LaTrax 1/18 Desert Prerunner 4WD Electric RTR vs Traxxas Stampede 4X4 VXL Brushless RTR Monster Truck w/TSM & TQi

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When it comes to electric RC Trucks, you really can't go wrong with either the LaTrax 1/18 Desert Prerunner 4WD Electric RTR or the Traxxas Stampede 4x4 VXL Brushless RTR Monster Truck w/TSM & TQi. Both are great options that will provide you with hours of fun and plenty of power to take on any terrain. If you're looking for a more nimble option that can zip around the desert with ease, then the LaTrax is the way to go. It's smaller size also makes it a great choice for indoor use. On the Other hand, if you want a monsters truck that can take on just about anything, then go with the Traxxas Stampede. It's bigger size and brushless motor make it a Force to be reckoned with both on and off-road.

RC Trucks LaTrax 1/18 Desert Prerunner 4WD Electric RTR Traxxas Stampede 4X4 VXL Brushless RTR Monster Truck w/TSM & TQi
Summary
Rating
Review Rating Not Rated
Review Rating 96%
Rank
#5
#64
Front Track 6.73" (171mm) 13.39 Inches (340mm)
Height (overall) 4.61" (117mm) 9.21 Inches (234mm)
Length 12.16" (309mm) 19.69 Inches (500mm) / 15.63 Inches (397mm) without wheelie bar
Rear Track 6.73" (171mm) 13.39 Inches (340mm)
Weight 26.06oz (739g) 66.45oz (1.88kg)
Wheelbase 6.44" (164mm) 10.83 Inches (275mm)
Center Ground Clearance 2.90 Inches (74mm)
Shock Length Long (front), XXLong (rear)
Tires Talon 2.8"
Tire Diameter 4.80 Inches (122mm) (front and rear)
Wheels (front/rear) 2.8" Black-Chrome (All-Star)
Wheel Diameter 2.8 Inches (72mm) Outer
Speed Control Type VXL-3s Electronic Speed Control
Motor (electric) Velineon 3500 Brushless
Overall Drive Ratio 13.97 (stock, out-of-box)
Differential Type Hardened Steel Bevel, Sealed, Limited Slip
Gear Pitch 32
Chassis Structure/Material Molded Tub / Nylon Composite
Drive System Shaft-Driven, Direct Drive 4WD
Steering Dual-Bellcrank with Integrated Servo Saver
Radio System TQi 2.4GHz (2-channel)
Body ProGraphix, Traxxas Stampede
Top Speed 60+mph**
Skill Level 1
Battery Tray Dimensions* 142mm x 48.5mm x 23mm, 25mm
Details
Brand LaTrax Traxxas
Prices
MSRP $149.95 $399.95
Used Price $104.97 $279.97
Sale Price $134.96 $359.96

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 Stampede 4X4 VXL Brushless RTR Monster Truck w/TSM & TQi

The Traxxas Stampede 4x4 VXL is a ready-to-run monster truck that comes with a pre-installed brushless motor and ESC. It also includes a TQi radio system with transmitter, receiver, and servo. The TSM (Traxxas Stability Management) system gives you added confidence behind the wheel, whether you're carving through a turn, ripping through the whoops, or blasting over jumps.

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