Big Rock Review
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- In this video the studio gets a new Big Rock from Arrma and AJ digs into what makes it what it is. Come along as he puts this RC to the test before giving our ratings.
Music:
Drafting the Blueprint
Rockin' for decades, You'll learn
STRLGHT, Too late for me
Blue collar heroes, Nothing is impossible
Clandestine, Get back in the game
Deaf Election, Falling in flames
Sven Karlsen, Running the world
Scoobadive, Electric
How does this guy not have 500k subs. Freaking great videos!
I agree he deserves more followers that he currently has.
Right? The most comprehensive reviews. Albeit a bit long winded.
@@SargentSkroonk You could always play them at a higher speed (1.25X -1.5X :) )
@@lautrique Nope..i watch at 0.25..lol..
Crowded place UA-cam is.
Quality eventually will rise to the top.
Yeah i really like the matt black look of this thing, its nice sometimes not to be bombarded with all the colors of the rainbow
I agree. I hate bright skittles colors. Screams 1980s. Traxxas is bad for this, they are ugly ass colors.
I really like how you got a little personal in this video. You became not just a face on UA-cam, but an actual relatable person. I appreciate that.
Great vid. Miss the old outro ha. Have Big Rock, Vorteks, Granite, & Typhon in 3S BLX. All bought for Christmas gifts in the family. Minor driver errors which have broken something on each vehicle. I’m 40, son 6, father 68. Being winter here we’ve stuck to driving in farm lot next to heated garage to stay warm. #1 issue with these vehicles are rocks caught in steering are preventing turning. If bashing only it seems to happen less frequently. Once we are racing each other hitting more and harder corners happens often. There’s a Kraton 6S and Stampede as well but love this 3S Big Rock. My favorite along with Granite!
Recently converted my Senton into a Big Rock after getting a Mojave. I’m running Granite wheels/tires. Fun little monster truck.
Loving ya attitude towards ,knowing how we all started out with stunting around with these RCS ,saving up for parts etc,I'm a grown up now , I think,with income to hop up to 6s with aftermarket hop ups.Yet the fun perspective never changes.liking you angle.✌️
That thing is snappy for how cold it looks!! Great vid brother. 🔥🔥💪🏻💯
Big rock was my first RC and I still love to drive it! A few upgrades along the way because when you bash it hard you will break things. But also it being my first one I didn't know what to check for as far as maintenance like checking your mesh and checking your differentials every now and then. I literally beat the brakes off this truck! The parts I broke the most were drive axles. The second biggest replacement is i would pull the bottom perches right off the shock rods. But parts are relatively cheap and easy to replace on these 3s rc's. Great video with a lot of great information AJ!!👍💯
Durability... 8 is a good score, I might have gone with a 9 just because a sudden in the frozen tundra seems to equal a warm curb tree fence post or Boulder... just my thoughts, I maybe wrong but just thinking out loud.... as always great content...
Thanks for commenting. 😎👍
Great channel! Just subscribed.. out of all my rc cars this is my favorite.. love this truck!
It is a great truck. Thanks for the sub😎👍
I have one of these amongst others, i have just put the blue body on it & upgraded it to 4S with 120Amp ESC but on std engine, its so fast & still strong. One of the best value bashers for sub 500. Agree 100% with your review.
liked and subscribed, nice home setup! I put a lifetime table in my office and it is slowly but surely dedicating more room to the hobby, going on 5th car now that I just got the Black Rock. I got into RC for a way to exercise my dog then started on the wormhole of nicer cars and learning repairs.
My Big Rock came in the mail yesterday afternoon, I made the mistake of not noticing it was an EC5 battery adapter (which i do not have) so we will be up and running later today! Starting with a pair of Zeee S2's to see how that goes
Great video! Great comparison of Arrma 3s cars. I always wanted to see the differences between them.
Glad you liked it!
Great video, appreciate the additional information on centre diffs or not, and the effect of tire swell on handling. That makes sense, I probably just thought it was torque steer. Cheers Brian
Glad it was helpful!
