Overview
The Axial 1/10 SCX10 III Jeep CJ-7 4X4 RTR Rock Crawler represents the ultimate ready to run RC car experience for enthusiasts of authentic off-road vehicles. This officially licensed masterpiece brings the legendary Jeep CJ-7 — the most iconic rock crawler of all time — to life in 1/10 scale form, built upon the proven and trusted Axial SCX10 III chassis platform. Whether you're a seasoned RC crawling competitor or a Jeep enthusiast discovering the world of RC for the first time, this brushed electric rock crawler delivers the scale authenticity, build quality and trail-ready capability that makes it an essential addition to any collection of quality RC vehicles available in the UK today.
After World War II ended, the hard-working Willys-Overland military Jeep re-emerged as a popular commercial utility vehicle, designated CJ for civilian Jeep. The CJ-7 model, introduced in 1976, became an instant favourite for rock crawling and continued in production until being replaced by the Jeep Wrangler in 1987. It remains the most iconic rock crawler of all time. More than any other vehicle, the Jeep CJ-7 symbolises off-road adventure, and now it's ready for RC expeditions in an officially licensed scale version. This ready to run brushed RC crawler captures everything you admire about the full-size Jeep, both in looks and performance, making it a dream come true for RC enthusiasts and Jeep lovers alike.
The V2 version takes everything fans loved about the original SCX10 III Jeep CJ-7 and improves upon it with upgraded electronics for better performance and easier customisation. Axial listened to customer feedback and engineered enhanced components throughout the drivetrain and control systems. This particular variant features the authentic Copper Brown finish with chrome grille and period-correct LAREDO badging that pays tribute to the iconic trim level of the late 1970s and early 1980s — a tribute to one of the most beloved Jeep configurations ever produced.
Key Features
- Officially Licensed Jeep CJ-7 Body — Made of durable polycarbonate and factory-finished, the authentically detailed CJ-7 scale body comes richly decorated with officially licensed Gen-Right bumpers and body armour, a full injection-moulded roll cage, and a complete interior including an opening centre console. You can open the doors or remove them entirely for authentic display and handling, with the T2 variant featuring the iconic Copper Brown finish with chrome grille and LAREDO badging that captures the spirit of the late 70s and early 80s.
- Officially Licensed Gen-Right Bumpers and Body Armour — These authentic protection systems add genuine scale detail whilst protecting your model during aggressive trail sessions, giving you the confidence to tackle obstacles without worrying about cosmetic damage.
- Officially Licensed Raceline Daytona Beadlock Wheels — The beadlock wheel design with authentic styling provides both authentic appearance and practical functionality, ensuring your tyres stay secure during extreme rock crawling manoeuvres and challenging terrain.
- Officially Licensed Mickey Thompson Baja Boss R30 Compound Tyres — These high-traction tyres offer excellent grip in diverse terrain conditions, from rocky surfaces to loose gravel, ensuring secure footing wherever you crawl and maximising control on the trail.
- DIG Function (Dig Servo Included and Installed) — With the transmission's DIG function, you can instantly switch to front-wheel drive by locking the rear axle directly from your transmitter, improving turning radius and control during technical crawling sequences. This innovative feature is included fully installed and ready to use immediately out of the box.
- Strong SCX10 III Steel C-Channel Chassis — The adjustable steel C-channel chassis provides a rigid foundation with proven durability, engineered to withstand the demands of technical rock crawling whilst remaining light enough for optimal performance and agility on the trail.
- AR45 Standard Straight Axles — These robust axles provide reliable power delivery and consistent traction, representing industry-standard engineering that ensures your crawler maintains composure over uneven terrain and challenging obstacles.
- Multi-Link Solid Axle Suspension — This sophisticated suspension design with 6mm stainless steel links and all-metal pivot balls delivers superior articulation and flexibility over obstacles, whilst maintaining structural integrity and durability during aggressive rock crawling sessions.
- Oil-Filled Coil-Over Shocks with Aluminium Adjustable Bodies — The oil-filled shocks feature single coil-over springs and aluminium threaded bodies, providing smooth suspension travel and tuneable performance for achieving your ideal setup. You can adjust these shocks to suit your driving style and preferred terrain characteristics.
- All-Metal Gears with Full Ball Bearings — The complete transmission includes all-metal internal gears and a full set of ball bearings, delivering the strength and reliability you need on the trails whilst providing smooth, precise power delivery to all wheels.
