I have the original DX5 radio. I had problems with the touch panel. I did buy it from a local hobby shop called" Krazy Kevins". I am so glad that I did that. The owner of the hobby shop, checked out my radio and found out the touch screen was defective. He offered to send it back to get it repaired. The repair did take longer because of COVID-19, but I did get it back. My radio does work good now. I guess this just goes to show you to support your local hobby shop. You will get better support when something goes wrong. Think about it.

I like the idea of having information at your finger tips....glad to see manufactures making it available to the masses at affordable prices...

Hey Greg I got my Rugid green about 6weeks ago it has so many features I really like it, great video as usual 😎👍

Awesome review as always buddy thanks for sharing!! You have some skills that's for sure being able to film and handle an RC like the bashers isn't an easy task. Guarantee I'd be a free camera guy just to enjoy watching these reviews up close! 😜

I got this radio about a week ago now. So far I am really happy with it. I will admit it did take some time to get used to the touch controls. And I am very happy with the green

@rcdriver

4 жыл бұрын

After using the old version for so long, I breezed right through the panel on this one. Cool to hear you are happy with it.

This radio is definitely on my to get list!

@keeganconor4631

2 жыл бұрын

I guess im randomly asking but does any of you know of a method to log back into an Instagram account? I stupidly forgot the login password. I would appreciate any tips you can give me!

@rubensolomon5701

2 жыл бұрын

@Keegan Conor instablaster :)

New touch panel look good. I have the dx5c and the wheel drives me nuts sometimes. Especially when making adjustments on the fly, although the tuneablity and price point cant be beaten for quality.

Very Helpful thanks

Really nice review

@rcdriver

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

Just gave you a sub . Hope to see more great things .

Great vid. Crazy that I just got my rugged today for my SCX10 iii RTR. So far so good. Dig set up was a bit of a pain. Going to do the two speed this week. You should do a vid showing how you set up the dig and would set up a two speed.

@shawns7297

4 жыл бұрын

That is a great suggestion!! Im having an issue with my dig on the 10iii also.

@PrimeTimeReviews

4 жыл бұрын

Shawn Shanigan finally got it working perfect. I’m going to past a quick run vid later.

@Ross_gitar_bas

2 жыл бұрын

Not having a issue with a scx10 iii dig but a Capra dig

Hey Greg... is there a radio out there that will work with the traxxas telemetry? I have the gps, temp and voltage in my rustler 4×4 vxl and have been looking for a new radio so I can get more distance... any suggestions.. thank you.. and please keep up the good vids you give alot of info that really helps...

Nice.👍

Have 6 RC at home and 3 controllers. We are 3 in family having fun together and own 2 Spektrum DX5C same as Rugged just no rug. Love those take time to setup but get use to it. Way more versatility than a regular RTR. Grab wrong DX5C for a run oops no problems at all. Add new vehicle, created a binding wire oops was at home. Could RC no problems and daughter setting stay in her remote control ready to be switch back for her Losi. But need get use to it. Great video love this unique green maybe will add 1 more Spektrum radio and replace the RTR of my son hum 🤔 lol yep he is going to get DX5C so I will use the Rugged Green 😝

I have been using the Spektrum telemetry since it first came out but before that tried a few standalone systems really useful for my gas tuning of engine and clutch's, I still use the DX4R but also use the Dx6R also but must admit to still using the stock Traxxas system and Blue tooth on my phone pretty good but not as good as the Spektrum but I do find it near impossible to get stand alone telemetry sensors and the bus receivers here in the UK, even looking overseas is not that esy

Hi, how can I identify if its the latest version of the radio when purchasing?

Cool, I’m at the point I have enough rigs and time to get one good/great radio.

I’m looking to get one of these. I am pretty new to the hobby. I have a Traxxas TRX 4 and some Ansmann and a WlToys vehicles. Will this work with them or do I need to get a specific receiver to work with it? Will I be able to bind to practically any vehicle without changing anything? Thanks. Basically, do I need to get a new receiver for every vehicle I own?

I got the DX5 Rugged when it first came out and awhile setting it up I accidentally turned the contrast all the way down. Making it impossible to see what was on the screen. This was a result of the touchpad not doing what I wanted and sometimes having a mind of its own bouncing through menus or scrolling when I just wanted to press "OK". I called Horizon and they had to tell me the "sequence" of getting back to the contrast menu from boot up. I wrote down the sequence and made probably 100+ attempts before I got it... my only feedback being a repetitive beep.

Nice review I just got a DX5 rugged so gotta get familiar with it I can't wait, where did you get that ramp, that is really cool, did you build or buy??

