The Winner is ?....Definitely your viewers ,because we saw a great serie about the different between two great Tamiya Rally Rc Cars and had a lot of fun with it.Hello Mark ,i hope you are fine. Congratulation to some hot and fast stint´s on your really tricky course.Unfortunaly we must give a 5 second penalty to the XV01 for leaving the track limits at 2.02 and causing a collision at 2.24 :-) Both cars are really great and I do not know which one I would buy ,if I had the choice. Have a nice Week my friend.
Thanks Harry! I love you comment - especially the bit about the 5 second penalty - Haha! I sure caused my own collision there! But it doesn't matter, if we add a 5 second penalty to that run, the second run was fastest and still wins! But overall, you make a great point, both cars are fantastic Tamiyas, and most people would be very happy with either of them. Have a great week too, Harry! :-)
Good one, mate. Really enjoy watching. Good to hear Alf again. And yeah, of course, bring it on :-) TT-02 vs TT-02 Type S vs XV-01 and what I would love to watch: Full championship runs of Mark vs Rob vs Alf :-)
Thanks Mikael - yes, it was lovely to have Alf in the crew again! Now the old team is complete! We will see what we can do in terms of a 3 way battle, trouble is, it will have to be with static cameras :-/ Have a lovely weekend mate! :-)
Cheers dude! Sorry mate, thought I had already replied to you, how rude of me! Yes, I concur, the XV01 is a special bit of Tamiya kit, and the motor up-front does indeed help the cornering, as the standard TT02 tends to understeer big style! Thanks for the support and enjoy Stafford :)
Thanks my good friend Brent. Yeah, very close, but the XV01 was consistently that tiny bit faster - I hope to bring that head to head with Rob soon, when I can get him away from his house renovation duties! Thanks for watching bro! :)
Yes yes yes, i would like to see the comparison between the XV01 and TT02 Type-S :) Hope you bring your DF-01 and TA02 rally cars too for a test run to see the difference between each Tamiya chassis.
Thanks aviano 72! I will do my best my friend, but a full on race between all the rally cars will be difficult, I will definitely see what I can do! thank you so much for watching and commenting buddy! :)
I've just been re-watching this series. Such fun. Would love to take part in one of these challenges some day. Looks like the XV-01 is generally better handling wise. Certainly a better RC out of the box. I've bought a spare shell so I'm going to do one plain like the road car and one as a Martini rally car. Cheers for now mate 🙂
Hi Pete. Glad you are re-watching, and even more pleased that you are enjoying them! It was great to make these videos with Rob, and I think they are among the most-watched on my channel. It shows that other folk like this type of content. It would be awesome to make more like this with you in the future. Yeah, the XV01 really is a great handling car but you need to get used to the way it drives as it's very different to a rear-motor 4WD. Good call on the spare shell, less to worry about after all the hard work detailing the "Sunday best" body! Cheers, my good friend! :))
I love how you can tell you guys have ran a number of laps there. What fun man. I will have to get some racing cones. So cool! Not sure I could pick a winner. They both looked great!
Yes Please do more of such comparison! Its fascinating and really good "TV"! Please do a video comparing the XV01 to the TT02S! It will be interesting to see how they compare stock without hop up. Thanks in advance for the next video!
Thanks for the great comment, buddy! I will try to make that video soon, especially as they are both still stock at the moment. A little busy at the moment, but got some good stuff coming from my holiday in Wales! All the best from Mark... :-)
Thanks Charlie! And I appreciate you saying that both of me drove well - hehe, it was me on all the runs so we could get a little consistency - I should have said - sorry mate! Always a pleasure to read you my friend, I hope your weekend is going great too! :)
yeah! great series you got there, im buying a fully hopped up xv01 and your vid is the most helpful i found. thanks, would like to see the tt02 type s vs xv01, keep it coming guys 😁
Many thanks for the kind words, Josef! You are gonna love that XV01! I will try and film a video of the TT02 vs the XV01 soon, I think it will be a great match, too! :))
what should i say? i say it again =) would love to see more! This was a fantastic series! I appreciate you sharing it with us! keep UP that inspiring job !
Thanks a lot my friend Tibster - glad you liked the stage, I thought it needed a proper rally track stage to finish off the series, and to give the cars a proper, longer run. Your support is always appreciated my friend, I hope you have a smashing weekend. :)
Crikey Mark I would never have remembered that course - a bit too complicated for me, but it really was a great course nonetheless. Not much in it between the two cars and of course driving styles and different drivers may also come into it. Yes do it - the XV-01 vs the type S, that would be a fascinating match up. I've thoroughly enjoyed watching this series Mark so let's have more of these challengy type things. Top stuff mate and I especially enjoyed the running commentary from Alf...😎👍👍.
