Big Squid RC Unboxes & Tests the Traxxas XRT [Video]

My friends at Big Squid RC got their hands on the Traxxas XRT and have put together some great overview and action footage of this machine. If you're a fan of large-scale R/C bashers that offer plenty of performance and fun, you'll want to take a look at the following videos.

Unboxing the Traxxas XRT

Back-yard Bashing the Traxxas XRT

Traxxas XRT 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
• Required Batteries: 4 “AA” (transmitter) and 4-cell LiPo battery (x2)

Priced at $999.95, the XRT will be available for purchase through Traxxas and its dealers. Visit traxxas.com to learn more about this massive R/C basher.

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