New RC Truck! - The Arrma Senton 3S V3
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- Опубліковано 13 жов 2024
- There is a new RC in town! I decided to add the Arrma Senton 3S V3 to the lineup and it is impressive! I included a side by side comparison between the Big Rock and Granite to the Senton to give an idea of the size difference between the 3S V3 10th scale rc trucks from Arrma. Do you own the Arrma Senton? If so, leave a comment down below with your experience and which of all the 3s lineup from Arrma is your favorite!
The Arrma Senton 3S V3 on Amazon: amzn.to/429doGN
Thanks for watching!
This is my fave RC at the moment, I am itching to get one!!! Awesome vid man keep up the good work
Thank you! It sure is an awesome rc!
That's a cool little spot you got there
Thanks! I feel lucky to have a few spots nearby.
I have this exact truck and I love it!!!
Awesome!!
Bought one yesterday well worth the $400+ spent and couldn’t be happier
Awesome!!
This is my first electric RC and it's so much fun. Love this thing. Great video 👍
Awesome, I'm glad you like it! Welcome to the club!!
Beautiful UNBOXING video 😍👏
Thank you so much!
I've had a senton for 6 months now and these truck are tuff and still easy to work on. Big bore shocks and a 18t pinion is a must have upgrade
That's awesome! Thanks for watching!!
What upgrades would you recommend for this truck, I'm getting on for my Birthday.
Depending on if you bash or not, a bottom metal chassis plate will help a lot. These are fairly bulletproof stock, but once you modify for more power, some of the drive gears may need to be upgraded to aluminum from plastic to handle the power.
Kinda late to the party but I bought this one 2 days ago. I really like it. Bashed rolled rode hard and no issues at all. Super impressed
Awesome! This truck is a lot stronger than it looks!
I'm getting one for my Birthday, I like all the videos I've watched on this Short Course Truck.
Nice ! It's my rc car's wife since 7days. Good ShortCourse
It's a great RC for sure, excellent on the track! Thanks for watching!
New to the RC game just got this truck and love it, haven’t done any Upgrades, I’m scared to do even small jumps , I’m looking to buy another one for about a hundred bucks less , 10 mph less would be cool , any suggestions?
Most major brands are fairly good these days. Honestly, the harder you drive them, the more likely they are to break....but given enough time, they all will break sometime.
fun truck and nice video. have had mine since beginning of march. my first rc though since my teens and in my 40's now. learned some things. the a-arms do not like the cold and something i learned from a video of yours and personal experience, the bearings in the motor.
Welcome back to the hobby! You are correct, the plastic parts do not like the cold! Thanks for watching!
rad spot man
& great driving and airs
Thank you and thanks for watching!
Just ordered 2 for my son and I. Can’t wait. I also like that it is lower and may handle a little better than the bigger 3s. Also considering running at 2s instead of 3s.
Good call! Yeah, they are a handful on 3s, but do have more stability at speed. There is a 3 way adjustable speed control on the back of the radio, where you can set the power to 50%, 75% and 100%. Definitely comes in handy for youngsters who are still learning and newbies!
Nice video. I picked up this exact same truck about a month ago. I love it! It's my first rc car, and it has been great.
Awesome, great choice for a first RC!
Nice bro! I really love short course trucks.
Thanks! I do too, they are even more fun at the track.
Thats a nice new addition dude. I have really enjoyed my Senton. 👍👍👍
Thank you! It sure is a nice rc truck.
Enjoy bro...perfect car..cool bash
Thanks for watching!
I heard you put some big rock or granite wheels on it and it's like a new truck. I might try that myself.
I have seen quite a few people do that. Looks like a solid option.
Liking the blue but my mind is set on the red and black great performance will be getting mine 4 weeks and 2 day for my birthday can't wait
Awesome! Happy early birthday, and check back in and let us know how it does! Red and black is a dope color combo.
Awesome truck awesome run bro
I agree! Thank you and thanks for watching!
I have the same one only the red one... gotta get yourself the dusty motors cover for this one though. The chassis “Fills” with dirt so quickly. Also adjust the toe and camber, it helps with random cartwheels..
For sure! Thanks, I'll take a look at the cover. I did adjust the toe and it helped a lot.
Hellll yeaaa!!! Been waiting on this one man! Been looking for this ever since you helped me fix my wheel a while back, commenting saying be on the look out for the senton. Give her hell!! She can take it! I recently put massive duratrac hatchets on and it’s a monster😂 Cool to be able to have stock tires and drive like Bj Baldwin, then throw monster tires on and drive like Dennis Anderson. Hope all is well man and good vid as always
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Awesome! Thanks for watching and sticking around for the Senton, it's a blast!
cheers from oklahoma🥂. How has it help up so far?
