WHERE TO DRIVE 2026-11-04
Skate park & pavement: choose the right RC type
RCCritic is research-led: we use maker data and published sources. We have not done hands-on tests yet.
For permitted, empty paved areas, start with a truck and controlled throttle. The shortlist uses current RTR truck listings with published dimensions and maker water wording.
What works here, and what should you avoid?
Do not share a ramp with skaters or pedestrians. Avoid large jumps until you understand the landing area and the maker’s operating limits.
Check dimensions, the maker manual and permission for the location before your first run. A shortlist cannot establish that a particular site is safe or legal.
Which models span the published budgets?
Current RTR/RTF listing, matching type, scale 1/10, 1/8, published length and maker water wording. Sort by USD maker list price, then choose the lowest, middle and highest record. Equal prices sort by model ID. This is a repeatable shortlist, not a performance ranking. Battery and charger costs are extra where shown.
Which other exact models meet the rule?
| Model / exact code | Scale | Type | Drive | Motor | Maker list price / USD | Battery | Charger |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kraton 6S BLX V6Arrma / ARA8608V6T3 | 1/8 | Monster truck | 4WD | Brushless | $699.99 | No — separate purchase | No — separate purchase |
| Granite 223S BLXArrma / ARA4302V4T3 | 1/10 | Monster truck | 4WD | Brushless | $339.99 | No — separate purchase | No — separate purchase |
| Big Rock 223S BLXArrma / ARA4312V4T3 | 1/10 | Monster truck | 4WD | Brushless | $369.99 | No — separate purchase | No — separate purchase |
| GORGON NiMH bundleArrma / ARA3230S | 1/10 | Monster truck | 2WD | Brushed | not published | Yes | Yes |
| Stampede 4X4 BrushlessTraxxas / 67454-4 | 1/10 | Monster truck | 4WD | Brushless | $399.95 | No — separate purchase | No — separate purchase |
| Rustler 2WD BrushlessTraxxas / 37454-4 | 1/10 | Stadium truck | 2WD | Brushless | $299.95 | No — separate purchase | No — separate purchase |
| Sledge BeltedTraxxas / 95096-4 | 1/8 | Monster truck | 4WD | Brushless | $729.95 | No — separate purchase | No — separate purchase |
Which sources support this page?
Use the exact model code when checking a maker page. The read date is a record of our research, not a promise that a listing stays unchanged.
- Kraton maker documentation
- Granite maker documentation
- Big Rock maker documentation
- Arrma GORGON NiMH bundle maker specifications Exact package ARA3230S. Maker list price is the USD list-price record for this variant, read 2026-11-04. RTR/RTF means assembled; check the separate-purchase list.
- gorgon-nimh official instruction manual Age recommendation: not for children under 14; this is not a toy. Adult charging supervision.
- Traxxas Stampede 4X4 Brushless maker specifications Product page opened successfully on 2026-11-04. The storefront says “As low as” for the unbundled model; verify color and bundle price before ordering. Older BL-2s packages are different.
- Traxxas Rustler 2WD Brushless maker specifications Product page opened successfully on 2026-11-04. The storefront says “As low as” for the unbundled model; verify color and bundle price before ordering. Older BL-2s packages are different.
- Traxxas Sledge Belted maker specifications Product page opened successfully on 2026-11-04. The storefront says “As low as” for the unbundled model; verify color and bundle price before ordering. Older BL-2s packages are different.