Burger_Enthusiast
Newbie
Getting back into RC, and picked up a Capra kit last weekend. This will be my first crawler, so I'm a bit hesitant to make a choice. Wondering if the folks here could share their knowledge, and help me pick. I'll list below the current contenders for each category. Only change I'll be making from stock for now, is installing the RR 11T pinion.
ESC/Motor
Option 1 - Hobbywing AXE 540L R2 w/ 2100kv motor
Pros: FOC seems awesome, built in BT for updates/programming
Cons: modification required to fit motor, Proprietary sensor, cost
Option 2 - CC Copperhead 10 w/ 1900kv slate motor
Pros: Cost, familiarity (previous experience with CC combos), fits without modification
Cons: No FOC or similar
Main reason I lean to the HW, is due to the FOC, which seems awesome for a crawler. Would also consider the HH Crawlmaster mini, but think I'll give them some time to get the programming sorted at least.
Servo
Option 1 - HH SHV800
Option 2 - Reefs 555
Transmitter
Option 1 - Futaba 4PM
Option 2 - FlySky NB4
Option 3 - Spektrum DX5
Battery
Haven't really looked into options here. But open to recommendations for 3S packs that fit well
Any advice, opinions, or other suggestions are welcomed. Thanks!
EDIT: Wanted to update this post with my final picks. I went with the Copperhead and HH Puller Pro stubby 2200kv w/ 10T pinion. HH SHV800 for the servo. Futaba 4PM w/ R304SB receiver. GensAce adventure 3S 3600mah lipo. So far, in testing, everything is working great. Have yet to get it on some rocks or the LHS crawling course, but I have high hopes it will perform up to my expectations.
ESC/Motor
Option 1 - Hobbywing AXE 540L R2 w/ 2100kv motor
Pros: FOC seems awesome, built in BT for updates/programming
Cons: modification required to fit motor, Proprietary sensor, cost
Option 2 - CC Copperhead 10 w/ 1900kv slate motor
Pros: Cost, familiarity (previous experience with CC combos), fits without modification
Cons: No FOC or similar
Main reason I lean to the HW, is due to the FOC, which seems awesome for a crawler. Would also consider the HH Crawlmaster mini, but think I'll give them some time to get the programming sorted at least.
Servo
Option 1 - HH SHV800
Option 2 - Reefs 555
Transmitter
Option 1 - Futaba 4PM
Option 2 - FlySky NB4
Option 3 - Spektrum DX5
Battery
Haven't really looked into options here. But open to recommendations for 3S packs that fit well
Any advice, opinions, or other suggestions are welcomed. Thanks!
EDIT: Wanted to update this post with my final picks. I went with the Copperhead and HH Puller Pro stubby 2200kv w/ 10T pinion. HH SHV800 for the servo. Futaba 4PM w/ R304SB receiver. GensAce adventure 3S 3600mah lipo. So far, in testing, everything is working great. Have yet to get it on some rocks or the LHS crawling course, but I have high hopes it will perform up to my expectations.
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