Redcat Ascent LCG rc crawler - unboxing, test and review of the cheap comp crawler 

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The storage compartment is for a nug of weed

2:03 That storage in the controller is for Vienna sausages. Joe from Exocaged RC got that official answer from Redcat

Even for redcat detractors its hard to argue with Lcg chassis Decent servo Metal links Bearings Alternate gears Workable radio Half decent tires Decent shocks (in dire need of tuning) Decent axles For $299. I started with a gen 7, if i was starting over I'd get this.

Thanks so much for the vid. With the Element Gatekeeper or Utron hitting the same pricepoint but not being a comp crawler style, would you expect this to blow them out of the water? I think redcat has been firing on all cylinders lately from the lowriders, to the machete, to the COE truck and these comp style crawlers! Kudos to them honestly because these projects I'm sure started like 2-3 years in the making meaning they made all the right moves to make it happen at the right times too! I hope they gain some aftermarket support for these, they deserve it!! Thanks Francis for the continued A+ Content!

Almost bought a Gen9 during the sale a couple weeks ago but decided to wait and see what was coming. I think this one will be my next purchase.

I heard redcat say the storage compartment was for extra body pins, wheel nuts, some screws, maybe for 1 of the thousands of little metal wheel tees we all have Impressive rig none the less

Redcat has a ways to go before they compete with the likes of Axial, Vanquish and Traxxas. Still, a solid performer out of the box and it has tons of potential. A Fusion SE and good tires/wheels being first on the list! Redcat is really making some headway! 👍

Even though this is a LCG, I think it will work well with the hard bodies with interiors (like the Injora bodies). That low transfer case will really make fitting hard bodies low enough to look good. I plan on getting one just for that reason.

Hi FRANCIS!! If j PRICE and OVERALL QUALITY is considered... then in MHO this one its a GAME CHANGER. Thanks my friend. Thumbs up for your job.

Fusion is needed. Seems to be a great truck for the price. I would suggest this truck for anyone as well. Nice video.

By the way out the box this is one of the best crawlers not even counting the fact that it's only $300 out the box

Very smart move from Redcat! We need lcg rtr crawler cause not everyone wants to build. My only jab at it is they should make a inexpensive straight axle conversion 💯 Thank you for reviewing this awesome vehicle!!

This truck may break selling records. Never heard so many people praise one vehicle like this.

Awesome review of the truck ive pre-order mine cant wait for it to get to me

I want to see this with a fusion pro, hyrax and metal wheels.

Traxxas and horizon/axial are shitting thier pants right now. Good job redcat!!

Looks like it has a ton of potential! I think RedCat has a winner on its hands. For the money, it’s an absolute beast!😎

Looks like an Awesome crawler for little money !!!!!!

I wanna see stock vs stock redcat vs element ecto.

Id say wheel nuts and lug nut tool in the remote storage

finally some rtr truck with proper shocks ;) i`ll BUY

You can very easily improve performance by removing the internal springs. way more travel, more sag, and much much less stiff

Just bought mine today 🤘🏼🇺🇸

Nice 👍 I got to get this one

These and the hauler were definitely unexpected. But I want them all!

Excellent reviews as always.

Going to have to tear one apart and see what really needs to be done to make it comp ready and an actual lcg.

Have a gen7 with mods and remo hobby 1/10th will be picking this up as my next purchase 0:59

The storage is for a lipo pack instead of AA

Would also love to see the new Gorgon from Red Cat as well! 😊

If you mentioned the Axial Pro and the extra cast, the Pro is the one you should've compared to the Redcat.

Thanks for the in depth review Francis! Seems like maybe it is lower* CG, not truck LCG comp truck. Looks like some good tires, front brass, 1080 ESC, and it should be a decent performer?

You need to do a review on this micro crawler called LDARC x43 it’s pretty sweet

I'm sure they kept the p degree belly pan slope for rule requirements

These are dope!

Are these SORRCA class 2 technically? It seems like that’s where it would fit based on looking them over, but I’m new to crawlers. Awesome video!

Are these better quality then the Element enduro rc trucks?

Cool video dude 👍🏼

I just got this literally 5 hours ago myself

I tried to order that Redcat Ascent today and had a truly HORRIBLE experience with Redcat's customer service that resulted in me canceling the order and telling them where to go. No apologies from them, no nothing. Awful experience. I will NEVER own a Redcat product after this.

Steering isn’t as tight as the trx4.. so you’re saying it’s got the worst turning radius of any rtr vehicle then?

How it compares to the Element Ecto?

easily the best stock technical crawler on the market right?

No mention of what battery goes into it. I doesn't work without a battery.

What size is your proline hyrax tires?

Where can I find that tool box in the back of truck

The skid is angled wrong.. like sitting flat looks like it should be the other around

What battery pack are you using please?

How fast would you say this is? For trail, I’m curious if it’s fast enough or similar to the TRX4 Sport

When is the hauler review?

Will gen8 axel parts work? Hubs etc?

We need to all shift to redcat team associated or axial or rc4wd and sale our stuff from traxxas stop buying traxxas show them a clear message that we own the hobby not them!

better than vanquish phoenix?

You are basically buying a roller at that price.

This truck is a pice of junk the amount of money that you have to spend to make it work the right way you’re spending a shit load of money and it still won’t fix the bad engineering do not buy unless you like spending a lot of money for nothing JUNK.

So that's how you spell hyrax LMAO 🤣 Don't spell that one by phonics kids 😂

While the price is cool in this hobby you get what you pay for. Durability will be an issue.