Looking for a Budget R/C Trail Truck? Check out the sub-$300 Element RC Enduro Trailrunner RTR

I'm always scouting for a good deal. The way I see it, the more money I can save on a new model, the more money I have left for potential upgrades. If you're a fellow deal-hunter searching for a deal on a new 1/10-scale trail truck or crawler, here's something that just popped up on my radar.
The Element RC Enduro Trailrunner 4x4 RTR, which made its debut in 2020 at $389.99, is now widely available at $275.00. Even though this model is closing in on being 5 years old, I think it's a great deal for a proven, detail-rich trail machine.
Available in white or "fire" orange, this ready-to-run (RTR) 1/10-scaler can be customized with several scale details, letting you make it your own right out of the box. Other unique features include independent front suspension (IFS) and 1.55" wheels, which give this rig a very scale visual feel.


Several online shops and brick-and-mortar hobby shops are selling the Enduro Trailrunner at its lowered $275.00 price, making it easy to add this rig to your R/C collection. Here are just a few spots you can check out:
- AMain Hobbies (Coupons available for additional discounts)
- HobbyTown
- RC Planet
- Tower Hobbies
With plenty of upgrade options available for the Enduro platform, I feel this is a solid trail truck option for any R/C enthusiast.
Image credit: AMain Hobbies