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Louella Kammann

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TheLaTrax Radio Controlled 1/18 Rally incorporates precision and performance into a compact and incredibly affordable model that goes with you anywhere and is ready for fun in an instant. The LaTrax Rally is fully assembled and Ready-to-Race, with everything you need included in the package. The powerful motor, all-wheel drive, and fully independent suspension immediately transform the world beneath your feet into a racetrack. Offices, malls, sidewalks, and playgrounds are the site for your next racing challenge. Long run times and the dependable 2.4GHz radio system extend your playtime. The LaTrax Rally is built to last, protected by world-class Traxxas support, 100% parts availability, and the Traxxas Lifetime Electronics Warranty.

LaTrax 1/18 Rally includes an iD-equipped 6V NiMH battery and convenient AC wall outlet charger. This potent pack features heavy-duty construction, 16-gauge wires and Traxxas' exclusive patented High-Current Connector for efficient power transfer, run after run. Everything you need is in the box, even 4 AA alkaline batteries! Accessory Traxxas iD chargers (sold separately) auto-detect LaTrax/Traxxas iD-equipped batteries and automatically set and optimize charge settings for unmatched charging safety and simplicity.

Waterproof, all-weather electronics open the door to new driving adventures on water-soaked racing surfaces. The 1/18 LaTrax Rally doesn't slow down for rain, puddles, ice, or snow! The waterproof servo and weather-sealed receiver box (patent pending) let you keep going, even in wet conditions that stop other cars in their tracks. It's total driving freedom!

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Why go for a 18th scale RC truck? Well the answer to this question will be subject to personal taste and preference but also maybe help to highlight who the product is aimed at. For me I wanted something I could just pull out and go to the park with for 20 minutes of fun. Also something easy to take with me or portablle would be good at this means I might use it more. But I still wanted something durable, within reason, and a quality product, a serious RC car not a cheap toy grade car.

So why did I pick the Latrax Teton 1/18 scale monstertruck truck? Well after deciding on a smaller sized RC car (1/16 or 1/18) I researched what was avalibe there were some other possibilities such as the HPI Mini Recon, Maveric truck, and some from ECX.The reason I went for the LaTrax Teton is that they have had some experience and learnings in the 1/18 scale models with the Latrax Rally. Also Latrax is owned by Traxxas which have a good reputation, and also there are spare pasts avalible for this model.

When unboxing the LaTrax Teton I was reasonably impressed, it comes accross as a quality kit. The box highlights some key features which I felt were benificial and made it stand out from its competitors. Some of the key features are:

The included ESC seems a decent (a Traxxas ESC I believe) and has 3 modes of operation, forward and revers, forward and break, 50% power which is great for kids whilst learning. Enabling each of these modes is very easy and well explained within the instruction manual.

I would suggest that people get an additional battery and a fast charger if they do not already have one, the supplied charger does the job but the charge time for the included 1200mAH battery is 3.5 hours.

After a few outings with the Teton I have found it to be quite durable and a lot of fun. Thus far I have ran the truck on mixed terrain, footpaths and at parks on grass and some dirt tracks and thus far only small jumps. It has handled this terrain with out any issues.Its quite a quick truck and at speed over bumps can bounce around a little but this is not too serious and all in all the truck tracks and handles well.The run time off the fully charged battery 1200mAH stock battery is 11-15 minutes depending on how much time your at full throttle.

Those who are used to 1/10 scale may not find it as durable but having said that I think it will surprise most people especially if their expectations are realistic. It has off road abillty and can with stand its fair share of jumps and bashing arround.

In the US this is advertised for USD$149 but in Australia I could only find it for AUD$219 which is a little steep, even if it was AUD$199 just below the $200 mark would make me a little happier and it would feel like a better value propersision. Having said that I do feel that the quality of the kit is very good.

Traxxas took great care to replicate classic Ford and Chevrolet monster trucks in 1/18 scale. Unique chrome bumpers and engine details, roll bars with replica lights, side mirrors, door handles, and even wipers are molded in exacting detail for exceptional scale realism.

