Arrma Granite vs Arrma Vorteks
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The Arrma Granite is often thought of as the most well rounded 1/10 scale rc car. It's the rc car that most people seem to compare to when there is a new release. Arguably the most well known model. I don't hear the Arrma Vorteks mentioned very often, but it is 100% just as good, if not better. See for yourself.
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The signs of an intelligent well adjusted human is being able to make fun of ones self. Another fantastic video and your great sense of humor is always entertaining! I like how you have that dirt at the end of your laneway for the smoke shows.
Thanks 😊 i definitely do plenty of that lol
Ya the dirt is fun. My driveway is literally the lowest spot on my whole street and leads to the storm sewer so all the gunk from the road goes there and whatever doesn’t float over the grass sewer pathway stays there. I used to clean it when I cut the grass but now I just have fun with it 😂
Thanks!
Thanks so much buddy!!!
My cat woke me up an hour ago. Now i know why.
The Vorteks looks like a blast. My neighbor has one.
Nice video.
Haha! Boogie is smart! It is for sure. Thanks!
You make this all look so natural. Tumbling and landing right side up and going in the same direction, flying thru the air and tumbling end over end and still end up driving away. I'm 60 yrs old and don't even own an RC car, but you sure have me wanting one. I've entered a couple of your raffles, so we shall see... I'm hoping for the MT10? lol
Thanks! 3 years of practice helps! 😃
The MT10 is a good one. Thanks for entering and good luck on any future entries. I’ll probably do another MT10 raffall soon.
My go to channel when looking to buy new rc's
Super glad to hear that!!
I bought a 3s brushless Typhon in 2022 and it been through it’s an amazing buggy, I always regretted not buying the 3s brushless Vorteks. I might have to pick one up after all
Thank you so much for this review, new to these trucks and appreciate the comparison.
You’re welcome! Glad it was helpful!!
Thank you for the great video it’s so awesome to see what you do with all these vehicles I bought a few because of your reviews also love your sense of humor you and your kids are great
Great video mate 👍. I got the vorteks 4x4 3s for my grandson Ryett and the best mod's was fitting the 4s centre differential tower to tower brace.
Awesome!! I installed the center diff and typhon arms on another granite a few months ago and it made a big improvement?
Watching the granite flip and tumble back on its feet was satisfying to see
The skeleton, crash test dummy was his past (reminds me of Geoff the skeleton from Craig ferguson show)
Glad you liked it! Haha! Poor skeleton bro!!
The Vorteks is my favorite 3S by far. It's the fastest and best handling by a wide margin. If flips are your thing, a set of Granite wheels/tires make it a superb flipper. It will out Granite the Granite with a simple wheel change. I bought a 2nd Vorteks for street bashing. Typhon arms and street tires make a super stable missile on the street. It's a great truck that never really got the attention it deserved in my opinion.
Nice! Yes exactly! It needs more love! Definitely would make an excellent street basher! A plan for the future!
As a mom, I appreciate your videos. You drive the shit out of these cars like my child would. 😂 It helped me decide which one to buy for Christmas.
Awesome!! 😅 Glad it was helpful!! 😊
This is my favorite channel, keep it up
Super awesome dude, thanks!!!
I really love the granite it's got to be one of the most durable 1/10 scale monster truck it gets far air easily does stunt's
Great comparison vid brother 👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks my friend!!!
Have you seen my email comments yet? Lol
@@DerbyCityRC yeah, you didn’t give me an email ??
@RC-Closer1313 I wonder if UA-cam is deleting it. I’ve given it twice now lol. Here goes the third in code. derbycityrc then “at symbol” yahoo dot com
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I like both trucks, I couldn't decide... 🤔 Great video again 👌👍👍👍😊
Tough decision!! Thanks!!
Shopping around and had the Granite in my cart until I saw this. Thank you, Sir.
You’re welcome!!
BEST VID EVER 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thanks dude!!!
I just got the Vorteks for my birthday a couple of weeks ago and I love it!!!
Awesome!!!
