LaTrax 1/18 Desert Prerunner 4WD Electric RTR vs Traxxas Maxx 4S RTR Brushless 4x4 RC Monster Truck with WideMAXX
Put rc trucks head to head to compare size, weight, and more.
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Featured Deal
$149.95
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Featured Deal
$569.95
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Comparisons
The LaTrax 1/18 Desert Prerunner 4WD Electric RTR comes with a pre-painted and decaled body, 4-wheel drive, and oil-filled shocks. It is ready to run right out of the box. The Traxxas Maxx 4S RTR Brushless 4x4 RC Monster Truck with WideMAXX also comes with a pre-painted and decaled body, but it has 6-wheel drive and coilover shocks. It is not ready to run out of the box and requires some assembly.
| RC Trucks | LaTrax 1/18 Desert Prerunner 4WD Electric RTR | Traxxas Maxx 4S RTR Brushless 4x4 RC Monster Truck with WideMAXX |
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| Front Track | 6.73" (171mm) | 15.95 inches (405mm) |
| Height (overall) | 4.61" (117mm) | |
| Length | 12.16" (309mm) | 22.50 inches (572mm) |
| Rear Track | 6.73" (171mm) | 15.95 inches (405mm) |
| Weight | 26.06oz (739g) | 10.40 lbs (4.7kg) |
| Wheelbase | 6.44" (164mm) | 13.85 inches (352mm) |
| Ground Clearance (lowest skid) | 1.90 inches (49mm) | |
| Ground Clearance (center skid) | 2.6 inches (67mm) | |
| Height (ride) | 9.12 inches (232mm) | |
| Shock Length | 4.90 inches (124mm) | |
| Tire Diameter | 5.64 inches (143mm) | |
| Wheels Diameter | 2.8 / 3.6 inches (70 / 92mm) | |
| Speed Control | Velineon VXL-4s | |
| Motor (electric) | 540XL (2400 kV) | |
| Transmission | Single-Speed | |
| Overall Drive Ratio | 12.37 (23/50 motor pinion and spur gear) | |
| Differential Type | Sealed, hardened steel bevel, limited slip | |
| Gear Pitch | Module 1.0 | |
| Chassis Structure/Material | Composite Modular Tub | |
| Brake Type | Electronic | |
| Drive System | Shaft-driven 4WD | |
| Steering | Double-shear bellcrank | |
| Wheels & Tires | 2.8” wheels, pre-glued Sledgehammer Tires & foam inserts; 5.6x2.8–3.6 | |
| Radio System | 2-Channel, TQi 2.4GHz Transmitter with TSM receiver | |
| Servo | Torque | |
| Top Speed | 60+ MPH with 4S LiPo battery and optional gearing (sold separately) | |
| Skill Level | 4 | |
| Battery Tray | 186mm L x 48mm W x 43mm H | |
| Required Batteries | 4 “AA” (transmitter) REQUIRES | |
| Details | ||
| Brand | LaTrax | Traxxas |
| Prices | ||
| MSRP | $149.95 | $569.95 |
| Used Price | $104.97 | $398.97 |
| Sale Price | $134.96 | $512.96 |
RC Trucks Descriptions
LaTrax 1/18 Desert Prerunner 4WD Electric RTR
This ready-to-run LaTrax Desert Prerunner comes equipped with everything needed to start having fun with RC, right out of the box! That includes a 2.4GHz radio system for interference-free control, plus a waterproof electronic speed controller. You also get a powerful motor and a set of durable all-terrain tires. And thanks to the advanced 4-wheel drive system, the Desert Prerunner is ready to take on any terrain imaginable.
Traxxas Maxx 4S RTR Brushless 4x4 RC Monster Truck with WideMAXX
suspension The Traxxas Maxx 4S RTR Brushless 4x4 RC Monster Truck with WideMAXX suspension is a ready to run radio controlled truck that is packed with features. The Maxx 4S comes equipped with a powerful brushless motor and ESC combo that can handle up to 4S LiPo batteries. The WideMAXX suspension system provides increased stability and ground clearance. The truck also features an aluminum chassis, waterproof electronics, and all-terrain tires.
