The best all-round crawler for Australian conditions. Steel C-channel chassis, multi-link solid axles, locked diffs, 2.5-inch ground clearance, and a 12.3-inch wheelbase give it the stability to span gaps on granite and the articulation to keep all four wheels gripping over uneven rock. It handles the SCX10’s legendary parts ecosystem and upgrade path — you can build it into exactly the trail rig you want over time.

Best terrain: Granite boulders, sandstone, creek beds, rocky bush tracks. Who it suits: Beginners wanting a long-term crawler, experienced builders, trail club drivers.

The SCX24 is tiny but legitimately capable. Worm-drive locked axles, a 2S LiPo, and enough ground clearance to handle household-scale obstacles, garden rock gardens, and indoor courses. The best entry-level crawler in Australia because it costs little, teaches the fundamentals of crawling, and upgrades well. Ideal for apartments, small yards, and buyers who want to test the hobby before investing more.

Best terrain: Indoor obstacles, garden rocks, backyard ledges, camping trips. Who it suits: Complete beginners, kids 8+, unit dwellers, budget shoppers.

The Capra sits between micro and 1/10 scale. Portal axles give it extra ground clearance at the axle ends without oversized tyres, making it surprisingly capable on tight technical rock sections where a bigger truck can’t place wheels as precisely. A great option for hobbyists who want serious crawling ability in a smaller, more manageable package.

Best terrain: Technical rock sections, sandstone shelves, compact outdoor courses. Who it suits: Intermediate drivers who want technical precision in a smaller rig.

Losi’s take on the entry-level crawler. More capable outdoors than the SCX24 and better suited to actual backyard terrain — garden boulders, brick ledges, gravel piles, dry creek sections. Still compact and easy to own. Good for beginners who want a slightly more substantial crawler than the micro SCX24 but aren’t ready to commit to a full 1/10 rig.

Best terrain: Garden rocks, gravel, outdoor obstacle courses. Who it suits: Beginners stepping up from micro crawlers, casual outdoor drivers.

Not a technical crawler — the LMT is a solid-axle monster truck built for scale realism, backflips, and maximum presence. It delivers crawling-style control in a massive monster truck package. For drivers who want the biggest, most dramatic rig in their fleet. Not recommended as a first crawler — but if you’ve already mastered the basics and want something truly imposing, this is it.

Best terrain: Open areas, club events, stunt driving, large yard sessions. Who it suits: Experienced drivers, monster truck fans, scale enthusiasts.

• Red dirt (inland & outback tracks): choose sealed bearings and dust-resistant electronics. The SCX10 III handles loose red dirt well with the right soft-compound tyres. Bearings will need more frequent cleaning.
• Granite boulders (SE Australia — Snowy, Blue Mountains, Grampians): the SCX10 III’s longer wheelbase and 4-link suspension let it span gaps and place wheels precisely on angular rock faces where smaller rigs roll.
• Dry creek beds (QLD, NSW, VIC): loose river stones shift under load. Predictable throttle and locked diffs give you control to pick clean lines. The SCX10 III and Capra both excel here.
• Sandstone (Sydney basin, Adelaide Hills): soft-compound tyres and a low centre of gravity help. The Capra UTB18’s portal axles are particularly useful on technical sandstone ledges.
• Backyard gardens: the SCX24 is ideal. Rock gardens, brickwork, garden borders — turn everyday Aussie backyards into a proper course.

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