Redcat Ascent 18 Brushless Scout II Review – New HS Portal Axles!!!!!

Is the new ‪@RedcatracingAZ‬ Ascent 18 Brushless Scout II a worthy update? We put it to the test in this full review and trail run to find out what this compact beast is truly capable of!

🚙 In this video, we cover:
✅ Unboxing & first impressions of the brushless Ascent 18
✅ Full breakdown of features, electronics, and Updates
✅ Trail testing with real-world crawling footage
✅ Compare vs. other mini crawlers in its class
✅ Final thoughts: is this the top pick for 1/18 scale crawling?

With its factory brushless setup, newly designed portal axles, detailed International Scout II body, and serious out-of-the-box performance, this little rig is punching way above its scale. Whether you’re into comp-style crawling or backyard trail runs, the Ascent 18 just might surprise you.

💬 Got thoughts on the new Scout II? Let us know in the comments — and tell us if you're team brushed or brushless!

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0:00 Intro
2:11 Box Opening
4:43 Overview
9:33 Inside
12:11 Compare to Original Ascents
14:00 The New Axles!!
18:39 Opening the Axles
24:54 More Compare (11t vs 12t)
27:05 Transmitter Power Up
34:13 Lights and Receiver
35:57 Size Comparisons
40:06 Weigh In
41:29 Running Video
47:33 Final Thoughts

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