R/C Buyer's Guide: LaTrax
By: Tim Gluth
LaTrax is a brand name with a rich history in the world of R/C. Introduced by Jim Jenkins, the father of Traxxas owner Mike Jenkins, in the mid-1970’s, the LaTrax name has made a comeback after years of dormancy.
After it was reintroduced in 2013, LaTrax has focused on bringing lower-cost, smaller-scale radio-controlled models to the marketplace. From cars, trucks, and quadcopters, there’s a surprising array of durable, budget-friendly radio-controlled machines in this lineup.
The LaTrax Lineup of Radio-Controlled Cars, Trucks and Quadcopters
What You’ll Find on All Traxxas Models
- 2.4GHz radio systems
- Waterproof/water-resistant electronics
On-Road/Off-Road Cars & Trucks
LaTrax Rally (1/18 Scale, Electric)
- Rally - $119.95
- Brushed electric motor
- 4-wheel drive
LaTrax Teton (1/18 Scale, Electric)
- Teton Monster Truck - $139.95
- Brushed electric motor
- 4-wheel drive
LaTrax SST (1/18 Scale, Electric) - Discontinued
- SST Stadium Truck - $139.95
- Brushed electric motor
- 4-wheel drive
LaTrax Desert Prerunner 4x4 (1/18-scale, Electric)
- Desert Prerunner 4x4 - $139.95
- Brushed electric motor
- 4-wheel drive
Quadcopters and Multirotor Aircraft
LaTrax Alias (Electric)
- Alias High Performance Quad-rotor Heli - $109.95
- Ready-to-fly
- Brushed electric motor
Image credit: LaTrax
