See it in Action: ARRMA Vorteks Boost 4x2 Mega RTR [Video]

By: Tim Gluth

ARRMA's latest lineup of Boost 4x2 Mega vehicles is aimed squarely at new R/C enthusiasts and those who are looking for a basher that can grow as their skills improve. One of the machines in this lineup of expandable R/C trucks is the ARRMA Vorteks Boost 4x2 Mega RTR.

With DNA from its brushless sibling, the Vorteks Boost 4x2 Mega serves up a two-wheel drive off-road machine that's ready to bash, blast, and entertain for hours on end. To get a feel for how this R/C stadium truck performs, check out the following action footage from the folks at Horizon Hobby:

ARRMA Vorteks 4x2 Boost Mega Specs:

  • Vehicle Dimensions:
  • Length: 18.5" (470 mm)
  • Width: 13.31" (338 mm)
  • Height: 6.42" (163 mm)
  • Wheelbase: 11.3" (287 mm)
  • Front Track: 13.31 in (338mm)
  • Rear Track: 13.31 in (338mm)
  • Differential: Metal Gear Diff
  • Max Battery Dimensions: 6.14 x 2.01 x 1.89 in (156 x 51 x 48 mm)
  • Shock Type: Oil-Filled, Coil-Over Springs
  • Gear Pitch: 48P
  • Product Weight: 5.65 lb (2.57 kg)
  • Tire Tread: dBoots® KATAR™
  • Vehicle Type: Stadium Truck
  • Water-Resistant Electronics: Yes
  • Ball Bearings : Rubber shielded bearings throughout
  • Chassis: Molded Composite
  • Completion Level: Ready-To-Run (RTR)
  • Drivetrain: 2WD (expandable to 4WD)
  • Top Speed (in stock configuration): 30+ mph
  • Wheel Hex Size: 14mm
  • Motor Type/Size: Brushed/550
  • Final Drive Ratio: 17.29
  • Battery Connector Type: IC3
  • Internal Gear Ratio: 2.85
  • Spur Gear: 91T
  • Suspension: Independent
  • Wheel Width: 2.04 in (52 mm)
  • Pinion: 15T
  • Scale: 1/10

Priced at $199.99 for the base model or $239.99 with a battery and charger, the ARRMA Vortex's 4x2 Boost Mega RTR Stadium Truck will be available through ARRMA, Horizon Hobby, and their dealers. Visit horizonhobby.com to learn more about this 1/10-scale R/C stadium truck.

Image credit: ARRMA/Horizon Hobby

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