Redcat Racing's Newest 1/10-scale Monster Trucks: Blackout XTE and Blackout XTE PRO

By: Tim Gluth

Redcat Racing has added two more budget-friendly 1/10 scale models to their lineup with the Blackout XTE and Blackout XTE Pro.  If you have a need for some scale speed and a desire to rip up the road, these new machines might be perfect for you.

Both of these vehicles are shaft-driven, 4-wheel drive, 2.4GHz radios, and feature waterproof electronics.  The Pro version steps up the performance game with a brushless motor (vs brushed in the standard Blackout XTE), a beefier steering servo, and included LiPo battery.  Built for fun, both of these trucks are made to take a beating (within reason) and are ready for just about anything you can throw at them.

Blackout XTE Specifications

  • Motor Type - RC550 Brushed Electric
  • Transmission - Forward & Reverse
  • Drive System - 4 Wheel Drive
  • Length - 440mm
  • Width - 275mm
  • Height - 140mm Without Body
  • Wheelbase - 290mm
  • Ground Clearance - 40mm
  • Chassis Type - Plastic
  • Shocks - Oil Filled Adjustable
  • Speed Control - Waterproof Brushed ESC
  • Battery - 7.2v 3000mAh Battery & Charger Included
  • Radio System - 2.4GHz Radio System

 

 

Blackout XTE Pro Specifications

  • Motor Type - Electric Brushless KV3800
  • Transmission - Forward & Reverse
  • Drive System - 4 Wheel Drive
  • Length - 440mm
  • Width - 275mm
  • Height - 140mm Without Body
  • Wheelbase - 290mm
  • Ground Clearance - 40mm
  • Chassis Type - Plastic
  • Shocks - Oil Filled Adjustable
  • Speed Control - Waterproof Brushless ESC
  • Battery - 7.4v 3200mAh LIPO Battery & Charger Included
  • Radio System - 2.4GHz Radio System

 

 

The Blackout XTE is priced at $149.99 and the "Pro" is priced at $229.99.  Both reasonable prices that can fit just about any budget, especially when you look at what you're getting for the price.

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