WLToys A979-B vs WLToys A959-B! GPS Speed Test Competition! High Speed RC Cars from RCMoment!

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6 жыл бұрын

The WLToys A959-B Buggy vs the WLToys A979-B Monster Truck. Both crazy fast but can they reach the specified 70 kmph/43 mph and who will be the fastest for today? Find out here!
All items featured in this video, the WLToys A979-B (aka the Vortex Truck) the WLtoys A959-B (aka the Vortex Buggy) and the SkyRC GSM-010 Speed Meter, was provided by RCMoment, free for review and tests. I have been informed by RCMoment that they are now closed, but you can check out the WLToys A979-B 2.4G 1/18 Scale 4WD Monster Truck, the WLToys A959-B 2.4G 1/18 Scale 4WD Buggy and other RC cars and accessories at Banggood with these affiliate links:
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If you're particular interested in the WLToys A959 and A959-B then check out Part 1 of a new in-depth comparison video series here: • WLToys A959-B vs WLToy...
I sure had fun this day and enjoying my new little GPS and my small test cars. I did encounter some difficulties getting the A979-B up to speed, since it gets a mind of it's own in high speed and any slight adjustment resulted in a roll over. I started with some one-handed driving but soon had to switch to a tripod for filming. Alas, I still do not think I reached it's maximum top speed. The A959-B takes some time getting used to in high speed, but eventually I managed to do some smooth runs.
Would love to hear your opinion about the WLToys High Speed Models, this speed test or any of your own experience with the cars. Next comparison ... could it be interesting to set the A959-B up next to a Traxxas Mini E-revo? Size comparison? GPS Speed Test? Jump competition?
Check out my channel for many more videos with RC models from Tamiya, Traxxas, HBX, WLToys, WPL and many more brands. Tips and tricks, unboxings, running videos, tests, reviews and more.
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WLToys A979-B and A959-B Out-of-the-Box Shared Specifications:
4WD Shaft-Driven
70 KM/h max high speed
1/18th scale
Double Wishbone Suspension front/rear
Metal drive shafts front/rear
2.4GHz Transmitter
2-in-1 ESC and 2.4 Ghz Receiver
540 brushed motor
Transmitter battery: 4 x 1.5V AA battery (not included)
Car battery: 7.4V 1500mAh lithium battery (included)
Car Battery size: 58 x 32 x 20mm (T-plug female)
Charging time: About 120mins
Working time: About 8mins
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WLToys A979-B Off Road Monster Truck Specifications:
Unboxing, first look and first run: • WLToys A979-B Monster!...
Length: 250 mm
Width: 195 mm
Height: 118 mm
Wheelbase: 165 mm
Wheel diameter: 71 mm
Wheel width: 40 mm
Weight: 785 g
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WLToys A959-B RC Off Road Buggy Specifications:
Unboxing, first look and first run: • WLToys A959-B 4WD 70 k...
Length: 250 mm
Width: 180 mm
Height: 90 mm
Wheelbase: 165 mm
Wheel diameter: 60 mm
Wheel width: 27 mm
Weight: 694 g
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#NordicRCVisions Statement:
This video features homemade footage of my own #RcCar #WLToys #WLToysA959 #WLToysA959b #WLToysA979 #WLToysA979b from my personal #RC collection. All rights reserved.
All #RcCars and RC parts in this video are hobby-grade and intended for adults and ages +14 years.

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@jaredshowers1 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid! Love em!! Thanks for sharing! God bless you!

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Jared!

@swaggerfox4826 3 жыл бұрын

Wow I saw these both on amazon and I was stuck between the two. Thank you so much

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

They are both fun models I think!

@brayan_lost9419 2 жыл бұрын

Which one do you get ?

@TomleyRC 6 жыл бұрын

Nice comparison, I'm gonna get the A959 and see what I can get out of it brushless. This gives me a good reference point to work on 👍

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! Appreciate it. This was the general idea. Just to test them out, stock, out-of-the-box, which could provide some reference for others. They do make up a temptation for some upgrades though :-)

@failsafedji1745 2 жыл бұрын

I completely modified mine! First able I replaced the servos because the had 5 pins, then I replaced the ESC / Receiver. Then I was able to use a different Radio, which means I was able to make the Stering not as sensible for better control at high speeds! Like you vid bye the way 😉

@NordicRC 2 жыл бұрын

Hi bro! Thank you. Yeah, adjustable dual rate steering is essential for better and finer control at high speed.

@barrysrcdump3557 6 жыл бұрын

Another great Sunday Special, much more entertaining than three year old antiques programs. 😂 This is all good purchasing information. I think I'd give the MT version a miss but the buggy would be a good tool to practice throttle control.

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Grumpy. Ha ha, I beat a three year old antique programme in entertainment value :-) Yeah, just wanted to test them out, stock form. The buggy is doing quite well, compared to the price and size.

@kkkyouwa 6 жыл бұрын

Both run very fast, they are awesome.👍👍👍

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

They are great fun for the price I think! Thanks for watching, my friend.

@Drax666. 3 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC soundtracks?

@dlafleur3944 4 жыл бұрын

So fast! I like the comparison vids!

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Me too 🙂 They are fun to make, these videos. Thanks a lot for watching.

@dlafleur3944 4 жыл бұрын

Nordic RC Visions is the little truck not wide enough? For better control?

@AdventureTimeRC 5 жыл бұрын

Ill have to check that out thanks for the heads up

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Adventure Time RC!

