More and more popular are quality radio-controlled models of cars. Serious and famous manufacturers are steadily entering our market to replace cheap and unpretentious “Chinese”. Now fans of racing toy cars can not be limited to the low speed, the constant glitches in the management and fragility of technology. Few people know, but today it is easy to buy almost exact copies of real cars which, despite their status as “toys”, develop a serious speed: from 60 to 160 km / h. And that’s in seconds!
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Of course, such radio-controlled cars are more expensive than anything else, the prices for the products of the American company Traxxas – the industry leader – can reach unbelievable heights. However, the price difference is justified, because the Traxxas car is not a toy at all, it is a real racing car, which is simply a little smaller than its real prototypes. And they are not controlled from the cockpit, but with a special remote control. In addition, Traxxas racing cars can be updated, repaired and improved as much as you want – parts can be easily found at very reasonable prices.
Today we will tell you about the most interesting machines: these are Traxxas radio-controlled models.
Traxxas Stampede VXL
Traxxas Stampede VXL is interesting, first of all, because at a medium price, it is an excellent four-wheel drive off-road vehicle that is suitable for all types of roads. Thanks to a good independent suspension with long stroke oil shock absorbers and high ground clearance, it can overcome any obstacle, up to high curbs and steps.
Dimensions Traxxas Stampede VXL:
- Length: 413 mm
- Width: 324 mm
- Height: 241 mm
The Traxxas Stampede VXL, like all RTR models, is ready to go as soon as you take it out of the box delivered from the Traxxas store. In its basic configuration this model accelerates to 65 km/h in a few seconds. With a few modifications it has enough power to reach as much as 100 km/h.
Traxxas 2. Traxxas X0-1.
This radio-controlled car is more expensive than the previous SUV. Also it is not as versatile cross-country, its main advantage is that it is the X0-1 is considered the fastest model in the world. In 5 seconds this racing monster accelerates to 165 km / h.
As the manufacturer warns, X0-1 is a model for people who already have some experience in driving such “toys”. However, judging by the numerous reviews on the Internet, with X0-1 can cope and beginners. It is very important to act carefully, because if the machine at full speed will crash into something solid, it will only leave memories. Therefore, do not fall and somersaults – it’s not the best way to affect the “health” of the car.
Dimensions Traxxas X0-1:
- Length: 686mm
- Width: 295mm
- Height: 127.5mm
Most importantly, what you should not forget when using any of the machines in this series: all of them are quite dangerous for people, because they weigh several kilograms and move at the speed of a real car and even faster.
Traxxas 3. traxxas e revo model
The traxxas 1 16 scale series includes several models, one of them is traxxas revo. The characteristics are not at all inferior to the real car, as the manufacturer itself states, here just reduced all elements except power.
Features of the model:
- The brushless electric motor;
- practice” mode at reduced speed and “Race” mode without reverse;
- with batteries installed, acceleration reaches 80 km per hour;
- increased dust and moisture protection;
- rugged polycarbonate housing;
- oil-filled shock absorbers;
- 2.4 GHz channel control.
The car for 4 seconds picks up speed up to 50 km / h, for a maximum acceleration to 80 requires additional battery – all the details of its installation are described in the instructions. For this model you can buy Traxxas optional remote control with docking station for iPhone.
Traxxas 4. TRX-4 Land Rover Defender
The Traxxas defender has a scale of 1:10, it is a powerful four-wheel drive car for off-road racing.
- 1.5 mm thick aluminum chassis;
- strong body made of metal and plastic;
- control range up to 300 meters;
- servo drive with metal gears, in contrast to the usual plastic ones;
- two-speed gearbox (downshift and upshift);
- aluminum shock absorbers with adjustable preload;
- continuous portal axle;
- separate gearbox with metal gears for each wheel;
- possibility of differential locking from the remote control.
The traxxas trx 4 land rover has a high protection against moisture of all elements – it allows you to use the machine in all conditions of the track, drive through mud, puddles, snow, rain without damage. The body is equipped with protective bars, traxxas 4×4 can overcome even such obstacles as small tree trunks. The most difficult terrains are easy to pass, thanks to the reinforced suspension, high ground clearance of 80 mm and the original tread pattern which provides excellent traction. The ability to lock the inter-axle differentials on the fly is implemented as in a real off-road vehicle.