Howdy! It has held up well!!
Nice review .would this be good for racing
It would be good for racing, but not as competitive and lightweight as higher dollar built-for-racing setups.
Lmao he says it dont need the wheelie bar!!🤣🤣🤣
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Best rc for the money there is
I can't disagree!!! Thanks for watching!!!
nice. i have most of the arrma 3s lineup, been wanting a senton, finally have one on the way! (blue one too👍)
Awesome! They are a great value and a ton of fun!!!
I like the narrative the best. Last 30 seconds was spot on.
1. For a dirt race track, how would you compare the Senton vs the Typhon 3S BLX?
2. You mentioned Senton does well on loose gravel. What do you mean by the Senton having better "directional control"?
3. When you said it "holds the line so well (in loose dirt), how does that compare to the Typhon?
I'd say they are both the lightest and most agile of the 3S Arrma lineup, but probably the Typhon for track as it is the lightest overall.
I just meant that it seems to hold a line better than say the Granite. Compared to the Senton, the Typhon is similar, but just feels lighter and turns on a dime.
@@rcleesd i see. Cool thanks for getting back to me. Makes sense.
Anytime!
i just ordered mine i cant wait to rip it around
Awesome! You're gonna love it!
Got me the same one you got! It’s a great 3S truck. A lot different from my K6SV5. Both are different but both are still fun to drive!
They are both very different! Thanks for watching!
Sweet looking forward to more 👍
Thanks for watching!!
Thinking about getting one.
It's a solid rc for sure!
Coops vid! Which one have you enjoyed more? Senton or Big Rock 3s?
I like the look of the Big Rock but would have to say that the Senton has better control and handling overall.
i just got one today and front bumer already done
They go quick!
Nice video Lee. The Senton goes well. I have had the Big Rock since February and love it! Was on the fence on what BLX 3s to get next and now the Vorteks has arrived I ordered one of those. Interesting to see what Arrma release in the next 6 months. You have a great line up of 3s trucks.
Thank you! I am interested in the Vorteks too, let me know how it goes once you run it!
Nice Short course Truck!
Thanks!!
Awesome mate got one myself love it😊🤟😎👍🇬🇧👊
Awesome!! Congratulations, they are a ton of fun!
Cool little SC truck ¡ A buddy of mine has one and he loves it, takes alot of abuse too. Been rockin the Big Rock since @ January after about a 13 year RC sabbatical so to speak. Enjoying what Arrma has to offer, Typhon or a Senton is next for sure.
Awesome, welcome back! I think you can't go wrong with any of the 3s lineup from Arrma.
I have a senton identical to yours. Put a traxxas transmitter and receiver to help with control and it’s amazing! Also upgraded the servo.
Nice! Thanks for watching!
My Senton is my favorite 3s. It's not the best handling of their lineup but there's something about it that makes it more fun than the others
Is it the looser rear end and good aerodynamics? I find that it really feels like a truck the way the suspension in the rear handles and just makes it more fun to whip around. Plus, it's quick!
I got the typhon and big rock. Only complaint I have is the spectrum servos have gone out in both of them. My replacement servos are 25t and the spectrum ones are 23t. Arrma is back ordered on their 25t servo savers. I ordered hot racing ones for them that are way more expensive. Then I hear people are having problems with the hot racing ones.
I just replaced my servo with a cheap, 20kg replacement servo from Amazon for about $18. It was a 25t as well, and after running into the same issue with the servo saver, I decided to smash it on (23t onto the 25t) and although not usually the best idea, it works; especially since the screw holds it down fairly well. Haven't had any slipping issues with it so far.
@@rcleesd if my hot racing ones fail I might have to do that.
I really love the senton, I shall be getting one in a few weeks,😀😀😀
That's awesome, you're gonna love it!
Enjoy the truck man you drive it well compared to me always rolling lol. Blue v3 senton was the first 3s arrma I bought takes me back, I saw your big rock video on the motor giving out when I had the same problem. Might want to check out dusty motors they make a shroud for the long wheel base chassis. Always my sentons having motor bearing problems others have been fine. Must be the body over the wheels kicking loose dirt down into the chassis compared to the others having an open wheel base.
Thanks! Yeah, I have a feeling my motor bearing is already shot in it!
Just got a big rock yesterday, have a ? For anyone the steering is way off and even ajusting the the receiver don't really fix it
Check to make sure nothing is stuck on the bottom hole, I have had sticks and even rocks get in there and block the servo arm. Let me know if this helps!
cool vid!
Thank you!