Cheers Cosmo my friend! I have run on that course so often that I could almost do it blindfolded (well, almost!) I did all the driving in this one mate, to try and make it more fair. But the XV is definitely better, then it should be as it's a Tamiya special and much more expensive, with just a mildly hopped-up motor it would be even better around this course. We will try to put a 3 way battle together now that Alf is back - and I will pass on your comment to him, I know he will be chuffed! "and the shun is signing!" :p
Another great video, thanks very much! Love watching these rally videos you're doing. Would love to see one in a gravel car park or something, big slides!! :)
I really appreciate you leaving a great comment, Paul! Thank YOU for watching my friend! More rally videos in the pipeline - I will try and find a big area of gravel for you, I absolutely love big slides too! :))
Thanks for the nice comment! Yeah, these comparisons are a lot of fun to do. I'll try and come up with more - I have a current video of STOCK XV-01 vs Stock TT-02 type-S if you are interested? All the best from Mark :)
Many thanks James! It's nice to know you enjoyed them and I appreciate the comment. Hopefully some more comparisons in the future. Best regards from Mark. :-)
Brilliant video Mark. Very tight throughout the competition overall, but a good outcome for the XV-01. Word of advice though. Ask Alf to ease up on the Birmingham Brews if he's going to commentate in future. Especially if he's standing in the "Shun Sine" 🍺😜🍺😄🍺😜🍺 👍👍👍
Haha - thanks Derek! I keep trying to educate Alf in the ways of beer and lager, but he only drinks water! Still, doesn't help him with his speech, we did laugh about that Shun sine, I'm glad it's in the video - shows we don't take it that seriously, it's all about having fun, isn't it mate? Hope you are well my friend. :)
Hello mate. I missed this on Friday as I was away camping in Wales which was all very pleasant and involved many pubs. Anyway back home and enjoying your vid. Did look like a fun contest. Me and Ric should do more skill challenges because we are generally just blasting about in a big open space which doesn't take much skill really. Your winning lap did look very tidy indeed. Most entertaining and of course we want to see if the TT-02 type S can beat it! Anyway back to work for me tomorrow ☹️. Must be summer holidays quite soon for you? Hopefully be some good weather for RC'ing. Laters 😁
Hello Pete! Glad you had a great time in Wales, as you know it is one of my favourite spots! Glad you like the pubs. Thanks for the kind words, but I am only an amateur - I am sure you and Ric could put together a few laps just as easily! Go for it mate, it's a great laugh anyway. Bummer, work, but we all gotta do it! Yes, 2 weeks and then RC bliss for 6 weeks, now I know why I really do this job - summer here we come! :))
Thanks a lot Mikey! Appreciate the comment my friend. You are spot-on there mate, the Type-S is a lot quicker on the dirt than the basic TT02, it will be great to race those two soon! :)) I hope you are having a great weekend!
Thank you very much. Hmmm - yeah, I would love to do that comparison, if only Tamiya would send me a few cars to test! Seriously, the 037 has been on my wish-list for a while now, as and when I can afford to get one, I will definitely do a series on it. I really appreciate you watching, keithrx3c. :)
Amazing videos watched all of these comparisons Mark. I am impressed with the TT-02’s capabilities. Love all your videos mate. I missed out on that TB-01 so a bit gutted 😂, so May have to venture to the TT-02 and make it rally spec. Love the XV-01 too though 😂Keep up the good work my friend. Sean
Cheers, Sean! So glad you enjoyed them my friend. Yes, the TT02 is a dark horse! Sorry you missed the TB-01. But PLEASE, hold out and spend your pennies on a TT-02 Type-S. it has so many hop-ups included saving over £100! And the suspension is very much like the XV-01, for a whole bunch less - it truly is my recommendation, and it was faster than the XV on our track. Anyway, whichever way you choose, I hope you have fun mate! :-)
Thanks very much I’m looking into them as it would be nice to build one from scratch too as opposed to getting one already built that’s part of the fun. I’m looking at your TT-02 build vids the now also. The type S you say? There seems to be a lot of variants of the TT-02 is the S the one to go for. Cheers again. Sean
Thanks bud! yea, the Type-S is definitely the best value for money, I hope you have seen all the goodies you get in my build vids! And yes, building is really part of the fun. But any way you go, a TT02 in any form is a great Tamiya! :)) Always best regards from Mark... :-)
Having a a nosey the now Mark. Sorry to be a pain. Also noticed there’s a tt-02 r is that a contender or you recommending the tt-02 I’m after a rally basher I know the xv-01 is the best out the box but I like tinkering. Thanks again Sean
No worries Sean! I had a very close look at the TT02R, looks nice, but like you, I wanted an off road capable car. The R has standard TT02 type suspension arms, totally rubbish for off road. The Type-S has longer A arms pivoting on stainless pins and upper turnbuckles , very much like the XV01. With a little trimming, I got more ground clearance than the XV01, and it really works well on the rough! Deffo the Type-S mate!
Thank you very much for the positive comment! Well, if I was picking one just for a bit of fun, it would be the TT02 because it is half the price of the XV01, but then I would only buy it with the oil shocks and metal bearings, putting the price up by about £36. However, if money was no object, it would be the XV01, as to be blunt, it's a much better chassis.
