HOBBYPLUS Battery 7.4v 1100mah 2S Lipo Battery XT30 Connector for RC Crawler 1/18 CR18P Terranaut 8x8 - Remote Control Car, RC Car Upgrade Accessories

Hell yeah, the Arktos is awesome! I've watched a ton of vids on it and ended up ordering one on prime day too. Very capable out of the box and easily upgradable. Seems like a lot of truck for the money (especially at the $160 sale price), even the transmitter it comes with is nice. Plus you can get a cheap 1/24 scale crawler rig to put on the back for some really fun scale action. It's even upgradable to brushless motors with the stock electronics! I would probably go ahead and pick up some brass wheels, or brass rings for the stock wheels if you prefer to keep that look, and maybe some appropriate tires like these: https://a.co/d/0hpxxGBi Also consider grabbing a second battery: https://a.co/d/05CEnZ4X As a fellow beginner I think 1/18 is where it's at, lots of great platforms with great upgrade support and very reasonably priced. 1/10 stuff seems cool but is more expensive, takes up more space, and generally just more to deal with. I started with a trx4m and then added an ascent 18 apex, and have really enjoyed both. I run my stuff exclusively outside on trails and open areas, i usually even take one on hikes and MTB rides. Can't wait for the 6x6 to come in!