TRX-4MT features standard LED headlights in the front grille and LED-ready light buckets on the roll bar. Add optional Pro Scale LED lights and the trucks come to life with functional brake lights, reverse lights, and even emergency flashers (Pro Scale lights sold separately).

The included 2-cell LiPo battery provides 7.4 volts of high-performance power and up to an hour of runtime or more with Traxxas iD safety and simplicity. The specially-designed iD connector plugs directly into the ECM-2.5.

The included 2-amp USB-A charger provides fast and convenient charging almost anywhere. Traxxas iD technology is the easier and safer way to charge LiPo batteries. Just plug the iD battery in and the charger does the rest. When the light turns solid green, the battery is charged.

The ECM-2.5 features low voltage detection for 2s LiPo batteries and EZ-Set one-button programming to select driving modes. Choose Sport Mode for all-around driving, or Trail Mode for smooth drag braking on steep descents. For a smooth scale look while creeping over technical terrain, Crawl Mode applies full brakes the instant the throttle is released and allows drivers to continue through to reverse without a second push on the trigger.

Have you been looking for an affordable 4wd bash truck? If so, have a look at the new Desert Prerunner from LaTrax. The Desert Prerunner is a 1/18th scale, 4wd, ready to run, that is designed to put a big smile on your face without killing your wallet. Here are some of its key features and specifications-

Street pricing for the Desert Prerunner is just $139 and it has a part number of #76064-5 in case you want to get one on order. Where do you go for more details? Simply use This Link to make the jump over to the official LaTrax website.

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Though the name LaTrax may, to some, sound a bit French, LaTrax is in fact an American company that is powered by another very well-known US-based company, Traxxas. The selected name for their new LaTrax 1/18-scale Teton monster truck thus pays homage to the diversity of adventure that one can experience when behind the wheel in the great outdoors (and has nothing to do with the definitions of any French words). The Teton bears more than a passing resemblance to its larger cousin, the 1/10-scale Traxxas Telluride, and is available in the same four colors of ProGraphix-adorned bodies. At roughly half the cost and size of the popular Telluride, how does the LaTrax Teton compare?

We first ran our Teton indoors on a polished concrete shop floor. We found out rather quickly that we needed much more space if we hoped to run it at wide open throttle. This little monster has spunk. Mashing the gas pedal to the floor and cranking the wheel hard in one direction turned the Teton into a whirling dervish, whether in forward or reverse. The brushed 370 motor provides ample power and will break the tires loose at will on smoother surfaces. Confining this truck to indoor operation only would be like erecting a pup tent in your living room; it is purpose-bred for the outdoors. Opening the large overhead door in the back of the shop, we released the Teton out into the wild. Though a smaller scale vehicle, the Teton covers ground at a pretty good clip. We were surprised to see that it was fully capable of working its way up and over seemingly insurmountable obstacles, thanks to its up-swept front bumper. Ease it up to a curb, goose the gas as the front tires contact the vertical face and if your technique is true, they will grab it, grip it and propel the Teton up and over.

The most fun to be had was when the Teton was turned loose in the dirt. This little truck really knows how to kick up its heels. We took it to a local track and ran laps and also hit several different parks over the course of a weekend. Time after time, we were ready to go rescue it from some precarious position but a little patience with the throttle and steering would see it find a way out. The waterproof receiver, ESC and servo mean that foul weather fun is endorsed and encouraged by LaTrax, although it is worth remembering that some mechanical components may not be quite as inherently weatherproof as the electronics are. We especially like that the Teton possesses three different driving modes, selectable via a push-button on the ESC. The 50 percent reduction in speed output offered by the training mode was a great way to introduce my young daughter to the Teton. One protracted session of in-place, spinning burnouts in the dirt caused both rear tires to come off of the beads on the wheels. I theorize that the glue may have debonded due to excessive heat build-up.