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

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The LaTrax Desert Prerunner is a great RC truck for beginners. It is very affordable and has a lot of features that make it a great RC truck for beginners. The Traxxas Maxx 4S RTR Brushless 4x4 RC Monster Truck is a great RC truck for experienced rc enthusiasts. It is much more expensive than the LaTrax but it has many features that make it a great RC truck for experienced rc enthusiasts.

RC Trucks LaTrax 1/18 Desert Prerunner 4WD Electric RTR RC Truck Traxxas Maxx 4S RTR Brushless 4x4 RC Monster Truck with WideMAXX LiPo Combo Package
Summary
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Rank
#29
#13
Length 12.16" (309mm) 22.50 inches (572mm)
Front Track 6.73" (171mm) 15.95 inches (405mm)
Rear Track 6.73" (171mm) 15.95 inches (405mm)
Weight (with battery) 26.06oz (739g)
Height (overall) 4.61" (117mm)
Wheelbase 6.44" (164mm) 13.85 inches (352mm)
Wheel Diameter 1.38" (35mm) (Outer)
Shock Length (front/rear) 2.36" (60mm)
Ground Clearance 0.59" (15mm)
Motor (electric) 370 Brushed 540XL (2400 kV)
Transmission 10T Pinion / 60T Spur Single-Speed
Gear Ratio (internal) 2.5
Overall Drive Ratio 15 12.37 (23/50 motor pinion and spur gear)
Differential Type Hardened Steel Bevel (Ring and Pinion) Sealed, hardened steel bevel, limited slip
Gear Pitch 0.5 Mod. Module 1.0
Drive System Shaft-driven 4WD Shaft-driven 4WD
Battery Tray Dimensions 102mm x 35mm x 18mm
Included Batteries 7.2V NiMH with Charger 4 "AA" (Transmitter) Videos Hide Videos Show Videos RC Fun for Under $130 | LaTrax Prerunner - Powered by Traxxas! Whether you're a beginner in RC or a seasoned pro, the LaTrax ...
RSTORE LIPO COMBO PACKAGE INCLUDES
Ground Clearance (lowest skid) 1.90 inches (49mm)
Ground Clearance (center skid) 2.6 inches (67mm)
Weight 10.40 lbs (4.7kg)
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
Chassis Structure/Material Composite Modular Tub
Brake Type Electronic
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 Traxxas 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 RC Truck

This is a Radio Controlled (RC) Desert Prerunner 4WD Electric truck. It is ready to run (RTR) out of the box with a pre-painted and decaled body. It includes a 2.4GHz Radio System, Waterproof Electronics, and a 7.2v NiMH Battery & Charger. This truck is great for off-road racing and bashing.

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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