Traxxas XRT Monster Truck RTR VXL-8s (Orange)

Traxxas XRT Monster Truck is a ready-to-run, full-size monster truck built for high-speed bashing and serious hobbyists. It pairs the Velineon 1200XL brushless motor with the VXL-8s speed control to deliver sustained power and telemetry, while Traxxas Stability Management helps you keep it under control. The XRT's rugged chassis, clipless body, and race-pattern tires make it a confident performer on wide-open runs and rough terrain.

Key Features

• VXL-8s Waterproof Electronic Speed Control — aggressive tune for more power at any RPM, 8S battery compatibility, built-in cooling fan and machined heat sink for temperature control, real-time telemetry via Traxxas Link, 3-LED status indicators, powered accessory ports, 10-gauge silicone power lead, and integrated protection circuits.
• Velineon 1200XL Brushless Motor — 4-pole 1275 Kv design with a 5 mm output shaft, oversized aluminum heatsink and two cooling fans to keep temperatures down under heavy loads.
• High top speed capability — reaches 60+ mph using two batteries (sold separately) and optional gearing for maximum straight-line speed.
• Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) — improves straight-line acceleration and braking on low-traction surfaces without dulling throttle response; adjustable from off to full assistance via the transmitter.
• TQi 2.4 GHz High Output Radio System — 2-channel transmitter with Traxxas Link support, automatic storage and load of up to 30 setups, Traxxas Link-enabled telemetry, a programmable multi-function knob, a micro receiver (6533) with fail-safe and telemetry ports, and adjustable steering/throttle percentage and sensitivity (dual rates and exponential).
• X-Truck Driveline — full-time shaft-driven 4WD with steel CV driveshafts and axles, a splined aluminum center driveshaft, and machined aluminum stub axles for long-term drivetrain strength.
• Transmission — Mod-1 pinion and spur gears, fixed gear mesh system, and a torque-biasing center drive for predictable power delivery.
• X-Truck Differentials — sealed four-gear differentials with large-scale steel ring-and-pinion gears, splined outdrives secured with an external thru-bolt method, and new bulkheads and covers for improved bearing support.
• Rock-solid motor mounting — preset gear mesh adjustments, four keyed pins to lock the motor, and motor retention separated from gear mesh for repeatable setup.
• GTX Shocks — threaded aluminum bodies, extra-large bore for increased oil capacity, 5.2 mm damper shafts, lower seal cartridges with wiper seals, height-adjustable spring retainers, composite shock caps with pivot balls, and bolted-on lower spring perches.
• WideMaxx Suspension — geometry tuned for performance with extra-wide suspension arms molded from a cold-weather material for impact resistance, double-shear connections, high-strength steel suspension pins with retainers, 4 mm machined pivot balls, fixed camber and toe links, reinforced steering blocks and axle carriers, and oversized wheel bearings.
• Steering — high-torque 365 oz-in waterproof digital steering servo, cam-style servo saver, and dirt evacuation channels to maintain smooth steering under dirty conditions.
• Ultra-low center-of-gravity chassis — modular chassis with interlocking bulkheads, flat bottom design, interlocking skid plates and reinforced shock towers for chassis rigidity, dual snap-lock battery compartments that protect cells from side impacts and allow a secondary clip for extra security, and built-in wire management for a tidy layout.
• Patent-pending clipless body — snaps on in seconds with secure latches, rigid internal frame, two high-capacity cooling ducts, molded reinforcements to resist tearing, top skids for protection, and a high-downforce rear wing.
• Heavy-duty bumpers and supports — reinforced front bumper and rear wing supports that absorb impacts while holding shape, nerf bars for side protection, and a wheelie bar with carry handle.
• Wheels and Tires — 7.4" Gravix race tires with low sidewalls for sharp turn-in, thick center carcass to resist ballooning at speed, and reduced rotational mass for quicker acceleration; fitted to 3.8" matte black XRT wheels using a high-strength glue-and-bead design and 24 mm splined wheel hubs.
• Sealed ball bearings throughout the drivetrain and suspension for low friction and long life.
• Hex hardware with rust-resistant black oxide coating for reliable fastener durability in wet or dirty conditions.

Technical Specifications

• Model Name: XRT
• Type: Monster Truck
• Top Speed: 60+ mph with two batteries (sold separately) and optional gearing
• Skill Level: 5 (advanced)
• Scale / Platform: X-Truck
• Weight: 21.03 lb (9.54 kg)
• Length: 31.41 in (798 mm)
• Width: 23.43 in (595 mm)
• Front Track: 23.43 in (595 mm)
• Rear Track: 23.43 in (595 mm)
• Height: 10.15 in (258 mm)
• Center Ground Clearance: 1.93 in (49 mm)
• Driveline: Shaft-driven 4WD
• Transmission: Single speed
• Differential Type: Sealed, hardened steel bevel limited-slip
• Gear Pitch: 1.0 metric pitch
• Steering Servo: 2085 digital high-torque waterproof (365 oz-in)
• Radio System: TQi 2.4 GHz 2-channel transmitter with TSM-enabled receiver and telemetry ports
• Battery Compartment: 185 x 51 x 44 mm (dual snap-lock compartments)
• Motor — Velineon 1200XL
  • Type: 1275 Kv sensorless brushless, 4-pole
  • Weight: 23.44 oz (665 g)
  • Length: 4.32 in (110 mm)
  • Diameter: 1.88 in (48 mm)
  • Shaft Size: 5 mm
  • Connector Type: 6.5 mm bullet connectors
• ESC — Velineon VXL-8s
  • Type: Brushless
  • Case Size: 2.23 in (58 mm) x 2.83 in (72 mm) x 1.81 in (46 mm)
  • Weight: 7.60 oz (215.5 g)
  • Motor Connectors: 6.5 mm bullet connectors
  • Battery Connector: Traxxas High-Current connector
  • Power Wire: 10-gauge Maxx cable

Why Choose the XRT

The Traxxas XRT Monster Truck is built for high-speed runs and heavy-duty bashing where power, cooling, and drivetrain strength matter. Choose the XRT if you want a full-size, ready-to-run monster with telemetry, adjustable stability assistance, and race-style tires—ideal for advanced hobbyists who focus on speed and durability.

Note: The XRT is supplied RTR but requires batteries and a charger to operate; use high-current battery packs sized to the dual-compartment dimensions listed above.

Primary systems like the Velineon motor, VXL-8s ESC, GTX shocks, and the WideMaxx suspension combine to give repeatable performance and straightforward serviceability trackside or at the field.