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Our Verdict
Arrma's 1/8 monster truck for people who bash hard and break stuff. 6S power, 60 mph, and an EXB upgrade path for when you inevitably push it past its limits. Feels planted and hits hard.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +6S brushless gets you to 60 mph without fuss
- +EXB-compatible, so you can beef it up over time
- +4WD drivetrain takes aggressive driving well
- +2.17 inches of ground clearance
- +Parts sharing with the Outcast and Notorious
Cons
- -6S LiPo batteries aren't cheap
- -Heavy at 10.69 lbs, which means a lot of momentum into crashes
- -Driveshafts can strip if you really abuse it
- -No battery included at this price point
- -Stock servo could be better
Performance Profile
Arrma Kraton 6S BLX
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Best For
You bash hard, you break things, and you want a truck that can be rebuilt tougher each time.
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Overview
The Arrma Kraton 6S BLX is a 1/8-scale 4WD brushless monster truck priced at $699.99 MSRP. It has a manufacturer-claimed top speed of 60 mph. It weighs 10.69 lbs and measures 21.85" long. The electronics are waterproof-rated. Battery: 5000mAh 6S.
Full Specifications
Performance
Top Speed60 mph
Drivetrain4WD
Motor TypeBrushless
Dimensions
Length21.85 in
Width16.73 in
Height8.74 in
Wheelbase13.15 in
Ground Clearance2.17 in
Chassis
Weight10.69 lbs
Battery5000mAh 6S
Features
WaterproofYes
How It Compares
Head-to-head comparisons with similar monster trucks.
Arrma Kraton 6S BLX vs Traxxas Maxx V21/10 · 60 mph · 4WD
Arrma Kraton 6S BLX vs Traxxas Hoss 4X4 VXL1/10 · 60 mph · 4WD
Arrma Kraton 6S BLX vs Arrma Outcast 6S BLX1/8 · 60 mph · 4WD
Arrma Kraton 6S BLX vs Losi LMT Grave Digger1/8 · 40 mph · 4WD
Arrma Kraton 6S BLX vs Traxxas XRT 8S1/6 · 60 mph · 4WD
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