@@MarkBryanRC that's great thanks! I've been looking at the XV01. I'm okay paying a bit more for the right rc. Thinking of getting a cossie shell and the Martini decals from L&L too. Can't wait!
Cool! With the XV01 you get the bearings and oil shocks included, it has oil-filled differentials, plus all the suspension is fully adjustable and pivots on stainless steel shafts. So much better than a stock TT02. It is belt drive from front to back, so just keep an eye on the tension. I have a full set of unboxing and build videos if you are interested. The Cossie shell will be great, I love the rally car icons! Have fun! :))
Hi. It is the standard XV-01, I'm not sure how much better the Pro version is, but it is obviously more expensive and is dedicated to on-road performance, coming with slick tyres, but no drivebelt cover or fenders. So I could only recommend the standard XV-01 for rallying. :--)
I want to see a TT 02 take the top spot from the XV 01! That was a great rally - both drivers were on form and I loved the few seconds of footage at the very end.
Thanks Del, I don't think you are on your own with that sentiment, I always root for the underdog too, I think it's a very English thing! Glad you enjoyed it, and I think I can cobble a video together of that last race you saw, need a bit of editing trickery though! But I really think the standard TT02 Type-S could beat the XV01, I managed a faster (sub 40s) run of that stage with it - don't tell anyone else though (Hehe!). As always, I hope your sunny weekend is a great one! :)
@@MarkBryanRC It´s a really good stage - nice to see you guys maintaining it by using it : ) Thanks for the weekend good wishes - and the very same to you : )
Cheers Kirk my mate! Thanks for the comment bro - glad to hear you want to see the Evo have a go - I reckon it will be even closer! Have a lovely Summer's weekend mate! :))
I hope Alf got paid well for the Commentry!! 😋 Remember... In Racing, a SECOND is an Eternity! Your XV01 looked great, although still loose... But as Clarkson always says "Looking slow is actually Fast". Your Run was proof in the pudding!! 👍👍 I've a feeling that "Rally Battle Royale" will be having a *Part 4!!* 😎 Cheers 🍻🍻 Mate! Carmine ✈🚂🚙
Just uploaded my part 3 of the Cub build... So long that I was able to include TWO Songs!! ONE actually made us MONEY!! I was at MAXIMUM Autotune, voice in full gravel mode... But it was the ENDING that caught the attention of the Original Artist!!! 😎
Thanks a bunch, Carmine! Yes, I agree, those seconds make a big difference, especially in such short tests. And yes, both cars were loose, but the surface was a lot slippier than it looked! When I got it right, the car moved around less and looked slower, sometimes full power makes you go slower, better to back off the throttle and keep a good racing line. I think I will start a new battle series, XV vs Type-S round 1!!! Cheers for the support matey! :)
I know LOTS of us would enjoy XV vs TT02 Type-S!! It's difficult when the excitement and adrenaline kicks in, to not just stay balls to the wall... But as you mentioned, sometimes slower is faster! Also works in full Scale. 😉
That was FANTASTIC! I would love to see more....but the XV-01 has to win the battle(s) as I just bought one for my son...….what do you think Mark? (I do have money to make sure this happens ……) 😉😉
Thanks for the kind words, Eric! Great present for your son, must be one of the best handling Tamiyas you can get! He will surely LOVE that thing. I think you have made a wise choice! :)
Really enjoyed this series. I do think Mark was a bit bias on his XV-01 runs though..lol As far as handling goes (from a casual observer) it seems the XV is a little front heavy.. But once you adjusted your driving to that it did better... Maybe some stiffer springs on the front to reduce forward weight transfer? Anyhow..signed up to to say hi and maybe add a bit.. Well done guys . Looking to buy a TTO2 myself..
Many thanks for the great comment, Steve! Yes, I probably was a bit biased towards my XV01!!! The 2 cars are very different to drive, and yes, it takes a little time to adjust from one to another. It's hard to pinpoint what it is about the XV01, but most people who have one will tell you just how good they feel when you get used to them. Definitely a little front heavy due to the motor placement. My car does have more preload on the front, maybe stiffer oil is needed, too! Cheers for the message and I hope you have fun with that pending TT02! All the best from Mark... 😎👍
@@MarkBryanRC thanks for the reply Mark. Hope you are still enjoying your cars.. I used to be heavily involved in RC parking lot and indoor carpet onroad racing .to the point where we were just throwing money at our cars every race day.. Used to be "slow is fast" but it got to the point that only stupid fast was fast and it really wasn't fun anymore.. The reason I got into this hobby was building a car..making a model without glue and being able to run it after..and add as you liked .. Which was what Tamiya is all about.. Which I want to get back to .. Sold all my RC stuff years ago and just got the itch to get back to where it all started..when it was still fun.. So I'm buying a rally kit cause it can go onroad or off road...hopping it up .and thrashing around the bushes.. And maybe seeing how fast I can make it go in straight line.. My 1st RC was a Tamiya Stadium Blitzer... Same sort of thing .offroad bush and had street tires for road...just fun.. Was thinking TT02R but the price just kept adding up ..speed control ..brushless. fast ..lipos .(think I'm up to about $500 CDN) And that kinda defeats the purpose for me.. The TT02 kits are about $160-190.. And add on bearings and CVA shocks to start .max another $70.... Moral of the story ..don't let hardcore racing spoil your fun..keep it to a few guys in the bush .you will never regret it.. Cheers from a Canadian born in the UK..(moved here when I was 5)
@@thercguy Thanks for the back story, Steve, enjoyed reading that! Sounds like we are in the hobby for the same reasons. I never got into serious racing, glad I didn't! It's always been about the building, tweaking and making my own mods that is the joy for me - and of course, bashing with a pal or two is the icing on the cake. I'd say you made a good choice with the TT02 and the shocks and bearings. Solid chassis that you can run and adapt as you like. I hope you enjoy getting back into the hobby, I'm pretty sure you will! Best to you, my friend.
