Redcat Ascent-18 Apex 1/18 Brushless RTR Rock Crawler (Red)
The Redcat Ascent-18 Apex is a compact 1/18 scale brushless rock crawler engineered for precise control, strong torque, and advanced crawling performance. Building on the original Ascent-18 platform, the Apex redesign features a carbon fiber low center of gravity chassis and upgraded drivetrain components for exceptional capability on steep and technical terrain. Redcat includes premium hardware and electronics to deliver a trail-ready crawler with refined handling and strong climbing power.
Includes:
- (1) Redcat Ascent-18 Apex 1/18 Brushless Rock Crawler
- (1) Redcat RTX-4C 4-Channel Radio System
- (1) HobbyWing Mini 24 Brushless Power System (installed)
- (1) 4kg Metal Gear Waterproof Servo (installed)
- (1) 3S 200mAh LiPo Battery
- (1) USB Charger
- (1) Clipless Two-Piece Cab Body
- (1) Optional Bed Attachment
- (1) Set of High-Grip Crawler Tires on Beadlock Wheels
- (1) 2.0mm Hex Driver
- (1) 2.5mm Hex Driver
- (1) Instruction Manual
Required to Complete:
- (4) AA Batteries for Radio
Features:
- Carbon fiber low center of gravity chassis
- Motor-forward layout with angled skidplate
- Wide HS portal axles for increased steering angle and ground clearance
- Brass front outer portal boxes for improved weight bias
- Brass front differential cover for added traction
- Overdrive gears installed for enhanced climbing capability
- Optimized ring and pinion gear ratio
- Ball bearings throughout the drivetrain
- 4kg metal gear waterproof micro servo for precise steering
- HobbyWing Mini 24 brushless system with 3500Kv motor
- 20A 2–3S LiPo compatible ESC with adjustable BEC
- Clipless modular two-piece body system
- High grip soft compound crawler tires
- Three-piece 1.3 inch beadlock wheels with stainless steel hardware
- Aluminum capped oil-filled coilover shocks
- Driveshaft stone guard for component protection
- Wide axle stance for stability on technical surfaces
- Optional bed included for customization
- Compatible with most Ascent-18 hop-up parts
Specifications:
- Scale: 1/18
- Drive System: 4WD
- Transmission: Forward and reverse
- Length: 222 mm
- Width: 143 mm
- Height: 98 mm
- Wheelbase: 156 mm
- Ground Clearance: 38 mm
- Chassis: 2 mm flat carbon fiber
- Servo: 4kg metal gear waterproof servo
- Wheel Width: 15.5 mm
- Wheel Diameter: 1.3 in (30.33 mm)
- Suspension: Aluminum capped oil-filled shocks
- ESC: HobbyWing WP-Mini24 RTR, 2–3S LiPo, 6V/8.4V BEC
- Motor: HobbyWing 3500Kv 1621 brushless motor
- Radio System: 2.4GHz 4-channel
- Battery: 3S 11.4V 200mAh LiPo with USB charger
The Redcat Ascent-18 Apex offers advanced crawling performance in a compact 1/18 scale package, combining carbon fiber construction, portal axles, brass tuning parts, and brushless power. With strong torque delivery and precise handling, the Apex is ideal for both new micro crawler fans and experienced drivers seeking a capable and customizable trail-ready crawler. Redcat engineering ensures durability, stability, and confident control on technical terrain.
