Do you have a passion for RC cars and trucks? If so, then this is the article for you. We are going to review some of the best models that are currently available on the market today. Keep in mind, these are not toys – they were designed with adults in mind and we will be reviewing different aspects of each vehicle’s performance as well as its price tag. Let’s get started!
ARRMA Outcast 8S BLX Stunt Truck
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Specs:
- Length: 28.11 in (714mm)
- Height: 12 in (305mm)
- Width: 23.46 in (596mm)
- Wheelbase: 16.92 in (430mm)
- Weight: 24lbs (11kg)
- Ball Bearings: Full set
- Motor Size: 4985
- Motor Type: Non-sensored brushless
- Speed Control: Spektrum Smart 160A Firma
- Scale: 1/5
Priced at $899.99, the ARRMA Outcast 8S Stunt Truck is available for pre-order with shipments planned for mid-July (2020).
Traxxas XMaxx 8s
Specs:
- Length: 30.67 inches (779mm)
- Front Track: 22.26 inches (540mm)
- Rear Track: 20.66 inches (525mm)
- Ground Clearance: 4 inches (102mm)
- Weight: 19.1lbs (8.66kg)
- Height (ride): 13.79 inches (350mm)
- Wheelbase: 18.92 inches (480mm)
- Shock Length: 7.4 inches (187mm)
- Tires (pre-glued): 8.0×4.0 inches (203mm)
- Wheels: 4.3×5.7 inches (110x145mm)
- Wheel Hex Size: 24mm splined hex
- Speed Control: Velineon VXL-8s
- Motor (electric): Velineon 1200XL
- Transmission: Single-Speed
- Overall Drive Ratio: 8.11 (stock, out-of-box)
- Differential Type: Sealed, Hardened Steel Bevel, Limited Slip
- Gear Pitch: 1.0-Pitch
- 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: 50+ MPH with two 4s LiPo batteries and optional pinion gear
- Skill Level: 6
- Battery Tray: 197mm x 51.5mm x 44mm
- Required Batteries: 4 “AA” (transmitter)
