Traxxas Bandit XL-5 Buggy RTR 1/10 2WD (RedX)

The Traxxas Bandit XL-5 Buggy is a ready-to-run 1/10 2WD extreme sports buggy that gets you on the track right away. It pairs a pre-painted ProGraphix body and rear wing with waterproof electronics and an included battery and charger so you can drive from the box.

Key Features

• ProGraphix painted body — pre-painted shell with applied decals, aggressive aerodynamic styling and a rear wing for a race-ready look.
• High-performance waterproof XL-5 speed control — sealed design that handles wet conditions and offers Sport (forward/brake/reverse), Race (forward/brake) and Training Mode (50% forward/brake/50% reverse) with Traxxas EZ-Set one-button setup.
• LiPo and NiMH compatibility — XL-5 includes two-stage low-voltage detection for safe use with NiMH or LiPo packs.
• Titan 550 motor — Titan 12T 550 modified motor with internal cooling fan, oversized armature for increased torque and low-maintenance operation.
• TQ 2.4 GHz 2-channel radio system — ergonomic transmitter with internal antenna plus the Traxxas 6519 3-channel micro receiver with fail-safe security.
• Sealed watertight receiver box — keeps the micro receiver protected from moisture and dirt.
• Battery and charger included — ships with a 3000 mAh Traxxas 7-cell 8.4 V NiMH battery with iD and a 4-amp 12 V DC peak-detecting fast charger.
• Tough fiber-composite monocoque chassis — wide, low-profile layout for stability with all electronics securely fastened to the chassis.
• Easy access battery compartment — accepts 7-cell flat and hump packs as well as 2-cell LiPo packs for flexible power options.
• Brushless-ready transmission — Magnum 272 metal-gear, brushless-ready gearbox with Torque-Control slipper clutch, planetary differential with steel ring gear and sealed gearbox protected by a beefed-up motor guard.
• External gear cover — simplifies clutch access for quick adjustments and maintenance.
• Heavy-duty telescoping driveshafts — U-joint driveshafts and sturdy yokes built for high-load operation.
• Steering — high-torque waterproof Traxxas 2056 steering servo combined with a precision bellcrank system to minimize bump steer.
• Suspension — solid camber links that remove the need for frequent adjustment and captured rod ends that stay secured under load.
• Springs and shocks — fully adjustable oil-filled Ultra Shocks with X-ring seals and white powder-coated springs for consistent damping and predictable rebound.
• Wheels and tires — pre-glued Alias tires mounted on 2.2" mirror-chrome 5-spoke Tracer wheels for immediate use out of the box.
• Traxxas parts support — backed by Traxxas support and wide parts availability for years of service and upgrades.

What's Included

• Traxxas Bandit XL-5 Buggy (assembled, painted body)
• TQ 2.4 GHz 2-channel transmitter
• Traxxas 6519 3-channel micro receiver (installed)
• XL-5 waterproof electronic speed control (installed)
• Titan 12T 550 modified motor (installed)
• 3000 mAh Traxxas 7-cell 8.4 V NiMH battery with iD
• 4-amp 12 V DC peak-detecting fast charger
• Traxxas 2056 steering servo (installed)
• Pre-glued Alias tires on 2.2" Tracer wheels

Why Choose This Product

The Traxxas Bandit XL-5 Buggy is ideal for beginners and hobbyists who want an out-of-the-box 1/10 2WD experience with useful features: waterproof electronics, a durable composite chassis, and included battery and fast charger. It balances easy setup and dependable parts so you can focus on driving and upgrading over time.