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Our Verdict
If you only buy one short-course truck, make it this one. 60 mph, 4WD, and the biggest aftermarket in RC means you'll never be stuck waiting on parts. Stock tires are the weak link but that's an easy fix.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +60 mph top speed with the VXL brushless system
- +4WD handles dirt, gravel, mud, grass, whatever you throw at it
- +Aftermarket is absolutely massive
- +Platform has been refined for years and it shows
Cons
- -Battery and charger sold separately, which adds to the total cost
- -Stock tires shred fast on pavement
- -Heavier than 2WD options at 5.95 lbs
- -Ground clearance sits a bit low for a short-course truck
Performance Profile
Traxxas Slash 4X4 VXL
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Best For
The do-everything short-course truck. If you want one basher and tons of upgrade options, start here.
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Overview
The Traxxas Slash 4X4 VXL is a 1/10-scale 4WD brushless short course priced at $399.95 MSRP. It has a manufacturer-claimed top speed of 60 mph. It weighs 5.95 lbs and measures 22.36" long. The electronics are waterproof-rated. Battery: 5000mAh 3S.
Full Specifications
Performance
Top Speed60 mph
Drivetrain4WD
Motor TypeBrushless
Dimensions
Length22.36 in
Width11.65 in
Height7.56 in
Wheelbase13.27 in
Ground Clearance1.37 in
Chassis
Weight5.95 lbs
Battery5000mAh 3S
Features
WaterproofYes
How It Compares
Head-to-head comparisons with similar short courses.
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