Spectacular video! Great commentary and content! We love our Granite! It takes a beating and comes back for more. It is definitely not as stable as other cars, but thats the joy of Granny the Granite! With that said, the son and I agree we need a Vortex after watching this video! Afterall, the Granite just can't Vortex like a Vortex can! 😂
Thanks!! Its amazing that the vorteks can do some Granit-y things but the granite just can’t Vorteks all that well 😂😂
Great video. Thanks for the info!
Thanks and you’re welcome!!
Great video, I have both love them both! They both have great points about them. Overall I would go with the Vorteks first 😁
Thanks!
Completely agree😃😃
Gotta get the wide kit on the granite with proline badlands plus it helps the roll over problem and gives it a mean stance!
I have done this very thing! Just not on THIS granite 😃
The debate of the century, such a hard pick between the two!
Yes it is!! I know!!!
That was a killer flute solo!! 🤣
Haha, especially for being my first one ever. Thanks 😂
I wanna see a video comparing the Vorteks and the Mojave 4s
I’m actually picking up a Vorteks this weekend off a guy, it’s real clean. Already have the granite and have big bore shocks on it now. Maybe I’ll put my stock granite shocks on the vorteks since I like to hit the ramps hard too 🤣
Haha! I like the granite shocks on the vorteks so far but I slammed into a tree mid jump and that cut me short for now lol 😂
Awesome job on the ''Vs'' video👍😎👍 BTW did you ever get around to setting your ESC punch settings to max on your Vorteks??
Thanks!! Don’t mean the Senton I turned into the monster beetle? I haven’t yet lol. Actually meant to yesterday and completely forgot as I was filming other things lol. I’m definitely going to!
@@DerbyCityRC Nah I meant the Vorteks because I remember in your Vorteks video you did before you was saying that you wasn't able to get to do a wheelie on 3s and 2s I had brought up to you that I maxed out the punch settings on my ESC on my Vorteks so now it does wheelies non stop.
@3DMOFO2020 Oh gotcha. I actually did not up the punch and it wheelies pretty well now 😂 especially with granite shocks 😈
@@DerbyCityRC Cool!!!
Few ideas...im an owner of a vorteks...absolute blast of a car, pure ground missile. Added RPM typhon arms to make it wider...plan to get slicks for asphalt and a more 'monster truck style Tyre for offroad. It also has metal Spur gear, upgraded fan for motor. It's stock 18tooth pinion is going to heat up real fast, keep that in mind.
Nice! I’ve done the typhon parts on another granite before. Would be cool on the vorteks too!
i had a vorteks...well i still have it but its changed alot. has typhon arms and drive shafts, different shocks and a whole lot more.
Awesome!!
I went to town on upgrades for the granite . That k6s front shock for the rear and Mojave front for the front shocks was reccomended to me and it’s even better with M2c pistons. On the 6’ high landings it might hop but never flips bit on bigger landings it lands as it should without the pistons and it’s good but it always lands good with them pistons . There’s so many permutations and combinations to try with the all the cars it’s pretty cool actually
Definitely enjoy the experimentation!!
What upgrades would you do to the Vortex? Do that video next.
Both are good, if I had to choose I'd go with Granite. But as shown in this video, each has its advantages.
Yes both have advantages for sure!!
Huge Arrma fan family. 3 Granites and 1 Vorteks. The Vorteks is faster, lower and handles better. But, the Granites hold up better to bashing. Just our experience.
Pretty much what I’ve come up with too, thanks!
How do you get the slipper clutch to work properly 2,3 runs and it up shot out to
Tired of putting money in it how do I fix this problem 😮
I’ve beat the crap out of both of these and never had a slipper issue like that. I’ve heard of others with this problem though. I’ve only ever had to tighten the one on my granite once. Do you do a lot of jumping?
Another awesome torture teat, my friend !! 👍👍
Both nice RCs but for the $350.00 price they should come with the batteries and charger !!
On a side note are 3s or 4s batteries any more dangerous to charge and store than 2s are or are they the same ??
