monkeyboy_uk Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 (edited) Overview The 1/10 scale Axial® SCX10™ III Jeep® JL Wrangler 4WD kit marks the next step forward in scale off-road action. While continuing to incorporate key components that have made SCX10™ vehicles successful, the SCX10™ III increases chassis realism with details that include a replica V8 engine to house the front-mounted 540 motor. It's mated to a realistic transmission housing and transfer case, like a 1:1 vehicle. The kit's versatile transmission can be built in several ways. If you're using a 3-channel radio like the Spektrum™ DX3™, you can set it up with a third-channel DIG function that lets you lock the rear axle from the transmitter for front wheel drive and a tighter turning radius. Another 3-channel option is to set up the vehicle with a two-speed transmission to select between high and low speeds. To have access to the two-speed transmission and DIG function simultaneously, just add another servo and use a radio with at least four channels (such as the 5-channel Spektrum™ DX5). The SCX10™ III Jeep® JL Wrangler kit uses portal axles to improve performance by increasing the ground clearance and reducing torque twist. Its standard battery tray accepts full-size standard LiPo or NiMH packs. There's also space on the side rails for drivers who prefer "shorty" packs. Inner fenders and floor sides hide internal components that would usually be visible from the side of the chassis. To top off the chassis, the kit comes with a clear Jeep® Wrangler Unlimited four-door body that's ready for finishing however you like. Scale details include a roll cage, front hood vents and cowl, windshield wipers, mirrors, door handles and more, plus a detailed interior. New taller and wider, officially licensed Nitto Trail Grappler tires on 3-piece licensed KMC Machete beadlock wheels add more scale realism and more grip on dirt, rocks, and all other off-road trails. Features Replica V8 engine, transmission housing and transfer case cover and protect the motor while improving scale appearance Chassis tray accepts full-size, standard LiPo or NiMH batteries, with space on the side rails for running small pack sizes DIG function transmission setup lets you lock the rear axle from the transmitter for front wheel drive and a tighter turning radius Two-speed transmission setup option also available for high and low speeds Portal axles increase ground clearance and reduce torque twist Adjustable wheelbase chassis allows each driver to choose the size of their chassis Inner fenders and floor sides hide internal components usually visible from the side of the chassis Licensed KMC Machete 3-piece beadlock wheels provide scale looks and let you remove and replace tires without gluing Officially licensed Nitto Trail Grappler tires in a new taller and wider size increase ground clearance and grip Fully rebuildable, oil-filled shocks include hard anodized, threaded shock bodies, coilover springs, and an emulsion-style cap with screw for easier rebuilds Clear scale Jeep® Wrangler Unlimited body with detailed interior View full news article Edited March 19, 2020 by monkeyboy_uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistonhead Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 Was on the fence about this after seeing the release video, after watching the video of under the skin, i’m definitely going to have to get one! Portal axles, 2 speed Three position dig Hidden body mounts plus loads of other stuff i like! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 Yep it’s definately on my want list as soon as it comes with a different shell, can’t be doing with shonky jeeps.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oh How Original Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 10 hours ago, Gaz! said: Yep it’s definately on my want list as soon as it comes with a different shell, can’t be doing with shonky jeeps.... Yep, if they release this as a builders kit, I might just have to do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone-wolf Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 This is definitely NOT on my want list, after my experience with the FS racing scx10 clone i wont spend another penny on any thing to do with axial, keeping in mind i was told the FS clone comes from same factory and uses a lot of same parts as the scx 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mond Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 33 minutes ago, Jack Reacher said: This is definitely NOT on my want list, after my experience with the FS racing scx10 clone i wont spend another penny on any thing to do with axial, keeping in mind i was told the FS clone comes from same factory and uses a lot of same parts as the scx 10 What you were told wasn't true then. The same thing is said about the KMX2 but the parts are clearly not from the same molds or patterns as the 5ive. Some parts don't fit and the seem lines are different. I've seen a few of the FS clones and they are in the same boat, they are scanned in clones made elsewhere. The genuine SCX10.2 was pretty solid. Besides, the new Axial stuff is made in the same factory as Losi parts and those are generally very good quality. The Capra has been highly praised for its quality. