HoBao Hyper 10SC 1/10 SCT Review & Test!

By popular demand, this is the Hobao Hyper 10SC ARTR 1/10 Short Course Truck. It joins our huge round-up, which is nearly complete!

Some might say it isn't fair to Hobao to include it in this round-up, because after all, this is a 6-year old model! But then, some may not have given the Hobao Hyper 10SC a drive and may not realise just how nice this thing is.

So, what to do? Let's get it onto the dirt and see what we think in 2024! Let's test!

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[malky]

Bought 2 used older versions of these years ago. They had jammin jay alloy upgrades and spares galore. I drove the wheels off them every day for years. Sold one to a mate and it's still going strong. Very tough, well built truck from a company that's been around for some time now.

[scaleworksRC]

Oh, I'm glad to see more about this brand. I recently learned of their level of quality in the speed run world, and it's next level compared to a Limitless. This is really smart with the ARTR in my opinion for 3 reasons. You can build the truck how you want, it's a lower price with no electronics, and nobody can cry about how it's 'too slow' or the 'servo stinks' because you choose what goes in it. 👍

[Gerar]

That Hobao looks very good. I'm glad to see the short course comparison again, I recently got a second-hand Proline Pro-Fusion Sc 4x4 and it reminds me of the Hobao Hyper 10SC in terms of a light and well-made car.

[gazzap]

I am impressed by Hobao. I bought an SSE buggy, put a max 8 system in it and it drives beautifully. I was very impressed by the quality of the car, it is far beyond the RTR trucks we have from Arrma (no criticism of the Arrma Big Rock we have, its still good fun). My young son and I are looking at carpet racing and outdoor grass track racing, both are local to us. For the outdoor grass track I think a short course like this could be a good choice, I also have a spare MAX 10 system so it would not be crazy expensive. Looking at how it drives I think this will likely be a better choice than an RTR from the usual suspects. Good video, really like your clearly very honest opinion.

[YoShImUrA]

One of my favorite reviews so far, Craig! Love the left field brands that are actually low-key quality products. I think both Hobao an PR Racing don't get the credibility they deserve.

Seems like a very well thought out SC. Details like the rounded off side bumpers and body "roll hoop" are very nice and aren't "compulsory", should you decide to go all "lightweight" with it.

I'd love you to have a look at the Hobao SC ARTR 1/8 one as well... =D

Yet another entry on the most awaited video of yours [since your hardbody/scalers one], the SC/Desert/Trophy truck comparison extravaganza! haha! Be well, my friend!

[Hungrybird]

Nice paint work 👍👍. Two of these left . They ll be fine tomorrow . Hobao makes quality RC s

[gillian]

Just a heads up mate, the gearing is mod 1. Luv Hobao's, so much under the radar. I have 5 or 6 different Hoabao models, I have the 1/10 Hyper TT truggy which is the same platform as this 10SC. Just a shorter wheelbase chassis to the 10SC, Hobao have just released this week a brand new version of the Hyper TT 1/10 truggy platform. This is a ground up redesigned version, hopefully they will include a new version 10SC on this new platform going forward.

[ace_rc]

I've got a brushless ftx zorro sct it's amazing value and parts are unbelievably cheap would highly recommend it to anyone looking into getting a sct, another awesome video mate 👍

[MechanicallyFun]

Great shortcourse truck and durable, have abused with 4S and the only thing that need to be fix is replacing front bumper screw in the centre that attached the bumper to alloy shock tower from M3 to M4. All the hit from the front bumper pull the screw out. The best ShortCourse in my collection. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼

[roblowrie]

This is a really nice truck, both in looks and performance.

I've got a couple of FTX Zorros that my son and I run, and I've been looking for a step up from the cheaper trucks, that the Zorro certainly is. The smiles per £ from them is undoubtedly great, but I'm after something a bit better quality, so I'm definitely going to have a look at this. 👍🏻

[michaelpalmer]

Another enjoyable video. I've got to say, I know it's an expensive build, but my Tekno SCT410 2.0 has got to be my favorite truck to drive.

[Andy_Yates]

I have a 20 year-old Ofna nitro buggy and I think Ofna now goes by Hobao if you have any memory of the Ofna brand. You were getting some good racer rolls out there. I'll gladly take a roll to the wheels over a corner marshal 7 days a week. :)

[christianrambissoon]

JX is my go-to budget servo. I have them in my Merv, Frog, Tornado, TC4, WLToys etc....

[dangerpossum]

Great review. First I’ve seen of the 10th scale Hobao SC. My most recent RC purchase was the Hobao Hyper TT which was been pretty good, I think my next will be the 8th scale Hobao short course.

[pocketfuloducks]

Glad it’s good to drive, it sure does look nice!

[alfoard]

Sounds like the Hobao is the Mazda MX5 of the SCT's. Light and nimble, not the fastest in the paddock but rewarding and fun to drive

[alantaylor]

Btw, the dogbones will wear before the cups, but it'll take you a while to do it.!
I've had hundreds of packs through mine over the past 3 years or so.!!!
I've recently given it a much deserved freshen up with new bearings, hubs, pillow balls etc but it's still 100% original running gear.
I run a 3660/3900kv motor with a Hobbywing WPSC8, 120 amp, 4S ESC usually only on 3S in mine, I also drive mostly on tarmac & I use it often & HARD.!! 👍 👍
It'll take 5 foot jumps onto tarmac all day long... You should see the underside of the chassis on mine.!
I've almost ground the heads off the countersunk screws.!! 😁😁
The body is also extremely durable with only a couple of small cracks in it, I've crashed the thing a lot, sometimes bouncing off things like curbs & trees at quite high speed.!!
The body will actually dent before it will crack.!!

[michaeldorich]

This is another excellent review. It looks like a great SCT. I've been tempted before, but I never pulled the trigger. Hobao is one of the companies that needs more P.R. in the U.S. They make a lot of interesting cars and trucks. They are known 1/8 scale cars. I was unaware that they make a crawler until I saw it on their site. But, from what I've seen it's been around for many years and is a good trail truck and not a great crawler.

[NiteRyder]

Miss mine...Novak Ballistic motor and a Tekin esc

[peteroosterhoff]

Very decent car. Personally would choose this one over many other ..