@MarkBryanRC 6 жыл бұрын

Haha - great fun to watch, Nordic RC Visions! They both seem a little too fast for their own good! ...but then you can always keep off the throttle when you need to - I see what you mean about the Monster Truck version - those taller tyres making it much more unstable. I would be happy if I was given either to play with though! Thumbs up Mikael :-)

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mark! Yeah, those big tractor tires aren't really high speed material for such a tiny light weighted thing :-) The buggy is doing good though, compared to the price, size and speed. Luckily it mostly just spins around when one loses control with it. But it's hard not to press the throttle and just see what happens :-)

@MarkBryanRC 6 жыл бұрын

The throttle is hard to resist mate :-)

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

On this silly cars it is :-)

@TheRcKiwis 4 жыл бұрын

Sweet video!

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Glad you liked it and watched.

@maxkielbasa3324 5 жыл бұрын

OMG Awesome video!!!!

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for commenting and the support, maxkielbasa!

@hollyhillrc 6 жыл бұрын

LoL I thought the Monster Truck was faster than 25kph on the first run. I'm only an occasional speed freak but I do enjoy watching a good speed competition. Thumbs up and Happy Sunday Mikael. : ))

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Derek. Yeah, I'm mostly also only an occasional speed freak too. But when something like this arrives free by post, it's fun to check them out and test them. I was out running my Levant today. With NiMH batteries. Probably did around 25 kmph for real - and I used up 4-5 batteries and enjoyed myself :-) Anything between 10 kmph and 40 and I'm a happy man. Have a great Sunday too, Derek.

@canano1239 5 жыл бұрын

Good video I subscribed

@BowlleuxMobile 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice video i have the a959b and love it

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Hi friend! Cool you have it too. Hope you are having fun with it. I sure am 😀

@TravelistaSisters 4 жыл бұрын

amazing. i love it

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot, Sisters!

@rssummers7835 2 жыл бұрын

Love the video

@NordicRC 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@TheDIYGuy999 6 жыл бұрын

Cool video. I know, it's pretty much impossible to keep them under control @ high speeds. That's why I designed an Arduino stability control system for 5 pin servos.

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, my friend. Yeah, especially the monster truck with those tires. Stability control sounds like a brilliant idea. I need to check those videos out on your channel.

@TheDIYGuy999 6 жыл бұрын

I have also done a partial metal upgrade on the 979b. This lowers its center of gravity.

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

That would definitly help the A979-B! Some other tires would help too. And a stronger servo and servo saver perhaps. It really is difficult (impossible) to control, stock, when it reaches those 50+ kmph.

@creambaeggie7228 6 жыл бұрын

Not true, u need to slowly throttle up and keep it steady , do not apply steering when doing speed passes

@TheDIYGuy999 6 жыл бұрын

The DUDE looks like you have never driven a stable RC car so far, so you don‘t know what stable means 😉

@ZxSkyLineKidxZ 4 жыл бұрын

I have a E-Revo VXL 1/16. That Buggy performs really well!

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Nice! Got one too. Fun for sure!

@didgeteria9068 4 жыл бұрын

One of the worst rc cars i have had that e revo...tumble wumble all the time..it is fast but that is all...i sold my e revo 1/16..and than bought the 1/8 scale...that one is much MUUUCH more fun to drive and i don't have to go flip it back on it's wheels every time i make a turn..still from the truggys i have , i love my HSP SeaRover the best...it's really bice to drive and this is true , it never flipped on me when i am turning even at hi speeds..lovely behaviour..i wish more ppl knew about this car...

@junballs6576 6 жыл бұрын

Fun toys for sure. I got the 979B. Already did some minor metal upgrades & added some LED lights for looks. Really thinking on getting the 959B soon. These are fun bone stock but can't really bash them without something breaking. Also buying parts takes awhile getting here in Honolulu. Thanks for your vid. The 959b looks promising.

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the A959-B is great fun. The A979-B is fun too, just not as capable at high speed on tarmac with the big monster truck tires and the high ground clearence. They actually seem very durable to me and great for bashing. The 979 has taken a lot of tumbles on the tarmac (as shown in this vid) and I’ve bashed and jumped the A959 pretty hard (new video coming up this weekend) without anything broken. Fun toys like you said. Thanks for watching mate!

@ultrarcgasolina9890 2 жыл бұрын

Verdade

@RcBasherBoi 6 жыл бұрын

They both run amazing, I'm sure you can upgrade the tires on the truck also check if the servo horn or the servo arm has play if it does then thats why you can't keep it straight. Great video 👍

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks. my friend. Yeah, I think tires are the key element. The buggy is much more controllable than the MT, and I suspect even better tires on the buggy could make it less prone to spinning. Servo, servo horn and adjustable turn buckles (for toe-in) could also help dramatically. But my spare time is limited, and I have my Tamiyas :-) The WLToys High Speed models are great fun, and I just wanted to test them out bone-stock. I see a lot of other people upgrading them dramatically though. Looks like fun projects.

@joeljoel12428 2 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC wich is faster the tamiya or the 959b?

@suleostudios8747 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@isaaclyonsf1 6 жыл бұрын

Cool!

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Isaac! Just a little test, stock, out-of.the-box.