@@MarkBryanRC Hey Mark..got my TT02..It's the Mazda 3..Starting out fully stock ..then adding as I fancy . Didn't know it has a red chassis .Did you..?
The XV01 looks the better car for the job. Looks fun as a rally car, nimble. The TT02 looks like an understeer fest. On a carpet race track though i imagine the TT02 would come into its' own.
Hi Paul, I fully agree with you! The XV01 just drives more naturally and is easier to control in a slide. It would be an interesting race on carpet though! Cheers! 😎👍
Well, Brad, I really did try my best with the TT02! But the XV is a special Tamiya race chassis, twice the cost of the TT - it really SHOULD be faster, I'd be annoyed if it wasn't after paying over £210 for it! But the TT02 typeS is certainly as fast, or faster! Coming soon Brad! :))
In my opinion, all the Tamiya chassis are good! I still think the TA01/2 and DF01 are underrated, and can run better than a TT02 off road. We will definitely beat the XV01 :)
The Winner is ?....Definitely your viewers ,because we saw a great serie about the different between two great Tamiya Rally Rc Cars and had a lot of fun with it.Hello Mark ,i hope you are fine. Congratulation to some hot and fast stint´s on your really tricky course.Unfortunaly we must give a 5 second penalty to the XV01 for leaving the track limits at 2.02 and causing a collision at 2.24 :-) Both cars are really great and I do not know which one I would buy ,if I had the choice. Have a nice Week my friend.
Thanks Harry! I love you comment - especially the bit about the 5 second penalty - Haha! I sure caused my own collision there! But it doesn't matter, if we add a 5 second penalty to that run, the second run was fastest and still wins! But overall, you make a great point, both cars are fantastic Tamiyas, and most people would be very happy with either of them. Have a great week too, Harry! :-)
Good one, mate. Really enjoy watching. Good to hear Alf again. And yeah, of course, bring it on :-) TT-02 vs TT-02 Type S vs XV-01 and what I would love to watch: Full championship runs of Mark vs Rob vs Alf :-)
Thanks Mikael - yes, it was lovely to have Alf in the crew again! Now the old team is complete! We will see what we can do in terms of a 3 way battle, trouble is, it will have to be with static cameras :-/ Have a lovely weekend mate! :-)
Nice one as usual Mark. The XV01 is a really nice chassis. The front mounted engine will make the world of difference on them corners. 🇬🇧🤘
Cheers dude! Sorry mate, thought I had already replied to you, how rude of me! Yes, I concur, the XV01 is a special bit of Tamiya kit, and the motor up-front does indeed help the cornering, as the standard TT02 tends to understeer big style! Thanks for the support and enjoy Stafford :)
Great wrap up they were still so close I would like to to see you do a head to head race with Rob that would be cool 👍😀
Thanks my good friend Brent. Yeah, very close, but the XV01 was consistently that tiny bit faster - I hope to bring that head to head with Rob soon, when I can get him away from his house renovation duties! Thanks for watching bro! :)
Yes yes yes, i would like to see the comparison between the XV01 and TT02 Type-S :)
Hope you bring your DF-01 and TA02 rally cars too for a test run to see the difference between each Tamiya chassis.
Thanks aviano 72! I will do my best my friend, but a full on race between all the rally cars will be difficult, I will definitely see what I can do! thank you so much for watching and commenting buddy! :)
I've just been re-watching this series. Such fun. Would love to take part in one of these challenges some day. Looks like the XV-01 is generally better handling wise. Certainly a better RC out of the box. I've bought a spare shell so I'm going to do one plain like the road car and one as a Martini rally car. Cheers for now mate 🙂
Hi Pete. Glad you are re-watching, and even more pleased that you are enjoying them! It was great to make these videos with Rob, and I think they are among the most-watched on my channel. It shows that other folk like this type of content. It would be awesome to make more like this with you in the future. Yeah, the XV01 really is a great handling car but you need to get used to the way it drives as it's very different to a rear-motor 4WD. Good call on the spare shell, less to worry about after all the hard work detailing the "Sunday best" body! Cheers, my good friend! :))
YES =))
Definitely would love to see more! This was a fantastic series! I appreciate you sharing it with us!👍😊
Many thanks for that, Jeremy! I will try and get a Type-S vs TT or XV01 soon - and really thank YOU for watching my friend! :))
I love how you can tell you guys have ran a number of laps there. What fun man. I will have to get some racing cones. So cool! Not sure I could pick a winner. They both looked great!
