Is the WLtoys XK 184008 good for beginners?

Yes, it comes ready-to-run and is simple to start, but its speed means new drivers should practice on open ground. The plastic chassis rewards careful driving.

How fast does it actually go?

WLtoys rates it at about 37 mph. Real-world speed depends on surface and battery charge, and full throttle drains the battery quickly.

It handles short, dry grass and dirt best. Tall or wet grass will bog down a 1/18 truck and stress the motor.

What battery does it use?

It runs on a rechargeable Li-ion pack included in the box. Buy a spare if you plan long sessions, since run time at full throttle is short.

Is it a hobby-grade or toy-grade truck?

It is toy grade with a brushless motor. That gives good speed, but the plastics and parts support are below hobby-grade brands.

What comes in the box?

The truck, 2.4 GHz transmitter, battery, charger and basic tools. It is ready to run after charging.

Where is the WLtoys XK 184008 1/18 Brushless 4WD RC Truck cheapest?

At funyat.com, for $94.40, 33% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the WLtoys XK 184008 1/18 Brushless 4WD RC Truck?

7 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, funyat.com, Amazon, RcGoing, eBay.

WLtoys XK 184008 1/18 Brushless 4WD RC Truck

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$94.40at funyat.comChecked 9 h ago

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What reviewers say

Owners of the XK 184008 generally praise its brushless speed and 4WD grip for the size, and many call it a strong step up from brushed toy trucks. Complaints center on durability of the plastic chassis after hard impacts and on short run times at full speed.

What people mention

SpeedPraisedOwners say the brushless motor makes it noticeably quicker than brushed 1/18 trucks.
DurabilityCriticisedReviewers report the ABS chassis and plastic parts can break after hard impacts.
Battery lifeCriticisedRun time at full throttle is described as short, so spare batteries are often recommended.
TractionPraisedThe 4WD drivetrain is said to hold grip well on loose dirt and gravel.
Parts availabilityMixedSome owners find replacement parts harder to source than for mainstream hobby brands.

About the WLtoys XK 184008 1/18 Brushless 4WD RC Truck

Wltoys 184008 RC Car RTR 1/18 70KM/H 4WD Brushless Off-Road High Speed LED Light Truck Full Proportional RC Car ToysSpecification:Basic informationBrand: WltoysModel: Wltoys 184008Scale: 1/18Speed: 70km/hPower system:Wltoys 184008 Motor: 2838-5000KV brushless motorWltoys 184008 ESC: three-in-one brushless ESCTransmitterFrequency: 2.4 GHZBattery:Wltoys 184008 with 7.4V 1200mAh batteryOthers:Wltoys 184008 Charge time: 2.5 hoursUsing time: 9 minControl distance: 100mWltoys 184008 Function:forward, backward, left, rightProportional control: proportional controlDimension:Wltoys 184008 Package size: 29.7*21.6*16.7cmWeight: 1.6kgPackage Included:1* Wltoys 184008 RC Car1* Controller1* Rechargeable battery(built-in)1* 7.4V 2000mA USB Cable1* User ManualFeature:1. Wltoys 184008 Use the newly developed three-in-one brushless ESC with 2838-5000KV motor, which is fast and explosive.2. Wltoys 184008 Using independent suspension hydraulic shock absorbers, the shock absorber performance can adapt to a variety of terrains.3. Wltoys 184008 Use zinc alloy gears with strong wear resistance.4. Colorful lighting system for the entire vehicle.