If you’re one of Arrma’s Off-roading RC cars, then, you’ll be stuck between the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock. Aren’t you?
Those two RC beasts are so powerful, however, they’re too expensive. Having both of them will cost you a fortune, isn’t it?
That’s why you should choose just one of them. But which one should you buy? Which one is better?
Having the right answer to these two questions will give you the ability to make a wise decision.
And this is exactly why I’m here. It’s to help you choose which one is better for you.
You can check the full reviews of the Arrma Granite and Big Rock.
So, let’s get started in the next few lines…
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Arrma Granite VS Big Rock Design
The Body
Unlike the similar Infraction VS the Felony that we reviewed last time, the Arrma Granite and Big Rock are so much different at least in the body.
Yes, I know, they’re from the same range which is pickup trucks, still, the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock bodies have different designs.
The first thing you’ll notice once you see the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock bodies is the dimensions.
The dimensions are different. The Arrma Big Rock is way longer than the Granite not only on the body level but also on the chassis and the platform level.
On the other hand, Arrma Granite is higher than the Big Rock.
Both bodies come with 4 clips, 2 in the front and 2 others in the back.
Both bodies look cool and eye-catching.
The Front
If you’re familiar with Arrma RC cars then, you already know that the front of any Arrma RC cars usually comes with fake headlights and grills as well as fake windows. The design is incredible though!
Both RC cars come with 4 headlights in the front, they look like LED lights which makes them look amazing.
Also, they both have big bumpers which are connected to the chassis, but, they cover the body as well. This means that in case of a crash, the body is protected since it is behind the bumper.
As you see, the specs are the same, however, the shapes and designs are different, that’s what makes Arrma Granite VS Big Rock’s front end non-similar.
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The Middle and the Back
As mentioned in the previous section, the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock middle and back end are also different.
The Arrma Granite comes with 2 doors while the long wheelbase Big Rock comes with 4 doors as well as a long tail.
There is no external cage for both RC cars to prevent damage in case of flip over but it’s ok since they’re wide enough to handle corners.
The Arrma Granite VS Big Rock rear end is similar, both RC cars come with a wheelie bar and a rear bumper as well.
Other than that, there are the taillights that their designs look different.
In the end, we can say that the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock bodies are different and at the same time, they’re similar. Different when it comes to small details while similar in the general look.
Arrma Granite VS Big Rock Colors
The colors of the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock are different as well.
The Arrma Granite comes in two stock colors: Green and Red.
On the other hand, the Big Rock comes with one color which is mate Black.
The great thing about that is these are not the only colors available, you can get other colors from the aftermarket like the Blue for Big Rock, as well as other custom colors on the Granite.
This means that with these two RC cars, you have a variety of colors to choose from.
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Arrma Granite VS Big Rock Chassis
One of the reasons why Arrma Big Rock is lower than the granite is the height of the body which is the main reason, but also, the ground clearance is a little bit less than the Granite chassis.
Also, the Big Rock is wider due to the long suspension arms which are strong and reliable.
Also, the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock chassis is indeed different with a different platform for both RC cars if we consider the long wheelbase. However, these two have the same electronics
The Front And The Rear
As mentioned earlier, the first thing you’ll see in the chassis of these two RC cars is the front bumper, it’s not connected to the body, but the chassis.
Both bumpers are strong and great. However, that one on the Granite looks a little bit more rigid which is good for protection. It comes also with some small accessories.
The other Arrma Granite VS Big Rock difference is in the suspension system due to the wider Arrma Big Rock.
Yes, the Big Rock has longer suspension arms, and because of that, the angle of the shocks is more diagonal than the one on the Granite.
Does this impact the performance? Well, we can say yes, you’ll see that the Big Rock can handle a little bit more than the Granite especially hard off-road.
Does this mean that you’ll have a problem with the Granite off-road? Not at all! They all perform well.
Other than that, the material of the bumper and the shocks as well as the other small parts are mostly plastic. That can be better than Aluminum since it can absorb a lot of crashes and damage.
Still, you can always have access to upgrade to Aluminum parts. We will talk more about the upgrades and accessories later in this article.
When it comes to the rear, it’s the same for each car’s front, you have a wide suspension system for the Big Rock with a bumper and a wheelie bar.
On the same track, the Granite comes with a normal suspension system (not wide as Big Rock), a bumper as well as a wheelie bar.
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The Electronics
When we say the middle of the chassis, we mean the electronics, and here is the surprise: they’re the same!
Some people may like the idea because they see that will save them a lot of time searching for that specific part for their RC car. While others don’t since they see that their RC car must be different and have its electronics and parts.
Well, for those that don’t like the idea, you can go for the EXB version, they’re not available in these two RC cars, still, you can buy a Kraton EXB or a Mojave EXB.
The EXB version is a version where there are no electronics in the RC car, you custom build it as you want. They’re cheaper than the BLX version.