@ultrarcgasolina9890 2 жыл бұрын

Show parabéns muito sucesso gostei muito

@lloyderc 4 жыл бұрын

I ordered the buggy . Can’t wait to run it. I’ll be racing my nephew erevo for sure lol

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Nice, Lloyd! It's a fast little one for sure! Hope you and your nephew will have a lot of fun RCing. So cool.

@BookdeMoisesoficial 3 жыл бұрын

Nice perfect

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@TheBestOrion 4 жыл бұрын

If I had to pick one, I'd definitely go with the A959-B. All of the tumbling that the truck does makes me nervous 🤪 ether way you can't beat the price point for these hobby grade rc's. Also the availability of parts is nice 👍

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Exactely my thoughts. Much easier to keep from flipping and rolling in high speed. Yeah definitely love these small ones. Great value for the money. Thanks a lot fir watching, Orion.

@ernieirishmaghirang 4 жыл бұрын

A959B even looks cooler But i am choosing which one should i pick Because i do not know which is more durable And the 979 is better than the 959 at offroading But the 959 is faster than the 979 But correct me if i am wrong Because that was just my opinion

@TheBestOrion 4 жыл бұрын

@@ernieirishmaghirang they are both pretty durable. It just depends on what you do more. If you like off-road bashing I'd go with the 79. If you like on road speed runs or slalom/tracks, 59 would be the way to go.

@ernieirishmaghirang 4 жыл бұрын

@Orion VanNortwick, thanks!

@ernieirishmaghirang 4 жыл бұрын

Orion VanNortwick but what is better for driving or drifting in sand?

@marchesicid 4 жыл бұрын

Show!

@christophercoconis2575 6 жыл бұрын

Nice comparison Mikael!! Those little bugger's are real quick.. I'll stick with my 1\10 cars thou 😊

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Chris. Ha ha, yeah, they are great fun, but my passion lies with 1/10 too. But fun to test, now that they where free :-)

@christophercoconis2575 6 жыл бұрын

Nordic RC Visions No doubt my friend free is a great reason..lol Yeah with your collection there is no mistake your passion is Tamiya Mikael!! Looking forward to seeing some of those beautiful projects again bud 😊

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Wish you had a channel too. I could be enjoying your Tamiyas too :-)

@christophercoconis2575 6 жыл бұрын

Nordic RC Visions I've been thinking about it bud. But I don't have a clue on how to go about that let alone doing the editing and what to film with? 😕 Also be a pretty small channel with only 6 RC's Vkar Bison, Associated RC10 B4.2, Stadium Blitzer, DB01 Baldre, DT02MS, Manta Ray and DF01/TA01 chassis and spare parts to build a 4wd stadium truck in the future..lol

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Ohh, just do 1-3 minutes one-takes on your phone and upload them. Some close-ups where one can see the car and some running. I do that on my "Tamiya Tuesdays". Couldn't be simpler :-) Something to share with other RC and Tamiya enthusiasts. But only do it if you find it fun filming etc. The second I'm not enjoying myself with this youtube-sharing-thing I will stop. Would love to see that Baldre, Manta Ray and DT-02MS! :-)

@nandasaputra4055 5 жыл бұрын

thank you

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

You are welcome :-)

@jdpasl 6 жыл бұрын

Insane fast

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Spot on. Crazy insanly fast for their size :-) Thanks for watching, pal.

@Scoop940 4 жыл бұрын

I assume these come with multiple channels? We have several other RC cars that clash controllers so can't be used together

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

These are 2.4 GHz, so no multiple channels to senest from. Each car has it’s own channel, receiver and transmitter bound together. No frequency disturbance. Just important to turn them on in the right order, cars and transmitters.

@nishblaze 5 жыл бұрын

one more question. Can you run these two at the same time? I'm asking cuz my friend wants to get the truck and i think they are both 2.4 ghz.

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, they are both 2.4G so if they bind correctly there will be no problem.

@vacuumpowered6119 5 жыл бұрын

Yes

@silviamills5218 5 жыл бұрын

When deciding between the monster truck and the buggy what are the pros and cons of both? Which should I buy? Which is better off road? How do they both handle? Which is the toughest? And most importantly which is the most controllable at full speed?

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

In my humble opinion, the buggy with the smaller buggy tires wins it all. The wheels/tires are pretty much the only difference, but it keeps the gearing a little down and keeps the centre of gravity a little down too, which results in better control. The bigger MT wheels has more ground clearance for off road though.

@silviamills5218 5 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC thx

@PERTHWESTOZRC 6 жыл бұрын

Good stuff buddy, I love these A959B and 79B series from wltoys.. I done some speed tests on mine.. My A959B managed 56.2kph on stock 2s running slightly different semi slick tyres and threw a 3s in it and got just over 64kph.

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, PerthWestOZ RC! Yeah, they are great fun for the price. Nice, that is close to the same speed as I measured mine to on the stock 2S.

@PERTHWESTOZRC 6 жыл бұрын

Nordic RC Visions yeah I've seen people fake it here on youtube saying that it does 71kph on stock 2s yet their videos don't show them clearing out the gps speed reader to zero lol. These cars do not do that speed out of the box plain and simple.. Still very fast though for a cheap rc car. I have fitted grippier 1/10 scale tyres to my 959b buggy so will be testing it out again on 3s soon

@nishblaze 5 жыл бұрын

Can anyone recommend the best battery for the green one? I just want more running time. Thanks

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

There is so little room in the battery compartment, so in my opinion the best solution is to get more of the 1500 mah 2S batteries and switch them out.