Thanks!!
They’re gonna pack more power so as far as I know, they will have a stronger or longer lasting fire. Not positive on this though.
@@DerbyCityRC k thank you for the info !!
This was a great comparison. It seems the Vorteks is a better driving truck and the Granite is a better jumper. If your out by yourself you probably have to do fewer trips to chase the Vorteks down to flip it over. We've had a polar vortex. Does your test mean they are polar opposites? Yes, Vorteks is spelled differently than vortex.
Thanks!! Yup they both have their place!!
I think maybe some brass hex extentions on the granite may help the rolling over issue, yea?
Even better is using Arrma typhon arms and turn buckles. I did that to another granite and it’s definitely much better. Also added a center differential.
Great video man! I’m deciding between a TA mt10 and a Omni terminator carbon. I know you only have the non carbon version, but between those two, which drive the best and have better shocks?
Thanks! The Omni has better shocks from the get go, but they have a weakness (though that may have been addressed now). They’re both very similar and can’t go wrong. The Omni has all those upgrades available if you haven’t seen my video on that, but I kinda feel the terminator may have a slightly better feel to it. The droop screws are a super awesome touch too. Obviously the MT is a proven model too. So I’m sure this really didn’t help at all lol
Really great video, dude. Could you do an Outcast 4S V2.5 VS Mojave 4S video as well? Not as similar, but both are amazing vehicles in your collection
Thanks! That’s something I’ve been considering. I’ve got a few other things first, but a good suggestion that I’d like to get to!
Great comparison! I have neither but I think I would have to get the Vorteks. What is the poor skeletons name again?
Thanks!! Certainly a good choice. He is a nameless bone pile for now 😂
Got both still vortex ready to rock 🎉
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Got the granite when it was on sale for $270! It prob my favorite basher. I have a few of their 6s stuff but they are just too big and break easy.
That’s an awesome deal for sure!!
I've had my granite for years and irs been great but recently decided to convert it to a vorteks for a change. Parts should be here anyday now.
Cool!! Let me know how you like it 👍👍
@@DerbyCityRCof course bro, will do. Hey, just curious - will we ever see a Gorgon video from you? 😀 It looks like one of the toughest geared, most durable bashers out there and it's super cheap. There is something about it that makes me want it more than the usual RC. Makes me feel like a kid again (born in the 80's, maybe that's why a 2wd brushed monster truck has me so excited 😆) but seriously, would love to see you do a video series on it, I think you would love the platform even though it's 2wd. Find the "weak" points, Derby City style. 😉
@drewnewcomb2909 possibly! I’m definitely interested 😊😊😊
I love my vortex it’s great and still stock.
Definitely an epic car!!
Need to put the typhon 3S in there too. Im actually trying to decide which 3S to go with. I want to get a typhon later for racing but I want a good basher.
I definitely do need a typhon!!
Vorteks, mjx 10208 or arrma big rock, which do ya like more ?
I don’t have the big rock but I still think my favorite of those would be the Vorteks.
@DerbyCityRC thank you for a fast reply love your channel!
@jw2par you’re welcome man! That’s great to hear! 😊
Good content, quick question ive been trying to set the punch on my granite they way its supposed to but nothing it keeps coughing when i press forward, what could it be?
Thanks!! Has it always done that or recently just start? Does it roll smoothly by hand with all 4 tires on the ground?
@@DerbyCityRC I was doing it wrong tho, i thought i literally had to press the reset button 5 times but is just until it reaches on long beep.
Thanks anyway brother
@joesant1943 no problem!!
How much is the ramp?
They have three sizes. This is the biggest at 4ft wide. I think I remember the cheapest is $160. This one was maybe $225 but the reinforcement on the front is an additional upgrade I’d recommend.
Hey man new subscriber just getting into rc cars I want one that’s big enough that it won’t roll over all the time from sharpish turns and that takes 3s and under 200 got a couple options I’ve watched slot of your vids and it’s just so hard to decide please and thank you 🙏
Hello, welcome, and thanks!!