What does the 3s stand for? I have been out of the hobby for awhile and this brand wasn’t around then
No worries! It means 3 cells (think 3 triple aa batteries versus 2). The S stands for series, which means that the 3 cells inside the battery are linked together in a way that adds the voltages together vs in parallel, where all the cells are linked, but the voltage is not increased, but rather the capacity is added (tripled in the case of 3s).
So, most RC lipo batteries will be in S (series) not P (parallel). This way you have maximum voltage to push the motor faster. There are many types, but most are 2s, 3s, 4s, 6s, 8s. Often 2s for smaller, slower rcs, and 3s for faster. 4s is usually a 1/8th scale or larger (stock) and big RCs like the Traxxas Xmaxx use two 4s together with a link to make 8s. I hope that helps. Just think of it kinda like a 4 cylinder versus v6 versus V8 and you will be good.
I love the car! It's sure a fun ride! My only complaint is about the Tires! They shred like butter! Didn't you have any problems with them?
Nice vid btw!!! awesome channel!! Cheers
Yeah, I have heard that they balloon and then get cut on the body. Is that what happened to yours? Luckily I haven't had any issues yet with the tires.
@@rcleesd Well, I don't know for sure if they get cut in the body. For the what was possible to me to inspect, I think they were poorly factory glued, and when ballooning, rip apart in the spots where the glue holds... Sorry if I was not clear.
But Again, it is as joy to drive!
@@ivobraga7437 Ah, I see. Yes, it is a blast to drive for sure!
Dope ass beat for the track yep!!!
Thank you!
@RC Lee Are you in Cali 🏖🏜, that "Train Rail" 🚆 suggest to Me that you may be just off the 5 Freeway!!!
Correct!! This is in Oceanside, CA. Located right by Pacific Coast Highway and the 5 freeway!
@@rcleesd WOW 🫂, AND JUST LIKE THAT WE'ER"FRIENDS", i'm in San Diego, Let us not forget this exchange, i dont want to say to much, but i'm working on'ah project, IT'LL BE HUGE, TRUST, SOON!!!
Very nice ~~~ Senton really great short course
It sure is! Thanks for watching!
I am confused. I want this senton. But i like also the vorteks. The thing is i like senton because the wheels is inside the chassis but its a little small. Vorteks has bigger wheels but outside which i already have those design. Do you think i can put a little bigger tires on senton i heard that the tires always gets cut by the chassis
Good question! You probably won't be able to fit much bigger tires on the Senton or it will likely rub on the body and cut the tire. I believe there is clearance on the chassis, but you may need to trim the body a bit.
@@rcleesd hmm i see i like the body the way it is. Hmm thanks. I will think about it
I like my Arrma Senton
Thanks for watching and commenting! I love my Senton too!
I already got one trimmed the body..to put the larger..Daboot Fortress MT tires and rims on it.. 15T pinion it's my favorite Arrma's right now the durability is better than all my 1/8 Kraton6S and Typhon6S V5...the Senton 3s BLX is unrated Fun... Mojave EXB next for me...
I agree! I bash my 3s harder than my 6s Kraton and Typhon, mostly because of how light the 3s trucks are, they seem more durable when they do crash. Thanks for watching!
Sweet!!!
Thanks for watching!
What battery would you reccomend that is good, but won't break the bank
Gens Ace, Zee, Hovoo. All decent and affordable.
Hey man, now you have the complete 3s line how do you rate the Senton? Could be my next add. A friend I bash with regularly bought a Typhon and my Big Rock is set up with Granite tyres so don't feel the need for either.. I like my Vortex a lot but tbh I prefer the Big Rock. Senton next maybe.
It's definitely different and will complement your collection nicely. If you like the Big Rock and the way it handles, I think you will like the Senton too.
What are you thoughts on an Arrma Senton 3s versus a Losi Baja Rey Raptor truck?
The Senton 3s will be more durable in the long run. I love Losi quality, but they are the most difficult to work on and more complicated body and chassis configurations.
@@rcleesd Thank you. Looking to buy my 1st rc ever
HI RC LEE, I THINK THE SENTON IS EXCELLENT.. I HAVE A 3S V3.. ITS FAST AND RELIABLE... I CHANGED THE WHEELS TO THE BIGGER GRANITE WHEEL, STANDARD 14MM HEX .. STILL FAST AND TAKES JUMPS BETTER.. MAKES THE SENTON LOOK MORE AGGRESSIVE WITH ITS NEW BIGGER WHEELS... YOU NEED TO CUT THE BODYSHELL TO FIT THE NEW GRANITE WHEELS.. EASY TO DO WITH SCISSORS .. NOW THE SENTON COPES BETTER WITH LONG GRASS AND ROCK LADEN HILLS... BETTER THAN THE BIG ROCK , GRANITE AND SLASH NOW DEFINETLY.. REGARDS MICK...
