I have the worst luck! I bought this a week ago (expensive to me), It arrived yesterday. I unboxed it, plugged it in and drove it for the first time! Was exillerating! The look on my son's face was priceless. First RC car. About 4-5 minutes in, I drove up the street to test the range and it died at max range. As I was walking towards it when I saw a truck coming...my son yelled "waitttt" My walk became a run! But RIP. Didn't make it in time! My son stared balling his eyes out like he lost a puppy as we ran to see if it survived. Was completely destroyed. Can't afford another atm unfortunately.. Looked into the parts, would need to buy the whole kit at $220 or upgrade to metal parts for about the same. Very unfortunate, was the best 5 minutes of our lives 🙏

Now try to fit the castle motor and 8s lipo battery

I have been running a 120a Cheetah and 120a J3speed "Cheetah" for over a year now. Love them both. Extremely tough and extremely fast with all parts easily ordered. The J3 is faster than my buddies new Erevo 2.0. I am a huge Traxxas fan with a sizable Traxxas collection as well as many others. Always enjoy your videos Kev!

What I like most is that the brake lights actually work. If you look close you can see that they're dim when it's just rolling along but when Kev hits the brakes they turn bright.

why don't you try to make a super fast rc tank

Kevin's motto is don't stop playing until it breaks

My 120v Cheetah arrived today. Bought it inspired by this video. I live in the Arizona desert, our property is flat dirt with rocks. Raised a bit of dust and flung dirt and gravel. It definitely can drift.

I remember the time I didn’t know who Kevin Talbots is... they were dark times

Hi Kevin, I noticed it said it’s a waterproof speed controller. Would it still work if submerged in water?

I’ve had a Cheetah for 2 years and it still works great, I just upgraded the ESC and servo but they still work. The original servo is a little slow and the esc is NOT waterproof.

Its a bison vcar/t2m pirate furious but with metal plate underneath and brace for the shock towers. Very fun to drive, but a pain to take it apart when you blow the spur gear. And that will happen. Unless you buy the differential for the spur instead of the slipper clutch.

I don't understand how your videos makes rc so much better than me personally doing it. I mean yeah take away realism but still I have more fun watching you than I do playing with mine.

i can't imagine how many cardboard boxes this guy has

Looks like a Off brand Traxxas e revo v1 or arrma kraton

lol when kev unboxed it the car flew out like play with me =)

I just got this car today and so far it is my favorite RC truck that I’ve ever had and I have had Traxxas red cat WL toys all of them nitro HPI savage this is The funnest car to drive and it’s really heavy and strong and fast love it

Do the 4s version

Gotta say kev, you are by far my favorite KZfaqr. Your attitude and personality are infectious. Alot of people in this hobby are far too serious, and they forget that its about FUN! Keep it up man I look forward to every video!

Heck, got more to say ... I also own a DHK Zombie 100a and DHK Maximus 120a. The JLB Cheetah 120a absolutely hands down destroyed both of them in quality, speed, and handling. I purchased both DHK's after I had my first 120a Cheetah and was very disappointed. I was going to buy a VKAR Bison also, and called it quits after many review videos. Why waste another $300. I will still buy one sometime as I just have to know for sure...after my 4x4 Rustler purchase. Yes, it takes a few weeks to get parts... Do some 60 mph cartwheels down the street for a few weeks and see what you break. Order 2 or 3 of those parts, wait a few weeks and bash for months. Highly recommend buying a JLB Cheetah 120a (comes with Hobbywing waterproof electronics) runs on 3s-4s and enjoy!

Looks bloody good on the surface, that's probably all the truck the average moderate basher would ever need! I have a few decent things from China but I honestly didn't think this one would live up to the hype. Cant wait to see how it holds up on the ramps.

Make a race with the cheetah, e revo and kraton

Would love to see the 4 s version in a running vid

I got 2 of these things now and they are the best rcs I ever had! I got the 4s versions. And I switched both to 19t pinions. It still wheelies like crazy, but it's a little more manageable. I also put xt90s on like Kevin and added a motor fan. Do yourself a favor and ziptie a nylon kitchen utensil to the rear shock tower and wheelie bar to prevent backflipping (set about 2 inches off the ground). This allows you to hold wheelies for 100ft! If you plan to add a 19t pinion it takes a 32 pitch 5mm bore. You have to drill the bottom motor mesher screw slot to be longer and you might need to cut away some of the gear cover.

That thing is fast on 3s. I bet the 4s would be stupid fast!! I wonder if kev will get a wild thought and put it on 8s lol!! Great vid kev

I just started watching your vids and im addicted. like 15 minuets ago keep up the awsome work!