@crawemer 4 жыл бұрын

I got a second one and paralleled them. Promptly smoked the motor. Lol too much weight on too tall tires. Put a traxxas 12t 550 and some 60mm tires and it's all good now. Fastest yet👍

@thepretiso 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I would like to know one thing, I have both models and A959-B has more "stiff" differential, when I move with one wheel, all of them are spinning but on A979-B, the differential is flawless, spins only the opposite wheel. Did you notice this also? I am wondering if this is for purpose or it's just a thing on my specific A959 piece. Thanks!!

@NordicRC 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure. I think it’s the same differential. But maybe the grease is different. And sometimes it’s metal and sometimes not, on these b-versions. They are not known for consistency.

@STEVOD313 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome comparison brotha! Basically only difference is tires, looks to be the same oh n body too! Very cool brotha great video!👍👍👊👊📹📹

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, exactely. The tires make up the basic difference, and the difference is huge in terms of handling and controlling. Those small buggy tires compared to the big tractor tiresis what keeps the buggy from rolling and flipping all the time. Thanks for the feedback, support and thanks for watching, bro!

@ragerprasad7442 2 жыл бұрын

these cars with the 3s and 4s lipo batteries are like the speed of light

@NordicRC 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely. And a bit hard to control 😅

@mrjesperklausen 6 жыл бұрын

Rockets 😁. Can see the apeal for young kids in these. Fast and affordable. Nothing for me though, I prefer my rc’s controllable 😎

@philthyco1 6 жыл бұрын

These cars just need tuning.

@mrjesperklausen 6 жыл бұрын

😀

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Small rockets yeah. Too fast for their own good. They seem quite durable though, so a kid could have fun with them. I think the 390 version would be more than enough for them though. But I guess, nowadays, when the kid next door has the 540 version a kid want that one too. Huh. I don't know. I had a lot of fun with my Nikko Turbo Panther. Plenty of power back then.

@roadstar499 3 жыл бұрын

do they have full ball bearings everywhere needed??? or crappy bushings?thanks

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Editions differ a little, but all the ones I have tried so far have bushings in the wheels and bearings inside in the drive line.

@AdventureTimeRC 5 жыл бұрын

Good video ive been trying to decide what one to get first think im going with buggie

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I definitly like the buggy more. More controllable. Got a new series up now, comapring the A959 with the A959-B. I actually like the standard A959 the best of them all so far. More controllable, less crazy speed, more run time, no hot motors/ESCs. But it's a personal choice :-) All of them I think are great fun for the price and quite durable.

@popwall4297 4 жыл бұрын

Adventure Time RC you got to be kidding after seeing this video you still want one

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

All items featured in this video, the WLToys A979-B, the WLtoys A959-B and the SkyRC GSM-010 Speed Meter, was provided by RCMoment, free for review and tests. I have been informed by RCMoment that they are now closed, but you can check out the WLToys A979-B 2.4G 1/18 Scale 4WD Monster Truck, the WLToys A959-B 2.4G 1/18 Scale 4WD Buggy and other RC cars and accessories at Banggood (see description box for links).

@kamilaumpirowicz964 6 жыл бұрын

Nordic RC Visions

@rccartips 5 жыл бұрын

Hi do they operate on the same frequency? Can two cars run and race together?

@James-be1gw 5 жыл бұрын

rccartips yes they can run together

@masterofallmemes1771 5 жыл бұрын

Rc Nordic can I use a wltoys esc and remote on a tamiya pumpkin

@frankbarns2137 5 жыл бұрын

I haven't been into the hobby for a long time and only had a entry level sagitta from radio shack..bit a 540 in a truggy that small is awesome

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

I would say awesome and crazy at the same time :-) Too fast for their own good, but that's the fun of them, I would say. Thanks for watching, Frank, and welcome to the hobby!

@soviabella8601 5 жыл бұрын

good boys

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

😄

@dlafleur3944 4 жыл бұрын

Ever had any problems with Banggood? Either not delivering time or receiving the wrong item?

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

No. Well, sometimes it takes some time if from the China warehouse but with some patience everything has been spot on.

@but531 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice video. How much run time you have see from the buggy ? In my wl toys 144001 i have see around 15 minutes with the stock 1500 mah 2s lipo with 3300 kv motor.

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. Not much run time with these stock wise. Probably about 5-10 min.

@wunderlichD 3 жыл бұрын

Aren’t they the same car, chassis, motor battery esc/rec combo? The only difference are the wheels, tires and shell?

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah. Exactly! But changing the wheels/tires can have dramatically effect on stability, ride height and gear ratio.

@nishblaze 5 жыл бұрын

The green has an upgraded version but has a smaller motor. I heard they have about the same speed. If thats true should i get the new upgraded version?

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

These two in the video, the B-versions, are the upgraded versions with the 540. Theoretically the A979-B should go a little faster with the larger tires/wheels (and therefore an increased gear ratio).

@nishblaze 5 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC I meant this one. US Wltoys A959 Upgraded Version 1/18 2.4G 4WD RTR Off-Road Buggy RC Car toy Y2O6 . It's on ebay.

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Check out my other video series with the standard (upgraded) A959 in my channel :-)

@esmokebaby 3 жыл бұрын

What one is better with jumps air control and abole to take a beating when landing with less broken parts

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Think they will perform the same way 🙂 Maybe the big soft tires will help the A979 a bit though.