Here are all the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock electronics:
Arrma Granite
- Spektrum™ Firma™ 3200Kv brushless motor
- BLX100 2S/3S Waterproof ESC
- Spektrum™ 2.4GHz SLT3™ 3-Channel Transmitter
- Spektrum™ SLR300 Receiver
- Spektrum™ SPMS651 Waterproof Metal-Geared Digital Servo
Arrma Big Rock
- Spektrum™ Firma™ 3660 3200Kv Brushless Motor
- BLX100 2S/3S Waterproof ESC
- Spektrum™ 2.4GHz SLT3™ 3-Channel Transmitter
- Spektrum™ SLR300 Receiver
- Spektrum™ SPMS651 Waterproof Metal-Geared Digital Servo
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The Arrma Granite VS Big Rock Performance and Handling
As you saw in the previous section, those two RC cars have the same electronics, so, do they have the same performance and speed?
Well, for speed, we can say that they might have the same. They both can reach up to 50mph using the electronics mentioned above in addition to a 3s Lipo battery.
However, when it comes to performance, it’s not the same.
Why? Because performance isn’t controlled only by electronics but also by different factors like the shape of the body that controls how the air flows, the ground clearance, the width, and the height as well as so many other different things.
So, which one is better? The Arrma Granite or the Big Rock?
As you know, these two RC cars are Off-road vehicles with a 4WD system that helps them go through anything.
They’re both good at jumps, speed, and hard terrains.
The Arrma Granite is lightweight, it is a good fit for jumping. On the other hand, the long wheelbase and the width of the Arrma Big Rock help it more with off-roading.
So, if you drive both of these two RC cars off-road, you’ll notice that the Big Rock is slightly more powerful and can handle more than the Granite.
Other than that, both RC cars can do a great job wherever you drive them.
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Arrma Granite VS Big Rock Tires
Of course, if we’re talking about off-roading RC cars, we can’t ignore the tires since they have a very important role!
The common thing between the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock tires is the fact that they are vented.
The bog Rock comes with the Vented multi-terrain dBoots® RAGNAROK™ tires while the Granite comes with the Vented multi-terrain dBoots® Fortress™ MT tires.
The tires on the Granite are thinner and bigger than the Big Rock while this one comes with much wider tires.
The wheels design of the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock wheels is also different. I personally like the one of the Granite more, they look sportier.
Other than that, the tires and the wheels of the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock are incredible.
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Arrma Granite VS Big Rock Transmitter and Receiver
The transmitter and receiver have also a big role in, not only making the performance of the RC car better but also making the driver’s experience better.
The more comfortable you are in your transmitter, the better you drive and control your RC car, isn’t that right?
for the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock transmitter and receiver, they come with the same. The transmitter is the Spektrum™ 2.4GHz SLT3™ 3-Channel Transmitter and Spektrum™ SLR300 Receiver.
They’re not the best, but they can do a great job and make you spend a good time with your RC car.
They come with some great features like the throttle mode where you can limit the throttle to 50% or 75% if you’re a beginner or you have a child that plays with it.
By enabling this mode, you limit the acceleration of the RC car to 50 or 75% depending on what you chose.
There are some other features that you can check in the full review of the Arrma Granite or the Arrma Big Rock.
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Arrma Granite VS Big Rock Upgrades
Despite having a different platform, the Arrma Granite VS Big Rock upgrades can have common parts especially when it comes to the electronics and the internal parts.
On the other hand, some other parts like the suspension system (some parts) can’t fit since they have a different widths.
Also, you can always find any accessories or parts for both RC cars, especially the Aluminum parts if you want to make your RC car harder.
She is a great thing, you’re most likely to find common parts between these two RC cars, they’re widely available, cheap, and easy to remove and replace especially f you’re familiar with RC cars.
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Arrma Granite VS Big Rock Price
The great thing about these RC cars is the fact that you can get a lot of fun and value (let’s say) at a convenient price.
If we compare the same features from other RC car brands, you’ll see that the Arrma Granite and Big Rock are so cheap and affordable.
Also, they have the same price, so, at least, you can forget about the money factor that usually takes the lead among the other factors and focus on what you want.
Whether you buy the Granite or the Big Rock, you will pay the same price. Here is the price of each one of them:
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So, Which One Should You Buy?
If we see these two RC cars in general, we will feel like they’re so different and far from each other.
But if we see closer, we will notice how close they are especially in terms of performance, electronics, and upgrades.
The general look is different like the chassis, the wheels, and the body.
So, these three things will be the three objects you should focus on to decide which next RC car will be yours.
If you like high RC cars with big wheels, big strong bumper, and a colorful body, then you should go for the Arma Granite.
On the other hand, if you love a simple-looking RC car with a long wheelbase and wide wheels, the Arrma Big Rock is the best for you.
Me? I beloved low ground clearance and big width, so, I choose the Big Rock.
What about you? Which one would you choose? The Granite or the Big Rock? Let me know in the comments below!
Also, §If you’d like to know more details about each of these two RC cars, you can check the full review of Arrma Granite and the full review of the Arrma Big Rock.
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