We have different opinions on what’s ‘dirt cheap’ 😂😂 great video though

Awesome, Love your videos! Thanks for all the Xmaxx videos! Have fun

I bought my first rc car this one, because of you., you are funny man ,keep uploading new videos they are funny

Compare it to a rustler 4x4 when you can get your hands on one. That's what it looks most comparable to in my opinion

The verdicts out until you bash it. Then we'll know what parts are made out of chinesium

Hey Kev, So I decided to buy myself the Jlb cheetah 120a version from Banggood. Many thanks for videos, would luv to see more on the cheetah..

Kevin it would be nice to see more videos of upgrades for this RC like suspension, bearings, gears & dog bones. Seems these parts need attention anytime I do any light bashing & I mean light!

If it's good how it seems, I wonder why did I pay almost 5 times more for my e-revo 2.0

My buddy just got this rig n he’s liking it, i think I’d get one but idk how easy it is to get replacements for it, how did i miss another premier I didn’t get the notifications i think KZfaq has been glitching since it went down

Hi Kev! I already have this RC car (120amp). It is very fast &fun.I ordered it from GearBest and it took a litel while... Than I finally got it an I charged the battery and go for a spin. After 30sec may battery died. Than me and my dad opend it. There was melted solder in battery and we reapird it. 1 month after it the same battery almost exploded. Than i bought a new battery (Modster 4500 3s). I removed the weelie bar and it did standing backflips... Have fun whit it!

What do you think? The vkar bison or the jlb cheetah is better?

Try the vkar bison 120Amp version is even cheaper than JLB

“Advanced radio technology”, lol some toy grade rc cars say that about the controller. The jlb cheetah is amazing

I love you this jlb monster truck..new modern technology good, better and cheap.. All can buy.. Well done brother.

I have wanted to get one of these for awhile, but right when I was about to buy it, I decided to get a 1/8 race buggy instead. Still on my list of rc's to get!

I have that motor in my slash!😂

Skate park ASAP 😍 if it holds up I’m getting one 👌🏼

I had a v1 cheetah, it's same chassis as your v2 or the J3 Speed. IMO the biggest weak point is the rear pivot ball suspension system. That gives too much play in the rear end when it starts to wear, everything gets all wiggly and loose and that makes for a poor handling RC at those speeds after awhile.

I love wathching your vids its all i do at night and in the morning and when i have nothing to do i also watch your vids keep up the good work

Right on here we go.

Do the 4s

aside from a few things this truck can be mistaken for an E Revo. except for the fact that Traxxas doesn't need aluminum to make their stuff last

That RC car is so cool. I will love to have one. PLEASE!

do a review on vkar bison v2 white please. love ur vids great job

Your definition of cheap and my definition of cheap are vastly different.

Looks like a good strong starter for my son before i give him his xmaxx, without even watching you drive it. I ALWAYS ALWAYS BREAK the plastic ones so The metal shock towers alone are sweet.

2:53 he got scared bro 😂😂😂😂

0:16 if you're so excited of doing a KZfaq video 😂

Buy a drift rc car and try to drift

Kev..... if it wasnt for you... the RC cars that you test I would never prchase.. now thanks to you my list has a few of the ones you've tested for me and my kids. Thank you!!!

Yeah review the 120a version that one is absolutely insane on 4s judging by the videos I have seen

NOTHING cheap about the price, sorry.

Kev you need to do a v1 erevo vs v2 erevo video

i ordered this one, i hope to get it this week!!! i can't wait!!! I am already happy with the little rampage i got xD

I see that the Chinese have make very huge progress in the quality of 1/8 and 1/10 rc cars, especially in 1/8 they have done it very perfect. I say that because I have the VRX 2E 1/8 electric buggy 4s a Chinese brand with their own factory and I must say is very good. Of course all the rc cars broke or bend when you make jumps, but if you drive them in a race or in a track they can take many hits and survive. The only downside is the electronics they are very cheap and get hot easily and cut speed if you drive them hard or else they are very strong as vehicles. So thumps up to these Chinese brands like this in the video. I like because you test a chinese rc like that, it's good for the people to see how good quality has the Chinese now.

do the 4s version👍

I reckon take it in the forest

this is a keeper kev i believe you could put some traxxas arms on it and axels have you a beast

I see why they called it a cheers, it always lands on it's wheels

Run it into a brick wall full speed.

