Traxxas Rustler VXL Brushless RTR RC Truck 70+MPH LiPo Combo vs Traxxas Slash 4x4 Brushed 1/10 Short Course RTR Truck w/Batt & Charger

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The Rustler VXL Brushless RTR RC Truck is a high-performance RC truck that can reach speeds of over 70 MPH. It comes with a LiPo battery and charger for extended run times. The Slash 4x4 Brushed 1/10 Short Course RTR Truck is a lower-priced RC truck that has a top speed of around 30 MPH. It includes a battery and charger, but does not have the same high-performance features as the Rustler VXL.

RC Trucks Traxxas Rustler VXL Brushless RTR RC Truck 70+MPH LiPo Combo Traxxas Slash 4x4 Brushed 1/10 Short Course RTR Truck w/Batt & Charger
Summary
Rating
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Rank
#48
#56
Length 17.5" (445mm) ­ 22.36 Inches (568mm)
Front Track 12.25" (311mm) ­ 11.65 Inches (296mm)
Rear Track 12.25" (311mm) ­ 11.65 Inches (296mm)
Weight 59.6oz (1.69 kg) ­ 5.86lbs (2.66kg)
Height (overall) 7" (178mm) ­ 7.60 Inches (193mm)
Wheelbase 11.375" (289mm) ­ 12.75 Inches (324mm)
Battery Tray Dimensions 166mm x 47.5mm x 28mm
Center Ground Clearance ­ 2.83 Inches (72mm)
Shock Length ­ Long (front), XXLong (rear)
Tires ­ Traxxas 2.2" Pre-Glued with Foam Inserts
Tire Diameter ­ 4.31 Inches (109.5mm) (front and rear)
Wheels (front/rear) ­ 2.2" Split-Spoke, Green or Orange Beadlock
Wheel Diameter ­ 2.2 Inches (56mm) Outer
Speed Control Type ­ XL-5 Electronic Speed Control
Motor (electric) ­ Titan 12T 500 (12-turn)
Overall Drive Ratio ­ 19.23 (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 ­ TQ 2.4GHz (2-channel)
Body ­ ProGraphix, Traxxas Slash
Skill Level ­ 1
*Battery Tray Dimensions ­ 165mm x 49.5mm x 23mm, 25mm
Included Charger ­ Traxxas 4-amp DC Peak Detecting Fast Charger
Included Batteries ­ Traxxas 7-cell NiMH battery with iDTM
Details
Brand Traxxas Traxxas
Prices
MSRP $450.90 $299.95
Used Price $315.63 $209.97
Sale Price $405.81 $269.96

RC Trucks Descriptions

Traxxas Rustler VXL Brushless RTR RC Truck 70+MPH LiPo Combo

If you want to experience extreme monster truck fun, then you need the Traxxas Rustler VXL Brushless RTR RC Truck. This truck is built for speed and can reach speeds of up to 70+ miles per hour. It comes with a powerful brushless motor and a 3s LiPo battery combo that gives you plenty of power to rip up any terrain. Plus, the truck includes an aluminum chassis, oil-filled shocks, and all-terrain tires that can handle anything you throw at it.

Traxxas Slash 4x4 Brushed 1/10 Short Course RTR Truck w/Batt & Charger

If you want to experience the cutting edge of RC truck performance, the Slash 4x4 is the truck for you. The Slash 4x4 combines the best elements of the Slash 2WD and Stampede 4x4 to create a whole new level of fun. With a low center of gravity, a narrow width, and a wheelbase of just 11.2", the Slash 4x4 handles like no Other. And, of course, it comes with the high-performance Traxxas Velineon brushless power system and the TQi 2.4GHz radio system.

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