Thanks Kevin! Oh yeah, we must have done a couple of hundred laps around there! Both cars sure are great, but I'm biased, I prefer the XV-01!!! 👍
Yes Please do more of such comparison! Its fascinating and really good "TV"! Please do a video comparing the XV01 to the TT02S! It will be interesting to see how they compare stock without hop up. Thanks in advance for the next video!
Thanks for the great comment, buddy! I will try to make that video soon, especially as they are both still stock at the moment. A little busy at the moment, but got some good stuff coming from my holiday in Wales! All the best from Mark... :-)
Pretty cool video Mark! Two super nice chassis and a great challenge. Both of you drove super nice! Have a great weekend buddy! 👌
Thanks Charlie! And I appreciate you saying that both of me drove well - hehe, it was me on all the runs so we could get a little consistency - I should have said - sorry mate! Always a pleasure to read you my friend, I hope your weekend is going great too! :)
yeah! great series you got there, im buying a fully hopped up xv01 and your vid is the most helpful i found. thanks, would like to see the tt02 type s vs xv01, keep it coming guys 😁
Many thanks for the kind words, Josef! You are gonna love that XV01! I will try and film a video of the TT02 vs the XV01 soon, I think it will be a great match, too! :))
what should i say? i say it again =)
would love to see more! This was a fantastic series! I appreciate you sharing it with us!
keep UP that inspiring job !
Thanks very much 😀 👍
That was an excellent stage 3. The stage that you made was brilliant. Exciting stuff my friends 👍👍👍
Thanks a lot my friend Tibster - glad you liked the stage, I thought it needed a proper rally track stage to finish off the series, and to give the cars a proper, longer run. Your support is always appreciated my friend, I hope you have a smashing weekend. :)
Crikey Mark I would never have remembered that course - a bit too complicated for me, but it really was a great course nonetheless. Not much in it between the two cars and of course driving styles and different drivers may also come into it. Yes do it - the XV-01 vs the type S, that would be a fascinating match up. I've thoroughly enjoyed watching this series Mark so let's have more of these challengy type things. Top stuff mate and I especially enjoyed the running commentary from Alf...😎👍👍.
Cheers Cosmo my friend! I have run on that course so often that I could almost do it blindfolded (well, almost!) I did all the driving in this one mate, to try and make it more fair. But the XV is definitely better, then it should be as it's a Tamiya special and much more expensive, with just a mildly hopped-up motor it would be even better around this course. We will try to put a 3 way battle together now that Alf is back - and I will pass on your comment to him, I know he will be chuffed! "and the shun is signing!" :p
Fantastic race runs , its was close Mark , yeah I wouldn't mind seeing how the other car does 👍😁👍 great video as always bro, enjoyed every minute 👍😁👍
Much appreciate the fantastic support, Tony! I'll see what footage I have of that last race, even if it's a short one (ooh er Mrs!) :))
Your welcome bro, teaser video up of today's beach bash bro, 👍🥰👍
Very cool comparison. I was skeptical about the XV01 chassis but the proof is in the puddin' 👍
Appreciated, thanks! Yep, the XV01 really is as good as people say, I love the way it drives! Cheers! 👍👍
😁👍 I see another rally battle coming on!!!
Thanks a lot Steve - I think you may have a crystal ball!!! :-)
Another great video, thanks very much! Love watching these rally videos you're doing. Would love to see one in a gravel car park or something, big slides!! :)
I really appreciate you leaving a great comment, Paul! Thank YOU for watching my friend! More rally videos in the pipeline - I will try and find a big area of gravel for you, I absolutely love big slides too! :))
Really like these comparisons and fun runs! Bring on stock vs stock and more different cars please
Thanks for the nice comment! Yeah, these comparisons are a lot of fun to do. I'll try and come up with more - I have a current video of STOCK XV-01 vs Stock TT-02 type-S if you are interested? All the best from Mark :)
@@MarkBryanRC Oh I done watched already! Great!
Pretty cool. I want to see that teaser of the race you give us at the end
Cheers Sean! I think I can cobble a video together of the race at the end from the footage I already have - thanks for the nice comment buddy! :-)
Great videos guys looking forward to seeing more
Many thanks James! It's nice to know you enjoyed them and I appreciate the comment. Hopefully some more comparisons in the future. Best regards from Mark. :-)
@@MarkBryanRC Got a tt02 today :)
@@jamesbrooker9918 Congrats on the new TT02 - I bet you have a big grin, ear to ear! What body is on it? Enjoy my friend! :-)
Brilliant video Mark. Very tight throughout the competition overall, but a good outcome for the XV-01. Word of advice though. Ask Alf to ease up on the Birmingham Brews if he's going to commentate in future. Especially if he's standing in the "Shun Sine" 🍺😜🍺😄🍺😜🍺 👍👍👍
Haha - thanks Derek! I keep trying to educate Alf in the ways of beer and lager, but he only drinks water! Still, doesn't help him with his speech, we did laugh about that Shun sine, I'm glad it's in the video - shows we don't take it that seriously, it's all about having fun, isn't it mate? Hope you are well my friend. :)
Nice one guys!