For under $200 this one is the best I’ve found: ua-cam.com/video/h-gm6wRZj2g/v-deo.htmlsi=DlpKUQhDiDYDlgpK
there’s a temporary coupon in the description. After that I’m pretty sure the price will be $279 😳. I really like it for the price. Hope this helps!!
You’ve maybe seen that one already. The rlaarlo omni terminator is a great option but it’s a little smaller and slightly over $200 I think. HBX 2997a not bad but a little smaller than the terminator. The new Arrma vorteks or fury but those might be 2s.
Do u know of any upgraded differentials and opinions frontier deerc 1/10 cars mine keep striping the gears with my brushless upgrades
Pinion
Pinion
The granite has a higher center of grivory for sure . The wide kit helps. Yeah man , I d take a vorteks for sure too for the better remote . I had 4s backflips on the wide granite for over a month and switch back to stock . It’s fun for jumps but the taller tires isn’t as good handling as the stock for me . But the wide granite with 4s lp s and 6s stocks lands like a cream puff .
Nice!! 6s shocks would be sweet for sure!
What ramp is that?
I’ve got it listed in the description. It’s from kc-rc. Had it a good 10 months and it’s been a beast so far.
Love the video . What are the main competitors with the vorteks ….i guess I am asking what class is the Vorteks because I don’t know the difference between the names truggy…buggy….truck….car….stadium truck….blaster….basher… I’m confused
I’m new and don’t own any but I think I like leaning towards more stability and sliding and small jumps of the terrain …
My terrain will be mainly short grass, dirt, small gravel , trails…natural lay of land … occasional bmx tracks … rarely concrete and no skateboard parks and super high jumps. Hi cringe when I see videos of people jumping high on concrete., that’s not even me paying the bills lol
Main competition of the vorteks would be a Traxxas rustler. They consider them both a "stadium truck". The granite by Arrma and the stampede by Traxxas is a monster truck, the arrma senton and Traxxas slash are called a short course truck. Bashing is when you drive your RC "without rules" and just do your own thing, doing jumps and going fast etc. as opposed to racing on a track with rules. Hope this helps with some of the terminology, good luck and welcome to the hobby!
Traxxas Rustler 4x4VXL...and even when the Vorteks 3s launched it was cheaper, 380$...now it's priced the same as the other 3s Arrma 330$ minus the big rock which is 350$.
@@drewnewcomb2909thanks
Couldn’t have said it better myself! Thanks!
Thanks for helping out a fellow bro!!
What’s your favorite version of the Grom models currently available?
I don’t own any yet. I’ll like out get an ouctast or Kraton if they get released. The one that seems to get the most praise is the Mojave.
Who makes that BLX 100 esc?
It's a rebranded hobbywing
Spekteum is too right?
@@DerbyCityRC yeah bro, except I don't think they started putting spektrum branding on them untill the v2 or v3, the original blx 100 doesn't have any spektrum branding on it at all just arrma and can be programmed using the hobbywing ezrun programming card, not sure about the newer ones that are branded spektrum as I only have experience with the OG ones myself.
@drewnewcomb2909 gotcha! I think I’ve heard some people say atleast some spektrums can be programmed with a HW card
@@DerbyCityRC the Typhon has a Hobbywing motor and esc. And I keep the HW remote Bluetooth tuner module in it so you’ll just have to download the app and you can tune it while driving it👍🏻.
Hey man, crazy question here.
How do you think my Omni Terminator (carbon) with 1/10 wheels compares to these two? Should I "upgrade" to the granite?
That’s tough to answer. The terminator is awesome. But I’d say if you were to upgrade, spread that size gap a little further and atleast go with a 4s model. I love the 4s outcast!
@@DerbyCityRC Thank you! 4S is a bit too much for me, no proper place to run them around here...
Gotcha! Well then either one would still be an upgrade in size and power. If you plan on doing more jumping I’d go granite, if you plan on keeping it on the ground, I’d go Vorteks! 😊
@@DerbyCityRC Thanks!