This is the best side by side i've been looking for. I was very close to buy the Big Rock but i went with the slightly bigger Kraton.
Mine had quite a few breaks. Good thing was Horizon warrantied the parts
I put the TLR Typhon shocks on my big rock. Works well for me. The durability at an 8 is silly when you brake nothing. But it's your opinion.
Tlr Shocks are slightly different. Best and easiest fit would be typhon 6s (non tlr) shocks
@@runnerbabathey’re exactly the same brother just different color
First time watching. Just finished my year of RC....only own a BRRK. I UP GRADED IT TO 💀. Then down graded to atleast my bullet proof point. It's been so good to me
Hard for me to choose an rc not a fan of truggy or short wheel base so this was a winner for me !
People should consider replacing the motor plate with a stronger one prior to running the Big Rock. There are several options. The stock motor plate is from very soft aluminum and WILL bend on a nose landing or impact. Chances are that other components are damaged as a consequence. Some ppl had to replace a motor, I had to replace to slipper clutch.
Additionally, I strongly advice to add a bit of soft foam to the hole on the front left where small rocks can enter to block the steering.
Great idea splitting the top 10 list into a budget and higher end. Keep up the good work AJ!
Appreciate it!
Got a link to the best?
I don't think it was laziness, maybe cutting costs. But in my opinion it was deliberate, along with the double cabin, when you see it, you know exactly what it is, an Arrma Big Rock. Simple but effective, like the car itself.
The BRCC is probably the same width as the Typhon 3S. The offset wheels on the BRCC makes it look wider than it really is.
I’m looking at the tenacity on the shelf during this review, thinking it’s about $60 (AUD)more than the big rock but seems the better option. I know it’s apples and oranges but is that an unfair comparison? I’ve only been in the hobby 8 months looking to move up from my Kyosho Mad Van VE. Thank you for your reviews they have been greatly appreciated.
gear it to 18t & upgrade the driveshafts.your all good after that🤩
These arrma 3s cars really impress me, ive been loving my senton. Not too big not too small, and good and fast 👍
Awsome car AJ!!!🤘💪🔥🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆
Hey...love hearing from you, Speed. Been keeping an eye on your channel; it's still awesome! Thanks for supporting us here, AJ
@@AJJAMStudios AJ! Love your channel. Keep on Rockin my man?🤘🏆🔥❤️
My local Hobby can't keep them in stock, it's the price and its reputation, i just want to look at the box in person lol. I own 1/8 or larger, however, I'm not totally against 1/10 and I'm interested in the Big Rock and a few others, exceptional review bro.
Great videos 👍👍👍
Love blacked out trucks. Not every truck needs to look like a care bear or unicorn lol
I own 2 👍 I love driving in fields with hills. Going over hills I find after driving them for 2 months they need a little more power to get air on grass . So ime going 4 s on both. To increase power where I need it. Other than that it fly's . Very durable. I agree on body bought blue one working on custom one. Bash on bro. 👍
Right on!
100% agree with your take on expensive vs less expensive rc's, also thats a really good point about the brake force being reduced when the throttle rate is reduced to 50/75%, I'll have to experiment with that. The SLT3 has programmable end points for the steering and throttle but they are a little tricky to set. Something like turn the radio on while holding full reverse and full right, then its in programming mode and you can make adjustments. Not handy enough to quickly change it and hand it off to a kid but doable for sure. Love the vids AJ, very comprehensive and enjoyable content 👍👍
Your doing a good job aj , Paul from UK I enjoy your channel 😊
Thanks 👍
Ya, good video man. Keep up the good work.
Glad to see you reviewing this one. I'm a big fan of long-wheelbase 1/10 scale monster trucks, but there isn't much on the market apart from the Big Rock.
I'll be especially interested to see your thoughts on the design of the drivetrain, especially the power module and the composite center driveshaft. Apparently the driveshaft is prone to damage and the power module is prone to accumulating debris. I went with the Traxxas Hoss as opposed to the Arrma 3S vehicles for this reason, but I'm very open to being convinced otherwise.
