FMS 1:7 Scale Ford Bronco RC Truck: Unboxing, Driving, and Repair

Unboxing and Initial Impressions

• 📦 The FMS 1:7 scale Ford Bronco, officially licensed by Ford, is introduced.
• 💡 A key detail noted is the lack of explicit battery compatibility on the box, with the booklet specifying support for 3S up to 6S LiPo batteries.
• ✨ The truck features LED lights on the grill and roof, detailed interior with driver and passenger figures, and "FunHav Off-Road Neto" graphics.
• ⚠️ The tires are described as feeling hard, raising concerns about traction.

Driving and Performance

• 🚀 The Bronco is taken out for a "rip" in an open field, with the sound of the motor described as a "roar."
• 💨 Upon hitting full throttle, the hard tires stretch significantly, described as "pizza cutters."
• ⛰️ The truck is tested on a small jump, which it handles with power, though keeping it straight on pavement is challenging.

Durability and Repair

• 💥 After a tumble from a jump, the truck loses drive, indicating a potential breakage.
• 🛠️ The issue is identified as a popped turnbuckle and driveshaft due to landing hard on the right rear.
• ✅ The repair involves re-seating the driveshaft and re-screwing the turnbuckle, taking about 5 minutes.

Design and Features

• 🧐 The truck is characterized as a "Baja style truck" rather than a monster truck, with significant suspension travel.
• 💡 LED lights are tested, with a switch controlling headlights and off-road lights.
• ⚙️ Under the body, the chassis reveals a roll cage, battery tray, ESC, receiver box, and a Hobbywing 1600 KV brushless motor with a 150 amp ESC.
• 🔋 The battery tray has space limitations due to suspension components, requiring specific battery sizes like the Power Hobby Pro Lipo 5000mAh 6S.
• 📡 The transmitter is a 7-channel unit with steering wheel, throttle trigger, and a 3-position switch for LED lights, along with trim and endpoint adjustments.

Conclusion and Recommendations

• 💯 Despite a minor breakage, the truck is easily repaired and offers a great time with a single 6S LiPo battery.
• 🛒 The FMS 1:7 scale Ford Bronco is recommended for purchase at local hobby shops or online, identifiable by the FMS logo on the box.
• 📏 A size comparison is provided with 1:18 and 1:10 scale RC trucks to illustrate the 1:7 scale.