Panda Hobby 1/18 6x6 Trucks

[donaldsneffe]

Hi,
couldn't find a thread about those new trucks?
If there is any, sorry.

Hi,
found those on Amainhobbies, not yet on Panda Hobbies website, pictures from Amain.com.

Tetra K1 6x6 in black and red, Tetra X1 6x6 in blue, silver and black

Interesting, probably because of the big success of the awsome FMS/Rochobby Atlas 6x6.
















Walter

[OnTheTrail]

Nice find. Do you think these are on the same chassis at the Atlas?

If so, I'd be interested in hearing how they accomplish this:

"...Stealth like driving experience - engineered to be ultra-quiet as you explore the outdoors..."

[Shape_Shifter]

Its definitely not the Atlas chassis in the pictures.

[rschoi_75]

I just received the X1 6x6. I think Panda Hobby did a good job with this crawler. You get a lot of truck for what you pay for.

Pros:
- Oil shocks
- Functional 1.25 beadlocks. The end caps are plastic, but the ring is alum. You can add lead tape around the rings to increase wheel weight for a cheap & effective mod.
- Nice quality lexan body.
- Headlights on CH3 switch on transmitter + automatic brake and reverse lights.
- Clean layout.
- The esc is better than the previous version. More low end sensitivity (but still not great because of the motor turns).

Cons:
- Tires are too hard. Foam inserts are too large. Need to cut them aggressively to make the tires softer. I don't suggest removing entirely, since it makes the tire walls collapse too easily. I cut deep "teeth" into mine to make it look like a gear.
- Front tires run against the shocks at full steering rates. Add a small washer on the front tires for more offset.
- Rear tires rub against the fenders when articulating. Trim the ends off the rear fenders and leave only the middle portion.
- Motor is too fast. A higher turn motor (80T or higher) would have been a better choice for more torque.

Overall, the cons are minor, and the chassis itself seems to be very capable right from the start. It has a lot of potential if you can add some weight down low, and find a good set of tires. Keep in mind the stock tires are taller than most 1.0 tires, so you'll be limited in choices, or just have to live with smaller tires if you drop down to 1.0 beadlocks.

[StandupPhil]

I can't seem to get the wheels off mine. They seem to be on the hex like glue. Any ideas? Am I missing something?

[AK KRAWLER]

Originally Posted by rschoi_75

I just received the X1 6x6. I think Panda Hobby did a good job with this crawler. You get a lot of truck for what you pay for.

Pros:
- Oil shocks
- Functional 1.25 beadlocks. The end caps are plastic, but the ring is alum. You can add lead tape around the rings to increase wheel weight for a cheap & effective mod.
- Nice quality lexan body.
- Headlights on CH3 switch on transmitter + automatic brake and reverse lights.
- Clean layout.
- The esc is better than the previous version. More low end sensitivity (but still not great because of the motor turns).

Cons:
- Tires are too hard. Foam inserts are too large. Need to cut them aggressively to make the tires softer. I don't suggest removing entirely, since it makes the tire walls collapse too easily. I cut deep "teeth" into mine to make it look like a gear.
- Front tires run against the shocks at full steering rates. Add a small washer on the front tires for more offset.
- Rear tires rub against the fenders when articulating. Trim the ends off the rear fenders and leave only the middle portion.
- Motor is too fast. A higher turn motor (80T or higher) would have been a better choice for more torque.

Overall, the cons are minor, and the chassis itself seems to be very capable right from the start. It has a lot of potential if you can add some weight down low, and find a good set of tires. Keep in mind the stock tires are taller than most 1.0 tires, so you'll be limited in choices, or just have to live with smaller tires if you drop down to 1.0 beadlocks.

So, I know you have been off the site for quite awhile, but if you log back on, please let us know how this rig is still doing.

I am considering pulling the trigger on one. I think I need another little 6x6 in the stable and already have an Atlas.

[Rontalvos]

I'm glad to see someone trying to talk about these little trucks. I picked one up a few weeks ago and it's been a blast. Trimming the body was absolutely necessary, the middle axle would catch like crazy on the front of the fenders. Flipping the front bumper mount takes 5 minutes, it's only 8 screws and it just unbolts and bolts right back in upside down, very worth it. I do need to add some weight to the front and to modify the tire foam for a bit better grip.

Has anybody here tried 3S batteries or know if these motors and ESCs can handle it in stock form?