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09-07-2020, 12:11 PM | #1 |
Newbie Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Black Sea
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| Partner Racing QX-4 1:18 Rock Crawler
I've been involved with the RC vehicle hobby for 40 years and always preferred 1:10 scale vehicles. However, recently I saw some pictures of an intriguing looking buggy that caught my attention. It turns out that this buggy was a Partner Racing QX-4. I'd never heard of the company but decided to find out more. I searched online and ordered one from China. It is a 1:18 scale RTR rock crawler that looks similar in design and concept to the 1:10 Axial Wraith Rock Racer. What I didn't appreciate was how much fun a mini crawler could be! This is a proper "hobby grade" RC product that is made from high quality materials. Here is a video showing the crawler in detail: https://youtu.be/mxWLp9rN3SI |
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09-07-2020, 12:12 PM | #2 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South FL
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| Re: Partner Racing QX-4 1:18 Rock Crawler
These are available again?!? They haven't been for quite a while. Where did you order from? Sent from my Pixel 3 XL using Tapatalk |
09-07-2020, 12:29 PM | #3 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: US
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| Re: Partner Racing QX-4 1:18 Rock Crawler
Just hope your order doesn't turn out to be a "scam". It wouldn't be the first time...and I'm equally sure, if it is a scam, others will probably get 'caught' in its 'web'. ~ More peace, love, laughter, & kindness would make the world a MUCH better place |
09-07-2020, 12:46 PM | #4 | |
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09-07-2020, 01:34 PM | #5 | |
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~ More peace, love, laughter, & kindness would make the world a MUCH better place | |
09-07-2020, 01:45 PM | #6 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South FL
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| Re: Partner Racing QX-4 1:18 Rock Crawler
No biggie. All I know is I wanted one for years, but hesitated when they were available and haven't seen them for sale since. I'm now looking again lol Sent from my Pixel 3 XL using Tapatalk |
09-08-2020, 05:43 AM | #7 | |
Newbie Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Black Sea
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| Re: Partner Racing QX-4 1:18 Rock Crawler Quote:
Link here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32823778138.html As you probably realise, the Partner Racing brand doesn't seem to exist any more. There still seems to be stock around and whilst doing my research I found various different suppliers with stock of the QX-4. However, finding a hobby store locally with stock is highly unlikely unless you are extremely lucky. Therefore buying online is probably your best option. There are also lots of spare parts available online. I also discovered that this buggy has been rebranded several times. I give some details in the second part of my video which is due to be published soon. I have also tested the buggy over a rocky trail and that will feature in the video as well. Finally, I give a summary of the good/bad points of the QX-4 for those interested in buying one. As I said, you will be able to see the next video very shortly. To see some photos of my QX-4 buggy in action I invite you to look at my BlackSeaRC page on Facebook, link here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set?v...45471327211149 You may also be interested in another brand new 1:18 scale crawler that I currently have on order. It is the ROC Hobby Katana and I will be posting a review as soon as I get it. I want to see how this product with a very detailed and scale looking Toyota Land Cruiser hard body compares with the QX-4. If you subscribe to my YouTube channel, BlackSeaRC, you will be notified as soon as the video is published. It would be great to see you there! | |
09-08-2020, 06:10 AM | #8 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South FL
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| Re: Partner Racing QX-4 1:18 Rock Crawler
Thanks for the link. I knew they've been rebranded, but don't remember the names and haven't seen any of these for a while. Hopefully now I can finally get one. As far as the katana I already have one on pre-order and can't wait! It's identical to the HobbyPlus CR-18 (I have 3) other than the hard body, new tires, and wheels. I also have the Atlas 6x6 on order which looks pretty fun Sent from my Pixel 3 XL using Tapatalk |
09-10-2020, 10:08 AM | #9 | |
Newbie Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Black Sea
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| Re: Partner Racing QX-4 1:18 Rock Crawler Quote:
Where did you order your Katana from? I also have mine on pre-order. Did yours get shipping yet? Mine didn't ship yet. Silly question perhaps but if you already have 3 of the CR-18's, why do you want a Katana? Is it the hard body? | |
09-10-2020, 10:17 AM | #10 | |
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09-11-2020, 05:25 AM | #11 | |
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09-15-2020, 05:18 AM | #12 |
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| Re: Partner Racing QX-4 1:18 Rock Crawler
Here is the second part of the video looking at the Partner Racing QX-4. In this follow-up video you can see how the QX-4 performs over the rocks. I also discuss the alternative branded versions of this buggy and the availability of parts. At the end I give a summary of the good/bad points and my overall verdict for those interested in buying this product. https://youtu.be/gvQ9U3msvJo If you have any questions, please add a comment to the video or reply below here. Best wishes from BlackSeaRC! |
10-01-2020, 06:02 AM | #13 |
Newbie Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Black Sea
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| Re: Partner Racing QX-4 1:18 Rock Crawler
I've been testing my QX-4 over some different obstacles to see how it performs. This time I am using a big pile of logs for some crawling and climbing action. Again, this mini crawler demonstrates its versatility! https://youtu.be/kgktb9aTiUk |
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