@esmokebaby 3 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC ok thanks

@MajorOSC 6 жыл бұрын

it needs ground effects and spoilers! lol

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, some better traction for them both would be wonderful I agree :-) Thanks for watching, James.

@NO_MONEY_NO_LOVE 3 жыл бұрын

2:55 watching on 0.25x The moment when start flying... ✈

@DIRTDIVER882 4 жыл бұрын

Are these motors really big or is it just bc the cars are smaller? I just ordered the A979B vehicle.after researching for a cpl days bc its me My first rc.

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Well, it all depends on the size. It's relative. A 780 motor is big for a 1/10 and a 540 or 380 is big for a 1/18. But I see that the 380 or 390 is becoming more and more common in 1/18th scale vehicles these days. But back then when this was released, in 2014, even a 390 was considered large for a 1/18th. Normally that's the size for the 1/12th scale.

@joelryan8881 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, the motor is big for ur 1st rc, i got 1 as my 1st and i thought it was quite big

@lesleyrcfun 6 жыл бұрын

Nice little fast cars! Seems a bit unstable at high speed. maybe shock oil, foam inserts or sway bars?

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

They are pretty dun :-) The buggy is definitly the most reliable of the two. Yes, that would definitly help. Maybe also a set of new tires, stronger servo and servo saver, and then some turn buckles to adjust the toe-in. I doubt I will find time to work on these though. These are great fun but my Tamiyas are waiting :-) Thanks for watching again, Lesley.

@carlover5394 3 жыл бұрын

Hello mate nice cars. I wonder this vortex a979-b in your video is stock from the electric motor, where i can find it? To buy

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Hi bro. Yes, it's stock. KZfaq videos got a description box below the video. Usually you can find links and info etc. here.

@carlover5394 3 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC thanks mate. I saw an other with 390 engine 700mah Battery. That's you play it's faster and better?

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Not better. But faster. I prefer the ones with the 390 motor but if you wanna go crazy fast then it’s the one with the 540 motor (b-versions)

@VoidXRC 6 жыл бұрын

Well it's not quite the 70kph they were advertising lol. Still not too bad though. My 959b converted to brushless is hitting 70kphnow though

@thegotti7088 6 жыл бұрын

Void X RC mines clocked at 71 so yeah it's the real deal.

@VoidXRC 6 жыл бұрын

Very nice! Is it a stock one or did you modify it at all?

@thegotti7088 6 жыл бұрын

Void X RC it's stock my upgrades are in the mail

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, seen a lot of videos where they reach top speed at 50-60 kmph. And then a few above. Yeah, your 959-B is top knotch. Love your upgrade videos with it, though I doubt I will do any more with this. Need to get back to my Tamiyas :-)

@borismemedov 6 жыл бұрын

Which you used brushless motor model

@matthewlim-dot-ml 5 жыл бұрын

Please put a casle creations mamba brushless set into a959! It would be awesome.

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve actually thought about that - could be fun 😄 Got some new ones and a series going on now.

@matthewlim-dot-ml 5 жыл бұрын

It would be absolutely bonkers! :D

@anasazlan_ 5 жыл бұрын

I already buy the a959 model it was nice but I don't know what is the buttons at the remote

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Nice! Hope you’re having fun with it. The buttons on the remote are for trimming. One for steering (left/right) and one for throttle (forwards/reverse). So if your A959 steers a little to the left (without you steering it) you can trim it to the right. If your A959 moves a little forward or reverse (without you touching the throttle) you can trim it and find the neutral position.

@anasazlan_ 5 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC thanks bro i will try it

@anasazlan_ 5 жыл бұрын

Nordic RC Visions i already try the buttons but why the 2buttons for forward and reverse didnt work?

@anasazlan_ 5 жыл бұрын

Nordic RC Visions can you suggest a video? so that i can understand.tq

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Well, if they work, the car should in theory move forward and reverse, at least in full outer trimmed positions.

@rohanchivukula2809 3 жыл бұрын

So overall which would you say is a better buy considering the handling, battery life, and speed but great speed test i've watched this so many times lol

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Rohan! For me, I like the buggy version A959-B best myself. Lower center of gravity, smaller wheels, more control. But I even like the standard version better. Smaller motor, lower gear ratio. Still fast, less heat, more control, more run time.

@JSDAlas 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, i'm planning to get either of this 2, is it possible to upgrade it to a brush less motor? thank you!

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Hello J.D: Yeah, you can easily upgrade it to a brushless motor, although it would require you to change all the other electronics as well (radio, servo, esc). These come with a brushed 2-in-1 ESC/Receiver and a non-standard 5-wire servo, so if you change the motor to brushless you will have to change the ESC to brushless and get a new separate radio (receiver/transmitter) and standard servo that fits your receiver. Many of the pinion gears are hard to get off the stock motor, so you might need a new pinion too and preferably a steel one.

@JSDAlas 5 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC well that abit of complicated thing to do.. im about to enter this hobby, came from drone to rc stuffs.. will you suggest this as a beginners rc? Im looking forward to get a nitro rc in the future. But i need learn more about rc's cars 1st. Am i doing it right?

