Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer 4WD Brushless RTR RC Truck w/LED Lights Factory-Installed vs Traxxas Slash 4x4 Brushed 1/10 Short Course RTR Truck w/Batt & Charger

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The Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer 4WD Brushless RTR RC Truck w/LED Lights Factory-Installed is a more expensive and higher quality RC truck than the Traxxas Slash 4x4 Brushed 1/10 Short Course RTR Truck w/Batt & Charger. The Desert Racer has better features, including LED lights, brushless motors, and a more realistic design. It's also faster and more durable than the Slash. If you're looking for a top-of-the-line RC truck, the Desert Racer is the better choice.

RC Trucks Traxxas Slash 4x4 Brushed 1/10 Short Course RTR Truck w/Batt & Charger Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer 4WD Brushless RTR RC Truck w/LED Lights Factory-Installed
Summary
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Rank
#56
#41
Length ­ 22.36 Inches (568mm) 27.32 inches (694mm)
Front Track ­ 11.65 Inches (296mm) 13.57 inches (345mm)
Rear Track ­ 11.65 Inches (296mm) 13.57 inches (345mm)
Center Ground Clearance ­ 2.83 Inches (72mm)
Weight ­ 5.86lbs (2.66kg) 13.4lb (6.1kg)
Height (overall) ­ 7.60 Inches (193mm)
Wheelbase ­ 12.75 Inches (324mm) 16.53 inches (420mm)
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) 2200kV
Overall Drive Ratio ­ 19.23 (stock, out-of-box) 17.89
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 Shaft driven 4WD
Steering ­ Dual-Bellcrank with Integrated Servo Saver Dual bellcranks with ball bearings
Radio System ­ TQ 2.4GHz (2-channel) TQi 2-channel transmitter with 6533 TSM receiver
Body ­ ProGraphix, Traxxas Slash
Skill Level ­ 1 5
*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
Ground Clearance 2.27 inches (58mm)
Height 10.29 inches (261mm)
Front Shock Length 5.28 inches (134mm)
Front Threaded Shock Length 5.28 inches (134mm)
Rear Shock Length 6.3 inches (160mm)
Rear Threaded Shock Length 5.55 inches (139mm)
Tires (pre-glued) 134mm x 57mm BFGoodrich KR3 replicas
Wheels dual diameter 40mm x 56/81mm
Speed Control Velineon VXL-6s
Transmission Direct-drive with Torque-Biasing Center Drive
Front Differential Type Sealed, 4-gear
Rear Differential Type Locked spool
Center Differential Type Sealed, 4-gear (1M weight oil)
Chassis Structure / Material Inverted composite tub
Brake Type Electronic
Servo 2075X Metal Gear
Top Speed (stock gearing) 4s LiPo - 30+ mph, 6s LiPo - 50+ mph
Battery Compartment 181mm x 46mm x 56mm
Details
Brand Traxxas Traxxas
Prices
MSRP $299.95 $799.95
Used Price $209.97 $559.97
Sale Price $269.96 $719.96

RC Trucks Descriptions

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.

Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer 4WD Brushless RTR RC Truck w/LED Lights Factory-Installed

This is the Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer 4WD Brushless RTR RC Truck with LED Lights Factory-Installed. Ready to race right out of the box, the Unlimited Desert Racer comes fully assembled with a TQi 2.4GHz radio system, Velineon brushless power system, and painted and decaled body. Just add batteries and fuel! When the sun goes down, the LED lights built into the roll cage come to life for continued off-road action.

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