Traxxas 78097-4 XRT ULTIMATE
Traxxas 78097-4-BLUE XRT ULTIMATE
XRT® revolutionized the 8s experience by combining X-Maxx strength with race truck handling. XRT Ultimate takes it over the top with a full complement of high-strength aluminum upgrades in key performance areas. Outfitted with all-new belted Gravix™ tires, no other truck combines XRT Ultimate’s brutal 8s power and handling precision in a package this fun.
Batteries & Charger are not included, these are the compatible batteries and chargers:
Compatible Lipo Batteries:
- Traxxas 2857X - 6400mAh 11.1v 3-Cell 25C LiPo Battery
- Traxxas 2872X - 5000mAh 11.1V 3-Cell 25C LiPo Battery
- Helios 11.1V 3S 5200mAh LiPo with Traxxas Plug
- Traxxas 2889X - 5000mAh 14.8v 4-Cell 25C LiPo Battery
- Traxxas 2890X - Lipo Battery 4S - 6700MAH 14.8 Volts
Compatible Nimh Batteries:
Compatible Chargers:
- Traxxas 2970 - Ez-Peak Plus 4-Amp Nimh/Lipo Fast Charger With Id Auto
- Traxxas 2971 - EZ-Peak Live 100W NiMH/LiPo charger (2971A)
- Traxxas 2972 - Charger, EZ-Peak Dual, 100W, NiMH/LiPo with iD Auto Battery Identification
- Traxxas 2973 EZ-Peak Live Multi-Chemistry Battery Charger w/Auto iD (4S/26A/200W)
- Traxxas 2981 - EZ-Peak Plus 4s Charger
Completer Packs:
- Traxxas 2990 - 2 of 3s 5000mah Battery/Charger Completer Pack
NB: Requires two batteries to operate
NB: Some batteries may require a battery expansion kit to fit properly.
MODEL 78097-4: Brushless 8s race truck, fully assembled and Ready-To-Race®
with TQi™ 2.4 GHz radio system and factory-installed telemetry, Velineon® VXL-8s®
brushless power system, and ProGraphix® clipless body.
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High-Performance Aluminum Upgrades
- 6061-T6 aluminum C-hubs
- 6061-T6 aluminum steering blocks
- 6061-T6 aluminum rear hub carriers
- 6061-T6 aluminum differential housings
- 6061-T6 aluminum motor mounts
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VXL-8s™ Waterproof Electronic Speed Control
- New aggressive tune for more power at any RPM
- Integrated cooling fan
- 3-LED status indicators
- Machined heat sink
- Powered accessory ports
- 10-gauge silicone wire
- Integrated protection circuits
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Velineon® 1200XL Brushless Motor
- 4-pole 1275 kV
- 5 mm output shaft
- Oversize aluminum heatsink for improved cooling
- Dual cooling fans
- Up to 60+ mph with Two 4s LiPo Batteries (sold separately)
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Traxxas Stability Management®
- Improves straight line acceleration and braking on low-traction surfaces
- Never dulls throttle or slows the truck
- Adjusts from off to 100% assistance from the transmitter
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TQi™ 2.4 GHz 2-Channel Radio System with Factory-Installed Wireless Module
- Factory-installed telemetry sensors
- 5-channel micro receiver (6533) with fail-safe security and integrated telemetry ports
- Patented waterproof receiver box with easy-access plug
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X-Maxx® Spec 8s Drivetrain
- Machined, hardened steel pinion and spur gear
- Full-time shaft-driven 4-wheel drive
- Heavy-duty steel CV driveshafts & axles
- Splined aluminum center driveshaft
- Machined aluminum stub axles
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Transmission
- Mod-1 pinion and spur gears
- Torque-Biasing Center Drive
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Maxx® Spec Differentials
- Heavy-duty sealed 4-gear design
- Large scale steel ring and pinion gears
- Splined outdrives attached with external thru-bolt method
- New bulkhead and covers increase bearing support
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Rock-Solid Motor Mounting System
- Rigid aluminum motor mounts
- Precise preset gear mesh adjustments
- 4 keyed pins lock the motor in place
- Motor retention separate from gear mesh
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GTX™ Aluminum Race Shocks
- Machined aluminum threaded body
- Extra-large bore and capacity
- Ultra-smooth TiN-coated 5.2 mm damper shafts
- Lower seal cartridge includes integrated wiper seal combination
- Aluminum upper spring retainers
- Aluminum shock caps with pivot balls
- Lower spring perches bolted on
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WideMaxx® Suspension
- Extra-wide suspension arms
- Made from our strongest cold-weather material
- Double-shear connections
- High-strength steel suspension pins with retainers
- 4 mm machined pivot balls
- TUBES 7075-T6 Aluminum front toe links
- Oversized wheel bearings
- Extra-wide suspension arms
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Steering
- 6061-T6 aluminum steering bellcranks
- Powerful 450 oz-in metal-gear steering servo
- Double-shear aluminum servo horn
- Heavy-duty servo saver spring
- Dirt evacuation channels
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Ultra-Low-CG Chassis Design
- Modular chassis with interlocking bulkheads
- Low center of gravity for improved handling
- Flat bottom design
- Heavy-duty interlocking skid plates
- High-strength buttressing on shock towers
- Dual snap-lock battery compartments
- Protects batteries from side impacts
- Allows secondary battery-clip security
- Interlocking components for tight tolerances
- Modular chassis with interlocking bulkheads
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ProGraphix® Clipless Body
- Snaps in place in just seconds
- Secure body latches are easy to use
- Clipless body mounting system
- Rigid internal frame
- Dual high-capacity cooling ducts
- Molded body reinforcements for tear-through protection
- Protective top skids
- Rugged high-downforce rear wing
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Heavy-duty Bumpers
- Reinforced front bumper and rear wing support
- Absorb impact forces while retaining shape
- Heavy-duty front bumper and support
- Reinforced rear wing support
- Nerf bars for side impact resistance
- Heavy-duty wheelie bar with carry handle
- Reinforced front bumper and rear wing support
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Wheels and Tires
- 7.4″ Gravix™ belted race tires
- Belted carcass virtually eliminates ballooning at high speed
- Low sidewall for sharp turn-in response
- Runs quieter than traditional off-road tires
- 3.8″ matte black XRT race wheels
- High-strength glue and bead design
- Huge 24 mm splined wheel hubs
- 7.4″ Gravix™ belted race tires
- Sealed Ball Bearings
- Hex hardware with Rust-Resistant Black Oxide Coating