Thinking about a spectrum radio but I'm curious about the receiver voltage is there one that will take over 8v cause with these new esc and servos that give and take more power my flysky gt5 receiver is a 6v max

It may have been asked and answered already, but will I lose any telemetry info if I only have a Spektrum receiver (only) with a Hobbywing ESC/motor?

Question sir. Is the touch capability of the green version same with the orange version?

Is it worth getting this over the regular DX5C? I need a transmitter for my RC drift car, but I can also use it for my SCX10 as well.

I have Infraction V2, Typhon 6s. I would like to use the Rugged. Do I have to purchase any thing else to bind my Arrmas?

i have the dxe transmitter it has really put me off spektrum its meant to be programmeable its not i do have the cable for it but it cant be programmed i have it for 2 gliders it does the job but its put me off the products i have the flysky noble nb4 its really good i like it alot i would have got the rugged but saw the problems with the touch screen buttons just put me off again

Great showing really like that controller. 👍👍 Do you have a “trick” on setting roll out for different models. That info is tough to find on most models. Thanks

@rcdriver

4 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I don’t have a trick other than checking the manual for current Smart equipped cars. It’s been a long time since I had to calculate roll out in a car and don’t remember the process. 😞

Did they fix the distance issue and the lag time? I have the controllers for airplanes. Love how they work and they work great. But your transmitters for the cars and boats have not heard anything good about them.

I got the standard one with the new touch panel. Just to confirm....

I had the rugged when it first came out and gosh that irritated me lol glad to see they updated it. I’m waiting on parts to come in for my tf2 kit, fun project to do with the kids. Quick question, at 16:05 , what buggy is that that’s above the jeep?

Spektrum really is making RC easier and more streamlined IMO. Smart batteries, Chargers..whats next? :)

Very Nice review... its true its not have backlights?

Geez! I wish I would have known that they were going to change all the touchpads going forward. I just purchased a Dx5 rugged last week. Feeling like I got jipped.

@jacobpoucher

3 жыл бұрын

hahahaha

@DB-qm4jx

Жыл бұрын

Bro, I understand that I bought a Traxxas in the updated the chassis on it like a week later

You should keep doing bashing videos. And do a aluminum upgrade to the db pro series

Will the SR515 give you voltage info or do you need the SRT6000T?

Hi there.. I have this controller as I have a few cars ,can I ask when I put it in reverse it's really sensitive and it feels like it's to fast in reverse even faster than going forward. Basically it's to fast in reverse.. please have you any advice...??..I've looked at rates and exponential... thanks for your time Dave...

Did you have any issues with the dig when you bound it? My dig servo was whining after binding with the new rugged.

@billcox87

4 жыл бұрын

you need to set the end points for the channel with dig, just turn it down until it stops whinning.

@rcdriver

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly what @bill cox said. 😀

Cool transmitter, I'm thinking about getting a Spektrum transmitter for my basher\speedrun\crawling vehicles my battling myself trying to decide between the DX5 Rugged or the DX5 Pro 2021 version. I have been also considering a cheaper radio the Radiolink RC8X since it has cheaper receivers and i love the look of it. Please can someone help me make my mind up for the new Radio.

Another great review. By no means a deal-breaker -- I wouldn't trade my DX5C for anything -- but do you sometimes wish the trim buttons were located elsewhere? When crawling in the woods I often catch the sound of accidentally adjusting the steering or throttle trim, and I'm forever starting the timer by accident. The on-off switch needs love too. My unit liked to power up in my tote and beep beep beep while I was driving (down a four-lane highway typically) until I glued a little foam donut around the button. How about a setting that allows you to disable all external buttons by default? That would work.

@rcdriver

4 жыл бұрын

I found the on/off button on this version better than the first version. Gen 1 you had to hold it for 3-4 seconds to shut it off. This is like a second. But I hear you on the other stuff. Thanks for sharing.

@NaturallyRC

4 жыл бұрын

@@rcdriver You're welcome.

what is the difference between the traxxas e-revo and the traxxas e-revo vxl -tsm

Hello there do you have any roc cars spare as me and my brother really won’t one and we cant get one

I would have wished that the Rugged Transmitters from HH would have had the same speed that the DX5Pro and DX6R have! Otherwise great product....

@rcdriver

4 жыл бұрын

Hmm like a Rugged Pro... 🤔 That would be cool.

Awesome radio... If dont rain...

I'm amazed that this is considered a new thing. I came back into RC via FPV drone racing and this is pretty standard in that environment. I'd love to see RC cars stop using such backwards electronics.

how easy is it to set it up for a tank? is it possible?

Can I use this radio to control a traxxas slash?

Where do I get a ramp like that ????

