Redcat Launches the MT-18 1/18 Monster Truck
Redcat used the backdrop of its SEMA 2024 booth to announce the release of its latest 1/18-scale model, the MT-18. Based on the popular Ascent-18, this tiny monster truck shares parts compatibility with its crawler cousin while showcasing some unique traits.
The MT-18 features straight, solid axles to give it an appearance that’s in line with 1:1 monster trucks. It also features a 58T 180 brushed motor that offers more top-end speed than the motor found in the Ascent-18.
Carryovers from the Ascent-18 include a front-hinged body mounting system, a metal frame, oil-filled shocks, and multi-link chassis links.
Many of Redcat’s upgrade parts will work on the MT-18, and they’ve set this tiny monster truck up to allow for easy four-wheel steering conversion as another upgrade possibility.
Specs:
- Vehicle Scale: 1/18
- Engine / Motor: RC180 Brushed Motor
- Transmission: Forward & Reverse
- Drive System: 4 Wheel Drive
- Length: 210mm
- Width: 175mm
- Height: 117mm
- Servo Type: 4kg Metal Gear Waterproof Servo
- Wheelbase: 143mm
- Ground Clearance: 35mm
- Chassis Type: 2mm Flat Rail Aluminum
- Wheel Width: 42mm
- Wheel Diameter: 1.0″
- Suspension: Aluminum Capped Oil Filled Shocks
- Speed Control Type: 2in1 ESC/Receiver Brushed – Forward/Brake/Reverse
- Radio System: 2.4GHz Radio System
- Dry Weight: 1.3lbs, 590 grams
- Battery: 7.4v 750mAh LiPo with USB Charger Included
- Needed to Run: 4 AA Batteries for Radio
The MT-18 is priced at $159.99 and is available at redcatracing.com.
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