Thanks a lot buddy! This was a lot of fun to make, I'm really pleased that you enjoyed it too my friend! :)
Hello mate. I missed this on Friday as I was away camping in Wales which was all very pleasant and involved many pubs. Anyway back home and enjoying your vid. Did look like a fun contest. Me and Ric should do more skill challenges because we are generally just blasting about in a big open space which doesn't take much skill really. Your winning lap did look very tidy indeed. Most entertaining and of course we want to see if the TT-02 type S can beat it! Anyway back to work for me tomorrow ☹️. Must be summer holidays quite soon for you? Hopefully be some good weather for RC'ing. Laters 😁
Hello Pete! Glad you had a great time in Wales, as you know it is one of my favourite spots! Glad you like the pubs. Thanks for the kind words, but I am only an amateur - I am sure you and Ric could put together a few laps just as easily! Go for it mate, it's a great laugh anyway. Bummer, work, but we all gotta do it! Yes, 2 weeks and then RC bliss for 6 weeks, now I know why I really do this job - summer here we come! :))
Great wee video guys, nice rallying.
I think a rally race with the TT02S should be closer.
Thanks a lot Mikey! Appreciate the comment my friend. You are spot-on there mate, the Type-S is a lot quicker on the dirt than the basic TT02, it will be great to race those two soon! :))
I hope you are having a great weekend!
Awesome video quick question Which one has higher ground Clarence ?
Thanks! To be fair they both have about the same ground clearance but the TT02 was modified to give a higher ride. Cheers! 😎👍
Enjoyed watching this series, I'd be interested in seeing a comparison of the two Lancia 037 versions (TA02S and TA03RS)
Thank you very much. Hmmm - yeah, I would love to do that comparison, if only Tamiya would send me a few cars to test! Seriously, the 037 has been on my wish-list for a while now, as and when I can afford to get one, I will definitely do a series on it. I really appreciate you watching, keithrx3c. :)
@@MarkBryanRC I just ordered an 037 tonight, I was thinking the TA03R-S version was a current one but it looks like I was mistaken.
Oh wow - now you got me jealous! I'm sure you will really enjoy it. Yeah, I haven't seen a TA03R-S for sale recently...
Just ordered a XV-01 long damper spec chassis from Japan , can’t wait! Maybe a nice brushless system 👌🏻
Good choice, Tommy! I'd go with a conservative sensored motor, nothing too crazy! It really is a fantastic kit - enjoy! :)
@@MarkBryanRC yeah, got the bashers for crazy speed😅. Definitely want to keep it more realistic, just a little extra poke👌🏻
A little extra poke is always a good thing in my book, too! :)
Amazing videos watched all of these comparisons Mark. I am impressed with the TT-02’s capabilities. Love all your videos mate. I missed out on that TB-01 so a bit gutted 😂, so May have to venture to the TT-02 and make it rally spec. Love the XV-01 too though 😂Keep up the good work my friend.
Sean
Cheers, Sean! So glad you enjoyed them my friend. Yes, the TT02 is a dark horse! Sorry you missed the TB-01. But PLEASE, hold out and spend your pennies on a TT-02 Type-S. it has so many hop-ups included saving over £100! And the suspension is very much like the XV-01, for a whole bunch less - it truly is my recommendation, and it was faster than the XV on our track. Anyway, whichever way you choose, I hope you have fun mate! :-)
Thanks very much I’m looking into them as it would be nice to build one from scratch too as opposed to getting one already built that’s part of the fun. I’m looking at your TT-02 build vids the now also. The type S you say? There seems to be a lot of variants of the TT-02 is the S the one to go for. Cheers again.
Sean
Thanks bud! yea, the Type-S is definitely the best value for money, I hope you have seen all the goodies you get in my build vids! And yes, building is really part of the fun. But any way you go, a TT02 in any form is a great Tamiya! :))
Always best regards from Mark... :-)
Having a a nosey the now Mark. Sorry to be a pain. Also noticed there’s a tt-02 r is that a contender or you recommending the tt-02 I’m after a rally basher I know the xv-01 is the best out the box but I like tinkering. Thanks again
Sean
No worries Sean! I had a very close look at the TT02R, looks nice, but like you, I wanted an off road capable car. The R has standard TT02 type suspension arms, totally rubbish for off road. The Type-S has longer A arms pivoting on stainless pins and upper turnbuckles , very much like the XV01. With a little trimming, I got more ground clearance than the XV01, and it really works well on the rough! Deffo the Type-S mate!
Great Video! Thank You!
