RE: awwww, wook at da widdle baby........
I kinda like this truck & the Kyosho Mad force. But I have a few observations that I got from the in-depth review of the AE truck in the new RCCA.
The suspension is a dead copy of the Maxx. Not a bad thing-that seems to be one of the Maxx's big assets. BTW, what suyspension setup is "BETTER" for a MT (not including rock climbing)-- independent, like this one & the Maxx, or solid axle, like the MadForce?
The bulkheads, however, and the way they attach to the chassis, look just like the Maxx too (though there are alum. inserts where one of the arms attaches). If everyone keeps carping about the Maxx bulks, I can't see how this wouldn't be MORE fragile, as it's a bigger, heavier truck that will stress things more in an impact. Durability wise, I can't see how it's gonna be ANY better than a T-Maxx.
Lastly is that it seemed a bit slow. Top end it 32mph, and I don't think the reviewer said it was super quick off the line, either.
The fuel tank is cool, and the tranny/engine layout looks sturdy.
Dean