Your thoughts on cheap vs. expensive RCs is why I mostly stick to 1/10 scale. I love cheap beater vehicles that I don't have to worry about breaking. Dumping 1K into a large-scale seems like a recipe for not wanting to drive the vehicle very hard. Most of us in this hobby aren't made of disposable income lol.
As always, good video!
i got one big rock but i think this car main problems are the rocks coming in and locking servo the and drive shafts are weak. need to order new parts because i basicly full speed jumped it :D
I was excited when I got the big rock but disappointed that it only lasted 3 light runs. Then esc went out. I'm going to upgrade the esc and servo. I wish arrma would step up with a better transmitter and electronics.
Email horizon they'll replace anything that breaks for free for two years
They are fine on all my 3s Cars. No problems. Only 6s ESC on the Infractions got bad (2 times, nearly new, and 1 DX3 Transmitter).
@@runnerbaba all the arrma cars have a 2 year warranty on the electronics and they are fast at shipping replacement parts.
The 3s esc in the big rock is actually pretty good. Use that warranty!
If you have the newer slt-3 transmitter, it's actually decent. The older one was terrible.
Hi AJ. Luv the channel and content. Keep it going.
I am have become very interested in the rc hobby. I am retired now and looking for a hobby to help occupy some of my time. I am in the research stage and have thought about making the Arrma Big Rock or Senton as my 1st rc. When I first started researching, I was leaning toward the new Redcat Vilcano EXP Pro, the the Team Associated Rival MT10 became a strong contender but with my continuing research, I am leaning toward the Big Rock because of the wider stance over the Senton. They share the same chassis with the Big Rock having longer arms. My intention is to make a semi monster VW Bug out of it. My wife had a a VW Bug when we were dating and got married so I think it would be cool. I was thinking the wider stance if the Big Rock might help with that. I would appreciate any thoughts and recommendations toward my research direction.
I Love My Big Rock! It was the first one for me and it’s still in my top favorites ❤️
U can definitely adjust the diff’s you need clean out grease put thick oil I put 80k. In the rear differential they have seals never had a leak I also did it to my Arrma 1/8 scale infraction 3s Blx.
80k is a lot. Most people go with something like 20-40k if stock 10k is too light. But what works for.you is good
@@runnerbaba it’s what you prefer. Some more some. Lower. But it does make a difference
Absolutely correct. What works for one person seldom works for another. We find that each person will figure out a way to set their car up so it suits them, there is no right or wrong about it. If it works for you, it works. Keep on bashing.😎👍
I don’t believe there’s another channel on UA-cam that explains these R/C’s better than you. You should have been teacher, you just break them down in way it’s very easy to understand. I also don’t believe in “shelf queens”. I like to have fun with all my R/C’s and the ones that are capable of bashing get bashed.
Thx again for another great review 👍🏼…
Thank you so much. AJ
Body is painted on the outside. So when it scratches, it reveals pure plastic. It's like they forgot the silver they usually do on the inside like the outcast and notorious.
Love the channel and videos, wonder if you've ever considered doing a outcast 4s v2 review and mod list, I have one and personally love to see your guys thoughts on it
I recently noticed I come to you for everything now. You should have 200k not 20k subs but hey better for us 20 lol!!!!
I'm glad you're finding my videos helpful! 😎👍
I like the matte black finish! It’s basically a blank canvas to do what you want with.
Have u ever tried the Dumbo transmitter?? Because I have seen a lot of reviews and that's a good budget radio.
Yes, we have a couple of them. They work well, especially for the price point. 👍
Great channel and vids! Catch up sometime, AWH near NQ also
When i ran the black body, i slapped some green MONSTER logo's on it to give it charecter
The Big Rock is the most legendary Arrma 3S basher and probably the most legendary 1/10th 3S basher of all brands for a few reasons...
First, Arrma 3S is the best value for bashing on the market. They are incredibly tough right out of the box. The only recommended upgrades are the M2C Racing Motor Mount + Brace System and some suspension tuning (thicker shock oil and a bit more pre-load).
