Product Description
Traxxas XRT 8S Brushless Electric Race Truck, Black
RACE-INSPIRED ENGINEERING
EXTREME 8S POWER AND SPEED
X-TRUCK™ SIZE AND STRENGTH
The Traxxas XRT fuses race-inspired design and engineering with X-Maxx® power and strength. The result is an all-new platform with sharp reflexes and unprecedented stability that is capable of exploiting the upper range of extreme 8s power and speed.
Features
- VXL-8s™ Waterproof Electronic Speed Control
- Aggressive tuning for more power at any RPM
- 8s LiPo compatible
- Built-in cooling fan
- Real-time telemetry via Traxxas Link
- Machined heat sinks
- 10-gauge silicone wire
- Integrated protection circuits
- LED status lights
- Velineon® 1200XL Brushless Motor
- “Big Block” brushless motor
- 4-pole 1275 kV
- 5mm output shaft
- Oversize aluminum heatsink for improved cooling
- Dual cooling fans
- Up to 60+ mph with Two 4s LiPo Batteries and Included Optional Speed Gear
- Traxxas Stability Management® (TSM)
- Improves straight line acceleration and braking on low-traction surfaces
- Never dulls throttle or slows the truck
- Adjusts from off to 100% assistance from the transmitter
- TQi™ 2.4GHz High Output Radio System
- TQi™ 2-channel transmitter
- Automatically stores and loads settings for up to 30 Traxxas Link-enabled models
- Programmable multi-function knob
- Adjustable steering and throttle percentage (dual rates)
- Adjustable steering and throttle sensitivity (exponential)
- Adjustable steering and throttle end points
- High 13ms frame rate and near-zero latency for responsive control
- 5-channel micro receiver (#6533) with fail-safe security
- Patented waterproof receiver box with easy-access plug
- X-Maxx® Spec 8s Drivetrain
- Full-time shaft-driven 4-wheel drive
- Heavy-duty steel CV driveshafts & axles
- Splined aluminum center driveshaft
- Fully machined aluminum stub axles
- Transmission
- Mod-1 steel pinion and spur gears
- Fixed gear mesh system
- Torque-Biasing Center Drive
- X-Maxx Spec 8s Differentials
- Heavy-duty sealed 4-gear design
- Large scale steel ring and pinion gears
- Splined outdrives attached with external thru-bolt method
- Reinforced bulkhead and covers increase bearing support
- Rock-Solid Motor Mounting System
- Precise preset gear mesh adjustments
- 4 keyed pins lock the motor in place
- Motor retention separate from gear mesh
- GTX Race Shocks
- Machined aluminum threaded body
- Extra-large bore and capacity
- 5.2mm damper shaft
- Lower seal cartridge includes integrated wiper seal combination
- Height-adjustable spring retainer
- Heavy-duty composite shock caps with pivot balls
- Lower spring perches bolted on
- WideMaxx® Suspension
- Extra-wide suspension arms
- Made from heavy-duty cold-weather composite
- Performance-optimized geometry
- Double-shear connections
- High-strength steel suspension pins with retainers
- 4mm machined pivot balls
- Fixed high-strength camber and toe links
- Heavy-duty steering blocks and axle carriers
- Oversized wheel bearings
- Extra-wide suspension arms
- Low-CG Chassis Design
- Modular chassis with interlocking bulkheads
- Low center of gravity for improved handling
- Flat bottom design
- Heavy-duty interlocking skid plates
- High-strength buttressing on shock towers
- Dual snap-lock battery compartments
- Protects batteries from side impacts
- Allows secondary battery-clip security
- Interlocking components for tight tolerances
- Wire management for clean appearance
- Patent-Pending Clipless Body
- Snaps in place in just seconds
- Secure body latches are easy to use
- Rigid internal frame
- Dual cold-air intakes
- Molded body reinforcements for tear-through protection
- Protective top skids
- Rugged high-downforce rear wing
- Heavy-Duty Bumpers
- Reinforced front bumper and rear wing support
- Absorb impact forces while retaining shape
- Nerf bars for side impact resistance
- Heavy-duty wheelie bar with carry handle
- Wheels and Tires
- 7.4" Gravix™ race tires
- Low sidewall for sharp turn-in response
- Thick center carcass resists ballooning at high speed
- Lower rotational mass for faster acceleration
- 4.0" matte black XRT race wheels
- High-strength glue and bead design
- Huge 24mm splined wheel hubs
- Steering
- Powerful 365 oz-in steering servo
- Heavy-duty cam-style servo saver
- Dirt evacuation channels
- Fully waterproof
- Sealed Ball Bearings
- Hex hardware with Rust-Resistant Black Oxide Coating
Specs
Truck Specs
Length (including wing): 31.41 inches (798mm)
Front Track: 23.43 inches (595mm)
Rear Track: 23.43 inches (595mm)
Ground Clearance: 1.93 inches (49mm)
Weight: 19.70 pounds (8.94kgs) - without body
21.03 pounds (9.54kgs) - with body
23.87 pounds (10.83kgs) - with body & two 4s 6700mAh LiPos
Height: 10.15 inches (258mm) - ride height
12.12 inches (308mm) - full droop
Wheelbase: 18.9 inches (480mm)
Shock Length (front): 6.79 inches (173mm)
Shock Length (rear): 6.79 inches (173mm)
Tires (Pre-Glued): 7.4 x 4.0 inches (188mm x 102mm)
Wheels: 4.3 x 5.7 inches (110mm x 147mm)
Speed Control: Velineon® VXL-8s
Motor (electric): Velineon® 1200XL Brushless with heat sink and dual fan shrouds
Overall Drive Ratio: 20.6:1 (20/50 motor pinion and spur gear)
Differential Type: Sealed, hardened steel bevel, limited slip
Gear Pitch (Spur and Pinion): Module 1.0
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: 365oz. Speed: 0.17 sec/ 60 degrees(6.0V)
Top Speed: 60+ MPH with two 4s LiPo batteries and included optional gearing
Skill Level: 5
Battery Tray: 186mm x 51mm x 44mm
Motor and ESC Specs
Motor
Type: 1275 kv Sensorless Brushless
Weight: 665g (23.44oz)
Length: 4.32 inches (110mm)
Diameter: 1.88 inches (48mm)
Connector Type: Traxxas 6.5mm Bullet Connectors
ESC
Input Voltage: 8s LiPo (Max 33.6 Volts)
Case Size: 2.23in (58mm) / 2.83in (72mm) / 1.81in (46mm)
Weight: 215.5g (7.60oz)
BEC Voltage: 6.0 V
BEC Current Continuous: 10 A
BEC Current Peak: 20 A
Motor Connectors: Traxxas 6.5mm Bullet Connectors
Battery Connectors: Traxxas High-Current Connectors
Power Wire: 10-gauge Maxx Cable
Ports: RX Input, Auxiliary Fan, Traxxas Accessory Port
Includes
(1) XRT, Ready-To-Race® model with Traxxas Big Block™ brushless motor
(1) VXL-8s waterproof electronic speed control with integrated telemetry
(1) Quick Start Guide
(1) TQi™ 2.4GHz radio system
High quality maintenance tools
Optional speed gears
What You’ll Need:
LiPo Batteries - Traxxas recommends dual 4-Cell, 6700 mAh Power Cell LiPo batteries (part #2890X) or the Dual 4s Completer Pack (Part #2997).
LiPo Balance Charger with iD™ - Traxxas EZ-Peak® Live 4s-capable charger is recommended for easy and fast charging performance (model #2971).
AA Alkaline Batteries - Four AA alkaline batteries for the transmitter.
