LaTrax 1/18 Desert Prerunner 4WD Electric RTR vs Traxxas Maxx 4S RTR Brushless 4x4 RC Monster Truck with WideMAXX LiPo Combo Package

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The LaTrax 1/18 Desert Prerunner 4WD Electric RTR is a great choice for those looking for a smaller, more compact RC car. The Traxxas Maxx 4S RTR Brushless 4x4 RC Monster Truck is a great choice for those looking for a more powerful and faster RC car.

RC Trucks LaTrax 1/18 Desert Prerunner 4WD Electric RTR Traxxas Maxx 4S RTR Brushless 4x4 RC Monster Truck with WideMAXX LiPo Combo Package
Summary
Rating
Review Rating Not Rated
Review Rating 100%
Rank
#5
#13
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)
RSTORE LIPO COMBO PACKAGE INCLUDES
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 $779.90
Used Price $104.97 $545.93
Sale Price $134.96 $701.91

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 LiPo Combo Package

The Traxxas Maxx 4S RTR is a brushless 4x4 RC monster truck that comes with a WideMAXX LiPo combo package. The truck is equipped with a powerful brushless motor that provides plenty of torque and speed. The Maxx 4S also features an all-wheel drive system that helps to keep the truck stable and traction. The truck comes with a 2.4 GHz radio system, which allows you to control the truck from up to 300 feet away. The Maxx 4S also comes with a LiPo battery pack that provides plenty of power for the truck. The package also includes a charger, so you can charge the battery pack when it is not in use.

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