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The Traxxas X-Maxx 8S 4WD RC Monster Truck is a much larger truck than the Traxxas Slash 4x4 Ultimate Short Course Truck. The X-Maxx has a longer wheelbase, wider track, and taller stance. It is also equipped with eight 2.8" diameter tires instead of the Slash's four 2.2" tires. The X-Maxx comes with two batteries, while the Slash only comes with one. The X-Maxx can reach speeds of up to 50mph on 8S power, while the Slash is limited to 60mph on 3S power.
RC Trucks | Traxxas Slash 4x4 Ultimate Short Course Truck & 60MPH 3S LiPo Combo | Traxxas X-Maxx 8S 4WD RC Monster Truck |
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Length | 22.36 Inches (568mm) | 29.84 inches (758mm) |
Front Track | 11.65 Inches (296mm) | 21.26 inches (540mm) |
Rear Track | 11.65 Inches (296mm) | 21.26 inches (540mm) |
Center Ground Clearance | 1.85 Inches (47mm) | |
Weight | 80.4oz (2.28kg) | 19.1lbs (8.66kg) |
Height (overall) | 7.60 Inches (193mm) | |
Wheelbase | 12.75 Inches (324mm) | 18.92 inches (480mm) |
Differential Type | Hardened Steel Bevel, Sealed, Limited Slip | Sealed, hardened steel bevel, limited slip |
Top Speed | 60+mph* | 50+MPH with two 4S LiPos, 35+ MPH with two 3s LiPos |
Battery Tray Dimensions | ** 165mm x 49.5mm x 23mm, 25mm | |
Ground Clearance | 4 inches (102mm) | |
Height (ride) | 13.79 inches (350mm) | |
Shock Length | 7.4 inches (187mm) | |
Tires (pre-glued) | 8.0x4.0 inches (203mm) | |
Wheels | 4.3x5.7 inches (110x145mm) | |
Speed Control | Velineon VXL-8s | |
Motor (electric) | Velineon 1200 | |
Transmission | Single-Speed | |
Gear Pitch | 1.0-Pitch | |
Chassis Structure/Material | Composite Nylon Tub | |
Brake Type | Electronic | |
Drive System | Shaft-driven 4WD | |
Steering | Bellcrank | |
Radio System | TQi 2.4GHz Transmitter with TSM receiver | |
Servo | Torque | |
Skill Level | 6 | |
Battery Tray | 197mm x 51.5mm x 44mm | |
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Brand | Traxxas | Traxxas |
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MSRP | $664.90 | $999.95 |
Used Price | $465.43 | $699.97 |
Sale Price | $598.41 | $899.96 |
This is the Traxxas Slash 4x4 Ultimate Short Course Truck & 60MPH 3S LiPo Combo. The Ultimate Slash 4x4 combines maximum 4x4 fun and serious race-bred performance. It's ready for everything from exhilarating backyard bashes to full-throttle RC car action on your favorite short course. There's no Other 4x4 like it! The heart of the Ultimate Slash 4x4 is its big brushless motor and speed control system. With 6.5T of brutal brushless power on tap, the Ultimate rips through the straightaways and hits a top speed of 60+mph! When the straightaways end, the Ultimate's four-wheel independent suspension soaks up the
The Traxxas X-Maxx 8S 4WD RC Monster Truck brings all the latest and greatest technology to the table in one impressive ready-to-run (RTR) package. It all starts with the new Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) which gives you all the benefits of a gyroscope without the added weight, complexity, and hassle. TSM inertial measurement units (IMUs) enable the X-Maxx to automaticallylevel itself at high speed, making it easy to stay in control even when things get wild. The X-Maxx also features an all-new self-righting system that quickly flips the truck back over if it ever gets upside down. With 30+ volts of extreme