Rustler® 4X4 VXL is a hard-charging wheelie machine that captures the speed and style of a stadium truck and injects it with a massive dose of strength and power. Beneath Rustler’s clipless body, the extreme Velineon® brushless power system feeds power through the factory-installed Extreme Heavy Duty Upgrade Kit to become the new standard for strength and durability.
 
~ Battery and Charger Sold Separately ~
Speed
30+ mph
40+ mph*
65+ mph**
Battery
2923X (1)
3000 mAh NiMH
2843X (1)
5800 mAh 2s LiPo
2857X (1)
6400 mAh 3s LiPo
Pinion/Spur
11-T / 54-T
17-T / 54-T
20-T / 54-T
Skill Level
2
4
5
 
EZ-Peak
2970
EZ-Peak Plus
2971
EZ-Peak Live
2972
EZ-Peak Dual
Charging Amperage
4-amp
12-amp
Bluetooth®
4-amp (dual)
8-amp (single)
 
Clipless ProGraphix® Body
Easy one-handed removal
Reinforced inner cage
Strong oversized latch
Rugged roof rollover protector
Molded composite plastic wing
Extreme Heavy Duty Upgrade Kit Installed
Strengthened C-hubs, axle carriers, and steering blocks
Maxx duty driveshafts
Oversize diameter
6 mm axles
Steel wheel hexes
Up to 65+ mph with 3s LiPo battery
TQi™ 2.4 GHz High Output Radio System
TQi 2-channel transmitter
Automatically stores and loads settings for up to 30 Traxxas Link-enabled models
Programmable multi-function knob
Adjustable steering and throttle percentage (dual rates)
Adjustable steering and throttle sensitivity (exponential)
Adjustable steering and throttle end points
5-channel micro receiver (6533) with fail-safe security
Patented waterproof receiver box with easy-access plug
VXL-3s™ Waterproof Electronic Speed Control
Three Programmable Drive Profiles:
Sport Mode - Forward / Brake / Reverse
Race Mode - Forward / Brake
Training Mode™ - 50% Forward / Brake / 50% Reverse (patented)
Traxxas EZ-Set® one-button setup
Large heat sink
Built-in two-stage low-voltage detection for LiPo batteries
NiMH battery packs: 6-9 cells (7.2 to 10.8 volts)
LiPo battery packs: 2-3 cells (7.4 to 11.1 volts)
Velineon® 3500 Kv Brushless Motor
Ultra high-temperature sintered Neodymium magnets
Optimized for power and efficiency in 1/10th scale vehicles
Low-maintenance, unique Traxxas design
Efficient, high-speed ball bearings
Precision-balanced rotor
3500 Kv
Brilliant blue-anodized finish
Traxxas Stability Management® (TSM)
Improves straight line acceleration and braking on low-traction surfaces
Maintains steering composure to allow throttle-on powerslides
Never dulls throttle or slows the truck
Adjusts from off to 100% assistance from the transmitter
Chassis
Low-CG design for responsive handling
Modular composite tub design
Latching battery hold-down
Reinforced integrated wheelie bar
High-approach front bumper to climb curbs
Drivetrain
Maxx-duty driveshafts
Sealed steel gear front and rear differentials
Large 32-pitch gearing
Heavy-duty slipper clutch with aluminum pads
Anodized-aluminum center driveshaft
Steering
Chassis-mounted 2075 servo
Dual bellcrank design with integrated servo saver
Suspension
Adjustable toe and camber links
Impact-resistant suspension arm composite
Oil-filled Ultra Shocks
Rugged front and rear shock towers
White powder-coated progressive springs
Wheels and Tires
Large 2.8″ black chrome wheels
2.8″ Talon™ EXT tires
Sealed Ball Bearings
Hex hardware with Rust-Resistant Black Oxide Coating