Originally Posted by
mdowney
I bought a XXX-CR about two months ago and something broke on it literally every time I set it on the track. And not from high-speed collisions. Land a jump clean - SNAP - there goes an arm. Shock towers, steering knuckle, turnbuckle, etc. I used it for a few days and gave up. Switched to a Cougar SV and haven't broken anything after about 10 packs. I'm having all sorts of problems getting the diff and slipper to work properly but that's a different story.
I'm sure the Losi is great and several of the best drivers at my track run them, but I definitely wouldn't classify it as extraordinarily rugged.
I wouldn`t classify any 1/10 buggy as being extraordinarily rugged . They all can and will break . I think both Losi and AE are top notch . Some people have better luck with one then the other , which is due to driving style . I`ve heard people say the xxx breaks everytime they drive it , same thing I hear about the B4 . Bottom line buggies break , especially running mod .
To the OP , if you want a RTR I would go with the B4 . If you can hold out for the B4.1 you will be much happier as it has upgrades to some issues the B4 had . If not the B4RS is still a great buggy , just shocks need more attention . One thing that is good with the B4 RTRs once you get better at racing you can upgrade parts to have a FT B4 and have a top end racer .
If you want a kit and buy your own electronics there are a few choices in brands that are all good . Like AE , Losi , TQ Racing , and Kyosho . If you don`t/can`t buy new , you can find many good deals on used buggies and electronics on RC Tech`s classified section and even post a wanted ad for what your wanting .