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ARRMA 1/8 Typhon 4X4 V3 MEGA 550 Brushed Buggy RC Truck RTR (Transmitter, Receiver, NiMH Battery and Charger Included), Green, ARA4206V3, Cars, Electric Kit Other
- POWERFUL RC TRUCK: Built for fast Speed Buggy action out of the box.
- DURABLE MATERIAL: New features that enhance its unstoppable performance include a stronger chassis and retained hinge pin plates; steering with more clearance for stones; a castellated slipper pad and sliding gear mesh; and rubber-shielded bearings throughout
- ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY: The Speed Buggy now also includes the Spektrum SLT3 transmitter and SLR300 receiver.
- NEW VERSION: Now includes a 3-channel Spektrum SLT3 radio, more powerful steering servo, higher capacity NiMH battery for longer run times — and more.
- READY-TO-RIDE: Includes, (1) MEGA Waterproof ESC (1) MEGA 12T Brushed 550 Motor (1) Spektrum Waterproof SPMS650 Digital Servo (1) Spektrum SLR300 Receiver (1) Spektrum 2.4GHz SLT3 3-Channel Transmitter (1) Dynamite 3300mAh 8.4V 7-Cell Speedpack 2 Hump NiMH Battery (1) ADC-N7 7-Cell NiMH Wall Charger (1) Product Manual
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 20.12 x 12.05 x 7.68 inches |
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Item Weight | 12 pounds |
ASIN | B08F9JVSV8 |
Item model number | ARA4206V3 |
Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
Best Sellers Rank | #423,914 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #787 in Hobby RC Trucks |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Release date | July 30, 2020 |
Manufacturer | ARRMA |
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WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury. This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. The product manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Product Description
Key Features
- MEGA 12T brushed 550 motor
- MEGA waterproof ESC
- IC3 connectors (EC3) compatible
- 30MPH (48km/h) speed achievable in optimum driving conditions with optional gearing
- Ready to Run (RTR) comes fully assembled with everything needed besides AA batteries!
Product Details
Built for fast Speed Buggy action out of the box, the updated 1/8 scale ARRMA TYPHON 4X4 MEGA 550 RTR now includes a 3-channel Spektrum SLT3 radio, more powerful steering servo, higher capacity NiMH battery for longer run times — and more.
Making your move into 1/8 scale Speed Buggy action has never been easier. Fast, rugged and factory-built, the 2S LiPo-compatible ARRMA TYPHON 4X4 MEGA RTR comes ready out of the box to bash on any terrain. Precision aluminum, tough steel and composite materials come together for an easy-to-maintain, super-durable vehicle design whose high downforce wing and low center of gravity, with wide arms and narrow wheels and tires, improve handling over race tracks, trails, muddy courses, skate parks and more. This version features new equipment that further increases the original Speed Buggy’s already impressive performance and durability.
The TYPHON 4X4 MEGA RTR is DESIGNED FAST, DESIGNED TOUGH — built for exciting bashing speeds and extreme, all-terrain durability. New features that enhance its unstoppable performance include a stronger chassis and retained hinge pin plates; steering with more clearance for stones; a castellated slipper pad and sliding gear mesh; and rubber-shielded bearings throughout.
The Speed Buggy now also includes the Spektrum SLT3 transmitter and SLR300 receiver. The transmitter is ergonomically designed for long periods of fatigue-free bashing and has a foam wheel for precise fingertip control plus an improved hand grip and trigger feel. New bashers will be able to set throttle limits at 50% or 75% until they are ready to use the full speed potential. The SLT3 is compatible with Tactic SLT receivers to run other RTR vehicles you may own, and includes a third channel to control optional features such as lights and winches on models that have them.
It also has the ingenious modular design perfected by ARRMA engineers for easy component access and maintenance. The power module, with improved dirt management, consists of a MEGA 550 motor for rock-jumping speed, plus motor plate, slipper clutch assembly and gear cover. The power module can be detached from the chassis as a complete unit by removing just one screw. With the power module removed, the slipper clutch can be reached easily for adjustments by taking out three screws that attach the gear cover. The gear ratio can be finely tuned as the power module now uses a sliding motor mesh design.
A two-piece molding screwed to the Speed Buggy’s chassis serves as its electronics module, containing a waterproof receiver box, servo mount and ESC tray. The SLR300 receiver mounts inside the receiver box for protection from dirt and moisture. The ultra-compact ESC is screwed to the top of the module, allowing quick access to the on/off switch, while the servo mounts to the side. All three components can be removed together, quickly and easily.
