Traxxas X-Maxx 8S 4WD RTR Monster Truck Combo w/4S 6700mAh & Dual Charger vs Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer 4WD Brushless RTR RC Truck w/LED Lights Factory-Installed

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The Traxxas X-Maxx 8S 4WD RTR Monster Truck Combo w/4S 6700mAh & Dual Charger is a powerful and fast RC truck that is ready to run right out of the box. It comes with a 4S 6700mAh battery and dual charger for extended run times and faster charging. The Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer 4WD Brushless RTR RC Truck w/LED Lights Factory-Installed also comes ready to run with LED lights factory-installed. However, it is not as powerful as the X-Maxx and only has a single charger.

RC Trucks Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer 4WD Brushless RTR RC Truck w/LED Lights Factory-Installed Traxxas X-Maxx 8S 4WD RTR Monster Truck Combo w/4S 6700mAh & Dual Charger
Summary
Rating
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Rank
#41
#19
Length 27.32 inches (694mm) 29.84 inches (758mm)
Front Track 13.57 inches (345mm) 21.26 inches (540mm)
Rear Track 13.57 inches (345mm) 21.26 inches (540mm)
Ground Clearance 2.27 inches (58mm) 4 inches (102mm)
Weight 13.4lb (6.1kg) 19.1lbs (8.66kg)
Height 10.29 inches (261mm)
Wheelbase 16.53 inches (420mm) 18.92 inches (480mm)
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 8.0x4.0 inches (203mm)
Wheels dual diameter 40mm x 56/81mm 4.3x5.7 inches (110x145mm)
Speed Control Velineon VXL-6s Velineon VXL-8s
Motor (electric) 2200kV Velineon 1200
Transmission Direct-drive with Torque-Biasing Center Drive Single-Speed
Overall Drive Ratio 17.89
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 Electronic
Drive System Shaft driven 4WD Shaft-driven 4WD
Steering Dual bellcranks with ball bearings Bellcrank
Radio System TQi 2-channel transmitter with 6533 TSM receiver TQi 2.4GHz Transmitter with TSM receiver
Servo 2075X Metal Gear Torque
Top Speed (stock gearing) 4s LiPo - 30+ mph, 6s LiPo - 50+ mph
Skill Level 5 6
Battery Compartment 181mm x 46mm x 56mm
Height (ride) 13.79 inches (350mm)
Shock Length 7.4 inches (187mm)
Differential Type Sealed, hardened steel bevel, limited slip
Gear Pitch 1.0-Pitch
Chassis Structure/Material Composite Nylon Tub
Top Speed 50+MPH with two 4S LiPos, 35+ MPH with two 3s LiPos
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 $799.95 $1,419.90
Used Price $559.97 $993.93
Sale Price $719.96 $1,277.91

RC Trucks Descriptions

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.

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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