Redcat has quickly transformed its 1/18-scale Ascent-18 from a single model into a promising platform. With their newest model, the Ascent-18 Scout II, they're hitting the trail with a scale-looking rig with proven performance perks. I've been exploring the ins and outs of this new rig (and having a blast doing it). If you're considering […]
Over the years, I've learned that no R/C project is ever "done". It might be "good enough" for now, but something else can always be added, removed, or modified to make an R/C machine a true custom piece. Take, for example, my Redcat Ascent-18. From its beginnings as a stock 1/18-scale crawler, I've managed to […]
The Redcat Ascent-18 Scout II is here, and it's a fun little small-scale rig. Based on the Ascent-18, this new 1/18-scale trail truck features a decently detailed International Scout II body, pre-installed LED headlights and taillights, chrome wheels, and scaled-down Interco Super Swamper tires. Redcat sent me one of these new rigs to take a […]
If you've had your eye on a new small-scale R/C crawler, you're in luck. There are plenty of great models and platforms available to jump into, letting you hit the ground with a stock machine that offers plenty of room to grow. One of the newer models (and platforms) is Redcat's Ascent-18. Starting out with […]
Who's ready for some new hotness? Redcat has announced a new color option for its budget-friendly, incredibly capable Ascent-18. Alongside the original colors of silver, blue, and red, you can now get this tiny truck in an eye-popping hot pink color. No changes have been made under the hood, which is great news for those […]
I don't use the words "game changer" often, but when I do, they typically have some weight behind them. Injora's MBL32 Micro ESC and Purple Viper Brushless Motor Combo appear to be just that; game changers. If you own a Traxxas TRX-4M or Redcat Ascent-18 and want to achieve not only smooth yet powerful low-end […]
How good is the Redcat Ascent-18 right out of the box? If you ask me, it's very good. While it could use a little front-end weight and some lower gearing, this 1/18-scale crawler is hard to beat, both on price and performance. I wasted little time taking my little red truck from the review table […]
They got me hook, line, and sinker. Redcat had me at the announcement of their new 1/18-scale R/C crawler, the Ascent-18. Then, they had me at the color choices and the chassis design. Then they dropped the special $99.99 introductory price (through May 1, 2024), and…that was all it took. Less than a week later, […]
Redcat has returned to the small-scale world with the Ascent-18 Crawler. This 1/18-scale rig looks poised to tackle some tough terrain and challenging courses with plenty of opportunity for upgrades. If you can't wait to see what this rig can do, check out some action footage from the folks at Redcat: Redcat Ascent-18 Specs: The […]
Finally, the folks at Redcat are getting (back) into the small-scale crawling game. Years after discontinuing the Sumo rock crawler, they've introduced the Ascent-18, a scaled-down version of their 1/10 Ascent Crawler. While this 1/18-scale flat-rail crawler looks just like its larger cousin, it's compact size should make it a great option as a stowaway […]
