Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon Review. What's New? Is It Better?

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After the release of the Typhon, the new Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon has been released to beat that old model. So, what’s special about it?

The new Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon has many improvements over the old Typhon. There are improvements in the body, the chassis, and internal electronics.

However, are these new features worth the upgrade? Ad what improvements this RC car has?

Let’s answer all these questions in the next few lines…

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The Design

Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon Body

If you compare the new Tuned Typhon with the old one, you’ll see some changes for sure on the body. They don’t have the same body designs!

Some small details have been changed. This body still keeps the Typhon identity which is important.

Additionally, the body paint has changed to be more eye-catching.

After all, the idea about the body change is to show a sportier version of the RC car which is cool.

As you know, the Typhon body doesn’t cover all the chassis, so, the front shocks as well as the shock tower are outside the covering of the body.

Also, in the rear, the shock tower as well as the shocks are outside the body.

When it comes to the spoiler, it is different from the normal version.

The new spoiler looks simpler with few details and two splitters in the middle. This one also has a square shape instead of a curvy which was the case with the old version.

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Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon Colors

The Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon body is offered in two colors which are Pink/Purple, Red/Blue.

These colors make a great sync which each other and make the RC car look amazing and sporty.

Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon Tires

The tires and wheels of the new Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon have also got some improvements and changes.

The wheels are similar to the ones on the Arrma Limitless which are aerodynamic friendly and have a racing style as well.

Concerning the tires, they are the High-traction dBoots® Exabyte Tires which are super effective and great on and off-road.

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Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon Chassis

Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon Review. What's New? Is It Better?

Once you remove that body with the three clips on it, you’ll see the chassis.

This chassis still has the same structure as the normal Typhon version. However, so many parts are upgraded to the TLR.

The shock towers, the chassis skid as well as other internal parts. They have also changed from Red color to Gray.

In the front of the Typhon, there is no bumper, all you see is only the shocks and the shock tower made of Aluminum which become stronger and thicker.

You can even adjust the shock tower and tune it yourself which is what to expect from Arrma!

The suspension system on the Typhon is really tough and works perfectly. You can adjust it as well in addition to the pivot balls.

This is the great thing about Arrma, they get creative, but, they give you the chance to make your creativity also!

Concerning the shocks, the Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon comes with the TLR Tuned black TLR branded shocks. They look almost the same as the old version except for the color.

Of course, the shocks and the shock tower are made of the same material for the rear.

What about internal electronics?

Well, they don’t exist! Yes, this is not an RTR Arrma RC car, it’s a fully customizable RC car that you can personalize yourself.

So, when you take it out of the box, you’ll see how empty the chassis is.

Still, you’ll find some parts like the 52 spur gear. The pinion gear doesn’t include.

Here is a recap of all the parts that come with the Chassis:

Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon Parts

TLR-Tuned Parts
Race Spec Finished Body
Durable 7075 T6 Aluminum chassis and shock towers
All-metal Diff Outdrives And Gearbox Internals
High-traction dBoots® Exabyte Tires
Aluminum Lower Adjustable Suspension Hangers
Aluminum Upper Adjustable Suspension Hangers
Aluminum Shock Bodies

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What You Need to Add

2+ Channel Transmitter and Receiver
Metal Gear, Hi-Torque Steering Servo
Electronic Speed Control
Motor
LiPo Battery
Compatible LiPo Battery Charger
Pinion Gear

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Arrma TLR Tuned Typhon Performance

As mentioned before, this is a roller RC car with no electronics.

So, if you’re a beginner, this RC car is not the right one for you. But, you can always have the normal Typhon which comes with RTR. Check its full review.

For experts, that can be a great RC car for you to test some new electronics and have fun.

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What You Need to Add

Considering you’re hesitant about which parts you’d like to add to your Arrma Typhon TLR, we would like to give you a list of suggestions:

Starting with the motor, we suggest having the Spektrum Firma 2050Kv Brushless Motor.

Concerning the ESC, we suggest the 3s/4s FIRMA 120A BRUSHLESS SMART ESC.

Here is the list of the other parts we suggest:

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Annoying Things About the Typhon

The only thing that worries me about the Typhon is the absence of the front bumper.

The absence of protection, in this case, can make damage to the front shocks and in the worst case the shock tower and the suspension system in case of a crash.

Also, there is no protection from dust or mud to the shocks which may impact their performance with time.

Other than that, this Truggy is impeccable!

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