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mond Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 So I made some enquiries to the RRP and it's eye watering. Will be around £450 where as in the US is $359. At £450, I'll add another third and get a VS410 ultra if I need training wheels...I mean portals. Thanks logic RC. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone-wolf Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 40 minutes ago, mond said: What you were told wasn't true then. The same thing is said about the KMX2 but the parts are clearly not from the same molds or patterns as the 5ive. Some parts don't fit and the seem lines are different. I've seen a few of the FS clones and they are in the same boat, they are scanned in clones made elsewhere. The genuine SCX10.2 was pretty solid. Besides, the new Axial stuff is made in the same factory as Losi parts and those are generally very good quality. The Capra has been highly praised for its quality. cheers, that makes me feel even better about this pile of ( ) as at the time of getting it people were saying its basically a rebadged axial scx......time to sell it before getting it dirty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyboy_uk Posted March 21, 2020 Author Share Posted March 21, 2020 8 hours ago, mond said: So I made some enquiries to the RRP and it's eye watering. Will be around £450 where as in the US is $359. At £450, I'll add another third and get a VS410 ultra if I need training wheels...I mean portals. Thanks logic RC. Once my initial excitement died down, the price sunk in. You can get a TRX-4 Sport Kit for £309. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone-wolf Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 2 hours ago, monkeyboy_uk said: Once my initial excitement died down, the price sunk in. You can get a TRX-4 Sport Kit for £309. Though im not a fan of the traxxas brand i would take the TRX-4 sport time over, in fact i may end up putting this shell on myFS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistonhead Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 Modelsport showing this at £414, more expensive than my SSD Trail King was, but not by much more, and, dare i say better value too. As soon as funds allow, i’ll be getting one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mond Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 1 hour ago, Pistonhead said: Modelsport showing this at £414, more expensive than my SSD Trail King was, but not by much more, and, dare i say better value too. As soon as funds allow, i’ll be getting one! I think Axial will say the body and all the scale parts make up the difference. That an if you look at old Axials, stuff like the shocks and plastics were plain bad but these new shocks, the plastics quality, steel gears etc is much better value than any previous Axial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistonhead Posted March 21, 2020 Share Posted March 21, 2020 I’d agree there with Axial, the axial jk body, ssd bumpers, wheels and tyres cost an additional £200 including paint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faffy123 Posted April 1, 2020 Share Posted April 1, 2020 Anybody order one then? I caved and bought one yesterday should be with me Friday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistonhead Posted April 1, 2020 Share Posted April 1, 2020 Think i’ll be joining you, where’d you get yours from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faffy123 Posted April 1, 2020 Share Posted April 1, 2020 1 minute ago, Pistonhead said: Think i’ll be joining you, where’d you get yours from? Wheelspin. Everywhere is showing none available until June now though but you may be lucky if you hunt around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistonhead Posted April 1, 2020 Share Posted April 1, 2020 Might play the customs gamble and order it from amain or rpp, with the £50 i already have in my paypal, it works out at £250 before shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyboy_uk Posted April 2, 2020 Author Share Posted April 2, 2020 I've seen a few folks mentioning a transmission tick has developed. Axial have said that it's the gears bedding in. Something to look out for. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistonhead Posted April 2, 2020 Share Posted April 2, 2020 I noticed that on most of the running videos i’ve seen, may pay to run them in with slightly less grease than normal, also noticed that the tyres and foams appear to need a good deal of breaking in before they show their best, but then the old Nittos weren’t a bad tyre either once they’d got some miles on them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone-wolf Posted April 20, 2020 Share Posted April 20, 2020 I did not like this rig at first, i figured i would never own one, but im watching Matteo rc build on youtube and im starting to like what i see Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
53HRA Posted June 18, 2020 Share Posted June 18, 2020 Appears to be an RTR version also on the way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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