Im from philipines bro you can give me bro please😂

Great vid. I'm getting this for xmas (I'm 46).a big kid! Never had an RC before this looks like a good starter one. Been looking at Redcat and Traxxas but they are a little pricey. Would you recommend this as a first bit of kit? Also what's the best way to keep them clean and in good working order? Thanks

Hi Kev...... Just got the 80a myself and I'm really impressed too so far....... Don't think much to the handset though....... Got any recommendations for a transmitter that will run off the original reciever?

@Kevin Talbot i wish you would do a video over your RC battery's and collection and where you go to get batteries. I too RC dont have as many cool trucks as you but im constantly looking for more Lipo's wheres the best place to get them ? and could you do in depth with their weights ? lithium polymer has weight per MaH , alot of those shoddy 18650's for vaping marked 3500 MaH are like 1250 mah rebaddged and i suspect some shoddy lipos from chinesums decendants may also. Would be great to see tests of battery capacity also .

Get some 3.8 badlands run on 4s and hit the skate park. Btw best RC channel around. Much love from USA

Erevo on the outside, Kraton inside, looks like fun.

I'd like to see it at the bmx track. Looks fast and stable enough you could land some nice jumps with it.

Looks like another good one for the upcoming (I hope) wheelie contest!

Blimey that thing can shift on 3S!! Very front-end happy... I like the LED's, nifty! Do you have access to an offroad track? If so, I'd take it there aswell as the skate park.

if you want the 120amp just change the esc

Really needs a centre diff to tame the wheelies, if there is one available get it and do a video with it for the diffrence :) 4s version will be stupid imo

"Guys, check out what's under here...Subscribe!" LOL 😜👍

I can't believe how much power this little deal has with just 3s.

OoB, the 4s version is completely nuts. The arms are a bit brittle when jumping, but the chassis can take it. Make sure you have the lower brace or it'll fold up pretty quick.

I have the 120A version, love it. Only thing i have upgraded was installing a faster steering servo. Bought it last christmas for under 200 euros, nothing can ever beat that price to fun ratio =)

Those wheel nuts are the same size as what I have on my 2017 gt performer (BMX bike) 17mm that thing is a beast it also may be faster than ur XMAXX idk if it's that fast but on 4s it'll probably smoke an XMAXX

I think it's well worth the money my brother they remind me of the revo and the bias and does to big thumbs up bro 👊👊👊👍👍👍👍🤙🤙🤙

Next do vkar bison!!! PLEASE!!! Thanks 🙏

Yeah do the 4s version. places to run it... BMX track, skate park and the golf course. You should also drag it against the e revo, the arma and the hobao, maybe the Xmaxx. Take care Kev, you have inspired me to fix up my Xtm xt2 te, converting it to brushless so me and my 3yr son can use it. keep up the awesome work.

i dont usally like any videos but i like like how energetic you are in this one keep it going!

Do the 120a version! Nice video.

Great video as usual. Can't wait to see the skate park videos of this and the 2speed desert racer. Might be getting that for my 5 year old, depending on you're further analysis. I'm also not getting notifications of your videos. Someday I'll figure the internet out

It’s $275! That’s a lot of money. I think I will just keep my 2007 Nikko Ford F-150. It’s in sad shape, but it works great. I bought a supersonic truck from Walmart for $150 and not to long after owning it the gears were destroyed in the gearbox.

i have the 120 A version and its a BEAST. also have the traxxas e-revo, arrma typhon 3 and 6 s... they are all FUN as hell. but there is something extra fun with the JLB. might be because its my first RC car. but the madness in it is so awesome :D nice video man

Another cracking video Kev, had to laugh at the subscribe sticker under the modelling matt lol

Lmfao ....your subscribe surprise in the beginning was funny as hell

Kev Get the 4s version 👍🏼 . Btw I don’t think the jlb cheetah is durable for skate park. Love your videos 😁 keep posting .

You have so many..!!! I wish if I could afford just this 🙂

@Jacob Holland I agree almost like a tiny xmaxx

Great content and now the subscribers just keep growing, nice on Kev. Keep it up mate.

1:08 we all just got bamboozled

You should do the reverse flip and even try to do a double reverse flip

Definitely want to see 4s version review. Also, can't wait to see this on skatepark. I do want to see the performance on 2s, cause 3s seems crazy, and I have a feeling it won't need to be 4s to be crazy fun I also want to see a comparison to the Erevo 2.0, and Rustler 4x4.

By the way, on 4s I am confident with a 3 foot air plane wing positioned properly atop a Cheetah, it will take flight going down the street!

Close to $300 isn't exactly "dirt cheap" advantage is that it came with a Lipo, pretty sure most of us here already have a few of them laying around anyways though