Glad you liked it! And it should be me thanking you for watching and leaving a nice comment - cheers! :)
This was a great series! Really enjoyed it. Speed aside which one would you pick up for a bit of fun? If you had to choose!
Thank you very much for the positive comment! Well, if I was picking one just for a bit of fun, it would be the TT02 because it is half the price of the XV01, but then I would only buy it with the oil shocks and metal bearings, putting the price up by about £36. However, if money was no object, it would be the XV01, as to be blunt, it's a much better chassis.
@@MarkBryanRC that's great thanks! I've been looking at the XV01. I'm okay paying a bit more for the right rc. Thinking of getting a cossie shell and the Martini decals from L&L too. Can't wait!
Cool! With the XV01 you get the bearings and oil shocks included, it has oil-filled differentials, plus all the suspension is fully adjustable and pivots on stainless steel shafts. So much better than a stock TT02. It is belt drive from front to back, so just keep an eye on the tension. I have a full set of unboxing and build videos if you are interested.
The Cossie shell will be great, I love the rally car icons! Have fun! :))
Is this XV-01 the pro or standard one? And witch one would you suggest is best for someone with no experience in rally?
Hi. It is the standard XV-01, I'm not sure how much better the Pro version is, but it is obviously more expensive and is dedicated to on-road performance, coming with slick tyres, but no drivebelt cover or fenders. So I could only recommend the standard XV-01 for rallying. :--)
I want to see a TT 02 take the top spot from the XV 01! That was a great rally - both drivers were on form and I loved the few seconds of footage at the very end.
Thanks Del, I don't think you are on your own with that sentiment, I always root for the underdog too, I think it's a very English thing! Glad you enjoyed it, and I think I can cobble a video together of that last race you saw, need a bit of editing trickery though! But I really think the standard TT02 Type-S could beat the XV01, I managed a faster (sub 40s) run of that stage with it - don't tell anyone else though (Hehe!). As always, I hope your sunny weekend is a great one! :)
@@MarkBryanRC It´s a really good stage - nice to see you guys maintaining it by using it : )
Thanks for the weekend good wishes - and the very same to you : )
Brilliant racing mark be good to see the evo up against them 👍
Cheers Kirk my mate! Thanks for the comment bro - glad to hear you want to see the Evo have a go - I reckon it will be even closer! Have a lovely Summer's weekend mate! :))
Mark Bryan RC will look forward to it mate let the best tamiya win lol
Just to let you no we did the back flip with the xmaxx to the plums with the xmaxx just for you lol 🤣😂
HaHa! Awesome Kirk! Gonna look out for that one! :))
Mark Bryan RC it’s on my last video of the xmaxx 👍
nice. I think this is a great way to enjoy the hobby.. Great video.. :P
Thanks for the nice words, Nick - yes, I agree that spending the hobby with friends and family is just the best! Enjoy your Sunday my friend! :))
I hope Alf got paid well for the Commentry!! 😋
Remember... In Racing, a SECOND is an Eternity!
Your XV01 looked great, although still loose...
But as Clarkson always says "Looking slow is actually Fast".
Your Run was proof in the pudding!! 👍👍
I've a feeling that "Rally Battle Royale" will be having a *Part 4!!* 😎
Cheers 🍻🍻 Mate!
Carmine ✈🚂🚙
Just uploaded my part 3 of the Cub build... So long that I was able to include TWO Songs!!
ONE actually made us MONEY!! I was at MAXIMUM Autotune, voice in full gravel mode...
But it was the ENDING that caught the attention of the Original Artist!!! 😎
Thanks a bunch, Carmine! Yes, I agree, those seconds make a big difference, especially in such short tests. And yes, both cars were loose, but the surface was a lot slippier than it looked! When I got it right, the car moved around less and looked slower, sometimes full power makes you go slower, better to back off the throttle and keep a good racing line. I think I will start a new battle series, XV vs Type-S round 1!!! Cheers for the support matey! :)
Heading over there now bro! :)
I know LOTS of us would enjoy XV vs TT02 Type-S!!
It's difficult when the excitement and adrenaline kicks in, to not just stay balls to the wall... But as you mentioned, sometimes slower is faster!
Also works in full Scale. 😉
Top Video, top Vergleich. Danke
Thank you very much my friend, glad you enjoyed it! 😎👍
That was FANTASTIC! I would love to see more....but the XV-01 has to win the battle(s) as I just bought one for my son...….what do you think Mark? (I do have money to make sure this happens ……) 😉😉
Thanks for the kind words, Eric! Great present for your son, must be one of the best handling Tamiyas you can get! He will surely LOVE that thing. I think you have made a wise choice! :)
Really enjoyed this series. I do think Mark was a bit bias on his XV-01 runs though..lol
As far as handling goes (from a casual observer) it seems the XV is a little front heavy..
But once you adjusted your driving to that it did better...
Maybe some stiffer springs on the front to reduce forward weight transfer?
Anyhow..signed up to to say hi and maybe add a bit..
Well done guys .