In The Box
- (1) ARRMA TYPHON 4X4 MEGA 550 1/8 Scale 4WD Electric Speed Buggy RTR
- (1) MEGA Waterproof* ESC
- (1) MEGA 12T Brushed 550 Motor
- (1) Spektrum Waterproof* SPMS650 Digital Servo
- (1) Spektrum SLR300 Receiver
- (1) Spektrum 2.4GHz SLT3 3-Channel Transmitter
- (1) Dynamite 3300mAh 8.4V 7-Cell Speedpack 2 Hump NiMH Battery and (1) ADC-N7 7-Cell NiMH Wall Charger
- (1) Product Manual
Needed to Complete
- (4) AA Batteries
The TYPHON 4X4 MEGA RTR is DESIGNED FAST, DESIGNED TOUGH
Ready to Run (RTR) comes fully assembled with everything needed besides AA batteries!
The differential module houses each differential unit in an innovative yoke design. Only eight screws need to be removed to release the front and rear yokes. The power module can then be detached, allowing you to pivot the gearbox cases for differential access. The TYPHON 4X4 MEGA RTR comes brushless-ready with 37T 1.35mod diffs with silicone O-rings. The large gears can withstand huge torque, and internal metal gears have been chosen for reliability during extreme bashing.
- 30MPH (48km/h) speed achievable in optimum driving conditions with optional gearing
- New body design, front and rear bumpers, paint and decals
- Power Module with sliding gear mesh and improved dirt management
- Castellated slipper pad and sliding gear mesh
- Extended height dirt defenders
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Spektrum 3-Channel SLT3 2.4GHz radio and SLR300 Waterproof* Receiver
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Dynamite 3300mAh 8.4V 7-Cell Speedpack 2 Hump NiMH Battery
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Spektrum SPMS650 digital servo
* Note: For details on waterproof standards, refer to the instruction manual |
Strengthened ChassisStronger chassis and retained hinge pin plates |
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Larger pull tab on power module |
Castellated slipper pad and sliding gear mesh |
Stylish Bumpers |
Proven tough composite shock towers |
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Redesigned SteeringSteering with more clearance for stones. |
Tougher brushless ready transmissionMetal input spline molded into composite gear. Same gears as the ARRMA 4S. |
Sealed Wheels & Vented TiresStops dirt getting in and allows water to escape. |
dBoots 2-HO tiresTough, multi-spoke wheels with vented dBoots 2-HO tires give the 1/8 scale TYPHON 4X4 MEGA RTR Speed Buggy effective traction for bashing on almost any terrain. |
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Proven Power Package
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Easy-access power module
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Easy-access electronics module
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Metal-geared differentials
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Customers like the quality, handleability, value, and ease of upgrading of the non riding toy vehicle. For example, they mention it's well built, easy to upgrade, and well worth the price. That said, opinions are mixed on the speed.
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Customers like the quality of the toy vehicle. Some say it's well built, durable, and reliable. They also say it is stable in the air during big jumps and land well. Some customers also mention that it'll need better quality products in the box. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and durability of the product.
"I bought this RC and I was very surprised on how well it was built also the speed isn't so bad and you can use it with a 2s but it's still very fun" Read more
"Great starter buggy, I own 3 and they are pretty durable. One of them I have upgraded to brushless and I’m very happy with it...." Read more
"...the plastics are all of high quality and the overall experience and build quality is good, but it is deathly slow with the stock setup, so I went..." Read more
"...quite underwhelmed with the mega 4x4 performance, although it is very sturdy and handles well...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the handleability of the toy vehicle. They mention that it goes well, the suspension works great, and it takes it like a champ. Some customers also say that it's a great starter buggy.
"Great starter buggy, I own 3 and they are pretty durable. One of them I have upgraded to brushless and I’m very happy with it...." Read more
"...Anyways, all in all I like the car, it goes good and with a modest brushless setup geared for about 40mph you probably don’t need to upgrade too much..." Read more
"...with the mega 4x4 performance, although it is very sturdy and handles well. After some research it turns put the v3 is brushless ready...." Read more
"Bought this for my son's birthday. He loved it ran great, but after a week it started not driving the ecu would beep and stop it would still steer..." Read more
Customers like the value of the non riding toy vehicle. They mention that it's well worth the price and provides lots of fun.
"...over all car seems well worth the cost. added a 17 tooth pinion and smoked my buddy lol. next upgrade will be in the steering. howing fun again!!!!" Read more
"...Durable grips really easy to operate . Lots of fun really good for the price." Read more
"...it is not really worth the money compared to the 3s version, assuming both are on sale/same..." Read more
"Extremely good value, comes with battery and charger! I get thirty minutes run time on full charge. Handling is excellent...." Read more
Customers find the non riding toy vehicle easy to upgrade. They mention that it handles it easily and quickly. Some say that it's one of the easiest RC cars they've ever worked on.
".../Motor combo and .08 mod spur I got it to 56mph on a 17t pinion...Handles it easy and runs much cooler than the brushed system......" Read more
"...Just do some research. A major draw this is one of the easiest RC cars I’ve ever worked on. The modular design is 10/10. It’s a sweet set up...." Read more
"...I set accordingly.Plus very upgradable for future project!..." Read more
"Large size and fast. Easy to upgrade" Read more
Customers find the non riding toy vehicle super fun and amazing. They also say it's durable and easy to adjust.