@RinkaiKouen you bet!!
After watching this I must go burn 2 packs with the kcrc and a 6s and the granite baby . Do you keep the slipper kind of tight ? I was at the reccomnded 1 1/2 turns loosened but it was too loose and probably safer than cracking it a 1/3 of a turn ? What does everyone think . I’m no experienced slipper clutch setter . But this last time I set it I put in an Allen wrench and went fwd u til the wheels skid and it’s been great .
Do it!!! I’ve only adjusted mine on the granite once. And just when I could tell it was starting to slip. I’ve never messed around with it otherwise. But I feel like you probably did it properly. Definitely want some skid
I'm wondering if the New Arrma Vorteks mega 550 with a brushless conversation is the best Vorteks? I'm sure you'll tell us soon in an upcoming video 😅👍
Probably won’t be better lol. Just 2 wheel drive right? That honestly sounds super fun though!
I am a noob so I need some suggestions on my first RC
I’m down to three
A. Rlaarlo carbon fiber terminator
B. Arma Vorteks
C. Traxxas rustler
I’m retired so limited funds . I really like the Vorteks but every video I watch it breaks….but nobody seems to complain. The terminator seems to break a lot less but people complain about it breaking . Durability matters a lot to me
My plans - stability with speed on dirt, short grass, small gravel, wood trails and occasional bmx trail, parking lots. Just small jumps in the lay of the land but no big ramps or concrete landings .
The terminator looks more durable but the Vorteks looks slightly more fun …it appears the Vorteks will cost me about 300 more when I factor in batteries and charger and the extra initial cost of the machine
Suggestions appreciated?
Add any models I haven’t thought of
I don’t have a rustler so can’t speak on that. Isn’t it funny how everyone complains when the rlaarlo breaks but not the vorteks? 😂 probably because the Vorteks is faster maybe a little heavier so impacts are harder. Also easier to get parts for the Vorteks (atleast for now), and probably overall easier to work on. Plenty of upgrades out there if you have repetitive breaks. And of course the costs savings of the terminator is substantial when you include battery, though getting a second battery would be ideal for more run time, and you still need a charger.
Seriously a rough answer to give. I guess another car you could look at is the WOV racing. Have you seen that one? ua-cam.com/video/q88PZr_dkBc/v-deo.htmlsi=IE9GfUjnAZCLlJW2
@@DerbyCityRC ….thanks for the suggestion. I checked that video and will consider that RC….love you channel
@francostacy7675 you’re welcome! I’ll try to help whenever I can!
You recommend the 1/14 scale hyper go I settled at for the 1/16 and I still loved it I will be getting the 1/14 still but anyways I would appreciate your opinion once again I live your videos
Im looking for 1/10 scale
My brothers have
Redcat epx upgraded
Redcat epx pro stock
I would love your opinion
Not big on upgrades I love the hyper go you recommend compared to volcano 16. On out the box no needing to do anything
Arama vortex
Arama granite
T/A MT 10
Big rock 3s
XLF F28
Hyper go 10208
Granite with Typhon arms for the best of both worlds!
Yup! I did that project a few months ago along with a center diff. Definitely A big difference!
I have both of these...I loved em..but they are that certain size n weight were they basically self destruct over time...sad...they are both nice rcs tho
I guess I can see that. Plastic over time can flex and loosen, but it’s all serviceable. Definitely nice cars and priced well!
Man, I’m just a complete sucker for a monster truck! The only Arrma I have is a Granite Grom (and of course it’s still in the box…go figure). Are you sensing a trend here with a good portion of my collection? 😂
Oh believe me I get that! You have alot of stuff unopened 😂😂
Brother I want to mail you my 3s Typhon to test and to change your mind on your favorite Arrma 3s😳… I’m serious.. I think you’ll love it! I hope you don’t say that you’ve already had one band don’t like it… lol
I’m definitely down with this if you are.
Never driven one but would be in the plans eventually!