Looking to buy a TTO2 myself..
Many thanks for the great comment, Steve! Yes, I probably was a bit biased towards my XV01!!! The 2 cars are very different to drive, and yes, it takes a little time to adjust from one to another. It's hard to pinpoint what it is about the XV01, but most people who have one will tell you just how good they feel when you get used to them. Definitely a little front heavy due to the motor placement. My car does have more preload on the front, maybe stiffer oil is needed, too!
Cheers for the message and I hope you have fun with that pending TT02! All the best from Mark... 😎👍
@@MarkBryanRC thanks for the reply Mark. Hope you are still enjoying your cars..
I used to be heavily involved in RC parking lot and indoor carpet onroad racing .to the point where we were just throwing money at our cars every race day..
Used to be "slow is fast" but it got to the point that only stupid fast was fast and it really wasn't fun anymore..
The reason I got into this hobby was building a car..making a model without glue and being able to run it after..and add as you liked ..
Which was what Tamiya is all about..
Which I want to get back to ..
Sold all my RC stuff years ago and just got the itch to get back to where it all started..when it was still fun..
So I'm buying a rally kit cause it can go onroad or off road...hopping it up .and thrashing around the bushes..
And maybe seeing how fast I can make it go in straight line..
My 1st RC was a Tamiya Stadium Blitzer...
Same sort of thing .offroad bush and had street tires for road...just fun..
Was thinking TT02R but the price just kept adding up ..speed control ..brushless. fast ..lipos .(think I'm up to about $500 CDN)
And that kinda defeats the purpose for me..
The TT02 kits are about $160-190..
And add on bearings and CVA shocks to start .max another $70....
Moral of the story ..don't let hardcore racing spoil your fun..keep it to a few guys in the bush .you will never regret it..
Cheers from a Canadian born in the UK..(moved here when I was 5)
@@thercguy Thanks for the back story, Steve, enjoyed reading that! Sounds like we are in the hobby for the same reasons. I never got into serious racing, glad I didn't! It's always been about the building, tweaking and making my own mods that is the joy for me - and of course, bashing with a pal or two is the icing on the cake. I'd say you made a good choice with the TT02 and the shocks and bearings. Solid chassis that you can run and adapt as you like. I hope you enjoy getting back into the hobby, I'm pretty sure you will! Best to you, my friend.
@@MarkBryanRC Hey Mark..got my TT02..It's the Mazda 3..Starting out fully stock ..then adding as I fancy .
Didn't know it has a red chassis .Did you..?
Oh..added full bearings already of course
Nice video!
Thanks very much, Austin! It was great of you to comment, always appreciated my friend! :))
Nice Mark that was good!
Cheers, Michael - I really appreciate the support buddy! Enjoy the weekend! :-)
Very good, your so awesome. Thanks for sharing.Great channel // friend stay connected..👍🎈🎈😎👏👏
Thank you for your kind words! :)
I have a problem now could you tell me witch car is better overall i would be thankful
Hi there! No problem and it's a no brainer, the XV-01 is the best, hands down!!!
The store r selling Lacier XV01 double the price of the TT02 chassis…n without ESC , Is it worth the extra money?🤔🤔
Hi. If you can afford the extra cost, yes I believe it is worth the price, the chassis is so much better than the TT02!
👍great vid guys
Cheers Chris, it's great to know you are still watching - hope all is good with you mate! :))
Racing time ❤❤
Yes indeed! 👊👌🤗👍😎👍
The XV01 looks the better car for the job. Looks fun as a rally car, nimble. The TT02 looks like an understeer fest. On a carpet race track though i imagine the TT02 would come into its' own.
Hi Paul, I fully agree with you! The XV01 just drives more naturally and is easier to control in a slide. It would be an interesting race on carpet though! Cheers! 😎👍
@@MarkBryanRC no worries, I have 3 old Yokomo MR4 TC's. 2000's touring cars. One is now a rally project, goes well 😁
@@paulgeddert6125 Nice one! Keep 'em running I say! 🤗👊👍
❤Racing time ❤
It was a blast! Cheers! 🤩😁👊👌🤗😎👍
Are they both awd or rwd
AWD! 👍
I'm so sick to seeing the xv winning all the time try please get tt01 and tt02 to beat it
Well, Brad, I really did try my best with the TT02! But the XV is a special Tamiya race chassis, twice the cost of the TT - it really SHOULD be faster, I'd be annoyed if it wasn't after paying over £210 for it! But the TT02 typeS is certainly as fast, or faster! Coming soon Brad! :))
@@MarkBryanRC you go mark beat the xv even know I would love both chassis.
In my opinion, all the Tamiya chassis are good! I still think the TA01/2 and DF01 are underrated, and can run better than a TT02 off road. We will definitely beat the XV01 :)
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Thanks for the clip 😂
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You are very kind! " ขอบคุณครับ" from England! :))
Cheat! lol
HAHA!!! Yeah, I did cheat, but then I ran into the tree on purpose to make up for it!!! Cheers man! :P