Crazepony Rush Tank 5.8GHz 48CH 0/25/200/500/800mW Switchable VTX Review (2026)

Who this VTX is for

This video transmitter suits analog FPV pilots who want one unit that covers both group racing, where low power avoids interfering with other pilots, and long range or freestyle flying, where higher power helps punch through obstacles. The 48 channel coverage spans common race bands, making it easier to coordinate frequencies at a group flying session. Builders assembling a full-size 5 inch analog quad rather than a micro or toothpick build are the primary audience, since the unit mounts to a standard bracket pattern rather than a micro stack footprint. Pilots who only fly indoors at very low power, or who need a digital HD system, should look elsewhere.

Power levels and pit mode

According to the manufacturer and retailer listings, the VTX offers switchable output of 0 (pit), 25, 200, 500, and 800 milliwatts on 5.8GHz across 48 channels. Pit mode lets a pilot power on and bind their quad, or taxi it around the pits, without transmitting a signal that could interfere with pilots currently flying, which is considered good etiquette at group events and is required at many organized races. The 800mW setting is intended for long range or flying in dense terrain with more obstacles between the pilot and aircraft, while lower settings suit closer proximity racing where excess power can cause video interference between nearby pilots.

Build quality and features

The unit uses an MMCX antenna connector with an included adapter to SMA, and mounts using a standard bracket hole spacing common to many analog VTX designs. It includes TBS authorized SmartAudio support, letting compatible flight controllers change channel, band, and power level in flight through the OSD menu rather than a physical button on the VTX itself. A full metal casing is used for heat dissipation and to add some physical protection in a crash. Listed input voltage runs from roughly 7 to 25 volts DC, covering common 2S through 6S battery setups used in analog freestyle and racing builds.

Trade-offs and how it compares

Against the RUSHFPV Tank II Ultimate, which shares a similar switchable power range but in a slightly different 30x30mm mounting format with additional input voltage headroom, this Crazepony branded Rush Tank is a comparable analog option at a similar price point. Against lower power micro transmitters like the AKK FX2, which tops out at 200mW, this VTX offers considerably more reach at its top setting but is a larger, heavier unit better suited to bigger aircraft. Pilots building a compact micro quad should look at a smaller footprint VTX instead, since this model targets standard size freestyle and racing frames.

Bottom line

This switchable power VTX is a practical pick for analog pilots who want flexibility between quiet local flying and longer range sessions from one transmitter, without needing to swap hardware between events. The 800mW top setting benefits from good airflow around the unit and a mount that allows heat to dissipate, since sustained high power output runs hot and can shorten component life if trapped inside a tightly enclosed canopy. Before using higher power settings, pilots should check local rules on transmission power, since some regions restrict output above certain thresholds and group events often cap allowed wattage. For most analog freestyle and racing builds on 2S to 6S power, this is a solid, flexible choice that avoids owning separate low power and long range transmitters.

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