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, well, I think the standard A959 (which I have measured to around 40 kph, check out my other video series with it in my channel) would be a good beginner RC. But just take note that these small 1/18 cars will get in trouble quickly on rough off road terrain. And even 40 kph with a small 1/18 can seem fast for a beginner, but once you get a hang of it, it can be fun too. You definitely do not need to upgrade it to a brushless system right away. And brushed motors can actually be just as fast as brushless motors, it depends on the RPM specified on the individual motor. But brushless motors are good for getting some "punch" (torque, acceleration) and they are more durable/maintenance free and normally consume less battery (if set up against a brushed with the same RPMs). But an A959 will be an affordable way to try out a little hobby-grade RC car for the first time, that is at the same time fast.

@JSDAlas 5 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC i'll take note of that! Thank you so much! :D

@nathanyoung3861 5 жыл бұрын

Yah Bangood has em for the 979 with esc and wire's etc.. For around 30 bucks

@maxkielbasa3324 5 жыл бұрын

Are the 959 and 979 pretty much the same except for wheels and body? I just got the 959 and it is awesome on the street but I think the 979 would be better off road

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, exactly the same except wheels/tires and body (and body mounts). The A959 and A959-B are defintily, in my humble opinion, better and more stable on the street. I'm not sure if the A979 is better off road, but it has more ground clearence and larger tires so in theory it would so better on rougher terrain. But it's a tumbling little car, and likes to flip/roll. The A959 is nice off road too, more stable with a lower center of gravity. You can see the A959 and A959-B off road on the beach in one of my latest videos.

@timgooding2448 5 жыл бұрын

They also have a different spur and pinion gear.

@crazydobermann 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Guy, thanks for your video it’s a big help in my choice 😉 Just one question can you confirm that the brake of the A959-b don’t stop immediately the car (like an ABS)? Is it normal? I just received mine and all works perfect just this where I have a doubt !! Thanks bro (from France 👍🏻)

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, bro. Uhh, sorry it’s been a while since I was out with any of these so I can’t really remember.

@crazydobermann 3 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC ok no problem guy! After another test I think it’s normal ;) Thanks for your quick reply! Continue your video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@harithsyahiran4478 3 жыл бұрын

Dan you play both cars at the same time despite having the same 2.4 Ghz ?

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah. Just switch on the cars and transmitters in the right order and you can run as many as you want to at the same time.

@melvinband36 4 жыл бұрын

great alternative rtr quality pro rc to kyosho n tamiya which cost 2 to 4 time more then this wltoys 👍

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it’s a great alternative for affordable RTR models. Love them but I do love Tamiya and Kyosho too ☺️

@chris147258 3 жыл бұрын

Any update about the models of WLToys - or is there any other suitable brand? (same price range)

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

The new WLToys 144001 is great too. And yeah, HBX produces a lot of similar cheap durable cars. Geared a bit lower than the WLToys though.

@chris147258 3 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC thanks, I am looking for one which can be throttled regarding the max speed. Any suggestions?

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

HBX has some, with throttle adjustment or slow/fast settings. The WLToys A959-A version also got it.

@chris147258 3 жыл бұрын

I am getting the 959-B now, but still thinking about to reduce the max speed

@ganasbuaya 5 жыл бұрын

are that 959b using plastic gear? can we swap them to metal?

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, check out my channel. I got a complete tear down/autopsy of both the A959-B and A959 where you can check out all the parts.

@mughamatbob2579 5 жыл бұрын

Were did you buy the a979b?

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Yaseen Abderoof It says in the video, in the description box and in the pinned comment. How did you miss it? ☺️☺️☺️ I got them from RCMoment. But thanks for watching, Yaseen.

@messikhan2233 6 жыл бұрын

GR8 FUN

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Exactly! It a was Fun fun to make :-) Thanks for watching, buddy!

@_____s___ 4 жыл бұрын

Nordic RC: "Doesnt flip easily" 2nd run: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iKeEd8-fy6mmf2g.html Boi

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

What? With flip I mean flip around. But still spin around.

@roadstar499 3 жыл бұрын

why is this truck flipping at end of speed runs all the time...??? are they hitting the brakes or turning? i ran fast cars years ago and was able to then turn around after speed pass of 40 plus mph...thax

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I can do that easily with many of my other ones, even 2WD. But these are small and flimsy, got a mind of their own, and I also bet I had to hit the brakes full force a couple of times on this small run way.

@genom7673 3 жыл бұрын

Hi the remote control on the machine takes over control from both machines, how to change?

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure how your cars are set up. But turn on the radio and cars in the right order.

@ferv888 4 жыл бұрын

I just buyed the a959 b and an extra battery ,should i wait a minute before i put the 2dn battery in so the motor can cool down or can i put it in and drive till the 2 batteries are out. And is it dangerous if i put a 1500mA battery instaed of a 1400mA battery in, they are both 7.4V and in the discription it says that i can put it in my a959B

@ferv888 4 жыл бұрын

this is a good channel i'm going to sub

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! Welcome on board ☺️

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

With the A959-B, I would always recommend pauses. The motor/ESC can get incredible hot. Not much difference between a 1400 mah and 1500 mah, in terms of what an ESC can handle. But check the temp of your motor/ESC as often as you can and let them cool down if needed.

@ferv888 4 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC thanks for anwering ,now i know what to with my car and batteries ☺😃

@CQCTUMP 4 жыл бұрын

Which one more durable when jumping ?

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Don't think there's more difference, but the Monster Truck tires might provide some softer landing though.

@ModellbautechnikSalzkammergut 4 жыл бұрын

cool

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, friend!

@warrenibbotson3126 4 жыл бұрын

Would you drive your real car 70kmh in that confined space?