I’m getting a new e revo today for my birthday 🤘🏻

@daryoushborja5115

4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations👏

@bensp1193

4 жыл бұрын

Nice happy birthday 🥳 enjoy your RC. 🤘🏻

@prejekv12

4 жыл бұрын

Turns out it was a Traxxas summit even better

I’m thinking about buying one since I can get on with a 6 channel receiver for 299

I have the losi db tenacity pro, losi 8ight nitro, and Arrma 4s Kraton. Do I need new Transmitters for all them with this remote? Thx!

@bradmarion1438

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry I meant receivers for each

Great video 👌, will this bind to arrma rtr cars?

@fragu123

4 жыл бұрын

Ron Bascope ...nope.

@ScottMcLinden

3 жыл бұрын

jogu123 why not?

@fragu123

3 жыл бұрын

Scott McLinden ....because of the protocols that Arrma cars’ receivers used so far......

Me personally I think it's absolute JUNK!!! All because of the touch screen!!!! I bought mine in 2023. Just glad I didn't spend the money for the PRO version.

Hi can this radio work on my sr315 receiver?

You should see the orange version, looks like a ToysRUs exclusive.

@rcdriver

4 жыл бұрын

The orange version looks cool in the photo. Haven’t seen it in person.

@rvlyssup

4 жыл бұрын

@@rcdriver I have one unfortunately, should've gotten the black version. IMHO, the higher price of the orange edition isn't worth it.

What's it's control range mate?

Will this connect to lower channel receivers such as a 2 channel?

@ruftime

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, and with or without gyro.

@fragu123

4 жыл бұрын

....what receivers are you talking about. DSMR 2 channel, yes...

@alanwilson2813

4 жыл бұрын

@@ruftime thank you

7:29 "Nice and smooth, i love this buggy!" Does a small jump "SLAAAAPP!!!" sounds like it has no oil Tamiya Grasshopper shocks from 1989 HaHa! Everytime that thing jumped it made me cringe with the "SNAP" "SLAP" sound it made when it landed! Yikes! Nice radio though LoL!

How far it range sir...

I have five Traxxas trucks. Can I use this for all my cars?

@rcdriver

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, if you get receivers for each, you can program them all to this one radio.

Mix ?

If they aren't going to make the screen actually touch screen they should have stuck with hardware buttons for navigation. Total POS for navigation. ( just got one I cannot stand the menu navigation )

I do not like mine. The rubber over the web of your hand rakes off all the time, the touch panel is a pain, it feels cheap. It's just not for me

Lindo,,,,,,

I got the orange rugged, its still in the box, so I dunno what I think yet LOL

@rcdriver

4 жыл бұрын

Crack that thing open!

@STEVOD313

4 жыл бұрын

@@rcdriver lol I know, I still have the green dr10, the kraton 8s and the capra in the boxes, i'm a bit behind

@ScottMcLinden

3 жыл бұрын

STEVO D 313 can you use the Rugged on the KRATON with out buying any thing else?

@STEVOD313

3 жыл бұрын

@@ScottMcLinden no, u would have to buy a receiver

Can you send me every electronic part for my ruckus 4x4 1/10 i was trying to drive it and the it caught fire and melted all the electronics it shocked everything I’m just happy that it didn’t melt the actual body which is really surprising I can send you pictures if you want please. It’s my only car and I can’t afford a new one

SO many better radio options to buy a junky radio. (As in the junkiest tx in history, the specRECTUM) Let the bashing commence. I stand MY ground.

@rcdriver

4 жыл бұрын

Everyone is entitled to their opinion and everyone enjoys the hobby differently. The old version was ok, this version is better.

@the_rc_addict7209

4 жыл бұрын

@@rcdriver I had Spektrum DX6i and other radio Spektrum in the past and honestly signal distanced sucks on them. Changed to Etronix for my RC cars and made a massive difference years ago. There are decent radios out there with great range and for better pricing, Spektrum needs to bring there prices down otherwise I'm not spending substantial amount on Speky TX. Great video though 👌

@old-rcplane-phart

4 жыл бұрын

@@the_rc_addict7209 & $60+ on a 5 channel reciever is ridiculous! My futaba rx were $49 each & I thought that was nutz! & yes sir u r 100% right! Everyone's got an opinion. I been n this crap since 1979. Tx prices/brands/names have changed. JR was a great brand b4 spektrum. Give $150-$200 for a tx only, then $60/each for a rx. When u r running 10 models, (not at once! LOL!), that gets expensive fast! I was a die hard futaba for ever. Until crawlers & I needed 5+ channels. 7pxR is $800 with 1 rx? Uh no.

Spectrums web site is terrible. Trying to find a good radio to run a bully 2 with dual ESC’s.

Sell me the older DX5 Rugged

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To bad it is not backlit