These upgrades are huge because Arrma set up the 3S trucks for mild to medium bashing out of the box - it only makes sense. However, with really big jumps, you can slam the truck down really hard, bend a shock shaft, the weight of the motor hanging off the mount can bend the mount on a big hit and then gears aren't aligned properly and that leads to more issues; or in the more extreme cases - even snap the entire chassis.
These 2 changes get you ready for huge jumps. The motor mount will keep that motor from moving even a millimeter no matter how hard you hit things, and the stiffer suspension will help absorb impacts and keep the shocks and chassis from breaking.
Second - The Arrma Warranty. Its a HUGE part of the Arrma value. Broken parts? Free replacements, no questions asked unless they suspect extreme abuse or improper operation and even when I broke my chassis, they didn't ask (20-foot high jump at a skatepark landing straight onto a concrete curb slamming the chassis over the curb and shattering it LOL).
Third - The Big Rock is a long-wheel base, widened Granite - basically. Its a monster truck, but it handles like a Truggy. Thats why people specifically like this model - its Just like the Kraton.
The ONLY negative to this truck or really any Arrma 3S is the plastic parts getting cold and brittle in the winter. Otherwise, its one of the best bashers on the market today and definitely the best starter truck of all time. The Only negative specifically to THIS 3S Arrma is yea - the lack of colors. Its so weird that all the other Arrma 3S trucks have color options and only the Big Rock is left out 🤷♂️
Ive had my Big Rock for over 2 years since the V3 came out, ran over 120 packs with every pack being EXTREMELY ABUSIVE and it still runs to this day and only ever broke 2 parts. 120 packs all full of jumps pushing 20 feet high and thats all thats ever broken - Im even still on the factory plastic diffs and spur gear because I did the M2C Racing Motor Mount upgrade and kept my driveline perfectly straight. Thats why Arrma 3S is the best - no time wrenching, all the time driving.
WOW...Great information. Thank you so much for sharing. This is just the kind of response we like here, helping others understand how things work in the real world. You rock!
You ran 120 packs through it and *never* had to replace the slipper clutch, *never* had issues with the composite driveshafts, *never* broke an A-arm, *never* wore out the spur gear due to debris? After jumping 20 ft in the air?
You must have been landing it every time. The problems with this platform are very well documented and others have broken the truck doing far less. I'm sure you've had a great experience but forgive me for being skeptical.
Because if that's been your experience....damn, I may think about going and buying one.
@@christopheranderson6931 Ya, its been my experience because I upgraded it before I ever drove it. The M2C Racing Motor Mount + Brace System is incredibly important, it makes sure that center transmission area is absolutely BULLETPROOF and that by extension reinforces the rest of the driveline. Everything stays straight and tight, also tuned the shocks with 50wt oil and a bit more preload to absorb landings better.
I have broken parts, I just don't count them as issues with the truck because they were clearly MY FAULT. Sure Im on the original diffs and spur but I did break a rear skid plate and wheelie bar mount when I did a 20-foot high jump at a skate park with a triple backflip, hit the brake at the wrong time and slammed the rear end down onto the concrete. Of course that would break it, that would break anything, including aluminum.
But when it comes to bashing pretty damn hard and just having normal crashes like cartwheels or rolling over or landing sideways on some dirt or grass like normal people, ya nothing has broken or gone wrong. Im surprised my factory drivetrain has survived tho cuz I did jump out of a bowl at a skate park, another massive 20-foot-high jump and slammed the chassis over the lip snapping it in half and it did literally NO damage to anything else - just got a warranty chassis and it was up and running again. Again this doesn't count, that kind of hit would have even bent a M2C 4mm Arrma 6S Bashing Chassis, it was a dumbass move and I paid the price for it.
I will tell you that the plastic DOES eventually wear out. At this point all of my rod ends are so worn out that the ball joints just slide in and out, nothing is tight anymore, there is slop in every single link and tie rod/turnbuckle. This truck is no longer precise or accurate to drive whatsoever, but it still runs and still bashes hard, so honestly I don't care, its a cheap basher meant for fun without worry and you know what - the Arrma 3S trucks are the best in the business at that.