@@DerbyCityRC send your email and I’ll hit you up to figure this out… I’m serious. Remember, I’m still not walking and have been doing nothing but upgrading all my RC’s but I haven’t got a chance to get them tested and dialed in… I need your help😎
@RC-Closer1313 derbycityrc@yahoo.com. 👌👌
Great video. Hey I'm regards to that tree stump that you crashed into.... if you baby get it removed by a tree company you can do like my dad did. He rented a chainsaw and just sent ahead and cut it to the level of the ground. Only cost him 100 bucks in total.
Thanks. I’ve got a chainsaw. 4 actually but only one works 😅. Really just need to do it. 😂. I left it on purpose because I can jump RCs off the other side of it, but it’s on the way more than it’s been helpful so it will be gone soon lol
I have 3 arrma 3s cars and they’re all tough as nails and fast as hell 🇺🇸💪🏻
Absolutely!!!
That car sounds like Star wars evil spaceships sounds lol
😂😂
Yea, typical Vorteks breaks every time ya drive it. I have more time fixing mine than driving it and that's with heavy duty parts. Piece of sh_t!
It’s always shocks for me. Maybe an acle once. They could use an improvement on those for sure.
Tell them to send me one 😂 the ramp that is. i can't afford all that 😂
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It's the old Xmaxx vs krayton debate. For an all out aerial assault the granite or Xmaxx can't be beat but if you want a 4x4 that handles like a car but like a car you get a lot of body slapping and a lot more violence on your electronics the vortex or krayton is where it's at. The outcast tries to blend the two worlds.
I agree! Big fan of my 4s outcast.
Rlaarlo Omni-Terminator or HBX 2997A which one is your first preference 🥰❤⚠️⚠️
Definitely this: amzn.to/47zJbTZ
A great car at an awesome price
Carbon Fiber version or the metal version is good?
I’d go with that carbon fiber version I linked. That sale brings it close to the cost of the metal version.
It's a no-brainer for me the vortex is so much better. Looks like it handles a lot nicer and doesn't flip very often.
My Vorteks gets more drive time out of 13 trucks I own so far❤.
Now on 4s and breaking parts😂
Honestly if you want a truck that size just get the Mt10 which BTW is MORE durable than both those arrmas and with the right upgrades has more power etc
It still depends. I did a comparison between the granite and the mt10 last year. Both have their qualities. Arrma definitely has better stock electronics but the mt10 is slightly more durable probably and has the center diff. Which one can also be put on the granite. I like them both and still can’t really decide which is better.
Interesting
Typhon arms and links is the ticket
I actually did that to one a while back in a different video. Also added the center diff. Much better for sure!
@@DerbyCityRC yes I'm about to add the center diff to my 50mph Vorteks that has wide arms
@rccarsandmusic2641 an awesome upgrade indeed! Did you see where I did it to the granite? Takes a slight bit of alteration to the chassis.
Or if they cannot decide, they can just get them both using your link duh
lol obviously!!!
30 dollars and you can widen the granite making it better all around
Ya I did that on another granite a few months ago. Added a center diff too. Definitely a good way around to help.
Poor skinny Mike got two of them in the face!! Damn
Poor guy can’t catch a break!
Damn plastic shock parts can’t handle you… lol
They cannot 😂
Like doom music
I own both and the both have there place in my collection , my granite is heavily modified widened and on 4s outcast shocks. I use that when I want to jump high and do flips. My vorteks is stock it handles so well and is fast in the turns, I do agree it does break more than the granite probably due to tire size and suspension travel. Hope that helps someone!😂 cheers🤙🤘
Awesome man!! Your granite sounds like a beast!! 😃
You should get a big rock ! It’s already “widened” and has the longer chassis I’m curious to know if it is a middle ground. Either that or a typhon 🤣🤘
You really need to get a big rock it's way better than both of them. Nothing like them to way better experience driving and stunting
Hopefully soon!! I’ve widened another granite before and added a center diff and it was a big improvement.
Good stuff!
Fanks!!!!