oil-lite bushings are going to begin getting play in them (self-lubricating means they wear, it's a misnomer) 2 years ago I bought a 1/18 crawler with full bearings with metal gears on eBay for 130 dollars still running perfectly. No reason why they couldn't put bearings and metal gears in 2022 since they are inexpensive. Traxxas always skimps in all the wrong places. Then offers them as upgrades for ridiculous prices. I love my Traxxas trx4 and Xmaxx but they could do better A good example is the trx4 portal input gears always stripping when you run it hard in second gear or trap a wheel in a rock. The hardened steel ones are 100+ dollars! GPM sells theirs for 25 dollars. Total price gouging! I'm still going to buy 4 of these TRX4M's for our family, though. 😂 Sorry for the rant. 😂

@rcdriver Жыл бұрын

I hear ya. Metal gears would have been nice. I’m kind of an old school fan of these bushings though. Back in my early days of racing Tamiya cars we put race seasons on oilite bushings. For the masses that will buy this for cheap occasional RC fun, it will be great for them. I have a feeling we’re going to see them in more cars in the future.