XL-5 (WATERPROOF) ESC SPECIFICATIONS
Input voltage:­7.2 - 8.4 volt (NiMH), 7.4 volt (LiPo)
Case Size:­31 mm x 55 mm x 15.5 mm
Weight:­2.44 ounces
Motor Limit:­15-turns** (540 Size)
12-turns** (550 Size)
On Resistance Forward:­0.007 ohms
On Resistance Reverse:­0.014 ohms
BEC Voltage:­6.0 volts
BEC Current:­1 amp
Power Wire:­14 gauge / 5 inches
Input Harness Wire:­26 gauge / 9 inches
PWM Frequency:­1600 Hz
Low Voltage Detection (LVD):­2-stage indicators, switchable (on or off)
Thermal Protection:­Thermal shutdown
Profile selection:­Sport Mode:
100% FWD, 100% brakes, 100% REV
Race Mode:
100% FWD, 100% brakes, no REV
Training Mode:*
50% FWD, 100% brakes, 50% REV
Single-button setup:­Traxxas EZ-Set®



SLASH (58234-8) SPECS
Length­22.8 inches (578 mm)
Front Track­11.65 inches (296 mm)
Rear Track­11.65 inches (296 mm)
Weight­76.2 ounces (2.16 kg)
Height (overall)­8.43 inches (214 mm)
Wheelbase­13.2 inches (335 mm)
Front Shock Length­Long
Rear Shock Length­XX-long
Front Tires­Traxxas SCT 2.2″
Rear Tires­Traxxas SCT 2.2″
Front Wheels­2.2″ satin-finish
Rear Wheels­2.2″ satin-finish
Speed Control­Waterproof XL-5
Motor (electric)­Titan® 12T 550 (12-turn)
Gear Ratio (internal)­2.72 (final drive: 12.58)
Differential Type­Steel composite planetary
Gear Pitch­48 Pitch
Transmission­Metal gear Magnum 272™
Steering­Bellcrank
Chassis Type­Modified tub
Chassis Material­Composite Nylon
Center Ground Clearance­3.5 inches (89 mm)
Top Speed­30+ mph
Skill Level­1
Radio System­TQ™ 2.4 GHz (2-channel)
Included Charger­Traxxas 4-amp USB-C fast charger
Included Batteries­Traxxas 7-cell NiMH battery with iD®
Required Batteries­4 "AA" (transmitter)
  • Extreme Heavy Duty Upgrade Components
    • Strengthened C-hubs, axle carriers, and steering blocks

  • Waterproof XL-5™ Electronic Speed Control
    • Innovative watersealed design
    • Three programmable drive profiles
      • Sport Mode - Forward / Brake / Reverse
      • Race Mode - Forward / Brake
      • Training Mode™ - 50% Forward / Brake / 50% Reverse
    • Traxxas EZ-Set® one-button setup
    • Thermal shutdown protection
    • Built-in two-stage low-voltage detection for LiPo batteries
    • NiMH battery packs: 6-7 cells (7.2 to 8.4 volts)
    • LiPo battery packs: 2 cells (7.4 volts)

  • Titan 12-Turn Brushled 550 Motor
    • Internal cooling fan
    • Low-maintenance design

  • TQ™ 2.4 GHz Transmitter
    • Full-size 2-channel transmitter
    • All-day comfort with precise long-range control
    • Watertight receiver box keeps the receiver dry

  • Steering
    • 2075 Digital high-torque waterproof steering servo
      • 125 oz-in of torque and 0.16-second speed
    • Heavy duty servo saver

  • Suspension
    • Adjustable steel turnbuckles and captured rod ends
    • White powder-coated springs
    • Oil-filled Ultra Shocks™

  • 13.2″ Tough Fiber-Composite Chassis
    • Over 3.5 inches of ground clearance
    • Scale front and rear tube-style bumpers
    • Nerf bars absorb side impacts
    • Easy access battery compartment

  • Transmission and Driveline
    • Heavy-Duty Magnum 272™ metal-gear transmission
    • Torque-Control™ slipper clutch
    • Planetary gear differential with steel ring gear
    • External gear cover with easy clutch access

  • Wheels and Tires
    • Dual-profile black & chrome Split-Spoke SCT wheels
    • Pre-glued BFGoodrich® Mud Terrain T/A® tires

  • Hex hardware with Rust-Resistant Black Oxide Coating

  • Clipless body
    • Body reinforcements to prevent pull-through damage
    • Holds tight for intense action
    • Quick and easy removal