Redcat Vertex-10W – 1:10 Scale Brushless Electric Rock Crawler

.The Vertex 10 platform represents Redcats next evolution in precision crawling performance.

Engineered from the ground up around a lightweight 3mm carbonfiber chassis, highclearance geometry, and a 4-link suspension system with SOA (servo-on-axle), the Vertex 10 family delivers the perfect balance of strength, responsiveness, and control. Every component from the Hobbywing brushless outrunner to the Hexfly 50kg brushless servo is selected to give drivers smooth lowspeed finesse, powerful climbing authority, and reliable performance on any terrain.

Both Vertex 10 models share the same core DNA: air emulsion-style shocks with aluminum bodies, machined ring and pinion gears, steel front axle tubes, aluminum rear tubes, and a drivetrain tuned for aggressive frontend pull. With doubleCV front shafts, a 58degree steering angle, and a rigid carbon backbone, the platform is built to handle technical crawling, steep ascents, and unpredictable rock surfaces with confidence.

Where the Vertex 10 platform becomes truly versatile is in its two distinct configurations.

TheVertex 10is designed for precision, agility, and tightline mastery, the crawler you choose when the terrain gets tight and technical. TheVertex 10 Wideexpands the platform with a broader stance, longer wheelbase, and 2.2″ wheels and tires, delivering unmatched ability on steep, loose, or highrisk terrain.

Together, they form a complete crawling ecosystem: one built for finesse, the other for boldness, both unmistakably Redcat.

Stability that inspires bold driving.

The Redcat Vertex 10 Wide expands the Vertex platform with a broader 228mm hextohex stance and a longer 330mm wheelbase, delivering stability on steep climbs, loose rock, and offcamber terrain. Where the Vertex 10 excels in tight technical lines, the Wide version dominates big, open, highrisk terrain with a planted, predictable feel.

The 3mm carbonfiber chassis is paired with a narrow aluminum skid plate and 74mm of ground clearance a full centimeter more than the Standard. Larger 5.25″ tires on 2.2″ beadlocks give the Wide a commanding presence and improved rollover resistance. The emulsion-style shocks use the same aluminum bodies and 40wt oil as the standard version, but the Wide features tuned spring rates (0.17 N/mm front, 0.2 N/mm rear) to support its broader stance.

Power comes from the same Hobbywing 2812 1700KV brushless outrunner and WP10BL60 ESC, backed by the Hexfly HX50BL 50kg servo. But the Wides drivetrain is tuned differently: a more aggressive 32% overdrive (48.57:1 front / 66.79:1 rear) gives the front end even more authority, improving climbing ability and steering control on big obstacles.

Compared to the Vertex 10 standard version, the Vertex 10 Wide is the more forgiving, more stable, more confidenceboosting crawler. Its built for drivers who want to attack bold lines, explore rugged terrain, and push the limits without worrying about tipping or sliding.

Vertex 10 Wide Key Technical Specs:

• Width (HexHex):228mm
• Wheelbase:330mm (12.99″)
• Chassis:3mm carbon fiber
• Ground Clearance:74mm
• Tires/Wheels:5.25″ tires, 2.2″ beadlock wheels
• Motor:Hobbywing 2812 1700KV brushless outrunner (24S)
• ESC:Hobbywing WP10BL60CrawlerRTR w/ 10A, 8.4V BEC
• Servo:Hexfly HX50BL 50kg brushless
• Steering Angle:58
• Axle Ratios:9:1 front / 12.375:1 rear
• Total Overdrive:32%
• Weight:2399g (without battery)
• Body:V10W 2piece
• Lights:N/A

Personality:stable, planted, bold

Best For:outdoor rock gardens, steep sidehills, aggressive terrain

Contrast:wider, more stable, more forgiving than the standard version built for confidence/p>

REDCAT VERTEX-10W CRAWLER

Built for serious performance, the Redcat Vertex-10W features and extended-width stance for increased stability and confidence on challenging terrain, Equipped with a powerful Hobbywing brushless system, high-clearance portal axles, carbon fiber components, and precision steering, ther Vertex-10W deliver exceptional control, capability, and durability. Whether tackling technical rock sections or steep climbs, the Vertex-10W is engineered to perform at the highestlevel.

HOBBYWING RTR BRUSHLESS OUTRUNNER SYSTEM

2812 1700KV Outrunner motor, 60A ESC with integrated fan, 2-4S Ready, 6-8.4V, 10A BEC, Programmable ESC, XT-60 Connector.

HEXFLY HX-50BL BRUSHLESS DIGITAL SERVO

Powerful metal gear waterproof servo running at 50kg, Metal servo horn 20/40 holes.

PERFORMANCE – CONVENIENCE – CLEARANCE

Motor forward configuration, High clearance rear links increase breakover angle and off-road capability, Optional battery mount positions, 10 Degree skid.

Multiple battery mounting options support various pack sizes and balance preferences. Durable 3mm ladder frame insures rugged, long-lasting structural integrity.

BOLD APPEARANCE – FUNCTIONALITY – TRAIL READY

Innovative hidden body mounting system for quick and easy access

Clean, scale-inspired body styling

3MM CARBON FIBER COMPONENTS

Chassis rails, Rear shock towers, Transmission case end plates, Behind the axle servo mount.

HEAVY-DUTY WIDE AXLES

Axle width (hex hub to hex hub): 228mm

Front steel internal axle tube inserts, rear aluminium axle tube inserts help with weight bias

High-position hypoid-cut ring and pinion gears

3:1 Portal gear ratio

32% Total overdrive through the ring and pinion

Weighted metal front outer portalbox

SUPERIOR STEERING PERFORMANCE

Double CV joint enables ultra-smooth articulation at extreme steering angles

High-steer axles provide 58 degrees of steering angle.

5.25″ MEDIUM COMPOUND TIRES – TWO-STAGE FOAM – 2.2″ BEADLOCK WHEELS

OILED FILLED AIR EMULSION SHOCKS

HEAVY-DUTY METAL DRIVESHAFTS

Splined metal drive shafts insure a constant solid connection. Driveshaft ends are angled to easily slide overobstacles.

TAPERED LINKS FOR SMOOTH TRANSITION – HIGH CLEARANCE REAR LINKS

REDCAT RTX-4C

4 Channel radio system with adjustable EPA on allchannels