Redcat Vertex-10W RTR & Slider Chassis Kit « Big Squid RC – RC Car and Truck News, Reviews, Videos, and More!

Redcat has unveiled its newest performance-focused crawler line, the Vertex-10. With four options in the product lineup, the first two appear to be geared toward R/C crawling enthusiasts seeking a solid performer with trail-truck DNA.

The Vertex-10W is offered as an RTR and as a pre-built slider kit, both with a clear focus on performance and precision. The Vertex-10W sports an increased width (12mm on each side, 24mm total) than the standard Vertex-10, making this a rig that’s perfect for hitting wider lines.

To kick things off, the Vertex-10W features a flat-rail carbon fiber chassis, blending durability with lightweight performance. Riding on portal axles, the Vertex-10W RTR and Vertex-10W Slider both offer an impressive turning radius with a steering angle rated at 58 degrees.

Both models also feature aluminum-bodied, oil-filled air-emulsion shocks for smooth, consistent performance. Along with these shocks, both the RTR and slider versions of the Vertex-10W include aluminum chassis and suspension links.

While both models share several components, there are several differences between them.

For hobbyists who want to open the box and hit the rocks, the Vertex-10W RTR lets you do just that as it’s pre-assembled and outfitted with everything you need to hit the course. Powered by a Hobbywing WP-10BL60 1700kv Brushless Motor and featuring plastic 2.2" beadlock wheels, this rig is ready to go as soon as you plug in a battery.

Two body color options are available (dark gray and electric green), and both feature a clipless body mounting system for a clean-looking exterior.

If you prefer to pick your own components, the Vertex-10W Slider gives you that opportunity, along with a leg up on the overall build process. The chassis is pre-assembled and includes a pre-cut, unpainted cab-only body. You’ll just need to supply your own motor, ESC, radio, wheels, tires, and battery to get this rig up and running.

Vertex-10W RTR Specs:

Vehicle Scale: 1/10
Engine / Motor: Hobbywing 2812 1700KV Brushless Outrunner Motor
Transmission: Forward & Reverse
Drive System: 4 Wheel Drive
Length: 463mm
Width: 278mm
Height: 206mm
Servo Type: HX-50BL 50KG @ 8.4V .09 Speed
Wheelbase: 330mm
Ground Clearance: 74mm
Chassis Type: 3mm Carbon Fiber Chassis
Wheel Width: 1.4"
Wheel Diameter: 2.2"
Suspension: Aluminum Body Oil Filled Air Emulsion Shocks
Speed Control Type: 60A Programmable Brushless ESC With Integrated Fan, 2–4S Ready, 6/8.4V, 10A BEC
Radio System: RTX-4C – 4 Channel Radio System, Adjustable EPA On All Channels
Battery: Not Included
Needed to Run: 4-AA Batteries for Transmitter – 2S–4S LiPo – Battery Charger