Redcat Racing Ascent-18 1:18 Scale Rock Crawlers

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Scale rock crawling has garnered immense popularity, attracting enthusiasts who relish navigating challenging terrains and conquering obstacles with specialized veh

Scale rock crawling has garnered immense popularity, attracting enthusiasts who relish navigating challenging terrains and conquering obstacles with specialized vehicles. Redcat has earned well deserved respect in the 1:10 scale crawling community by offering high-quality competitive vehicles at a reasonable price. With the Ascent-18, they bring the same level of quality, performance, and affordability to their 1:18 scale crawler market. While these crawlers may fit in your hand, they are extremely capable and boast high-end features typically found in larger-scale competitive crawlers. Redcat Racing Ascent-18 1:18 scale rock crawlers are available in several colors, and they are completely Ready-To-Run with all electronics, radio, rechargeable 750 mAh 2S LIPO battery pack and charger. Choose your favorite. Key features: * Ball bearings, instead of bushings, are used throughout the vehicle to ensure smooth operation and longevity, setting it apart in the 1:18 scale crawler market * High-quality hex hardware for durability and ease of maintenance * Impressive steering angle helps the Ascent-18 to pull through tight situations while navigating its way through gnarly obstacles * Hexfly HX-M4K 4kg coreless metal gear micro servo may be small, but packs a punch * A 2mm flat rail aluminum chassis is the perfect balance of strength and performance. Its lightweight allows the Ascent-18 to glide over obstacles while providing a rigid backbone for stable performance * Portal axles offer the benefits of increased ground clearance and reduced torque twist. Metal portal gears, ring gears, and pinion gears are used to ensure the Ascent-18 runs smoothly time after time * Machined aluminum spools help to maintain constant traction to all four tires * 7mm wheel hexes allow the driver to choose from many popular wheel and tire options on the market today * Smooth action aluminum-capped oil filled shocks ensure consistent performance on every trail * Powerful 180 sized motor is the biggest motor Redcat could fit in such a small crawler. Additionally, there are already many motor upgrade options on the market today that will drop right into this amazing little crawler. * Front tilt body mounting system simplifies maintenance and enhances its aesthetic appeal. The quarter-turn locking mechanism makes keeping up with body clips a thing of the past * High-quality 2.4Ghz radio system offers dual rates, channel reversing and trims for precision control. The receiver and ESC, which are built into a single compact unit, keep weight to a minimum and maximizes the crawler's chassis real estate.