@Skidfreaks_southeast 5 жыл бұрын

I have seen on other KZfaq videos the a979b doing 43MPH so maybe is the type of road you're on?

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

cars on Wheels I’m afraid not. Tested them in other videos, on perfect tarmac (see my channel). If you search for speed runs in general on youtube, you will find approx. same top speeds (50-60 kph) in a lot of them. Especially in all the more reliable and trust worthy RC channels 😉

@Skidfreaks_southeast 5 жыл бұрын

So would you say the a959b is better ?

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Depends what fun one wants :-) it’s fun running a monster truck off road (like the A979-B) but I definitly found that the A959-B is more stable on road in top speed, with the smaller wheels/tires and lower center of gravity.

@tonyzeno2715 4 жыл бұрын

I have the lil vortex buggy and for the money you cannot find a funner faster RC car,, I think I nabbed it up on online for like $43 Brand New RTR with the Controller, Batteries etc.. about a year ago. Its a great Entry level into RC cars without having to shell out $200 to $300 for like a Traxxas or LOSI or the higher end brands.. I did upgrade the front suspension support to an aluminum one.. I am stepping up to a larger and giving the Vortex Buggy to my 10 Yr old Son.. Hopefully he can handle it.

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I agree. For the money it’s excellent. A great entry-level and also just fun for us that want to try out 1/18th Scale without spending too much money. Hope your son will like it too! Thanks for watching, Jay!

@unt0uchabl3k1la5 3 жыл бұрын

Can u run both at the same time or is there interference ?

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it’s 2.4 GHz.

@f1wrep 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I have the A979-B and It's so difficult to keep it straight!! I don't know how you did that! I also have some problems with the engine...i wish it's all ok

@NordicRC 2 жыл бұрын

As you can see I struggle keeping the A979-B straight too at max. speed

@azmainyt4640 2 жыл бұрын

Which car should I buy A959 or A979

@larrydommer9109 4 жыл бұрын

Really curious how they cab achieve speeds that cars that cost twice as much can't. Would gutting the electronics, and putting them in a 1/12 or 1/10 be feasible. I have a brushless 1/10 scale truck that I got for $129, and by completely disassembling, and lubricating every moving part with either synthetic oil, or lithium Grease, and sanding out rough parts, and trying to balance the tires, that I can get 54 KM/H on a flat surface. I'd buy the 959B in a second if I could bump my 1/10 truck up to 64 KM/H by swapping in the 959B electronics.

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, well, it's a matter of the weight of the car, gear ratio, voltage and rpm of the motor. So if you put the same electronic set-up in another heavier car with a lower gear ratio, it will not go as fast. I think 54 is a good speed. Usually I set up my 1/10 brushless models up with a gear ratio of about 9:1 and to go about 35-45 kph. It's a good speed for both off road and on road. Not too fast, not too slow.

@larrydommer9109 4 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC I'm pretty aware of most of that. I started racing when speed controls were a wrapped copper tube with a servo slider. I had a gear drawer with at least 30 pinion and drive gears. Motors were all brushed and either 28 turn stock, or modified with armature winds as low as 12. Now I race (I shouldn't even say "race"). Now I run for fun and try to buy the chinese junk, and see if I can tune, and/or modify it to perform like the expensive stuff I claim I can't afford anymore. I'm glad I don't have to track The hours I have in my truck that I can squeeze 54KM/H out of. I'm sure you can empathize. Sometimes I'll spend all day or (all week-shhhh) working on something, only to come up with an innovation, that doesn't resemble the idea. Anyway - I've been thinking about this too long now. Time to get the credit card out, and build a hybrid.

@jackdaniels2657 2 жыл бұрын

Just buy the a979b it's only 80 bucks

@5445546556556556 3 жыл бұрын

Any chance you know how to change the radio frequency on these as me and friend both have one

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

It's 2.4Ghz so they bind separately. Should be no problem.

@reyvalcorza1786 5 жыл бұрын

Man i wish i have bought this rather than my e revo

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

I have loved running both the erevo (1/16) and these. Very different cars. The e-revo is quite fun off road too, where these small narrow 1/18 lack some skills.

@reyvalcorza1786 5 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC so erevo is worth it?

@ZxSkyLineKidxZ 4 жыл бұрын

@@reyvalcorza1786 To me, well worth it. If parts get broken it can easily be replaced; but upgrade the broken parts the better quality ones so slowly your car will be upgraded. The first to go in my E-Revo was my Servo and I upgraded it to the metal gears. I do less bashing now 😅

@stinerivera2543 5 жыл бұрын

How come the buggy version sits lower than the monster truck?

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Hi my friend! Because of the tires/wheels. Buggy tires are smaller than monster truck tires.

@BasBoyRC 6 жыл бұрын

The buggy is just so much better.

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, so so much better. Saves one from walking back and forth when the MT flips and rolls, like you mentioned else where. The buggy mostly just spins around. And that could even probably be reduced with other tires. So much more fun :-)

@faizkhan3179 4 жыл бұрын

Hi nordic rc visions which car is better a959 or a959b ?

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Faiz. Got a whole comparison series with the two if you want to check it out. I can’t say which is best, but personally I prefer the A959. Better control, better run time, less heat. But the A959-B is fun too, for the crazy speed 🙂

@faizkhan3179 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks nordic rc visions 👍

@MaulaqodusMq Ай бұрын

Is ok i like

@silviamills5218 5 жыл бұрын

Those are faster than my Rustler.

