capri-boy Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Without doubt some of the current crop of r/c scale crawlers and trail vehicles are amazingly detailed. Whether it is a self-assembly kit or a ready-to-run model, the scale finishing is breathtaking. However with this comes a price and for beginners looking to enter the r/c hobby for the first time, these expensively priced beauties can be just too much for some pockets. FTX have recognised this and with the release of their new Outback range, they aim to bring scale r/c enjoyment to the masses. The Outback platform features a twin rail type chassis with locked axles at either end for maximum ground clearance and drive, while the multi-link suspension provides excellent articulation to traverse off road terrain. The Outback uses a brushed 370-sized motor and 2/3A sized battery, keeping costs and overall weight down. The gearbox is geared perfectly for high torque, slow speed driving, while the waterproof 2-in-1 ESC unit provides proportional power. Scale finished wheels and all-terrain supersoft tyres with memory foam help maintain the rigs drive over most surfaces. Front and rear scale looking bumpers come with pre-installed LED lights for added scale realism and with three instantly recognisable classic 4x4 body styles there is an Outback ready for you and waiting to hit the trail.FTX Outback Trail Vehicle Features: 2.4ghz radio system Waterproof 40A 2-in-1 speed control Waterproof axle mounted 3kg steering servo Brushed 370 motor 7.2v 1500mah NiMH battery & wall charger Ball bearings Twin rail metal frame chassis Multi-link suspension for smooth articulation Low CG centre 3-gear high torque transmission Front and rear locked axles Telescopic universal driveshafts Oil filled shock absorbers Adjustable battery mount Aluminium suspension links and steering hub for durability Supersoft all terrain tyres with memory foam Scale looking front and rear bumpers with factory fitted LED lights Full range of option parts available Spec Check: Scale Size: 1/10th Length: 416mm Width: 200mm Height: 230mm Wheelbase: 250mm Weight: 1350g Gear Ratio: 1:88 Tyre Diameter: 105mm Wheel Diameter: 54mm Ground Clearance: 76mm Source: https://www.facebook.com/CMLDistribution/posts/10154650515303319 View full news article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 I see these being popular. FTX are beginning to really make some tidy kit, imho of course. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOFX Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 At crawling pace, it shouldn't shatter like most ftx trucks. Hmmmm. Might be worth investing in. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewbacca Posted October 17, 2016 Share Posted October 17, 2016 On 10/14/2016 at 19:52, NOFX said: At crawling pace, it shouldn't shatter like most ftx trucks. Hmmmm. Might be worth investing in. My Carnage has never "Shattered". Nor has my Hooligan. To be fair, my Surge certainly did shatter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capri-boy Posted October 17, 2016 Author Share Posted October 17, 2016 On 10/14/2016 at 19:52, NOFX said: At crawling pace, it shouldn't shatter like most ftx trucks. Hmmmm. Might be worth investing in. 36 minutes ago, chewbacca said: My Carnage has never "Shattered". Nor has my Hooligan. To be fair, my Surge certainly did shatter. Vantage was a pig for snapping shock shafts and towers - i'd imagine the carnage / hooligan's shell absorbs a lot of impact that would otherwise cause issues - though that's equally true for any brand. I've no interest in this but scraping funds for FTX's other new 1:10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOFX Posted October 17, 2016 Share Posted October 17, 2016 My viper breaks if I look at it the wrong way. The rage is the same. HobbyKing stuff is way tougher & a lot cheaper. Pity about the 79 day wait for parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewbacca Posted October 19, 2016 Share Posted October 19, 2016 On 10/17/2016 at 19:17, capri-boy said: Vantage was a pig for snapping shock shafts and towers - i'd imagine the carnage / hooligan's shell absorbs a lot of impact that would otherwise cause issues - though that's equally true for any brand. I've no interest in this but scraping funds for FTX's other new 1:10 I had the Vandal (HK's Vantage) and it stood up to abuse quite well, although I maybe didn't bash it that hard. Am tempted by one of these, but am gonna hold off until it's been well tested by someone with the funds to replace parts lol Same goes for the Trophy/Desert truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
master farter Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Will this have fully proportional speed? Or is it full throttle or nothing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOFX Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 It'll have proportional steering Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oh How Original Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 On 10/17/2016 at 19:58, NOFX said: My viper breaks if I look at it the wrong way. The rage is the same. HobbyKing stuff is way tougher & a lot cheaper. Pity about the 79 day wait for parts. My mates Viper is exactly the same... Although he did manage to put a full pack through it the other week without it breaking, first time since he bought it not long after they first came out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOFX Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 1 hour ago, Oh How Original said: My mates Viper is exactly the same... Although he did manage to put a full pack through it the other week without it breaking, first time since he bought it not long after they first came out. My misses knocked my viper off the shelf. I'd spent days making bits for the roll cage to make it usable. It broke the but that holds the rollcage to the chassis :/. Its been sitting in the shed ever since. I'd also just fitted a 120A esc & brushless motor in it too. . Ive also got a brand new 4s 5000 mah hardcase lipo . But i just can't' be bothere with it now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