@@wallacengineering8096hey sorry for the noob question... I hear people say they run 30 packs or 50 packs battery already... What does that mean. They used 50 battery packs? Every battery was used and exhausted 300 charge cycles?
Love the big rock!
It's a great rig!
Belted tires on my Big Rock was the game changer. Far more stable. Did the same to my Senton.
Awesome info, thanks!
If i paid my big rock v3 499$ canadian, does it make it more "high end"?? 😆
No. We rate it by our price US. Specials and out of country do not affect this.
@@AJJAMStudios was only a joke my friend.✌️
Awsome Review!
Thanks!
Never underestimate Tony he's probably got some🚀 in that 🪨
If you had to choose between the big rock or vorteks which one would you choose?
Ooooo, tough question. I love the looks of the Vorteks much better. Both handle great and are fast. I guess it would depend upon the conditions. For groomed areas the Vorteks. Rough areas Big Rock. I hoe that helps. AJ
Yes that helps thank you
Love your channel
What about this compared to the granite? Big rock seems a bit more stable, but granite looks like it has some wild fun characteristics. What do you prefer? Also you were talking about batteries. Would be a good video! I'm struggling to find a good hard case 3s battery about 6000/6800mah that would fit in an arrma 3s and kraton 6s (two stacked). Gensace makes s basher series at that rating, supposedly "made for arrmas"! That don't fit in the 6s kraton or the 1/10 granite, two of Arrmas most popular cars. Thanks
Both vehicles are fun. The granite is a short wheelbase truck, which is awesome for stunting. The big rock, however, is a long wheelbase chassis and more stable because of that length. I would say the big rock controls a bit better, but it is still a matter of taste, what works for you? I would say you can’t go wrong either way. Thanks for asking.
Granite probably. If I want a stable rig to rip around in a wide open space I'll drive my kraton 6s. Thanks!
That's a xmaxx on left of your dragster on tool box but what is that fox car on the right at the top? Thanks if you reply, Bryan Caudill.
That is the DBXL-E V2 from Losi. 😎👍
Dont even think about it. LOL just google it...
Great rc I have one no breaks . Second one a few breaks put 50 back in .lol yes it's the driver crashing head on into concrete full speed lol That should cancel the warranty. That shock puts abnormal where on car. Not covered. Can't fix stupidity.🤣 No ime not the driver. No I don't expect arrma to cover breaks in future. We bash hard it's not there car it's us having fun. This car takes tons of abuse love it. Bash on👍💪
Will a Fubata Transmitter bind with included receiver.
I do not think so. However, the two and three channel Spektrum receivers are not very expensive.
GOD BLESS YOU I LOVE YOUR PROGRAM BUT MORE THAN ALL YOUR LOVE FOR CARS MY NAME IS HENRY FROM THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC. WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE FTX DR8 CAR. WOULD YOU LIKE A GLASS WITH ITS RESPECTIVE IMPROVEMENTS?
Lol! You are a metal head! That rocks.
Switch to dx5. What receiver is in it?
Now we have Radiomaster with Edgetx and ExpressLRS / we can have anything and everything we want.
I’m pretty new to this but I bought a arrma big rock brand new off of eBay I was playin around in my yard and all of the sudden my steering quit workin and I don’t know what to do please help me
It could be a couple of things. First, the servo could have burned up: it happens with stock stuff. Second, the radio might need to be rebound or replaced.
I def prefer say 2 smaller mah batteries over 1 battery all be it with a higher mah, if the higher mah battery goes bad its more expensive to replace. If 1 of the lower mah batteris goes bad you still have 1 other battery to run on + its cheaper to replace the lower mah battery as well.
Yep. 5000mah 3s is good. Not too heavy. And then change, change...😃
AJ, what shocks are you running in the Vorteks? Thanks in advance.
On eBay search Vorteks big bore shocks. They should pop right up for you.
I have a v1 senton a V2 granite a v3 Typhon and infraction all the 3s line and I love them all I've built two into something different from what they started as but each one has a purpose for how I want to bash or run that day
The matt black finish was created by painting the body on the outside, instead of the inside like most.