"...the speed isn't so bad and you can use it with a 2s but it's still very fun" Read more
"...into the hobby of RC and was recommended this vehicle its amazing, super fun, super durable, easy to adjust and add new parts to I love it." Read more
"Very good car for the money. Fast and reliable. Fun to play with" Read more
"Fun toy but not durable..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the RC car. Some mention that it is well-made and extremely fast, while others say that it's not fast and the top speed is 17 mph, not 30 as advertised.
"...RC and I was very surprised on how well it was built also the speed isn't so bad and you can use it with a 2s but it's still very fun" Read more
"Awesome car very fast. Durable grips really easy to operate . Lots of fun really good for the price." Read more
"...overall experience and build quality is good, but it is deathly slow with the stock setup, so I went with a 3660 brushless and 120a esc that cost me..." Read more
"...Handling is excellent. Speed is good, can set at 50/75/100%. I set accordingly.Plus very upgradable for future project!..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the toy car. They mention that the battery only lasts 20 minutes, the input shaft turns the gear, and the spur won't last long. Some say that the car died after about 10 uses, the charge all the way up then die within two minutes of play, and that the motor burnt out on the 4th use.
"...and for some reason mine charge all the way up then die within two minutes of play" Read more
"...Car didn't last long. Support was helpful and sent a few replacement parts, but in the end the car was never the same after a few weeks of play...." Read more
"Motor burnt out on the 4th use I would recommend getting a cooling fan and an upgrade for the charger I used the charger a few times before the..." Read more
"...it takes at least 6 hours for the battery to charge & it only lasts 20 minutes or so." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the RC car. They mention that the motor overworks and overheats, causing it to tear. Some customers also report that the ESC and motor are no longer working.
"...He loved it ran great, but after a week it started not driving the ecu would beep and stop it would still steer after a couple seconds it would beep..." Read more
"...son for Christmas and with less than an hour of runtime the car basically no longer runs. We get about 1-3 minutes per battery...." Read more
"...that the spur gear rubs against the chassis causing the motor to over work and over heat, let alone tear the teeth of the gear...." Read more
"...2S lipo well I did and drove it 3 times and now the ESC and Motor are both no longer working. There fried...." Read more
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Update: After getting a 100$ Hobbywing 3s ESC/Motor combo and .08 mod spur I got it to 56mph on a 17t pinion...Handles it easy and runs much cooler than the brushed system...
Update 2: Ok well it gets 5 stars now lol...18t pinion and a few other small upgrades and it hit 74mph
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2023
Update: After getting a 100$ Hobbywing 3s ESC/Motor combo and .08 mod spur I got it to 56mph on a 17t pinion...Handles it easy and runs much cooler than the brushed system...
Update 2: Ok well it gets 5 stars now lol...18t pinion and a few other small upgrades and it hit 74mph
Other things not on the mega are the steel motor mount, that’s another $20, adjustable turnbuckles (the stock ones get loose easily, not sure if the better turnbuckles fix this), another $30, a better servo, another $50, and the heatsink/fan.
So to sum up the list of things the 3s comes with this does not;
Center driveshaft brace and bearing $12
Metal motor mount assembly with heat sink and fan $25 on ebay
Better slipper/32p spur assembly and 32p pinion $60
Adjustable better turnbuckles $30
Better servo $50
Brushless setup $100 (splitting the difference between the spektrum and commonly had Amazon/eBay brushless setups)
That’s $277 worth of upgrades (even taking into account some discounted parts from rtr tear downs like the motor mount and heatsink) in order to have an equivalent Typhon 3s that’s only $100 more, that is absurd to me.
Anyways, all in all I like the car, it goes good and with a modest brushless setup geared for about 40mph you probably don’t need to upgrade too much, but if I had to do this again, it would make MUCH more sense to just buy the 3s version with the tougher gears, the brushless setup already installed, the center brace and motor mount and better turnbuckles. These are just the things I’ve found out about too, there could be other things.
If they didn’t downgrade all these things, and genuinely gave you the 3s chassis with just a brushless setup, it would be worth it, but with all the downgrades that you need to go and buy to make this a true brushless system (which everyone is going to want to do, this is just too big of a car for any brushed setup) it is not really worth the money compared to the 3s version, assuming both are on sale/same discount or lack thereof.
This would be good for a kid just getting into the hobby with no plans on going brushless, or planning on a 3550 3s brushless setup slightly faster than brushed, but for anyone who knows they’re gonna want something at least as fast as the 3s version the upgrade path of this thing is just not worth it, go for the 3s or find something in the 1/10th class.
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Buena elección.
Reviewed in Mexico on October 31, 2022
Buena elección.