Traxxas X-Maxx 8S 4WD RTR Monster Truck Combo w/4S 6700mAh & Dual Charger vs Traxxas T-Maxx 2.5 4WD Nitro RTR Monster Truck w/TQ 2.4GHz

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The Traxxas X-Maxx 8S 4WD RTR Monster Truck Combo w/4S 6700mAh & Dual Charger is a much more powerful and advanced truck than the Traxxas T-Maxx 2.5 4WD Nitro RTR Monster Truck w/TQ 2.4GHz. The X-Maxx has an extra two wheels for increased stability and traction, a more powerful motor, longer battery life, and comes with a dual charger for faster charging times. Overall, the X-Maxx is the better truck of the two.

RC Trucks Traxxas T-Maxx 2.5 4WD Nitro RTR Monster Truck w/TQ 2.4GHz Traxxas X-Maxx 8S 4WD RTR Monster Truck Combo w/4S 6700mAh & Dual Charger
Summary
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Rank
#83
#19
Features TQ-3 2.4GHz radio system Powered by Traxxas TRX 2.5 Racing Engine Blazing new body graphics Strengthened front and rear bulkheads Strengthened differential housings Strengthened engine mount New receiver box with blue-anodized aluminum crimp nut Pre-glued 3.8" Maxx Chevron tires mounted on mirror-chrome Split-Spoke wheels Improved adjustable body-mounts Upper shock mounts allow for 3 mounting positions Throttle/brake servo, shifting servo and high-torque steering servo delivers 80 in/oz of torque EZ-Start push-button electric starting Automatic two-speed shifting in both forward and reverse 4WD system with hardened steel ring and pinions; planetary gear differentials; slipper clutch 8 adjustable oil-filled Ultra Shocks Over 3 1/2 inches of suspension travel Four-wheel disc braking Precision ball bearings (28 total) 3mm heavy-duty blue-anodized chassis 3-channel 2.4GHz radio system Heavy-duty 3.5mm precision turnbuckles Fully assembled and Ready-To-Race Includes full-color manual and DVD Fully painted, trimmed and decaled ProGraphix body Fuel mixtures are pre-set Precision 2.4GHz Control Radio System
Includes One T-Maxx 2.5 RTR truck with pre-installed 3-channel 2.4GHz radio, and a TRX 2.5 racing engine, EZ-Start electric starting system, EZ-Start battery and 12V DC charger, fuel bottle, extra glow plug and tool set.
Specifications Length
Front Track 16.5" (417mm) 21.26 inches (540mm)
Rear Track 16.5" (417mm) 21.26 inches (540mm)
Height 10.375" (264mm)
Center Ground Clearance 4" (101mm)
Wheelbase 12" (305mm) 18.92 inches (480mm)
Tires (Front and Rear) 5.75" x 3.5" (146 x 89mm)
Wheels (Front and Rear) 3.2" (81mm)
Engine TRX 2.5(R) Racing Engine with Easy Starter
Transmission Auto-Shifting 2-Speed Forward/2-Speed Reverse Single-Speed
Differential Hardened steel bevel gear
Drive System Shaft driven 4WD Shaft-driven 4WD
Chassis Type 3mm 6061-T6 aluminum
Approximate Speed 20mph 1st Gear, 40+mph 2nd Gear
Requires AA Batteries for radio
Length 29.84 inches (758mm)
Ground Clearance 4 inches (102mm)
Weight 19.1lbs (8.66kg)
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
Differential Type Sealed, hardened steel bevel, limited slip
Gear Pitch 1.0-Pitch
Chassis Structure/Material Composite Nylon Tub
Brake Type Electronic
Steering Bellcrank
Radio System TQi 2.4GHz Transmitter with TSM receiver
Servo Torque
Top Speed 50+MPH with two 4S LiPos, 35+ MPH with two 3s LiPos
Skill Level 6
Battery Tray 197mm x 51.5mm x 44mm Included X-Maxx, Ready-To-Race model with Traxxas Big Block brushless motor
Details
Brand Traxxas Traxxas
Prices
MSRP $379.95 $1,419.90
Used Price $265.97 $993.93
Sale Price $341.96 $1,277.91

RC Trucks Descriptions

Traxxas T-Maxx 2.5 4WD Nitro RTR Monster Truck w/TQ 2.4GHz

The Traxxas T-Maxx 2.5 4WD Nitro RTR Monster Truck w/TQ 2.4GHz is a ready-to-run truck that comes with everything you need to get started. It includes a 2.4GHz radio system, a nitro-powered engine, and four-wheel drive. The T-Maxx 2.5 is a larger version of the original T-Maxx truck and features an updated chassis and body design. The truck is capable of reaching speeds of up to 30mph and can tackle any terrain thanks to its powerful engine and four-wheel drive system.

Traxxas X-Maxx 8S 4WD RTR Monster Truck Combo w/4S 6700mAh & Dual Charger

The Traxxas X-Maxx 8S 4WD RTR Monster Truck Combo is the ultimate ready-to-run RC truck. It's equipped with a powerful Traxxas brushless motor and can reach speeds of up to 50+ mph. The X-Maxx also comes with a 4S 6700mAh Lipo battery and dual charger, so you can keep the action going all day long. This truck is big, bad, and built for fun. Get ready to experience RC like never before with the Traxxas X-Maxx.

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