Traxxas XRT VXL Ultimate

⚙️ Key Specifications

• Scale: 1/6 X-Truck platform
• Power system: Velineon VXL-8s brushless system
• Motor: ~1275 KV class brushless motor
• Battery: 8S LiPo (2 × 4S packs required)
• Top speed: ~95–100 km/h (gear-dependent)
• Drivetrain: 4WD shaft-driven
• Weight: ~9.8–11 kg (with batteries)
• Ground clearance: ~49 mm
• Wheelbase: 480 mm

🧱 What makes the “Ultimate” version special

Compared to the standard XRT, the Ultimate edition comes factory-upgraded:

🔩 Aluminum upgrades (factory installed)

• Steering blocks
• C-hubs
• Hub carriers
• Differential housings
• Motor mount + chassis reinforcements

🛞 Performance upgrades

• Belted Gravix tires (less ballooning at high speed)
• High-torque metal gear servo (~650 oz-in class)
• Reinforced drivetrain parts
• Aluminum suspension components

📡 Electronics & control

• TQi 2.4 GHz radio with Traxxas Link
• Stability control (TSM)
• Full telemetry support

🏁 Performance (real-world feel)

• 🚀 Extremely fast (8S power is violent, not beginner-friendly)
• 🪨 Very stable at high speed thanks to low-CG chassis
• 🧗 Handles rough terrain, jumps, and bashing very well
• 🔥 Built for “send it” driving, not slow crawling

A common real-world note from reviews:

• Stock gearing often gives ~40–45 mph
• Higher speeds require optional pinion gearing upgrades

👍 Strengths

• Extremely durable RTR platform
• Huge amount of factory aluminum upgrades
• One of the most stable high-speed RC trucks
• Excellent out-of-the-box “bash ready” setup

⚠️ Weak points

• 💰 Expensive (premium RTR price tier)
• 🔋 Needs 2 high-quality 4S batteries (cost adds up)
• ⚙️ Heavy → wear on tires and drivetrain over time
• 🛠️ Repairs still costly due to size and power

🎯 Who it is for

✅ Perfect for:

• RC bashers who want maximum speed + durability
• Experienced drivers (8S power is serious)
• Off-road and open-field driving
• “Buy once, cry once” premium users

❌ Not ideal for:

• Beginners
• Small gardens / tight spaces
• Budget hobby setups