- Spektrum SLT3 3-Channel Dual-Protocol 2.4GHz Transmitter — This smart transmitter maintains compatibility with DSMR receivers and supports advanced protocols, allowing you to upgrade to premium Spektrum transmitters without replacing your receiver. The green power button identifies this special variant, which features adjustable end points on the third channel for optimised DIG function control.
- Spektrum S683 Waterproof Steel Gear Servo with 25T Spline — This all-metal servo features stronger steel gears compared to traditional brass alternatives and includes an industry-standard 25T spline for broader compatibility with aftermarket upgrades and customisation parts.
- Spektrum SX108 Micro Analog Metal Gear Surface Servo for DIG Function — This dedicated servo controls the DIG function, pre-installed and ready to operate, eliminating the need for additional modifications or setup.
- Spektrum 40A Waterproof Brushed ESC — This reliable electronic speed controller handles the brushed motor system effectively, providing smooth acceleration, precise throttle control and water resistance for wet terrain conditions.
- Spektrum SR515 DSMR 5-Channel Receiver — This modern receiver platform offers dual-protocol compatibility and five channels of control, providing the flexibility to upgrade your transmitter system whilst maintaining seamless compatibility with your existing receiver.
- Axial Slickrock 35T 540-Size Motor (Installed) — This factory-installed brushed motor provides reliable torque and smooth power delivery appropriate for rock crawling applications, with the 35T winding offering the performance characteristics ideal for technical trail work.
- Factory Assembled Ready-To-Run Configuration — Complete assembly at the factory means your rock crawler arrives fully finished and ready to run. All electronics are pre-installed and tested, so you simply add your choice of 2-3S LiPo battery and charger, then head straight to the trails.
- 14T Pinion and 52T Spur Gear — This gear combination provides the optimal balance between torque delivery and handling characteristics for rock crawling applications, engineered to maximize control on technical terrain.
Technical Performance
The Axial SCX10 III Jeep CJ-7 V2 delivers exceptional technical performance through a carefully engineered combination of proven components and upgraded electronics. Powered by the Axial Slickrock 35T 540-size brushed motor, this ready to run 4WD crawler achieves a final drive ratio of 40.49:1 in low gear and 27.7:1 in high gear, providing exceptional torque multiplication for conquering steep terrain and technical obstacles. The internal gear ratio reaches 14.16:1 in low gear and 9.7:1 in high gear, working in concert with the 32-pitch gear train to deliver smooth, predictable power delivery across varied terrain. The locked differential ensures maximum traction by keeping both wheels on each axle turning at identical speeds, whilst the full ball bearing construction throughout the drivetrain ensures smooth operation with minimal friction losses. Built around a strong adjustable steel C-channel chassis measuring 480mm in length, 235mm in width and 248mm in height, the complete model weighs just 3.12kg, providing excellent power-to-weight characteristics. The multi-link solid axle suspension with 6mm stainless steel links and all-metal pivot balls delivers impressive articulation over obstacles whilst maintaining structural rigidity. The oil-filled aluminium coil-over shocks with single springs provide adjustable performance tuning to suit different driving styles and terrain preferences. This brushed electric rock crawler accepts 2-3S LiPo batteries with EC3 or IC3 connectors, offering flexibility in power selection. The Spektrum 40A waterproof brushed ESC manages power delivery smoothly, whilst the fully waterproof electronics package provides durability in damp conditions. The 12mm wheel hex size accommodates 1.0-inch width wheels fitted with officially licensed Raceline Daytona beadlock rims and Mickey Thompson Baja Boss R30 compound tyres, delivering excellent grip characteristics. The 12.3-inch wheelbase provides an optimal balance between agility and stability for technical rock crawling. Every component from the official Jeep CJ-7 body made of durable polycarbonate to the officially licensed Gen-Right bumpers, body armour and chrome grille has been designed and tested for authentic scale performance and durability on demanding UK trails and terrain.