It's a intensional look, not laziness.
If they used the same paint on the inside instead, the effect would be a gloss look.
As it's the lexan body giving it the glossy look.
With that said, I really like matt black cars.
I was aware of how it was done, and there is nothing wrong with a matte black finish. I just don't care for it much. Personal preference, that's all. Thanks for commenting.
@@AJJAMStudios Well I only wrote it because you called it lazy.
I wouldn't call anything lazy, that took the same amount of effort to make.
You are in your right to not like it, but it's not lazy.
@@RandomloserDK It is a bit lazy because they do paint the inside silver on their other similar bodies. So when they get scratched, there is still some paint showing, the intention being a battle damage look. With the brcc it's definitely going to get scratches and it just leaves unpainted translucent plastic behind. They should have at least painted the inside black with a matte coating on the outside. But as usual, arrma cuts a lot of corners.
Is arrma discontinuing the fire team for a new model base on the platform
We haven't hear anything yet on that front. However, you never know. Thanks for asking.
Which is better granite or big rock ???
It truly is a matter of preference. The shorter wheelbase of the granite makes it more of a stunt truck, it gets the front wheels in the air a lot more easily, and bounces around the yard quite nicely. However, the big rock has a longer wheelbase and is inherently more stable. So depending upon what it is, you plan to use it for that should help you make your choice. Each one is perfect for its particular application, but now the newest version of these cars comes with a center differential which makes them more manageable. I can’t really help you choose because I love them both.
@@AJJAMStudios I really want both but I think imma get the granite first since it’s newer than the 3s big rock
Would rate durability higher do to the freezing weather not lower. Do to the fact that parts are more brittle when cold.
I get your perspective and you're right to see it that way. However, we push our cars a lot harder when there is traction to be had. Snow slows everything down and lessens the impact ratings significantly. We lower the ratings to compensate for that. Also, the RC has the opportunity to raise the evaluation when we do the brutal review on it. It sucks to penalize a car for the time of year, but here we are, doing just that. Thanks for commenting. AJ
Where you getting batteries and charger for 100
Just a bit of waffing keep that to a minimum. I think your sub would go threw the roof. Just trying to help.💪🏻👍🏼
Arrma 3s trucks are the best
Yes Sir, maybe the new 4s ones are even better.
@@runnerbaba i have the big rock 3s and the outcast 4s and thay are both very great trucks
Can't really compare 10 scale 3s to 8 scale 4s arrma has some great trucks
Is it me, or the BR and the Kraton 4S have the same chassis at 32:18 🤔??
What is that white stuff?
I had one I sold it I wish I didn’t but I’ve never had a problem with new rocks getting stuck up in there. I didn’t have one problem with it. I drove like a king and I wish I still had it. I feel like a moron, selling it so when I get my money right again, I’m gonna go back out and buy that one and a couple more I sold it I shouldn’t sold so I got a couple more I have to go get again But reason why I sold it because the batteries or two suspensive now their batteries are like $40 a pop then it will be a lot better but you’re charging like $80 due $100 and up for batteries and lotta people came this word the batteries are you get what I’m saying so they should make the batteries like Cheaper or if people want to play with the Hobby and it’s bull crap because so much money I spent over for three batteries for my big rock. I spell you’re close to $200 just for two batteries or three batteries I mean I’m sorry that is crazy
Yea when brushless took off a revo with batteries was 700 750 , I couldn't afford the hobby I'd buy one nitro rig I did have slash and uk what back than you had buy balancer separately, i got back into hobby years later tried to save that 100$ battery almost burnt house down lol . Now you can get 2 3s for 50 bucks , can't go wrong .
Not that bad. Zeee and ovonic about $60 for 3s on e bay. Solid batteries if you balance charge at 3amp.
Wheel went flying off 5 minutes into driving this thing for the first time. I'm sure Arrma makes good products but their quality control is an absolute joke.
The quality control needs improvement for sure
I absolutely hated my big rock. Gave me nothing but problems and broken parts no matter what I did. Toilet.
The Traxxas guy 👦lol
Thank you for the input. Bash on. AJ