HPI Venture18 Flux Brushless 1985 Toyota Hilux SR5 1/18 RTR 4WD
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1/18 Scale Crawling Fun!
The Venture18 Flux Brushless 1985 Toyota Hilux SR5 Scale Crawler from HPI is a compact 1/18th scale crawler that delivers authentic scale realism and impressive performance. Featuring a fully licensed 1985 Toyota Hilux polycarbonate body with hard plastic details, this crawler is designed to replicate the iconic pickup truck with stunning accuracy. Built with a robust steel C-channel chassis and equipped with advanced features like a 2-speed transmission, LED lighting, and an upgraded steering servo, it provides an unparalleled crawling experience. Whether you're tackling trails or showcasing your collection, the Venture18 is a perfect blend of style and capability.
About the Venture18 1985 Toyota Hilux SR5
Realistic Scale Body
The Venture18 features a fully licensed clipless 1985 Toyota Hilux polycarbonate bodyshell, complete with hard plastic detailing. This scale body enhances the crawler’s appearance with authentic details, making it a standout choice for enthusiasts who value realistic designs. The clipless mounting system ensures a clean, seamless look while maintaining durability during use.
Performance-Driven Drivetrain
Engineered with a fully metal drivetrain and a 2-speed transmission, the Venture18 provides the durability and versatility needed for challenging terrains. Its brushless outrunner motor and ESC offer reliable power, allowing precise control and smooth operation over obstacles. This drivetrain design ensures consistent performance for both beginners and experienced drivers.
Integrated LED Lighting
The Venture18 is equipped with a separate RL-700 LED light controller and LED lights for the headlights, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals. With five LED modes, you can customize the lighting to match your environment, enhancing visibility and scale realism. Whether driving day or night, the lighting system adds functionality and style to your crawler.
Features:
- Fully licensed 1985 Toyota Hilux polycarbonate body
- Steel C-channel chassis for durability
- 2-speed transmission for versatility
- Fully metal drivetrain gears
- Oil-filled shocks for smooth performance
- Brushless Outrunner motor and ESC
- 6-channel radio system
- Separate RL-700 LED light controller
- 600mAh 2S LiPo battery with USB balance charger
- Upgraded metal-geared steering servo
Includes:
- (1) Venture18 Flux Brushless 1985 Toyota Hilux SR5 Scale Crawler
- (1) 600mAh 2S LiPo battery with XT-30 connector
- (1) FLX18-3S20 ESC w/XT30 Connector
- (1) USB balance charger
- (1) RL-700 LED light controller
- (1) 6-Channel radio system
Needed To Complete:
- (4) AA Batteries for Transmitter
Specifications:
| Scale | 1/18 | ||||||||
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| Drive | 4WD | ||||||||
| Power Source | 2S 600mAh LiPo (7.4V) | ||||||||
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| Assembly Level | RTR* | ||||||||
Electronics
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*Tech Note: Ready-to-Run models come equipped with all electronics and include the transmitter needed for use. Please check the "Needed To Complete" above to make sure you have everything you need to get out and enjoy your RC model.
Reviews3.9 · 17 reviews
Would be 5 stars, but I was not aware the brushless system did not have the ability to free wheel for running trails. I picked up the flux because all reviews were showing it would trail excellent. I have to replace the esc so I have that ability available. If you do not mind having a very strong drag brake at all times, then this is just fine. I should have done my homework as I do have the same system (furitek Venom pro and venom motor) installed in a few crawlers. That system is great for crawling. On the trails, if you let off the throttle a little, it has immediate slow down, and if you let off to neutral, it comes to an immediate stop. Even adjusting the esc programming and using dip switches 3 and 4, you can not turn off the brake. The front bumper sticks out a ways, and is not adjustable. Approach angle is limited. Overall crawling ability is about what you would see with a bone stock ascent 18 scout, but take away 3/4 of the approach angle and add straight axle design. I would recommend the truck, it is pretty sweet Overall. But for the use I have intended for this truck, I will be spending an additional $120 for an esc. This brings the final cost very close to alot of 1/10 rtr trail trucks, so...not a good deal now for me. Live and learn.
Okay so first impression was great before I set her up. Watched some videos and read all i could to get going. Once up and running the truck does not free wheel and has immediate strong drag brake and no braking with radio. Motor is reversed and dipswitches do not change settings as described in manual. However after further calibrations, relearns, resets and speaking with online tech and them also being stumped, I wasn't excited anymore, I thought I received a dud. I didn't, I did some further digging and did not even notice that the manual shows you the culprit of all my anguish. The main clue is that the newer system can use a hobbywing program card for the FLX18 esc, that is sold separately to adjust settings (the system is a hobbywing QUICRUN WP Mini24 Combo) . And they put it plain as day in the manual what the default settings are. 100% drag brakes, forward/reverse (no brake), motor ccw, lol 5 drag brake rate. So essentially a program card needs to be purchased to open up more potential for this beast. Knowing this helped me and it changed my outlook to being excited again! I would definitely recommend it and also do as myself will be doing and purchase the cheap program card. Although HPI needs to step up and include one as they did with the first run esc combos from furitek. Overall it's great and I hope this review helps someone out.
Just got this today. Bf was playing with it in the living room on hardwood floors and the drive shaft broke off and went flying out. The little pins holding it together are absolutely worthless. Don’t last 2 minutes out of the box. Bought the brushless edition. What a waste of money. Very bad design.
Back drive shaft is garbage. The transmission gearing failed on the rear drive shaft. Didnt even get to run this. Gutted it and now using to build something nicer. First hpi product I ever bought, and I have bought and tried tons of rc in my lifetime. I will not purchase another hpi product again. This is a flawed rig- transmission internals driveshaft-
Awesome truck, just some upgrades that i believe should have been offered om the truck. The bearings would have been nice.
Reviewers of the HPI Venture18 Flux Brushless 1985 Toyota Hilux SR5 1/18 RTR 4WD are split. Many praise its crawling low-speed control, high-speed performance, build quality and out-of-box appeal, and several say it suits both indoor and outdoor use. Recurring complaints include drivetrain failures, especially driveshafts and rear transmission gears breaking early; a strong drag brake that prevents freewheeling on trails, which some say the ESC program card can adjust; a bent frame on one unit; and difficult initial setup per the manual. One reviewer notes a newer version with waterproofing and a better motor was released shortly after launch. Several reviewers mention 'the brushless version', so the variant may be the one under discussion.
- + Smooth, controllable low-speed crawling
- + Fast high-speed performance
- + Attractive detailed build and appearance
- + Good value for a ready-to-run crawler
- − Driveshafts and transmission parts break easily
- − Strong drag brake prevents freewheeling
- − Confusing initial setup in the manual
- − Frame bent out of the box on one unit