All-wheel drive allows you to drive without damage even in the most unprepared off-road conditions. The spare wheel on the body is not just a way to approximate the appearance of the machine to the original, but a real detail for which there is also a miniature jack.
Traxxas 5. Traxxas X-Maxx Brushless Monster
The huge 1:5 scale model released in 2017 is aggressive ruthless power in its purest form. Engineers have incorporated modern, advanced electronics into the all-wheel-drive traxxas maxx, which is state-of-the-art to this day. Despite the brutality of the appearance, it is worth noting the simplicity of maintenance and ease of operation – this model will be understandable for a beginner, but also interesting for an experienced modeler.
Features and differences:
- motor with commutatorless motor;
- reinforced body made of composite nylon;
- acceleration more than 80 km/h;
- reinforced oil-filled shock absorbers;
- Special “Self-Righting” system in case of rollover;
- full waterproofing for all types of weather and seasons;
- electronic speed regulator;
It is important to note the modular chassis and smart mounting system, which provides easy access to the main elements of the construction. There is no need for special tools, maintenance is quick and easy.
This traxxas model is worth buying for tests on extreme off-roading – a tough and fast monster inspires fear and envy in rivals, and the owner and spectators pure delight.
The traxxas slash sports truck with a scale of 1:10 features specially designed for its class chassis Short-Course. This version when assembled by default can accelerate at 65 km / h, and if you install the optional parts, then up to 100 kilometers per hour! Separately worth buying 3S Li-PO batteries. Features: high level of protection from moisture and dust, rubber inserts on the bearings.
The length of the model is 56.8 cm, height 19.3 cm, width 29.6 mm. The weight of the machine is approximately 2.8 kg in the basic configuration.
Traxxas 6. TRAXXAS Summit
One of the most famous and popular machines traxxas summit is an excellent solution in terms of value for money. This powerful version with a scale of 1:10 rides in all weather and conditions – all strategic parts and electronics have increased water resistance, so snow, mud, rain and puddles are not afraid of fans of extreme racing.
Features of the model:
- the possibility of installing Li-PO, Ni-MH batteries;
- several program profiles;
- high torque;
- built-in “Fail Safe” function.
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Compatible with the new Traxxas Link module, which can be purchased separately if desired. Many users really like Traxxas Summit for the possibility of night races – the system of bright headlights from a dozen LEDs fully allows you to do this.
There is a power frame on the body, which not only increases the strength of the structure, but also adds realism. With quick access to battery compartments, easy maintenance, and the widest range of optional tuning among other models, the Summit can be improved beyond recognition.
The kit comes with an innovative battery charger that can be used to charge the batteries from 220 volts, making it easy to achieve maximum use time in a day.
Connection to Apple gadgets is available via Bluetooth, a module for this is sold separately.
The TRAXXAS Link software gives the owner such features as:
- Servo reversal;
- Endpoint indication;
- telemetry;
- Control of the model profile.
The transfer of motor power when overcoming obstacles is carried out with minimal losses. Remote locking from the remote control allows you to independently decide when it is required, unlike the automatic version.
Without modifications model can reach speed up to 50 km / h, using Li-PO batteries can be increased speed by 20% without additional modifications. The popularity of Summit is due to the fact that it was the first RTR possibility to lock the differential from the remote control.
For high-speed models it is recommended to buy a full protection type “T-bone”, especially it is necessary for beginners, because at high speed when hitting an obstacle the machine can suffer, but they are pretty heavy and at acceleration more than 20 km/h already find considerable kinetic energy. It is also worth remembering that a collision with a person is dangerous.
Like real cars, traxas cars are subject to modifications and changes – you can improve them, change, add. It is easy to find a variety of spare parts, in most cases even easier than for foreign cars. Soon a special series of backlighting is planned – you can install it on the wheel arches and other structural elements.
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