What's in the Box
- Axial SCX10 III Jeep CJ-7 V2 1/10 Scale 4WD RTR complete assembled model
- Axial Slickrock 35T Electric Motor (factory installed)
- Spektrum S683 Waterproof Steel Gear Servo, 25T spline (factory installed)
- Spektrum SX108 Micro Analog Metal Gear Surface Servo for DIG function (factory installed)
- Spektrum 40A Waterproof Brushed ESC (factory installed)
- Spektrum SR515 DSMR 5-Channel Receiver (factory installed)
- Spektrum SLT3 3-Channel SLT dual-protocol 2.4GHz Transmitter
- Four AA Alkaline Transmitter Batteries (pre-installed in transmitter)
- Product Manual with detailed setup and operation instructions
What You Need to Complete
- 2-3S LiPo Battery with EC3 or IC3 connector — required to power the model
- Compatible Battery Charger — necessary for charging your chosen LiPo battery
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Axial SCX10 III Jeep CJ-7 V2 suitable for beginners to RC rock crawling? — Yes, this ready to run brushed RC crawler is excellent for beginners. The factory-assembled configuration means no building required, simply add a battery and charger then head to the trails. The proven SCX10 III platform is renowned for reliability and ease of use. However, this model is classified as Skill Level 2, indicating that whilst setup and operation are straightforward, understanding basic RC maintenance, battery care and terrain selection benefits greatly from some prior RC experience or guidance from experienced hobbyists.
- What battery does the SCX10 III Jeep CJ-7 need and how long does it run? — This ready to run rock crawler accepts 2-3S LiPo batteries with EC3 or IC3 connectors. A 2S configuration offers lighter weight and lower cost, whilst 3S provides increased performance and power. The actual runtime varies depending on your battery capacity (measured in mAh) and driving style, with typical sessions lasting 20-45 minutes depending on terrain difficulty and throttle usage. The sources provided do not include specific runtime figures, so we recommend consulting the product manual or contacting Axial support for detailed runtime estimates based on your specific battery choice.
- What makes the V2 version different from the original SCX10 III Jeep CJ-7? — The V2 features upgraded electronics for better performance and easier customisation. Specifically, Axial separated the ESC and receiver into distinct units rather than combining them, making future electronic upgrades more straightforward. The servo was upgraded to a stronger steel-gear design with an industry-standard 25T spline for broader aftermarket compatibility. The dual-protocol Spektrum SR515 receiver provides enhanced flexibility to upgrade your transmitter system without receiver replacement. Additionally, the aesthetics have been enhanced with the authentic Copper Brown LAREDO tribute finish, chrome grille and period-correct badging that capture the spirit of the late 1970s and early 1980s Jeep CJ-7.
- Does this rock crawler have waterproof electronics? — The Spektrum S683 servo and Spektrum 40A ESC are both waterproof, providing water resistance for damp terrain and light water crossings. The electronics package is described as water resistant rather than fully waterproof, meaning it can handle wet conditions but should not be submerged or used in deep water. Proper maintenance and drying after wet terrain use is recommended for optimal longevity.
- What is the DIG function and why would I use it? — DIG stands for digitally integrated control and allows you to lock the rear axle from your transmitter, effectively switching the vehicle to front-wheel drive. This feature dramatically improves turning radius and provides tighter cornering on technical terrain, making it invaluable for navigating narrow rock crawling courses and confined trail conditions. The servo for DIG function comes pre-installed and the transmitter includes adjustable end points specifically for optimising DIG control.
- Can I upgrade components on this ready to run model? — Yes, the SCX10 III platform is highly customisable. The V2 features a separate ESC and receiver (rather than combined units) specifically to facilitate easier upgrades. The servo utilises an industry-standard 25T spline for broad compatibility with aftermarket servos. The dual-protocol SR515 receiver allows you to upgrade to advanced Spektrum transmitters without replacement. The chassis accepts optional parts and replacement components available through the Axial Parts network.
- What is the wheelbase and overall size of this 1/10 scale crawler? — The wheelbase measures 12.3 inches (312mm), with overall dimensions of 18.9 inches in length (480mm), 9.25 inches in width (235mm) and 9.75 inches in height (248mm). The complete model weighs 6.9 pounds (3.12kg), making it manageable for transport whilst maintaining substantial rigidity and durability for serious rock crawling.
- What terrain is this rock crawler designed for? — The SCX10 III Jeep CJ-7 is engineered specifically for technical rock crawling on challenging terrain including rocky surfaces, boulder fields, loose gravel, uneven ground and scale-appropriate obstacles. The multi-link solid axle suspension with stainless steel links, oil-filled coil-over shocks, all-metal construction, and high-traction Mickey Thompson Baja Boss tyres provide the performance and durability needed for demanding UK trails and terrain.
- Is this model fully licensed and authentic? — Yes, this is an officially licensed Jeep CJ-7 model featuring authentic factory-finished body, officially licensed Gen-Right bumpers and body armour, officially licensed Raceline Daytona beadlock wheels and officially licensed Mickey Thompson Baja Boss tyres. The T2 variant specifically pays authentic homage to the iconic LAREDO trim level with accurate Copper Brown finish, chrome grille and period-correct badging.
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