That's awesome Mick! I have heard a few others putting the Granite tires on there and it gives much better traction. Thanks for watching!!
Just got a Brushed senton 2 days ago wished I got the brushless but it’s my first hobby rc lol ended up burning motor already and going to shop tomorrow to convert it to brushless 🤣
Bummer! Those 2s brushed motors are easy to burn up...I did the same to my brushed Granites. Then I upgraded to the 3s brushless and haven't had any heat issues as the motor and esc both have fans, stock out of the box. Thanks for watching!
Looking at getting a used one. Is there any way to differentiate the versions?
Unfortunately, besides the boxes, the only way to tell them apart is from their features.
I would like to know what are the best upgrade shocks for the Arrma Senton 4x4 V3 S3
There are a ton out there...what is your price range?
The best bang for the buck.
I have a Big Rock 3s. Very nice truck and handles very well and it is very durable. Thinking about getting the Senton as well. I have seen one for a very good price (second hand), so maybe I will pull the trigger on it this time.
The Senton is really fun and well balanced in the air.
My wife and I just picked up 2 of these from Vista RC. Really pleased with the durability, power, and stability. A bit of cogging at low speeds with 2s, will see how it does with 3s soon; might switch to a smaller pinion. That spot by Buccaneer is really great too!
Awesome! If you bought the brushless blx version, definitely run it on 3s. Also, check that the throttle switch is on 100% versus the 50% and 75% options. Thanks for watching, maybe I'll see you at the dirt jumps by Buccaneer Park sometime!
And we broke them.
bad news: 3s with a 100C 8000mah battery managed to destroy the plastic spur gears on both trucks within 15 minutes of each other.
I've chewed up spurs from motors shaking loose but this completely ground the spur smooth, it really needs a hardened steel spur gear and pinion for 3s.
The aluminum pinion was also deformed where it meets the spur teeth.
Both motors are siezed from all the filings that built up inside the gearbox.
Not easy to wrench on these trucks due to the friction fit design of the gearbox and sand packing in to the channels connecting it to the chassis (biggest issue imo).
I think we will be switching to associated b6 buggies since these trucks are close to totalled, and 2wd buggy looks pretty popular at sdrc.
@@Vethanis that's a bummer! I run 3s 50c 5000mah batteries and haven't had an issue with the spur gear yet, but on my Granite, I was having that issue and went to steel spur and haven't had an issue since. I would call Horizon Hobby about the motors and they will replace them for free. (I made a video about how easy the process was). I think you can only run 2s at SDRC, and these Arrma plastic trucks wouldn't keep up with the aluminum and carbon fiber kits that people use at the track. My buddy races there with a b4 and it would smoke any rc that I own. His also is close to $1,500 fully done up. Call Horizon...worse case scenario, get the new motors for free, buy a steel or plastic spur and then use it or sell it....you'll get much more for them that way.
@@rcleesd I think what happened is the trucks landed under power and the shock on the drivetrain caused the pinion to sawblade the spur gear.
A hardened steel spur would definitely be a big improvement. We will call Horizon and see what they do for the motors.
I'll probably replace the pinion and spurs on the diffs with hardened steel as well when I get around to reassembling everything.
For us, getting the gearbox + motor assembly out required a lot of force and prying with a tool due to sand packing into the channels between the gearbox and chassis. Same for the red spacer that holds it in place. We probably ought to blast everything clean between runs with an air compressor.
For now we are building our B6 kits that we will be using for light bashing and possibly some racing. So far has been an easy build just like my T3 kit 2 decades ago.
Where's this at. Looks like a good bash spot. I'm in San Diego area.
This is in Oceanside, near the train tracks (Morse and Coast Highway are the main crossroads). Directly across the tracks from Buccaneer Park.
Wow nice vehicle bro ! 😍
Thank you!!
My senton is awesome! I have a castle sidewinder system in, on a 19 tooth pinion, and it really moves!
That's awesome, it is a great truck and an excellent value!
@@rcleesd it really is! One of my favourites!
Genial 😯🇨🇱👌
Gracias por ver!
Wonder how that black truck would look with a senton body
Good idea!
have a granite 3s. bought the brushed senton just to try it out. can't do it. gotta get the 3s now. will donate the brushed one to my 5 year old. will be perfect for him. even that brushed on 2s was still pretty fun to drive the but the difference between brushed and brushless is night/day. i could upgrade the brushed but then i'll get to bash with the kid. :)
That's exactly what I did! Also, the 3s has a motor fan and isn't as likely to overheat, unlike the 2S brushed motors. Thanks for watching!