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, even a bit faster than the stock E-Revo in my tests. But really so much more uncontrollable. They are extremely over powered. My favorites are the standard editions with the smaller motor.

@medmed6996 6 жыл бұрын

Hi man! Thx for the vid... Which one do u suggest A979b or A959b in terms of steering, durability and fun please?? I'm planing to buy one.

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, mate! Personally I prefer the A959b. More stable at high speed.

@medmed6996 6 жыл бұрын

Thank u sooooo much bro..

@Force-tv4qp 5 жыл бұрын

Hey about buggy edition did you read it? You can play only 10 minute ! Oh sorry it was 6 minute video

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Read what? Yeah, the A959-B has a much shorter run time than the A959, because of the larger motor and the higher gearing. Get’s hot real quick too.

@MegaTrellos 3 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC wich one has shorter time?

@MechaGodzillaFan-hg9rm 2 жыл бұрын

the only thing i dont like about the dash ev witch i have is if you like floor it in will flip or spin

@NordicRC 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it’s quite uncontrollable. I like the A959 and A979 standard editions better. Check them out on the channel.

@Grandpasaab 5 жыл бұрын

Which/what 1/10 wheels do u recommand for the 959b?

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

For on road speed runs? The best 1/10th 12 mm hex 4WD street buggy tire/wheel set I have are the Louise E-Rocket 1/10 Buggy Tire/Wheel set. They are amazing, in my opinion. Think I’m gonna get some 12 mm adaptors for this one and try them out, see if the offset fits.

@Grandpasaab 5 жыл бұрын

@@NordicRC really curious!!! My 959b is like 2 years old. Layed it away because it was broken. Now like 1.5 year later I miss it and took it out of the box to just take it apart for guns and see what broke. (When I played with it already broke 2 diffs and some more whoops haha) I ordered a new metal pinion and spur gear, dont like the plastic cuffs so full metal ones, 4 new axles and 4 new hub adapters.

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Dutchnoskillz Sounds like it will be running good now! Yeah, no need to go plastic gears again. If mine ever strips their gears, I might as well get metal gears too.

@Grandpasaab 5 жыл бұрын

well this is already my 2nd set of diffs, i was stupid to try a burnout with the front against a pole, the wheels ofc wont spin so within a second both my diffs were stripped, bought new plastic diffs and the diff is still oke, but i saw a video of a A959B with a 3S lipo and i am amazed by that. Rather go for full metal gears now :)

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

Dutchnoskillz Yeah, last a little longer ☺️

@Remoteaddicted 6 жыл бұрын

Very nice run! The super shitty suspension makes it harder to drive fast :D Any changes needed to reach 70km/h?

@NordicRC 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, the suspension is rather nice I think. Just needs proper oil filled dampers (some say the stock ones have o-rings and everything so you can actually just apply oil to the stock ones). Apart from that tires, a stronger servo and servo saver and adjustable turn buckles for toe-in could help dramatically. But I don't think these will run 70 kmph. In most of the speed runs I've seen they wind out at 50-60 kmph. I did have some very straight and long runs with the A959-B buggy here. With a completely fresh battery I suspect it could go past 60 mph. I've seen a few (very few) that measures them to 70-71 kmph, but 90% is below or around 60 kmph, with the stock set-up.

@philthyco1 6 жыл бұрын

yes the shocks are oil filled check it out kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q9OVntNi387Qk6M.html

@philthyco1 6 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g8hdosaavaqVk2w.html

@josephpm2940 4 жыл бұрын

How many pounds got GPS tracker?

@NordicRC 4 жыл бұрын

How much it weighs? Not much, but maybe enough to slow down the vehicle one or two kph. Not sure.

@silviamills5218 5 жыл бұрын

You need a longer run up

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

No, I don't think so. Since it is so light weighted it winds out pretty quickly even with the high gearing. It's very easy to hear/see/feel when running it. GPS tested it lot's of times, also with loner run up (see other videos). All the other channels (that I trust) measure it to the same speed (56-60 kph).

@Rtlate420 3 жыл бұрын

Whats different a979b and a979

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! Motor size, gearing and size of LiPo battery are the main differences

@olgabolya-polanyi8990 4 жыл бұрын

GODD,

@BollyLu44 2 жыл бұрын

Is that without upgrading it

@NordicRC 2 жыл бұрын

Both are bone-stock yes :-)

@parteshgatuh9113 3 жыл бұрын

Are you tune this or dont

@NordicRC 3 жыл бұрын

Both 100% stock

@rull135 Жыл бұрын

My personal opinion, A979B only travels 53kmh due to weight, the 4 tires are bigger, affects the weight of the rc

@NordicRC Жыл бұрын

Ahh, not sure the little extra weight would have such an impact. In fact bigger tire diameter should, theoretically, increase the top speed compared to the buggy tires. Problem is center of gravity and ride height.

@rionnsrcchannel6769 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, in the link it's £80 FOR THE 979B and £150 for 12428. Is this in u.k I take?

@NordicRC 5 жыл бұрын

I am not able to help you with questions regarding prices and shipping, sorry. Just re-distributing the non-affiliate link from the dealer that send me the model for tests, for those that are interested knowing where I got it from. You need to direct questions to the dealer.

@rionnsrcchannel6769 5 жыл бұрын

Nordic RC Visions I u sweat and that, subbed... Thank you!!!