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Our Verdict
A competition crawler stripped of everything except climbing ability. No body, no pretense, just pure rock-eating capability. Built for organized crawling events where style points don't matter and only lines count. Paying this much for a brushed motor stings though.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Purpose-built for competition crawling
- +Articulation and flex are top-tier
- +Lightweight at 6.6 lbs
- +3.5" ground clearance leads its class
Cons
- -No body included, looks unfinished without one
- -Brushed motor at this price feels overpriced
- -Not waterproof out of the box
- -8 mph — strictly a technical crawler
- -You'll need a body, lights, and details to make it presentable
Performance Profile
Axial Capra 1.9 UTB
crawler avg
Best For
Competition crawlers who care about lines and scores, not looks.
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Overview
The Axial Capra 1.9 UTB is a 1/10-scale 4WD brushed crawler priced at $449.99 MSRP. It has a manufacturer-claimed top speed of 8 mph. It weighs 6.6 lbs and measures 19.5" long. Battery: 3000mAh 2S.
Full Specifications
Performance
Top Speed8 mph
Drivetrain4WD
Motor TypeBrushed
Dimensions
Length19.5 in
Width9 in
Height9.5 in
Wheelbase12.3 in
Ground Clearance3.5 in
Chassis
Weight6.6 lbs
Battery3000mAh 2S
Features
WaterproofNo
How It Compares
Head-to-head comparisons with similar crawlers.
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