@@rcleesd yeah I put a heatsink and fan on the motor and a fan on the ESC of the brushed. Also removed the plastic front guards to allow air flow. That helped. But overall performance even on 2s is not even 50% of 3s. And the Senton drives so differently than the granite. Doesn’t seem to flip as much.
Amigo al senton mega 550 se le puede hacer brushles sin cambiar engranes
Interesante!
I have armor Senton it is a really good and durable truck. Very hard to break.
It's a great RC truck!
Bro can u help me? My arrma senton 3s is melting the solder joins on the blue cable. Is it bad earth? Is my motor wrecked? Or is the ESC wrecked? Any help would be appreciated
Sorry, just saw this. Possibly spent bearing in the motor causing resistance and or heat? Hard to say, but I would check the esc and motor with a voltmeter or send the motor back for a replacement. Did you ever end up figuring out what it was?
No haven't sussed it yet I'll try replacing the bearings like u said and get my m8 to go over the esc with voltage meter. I might look at motor and esc upgrade soon tho thought it might be fun
Let me know how it goes!
Own a typhon 3s think it has more power. Could be wrong. I love my granite tho. I want to make it a 8s 1 day.
It would make sense that the Typhon is the fastest since it likely weighs the least and has the lightest wheels and tires of the 3s lineup. Thanks for watching!
What are the best batteries to run with my senton? I've ordered a spectrum smart charger but spectrum batteries are fairly expensive? Is there others that you would recommend?
I agree, the Spektrum stuff is expensive. Many people like Gen Ace and Turnigy for affordable basher lipos. They will only be about $20 cheaper though.
@@rcleesd thanks bro I think I may go for the spektrums do you recommend g2 or the g1 ones as g2 version is out of stock atm?
Sorry for all the questions mate !! On my senton it is an ic5 connecter is it better to have an ic5 battery rather than an ic3 with an adapter as I've heard you shouldn't use adapters when running the car?
@@willpitcher2574 All good questions! The only difference (as far as I know) between the G1 and G2 is that the G2 doesn't have the balance leads anymore. If you bought the newer G2 type charger, they have both IC5 and IC3 options, so you don't need an adapter, and therefore get the IC5. I personally have the older G1 batteries and G1 Charger and decided to go with IC5 and just use the adapter to charge (IC5 to IC3) and then run it directly in the rc. I figured, I don't charge above 10 or 12 amps, so better to have the cable on then, rather than while driving. Also, less wire to mess with under the body shell. Hope this helps!!
@@rcleesd thanks mate! Have your g1's lasted well? And have you got the little gismo that tells you the battery percentage?
What kind of run time you geting with a 5000 mha battery
On average, about 30 minutes.
Are you going to get the Vortex?
I've been thinking about it!!
May or may not have picked one up :-)
how long last this battery on it?
I would say 20 to 30 minutes, depending on how fast you drive it.
I want this car,gotta pay off my lasernut first though 👌👍
Right on!
My Senton with whells of Big Rock is a real rocket!
Awesome!
@@rcleesd you only have to change the width of the fenders but it is very easy to widen them with a pair of scissors
I was wondering if it would fit. Thanks!
what distance does the arrma senton v3 go ?
I have ran it at least 500 feet away without issue (at that distance it gets hard to see it). Make sure to replace the cheap controller batteries with new, fresh quality batteries and you shouldn't have a problem.
@@rcleesd damm it im only getting like 80 ft even with brand new batteries 😔
@@392-smurf did you get it on Amazon?
@@rcleesd yeah I did
@Jordi maybe return it and try to buy at a local hobby shop?
I bought two, one in red and one in blue.
Awesome, you're gonna have a blast!
What c rating? Thanks
50c
@@rcleesd thank you!
V3 big rock runs typhon arms so its wider, sam wheelbase though
You are correct! Thanks for watching!
Yea.I have the red an black one I like my truck 🛻
Awesome, thanks for watching!
arrma senton.. very reliable, very fast.. on tarmac 50mph... a great budget buggy on 3s.. whats not to like...
I agree! One of the best value companies out there right now.
I tore up a baseball field with mine
They can definitely destroy some dirt and grass! Thanks for watching!
my dad has a granite. motor is shot tho
Tell him to call Horizon Hobby support line and they will replace his motor for free!
@@rcleesd will do. only got it a few montths ago
I have a 4s Senton don't want anything else Im so happy with it
That's awesome! The Senton is a great RC!!