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Our Verdict
Is the Sledge worth the premium? If you bash hard enough to need a 1/8 truggy, absolutely. Traxxas's first real 1/8 scale entry has a modular aluminum chassis, clipless body mounts (which is about time), and 6S power. It's a strong debut that hangs with the established competition.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +1/8 scale with 6S brushless. This thing hauls
- +Clipless body mount system is a huge quality-of-life upgrade
- +Aluminum modular chassis is stiff and holds up
- +Suspension travel handles big jumps well
- +Sealed electronics for any weather
- +Traxxas ecosystem backing
- +Suspension geometry is well-sorted out of the box
Cons
- -Premium price tag without batteries included
- -6S LiPo packs are expensive
- -Heavy at 11.13 lbs
Performance Profile
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Traxxas fans who've been waiting for a real 1/8 scale option. Worth the wait.
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Overview
The Traxxas Sledge is a 1/8-scale 4WD brushless truggy priced at $799.95 MSRP. It has a manufacturer-claimed top speed of 60 mph. It weighs 11.13 lbs and measures 25.43" long. The electronics are waterproof-rated. Battery: 5000mAh 6S.
Full Specifications
Performance
Top Speed60 mph
Drivetrain4WD
Motor TypeBrushless
Dimensions
Length25.43 in
Width17.72 in
Height8.27 in
Wheelbase15.67 in
Ground Clearance2.68 in
Chassis
Weight11.13 lbs
Battery5000mAh 6S
Features
WaterproofYes
How It Compares
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