master farter Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 3 hours ago, NOFX said: It'll have proportional steering So no proportional throttle? Well that sucks! But I guess for the price you can't moan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOFX Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Sorry. My minds on other thingz. Itll have proportional throttle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
master farter Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 30 minutes ago, NOFX said: Sorry. My minds on other thingz. Itll have proportional throttle Thanks for clearing that up mate! Think I'll be ordering one for that price. Looks pretty sweet for under £140 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoodoo Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 Looks great at a realistic price , better looking than most the overpriced ***** out there.No doubt some company will come out with extortionate crap to fund there greed. Pity others can't make a decent car with a decent price. J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 I have one to play with, will get some pics posted later with my thoughts.... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoodoo Posted November 8, 2016 Share Posted November 8, 2016 Give us a run down on the good's and bad's Noj. J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted November 8, 2016 Share Posted November 8, 2016 On 04/11/2016 at 10:02, Noj said: I have one to play with, will get some pics posted later with my thoughts.... Noj with crawlerzzzz now I have seen it all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted November 8, 2016 Share Posted November 8, 2016 Photo bucket being a bit crap so can't upload pics yet....however.....thoughts thus far.... Nicely put together. Chassis rails and links are well made, although, the design of the upper links (a 'Y' shape with single mounting point on each axle) seems to limit articulation a little. Plastics feel fine, foamed tyres with nice tread pattern, let down only by the plastic grey wheels (Nige has the Land rover version). Shell has good flex, comes pre-stickered and is a fair representation of the actual vehicle. Battery tray is small, we think a 2s shorty would fit, mounted on its side. Initial gripe, Very little travel in the shocks, all of which have tube fitted over the shafts as bump stops. That said, even if they were removed, the chassis hits the servo at max compression anyway. Tiny 370 motor, which has a surprising turn of speed! I'll attempt to shoot some footage in the carpark at FP, only kerbs to negotiate which it really takes in its stride.... Wheelbase is good, axle width not so, a little narrow imo. Extenders are on the options list (+5mm). I did bring it home at the weekend, to put round the bomb hole of a back garden, alas, decorating got in the way..... For the money, I do like it and see it as a good route into the crawlerzzzzzz side of the hobby for those wanting to dip a toe. (That said, visually, I prefer the forthcoming ECX Barrage, same chassis but with the battery mounted over the front axle....suggesting this would be simple to achieve in the Outback....) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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PraetoR Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 Had a good look at one of these in the shop today. Seem nice! Did a wee unboxing vid, but it seems I am late! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 It'll not happen again Had a chance to run it? For 140 quid, there is everything to like about it. Nige was ragging it around the office today, it has no neutral going from forward to reverse, cue much hilarity as it popped wheelies on either axle. We also discovered that on carpet tiles, it will get around quite happily on its side..... Tx has a throttle dual rate trim, works well for slowing the action down for climbs and the like then turn it up to full and away ya go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PraetoR Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 1 hour ago, Noj said: It'll not happen again Had a chance to run it? For 140 quid, there is everything to like about it. Nige was ragging it around the office today, it has no neutral going from forward to reverse, cue much hilarity as it popped wheelies on either axle. We also discovered that on carpet tiles, it will get around quite happily on its side..... Tx has a throttle dual rate trim, works well for slowing the action down for climbs and the like then turn it up to full and away ya go! Not really, it's for someone to buy! Alun did plug in the included ni-mh (as it came, uncharged) and it just about reached the end of his desk. I'd have one, they look alright! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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