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Traxxas 24254-8 Bandit XL-5 with Battery
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$219.95 USD
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TraxxasModel 24254-8
Bandit XL-5 with Battery
Off road buggy · Battery & charger included
- Scale
- 1/10
- Drive
- 2WD
- Power
- Brushed
- Top speed
- 35+ mph
$219.95 USD
- Ships in 1–2 business daysIn-stock orders leave Houston, TX by UPS or USPS. Free standard shipping on $99+.
- Free store pickupSouthwest Fwy, Houston. We email when it's ready. Usually ready within 24 hours on days we're open.
- Genuine parts, 30-day returnsEverything comes through authorized dealer accounts. Unopened items can come back within 30 days.
Shipping & pickup
Free standard shipping covers the contiguous 48 states, big trucks included; orders under $99 pay $5.95–$8.95. Tracking is emailed when your order leaves. Batteries ship ground only and can't go to P.O. boxes, APO/FPO, Alaska or Hawaii. Full shipping policy
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Returns
30 days from delivery on new, unopened items. Opened-but-unused items may carry a 15% restocking fee; batteries, chargers, powered electronics and painted bodies are final sale once opened. Full refund policy
Warranty & support
Everything we sell is genuine and covered by the manufacturer's warranty (Traxxas, Horizon Hobby and the other brands we carry). If something arrives defective, contact us within 7 days and we'll make it right. Fitment or upgrade questions? Call 832-288-4789 or email support@rchobbyshop.com.
Part # 24254-8-BLUEX · Traxxas model 24254-8
Overview
Bandit elevates the RC buggy experience with its factory-installed Extreme Heavy-Duty suspension components for next-level durability.
Bandit's sleek, lightweight chassis delivers razor-sharp handling and blazing 35+ mph speed.
Pull the trigger and Bandit rips massive rooster tails, soars over jumps, and lays down the power for excitement at every turn.
Equally at home off-road or on pavement, Bandit's fully waterproof electronics make even the wildest all-weather adventures possible.
Features
- Extreme Heavy-Duty Suspension ComponentsFactory-installed Extreme Heavy-Duty suspension components and arms for ultimate strength and durability.
- Includes Battery and ChargerPowerful 8.4-volt 3000 mAh Traxxas Power Cell rechargeable NiMH battery pack and fast 4-amp charging with USB-C charger.
- Powerful Titan MotorBlistering 35+ mph top speed with powerful Titan motor and XL-5 speed control; integrated cooling fan.
- Aggressive Body & WingSleek offroad buggy body fully trimmed and painted with high-downforce wing for stability.
- Alias Tires and Tracer WheelsStylish 2.2″ black multi-spoke wheels with pre-glued Alias step-pin rear and ribbed front tires.
- Titan 12-Turn 550 MotorLarge 550-size Titan motor delivers torque and acceleration with integrated cooling fan.
- Waterproof Receiver BoxKeeps receiver safe and dry with patented water-tight seal for all-weather use.
- XL-5 Waterproof ESCThree separate drive profiles, low-voltage detection, and Training Mode reducing power by 50%.
- TQ 2.4 GHz Radio SystemAdvanced programming for long-range control with glitch-free performance and internal antenna.
- Waterproof Steering ServoTraxxas 2056 servo with 80 oz-in steering torque and special O-ring seals.
- One-Piece Camber LinksDurable one-piece camber links maintaining suspension geometry with captured rod ends.
- Bellcrank SteeringHigh-performance bellcrank system delivering sharp handling and minimizing bump steer.
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- Heavy-Duty Suspension ArmsMolded from tough composite material providing flex to resist breaking.
- Hex HardwareHex-drive hardware with black-oxide coating for rust resistance.
- Tube Front BumperRugged tube-style bumper protecting chassis against impacts with LED light mounting bosses.
- Oil-Filled Ultra ShocksOil-filled shocks with X-rings for perfect seal and smooth performance, fully tunable.
- Magnum 272 TransmissionAll metal gears on sealed ball bearings, brushless-ready with Torque-Control slipper clutch.
- Torque-Control Slipper ClutchSemi-metallic pads and finned aluminum plates dissipating heat for consistent traction.
- Planetary Gear DifferentialHardened steel internal gears for maximum strength with virtually no maintenance required.
What's in the box
- Bandit with XL-5 ESC and Titan® 550 Motor
- TQ 2.4 GHz radio system
- Traxxas 3000 mAh, 8.4-volt 7-cell NiMH battery with iD®
- 4-amp USB-C fast charger
- High quality maintenance tools
What you'll need
- Four AA alkaline batteries for the transmitter
- Traxxas 45-watt AC adapter 2912 and power cable 2916 recommended
Specifications
| Scale | 1/10 |
|---|---|
| Type | Buggy |
| Weight | 3 pounds (1.36 kg) |
| Length | 16.25 inches (413 mm) |
| Width | 9.84 inches (250 mm) |
| Track | 9.84 inches (250 mm) |
| Height | 7 inches (178 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 11.25 inches (286 mm) |
| Driveline | 2WD |
| Transmission | Magnum 272™ |
| Differential Type | Planetary steel gear |
| Gear Ratio Internal | 2.72 (final drive: 12.34) |
| Gear Pitch | 48 pitch |
| Steering Servo | 2056 high-torque waterproof |
| Radio System | TQ™ 2.4 GHz 2-channel radio |
| Battery Compartment Specs | 164 mm X 46 mm X 26 mm |
| Motor | Titan® 12T 550 high-speed brushed motor |
| Motor Weight | 8.47 ounces (240 g) |
|---|---|
| Motor Length | 3.07 inches (78 mm) overall, 2.25 inches (57 mm) can |
| Motor Diameter | 1.41 inches (36 mm) |
| Motor Shaft Size | 3 mm |
| Motor Connector Type | Bullet |
| ESC | Waterproof XL-5 ESC with low-voltage detection |
| ESC Type | Brushed |
| ESC Case Size | 1.23 inches (31 mm) / 2.18 inches (55 mm) / 0.61 inches (15 mm) |
| ESC Weight | 2.44 ounces (69 g) |
| ESC Motor Connectors | Bullet |
| ESC Battery Connectors | Traxxas High-Current Connector |
| ESC Power Wire | 14 gauge |
| Top Speed | 35+ mph with 7-cell battery |
| Skill Level | 1 |
| Tires | Pre-glued Alias® step-pin rear and ribbed front with foam inserts |
| Wheels | 2.2″ black multi-spoke |
Compare
How the Bandit XL-5 with Battery compares
Similar models we carry, side by side.
| Spec | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Buggy | Stadium Truck | Brushless Stadium Truck | 1/8 scale buggy |
| Scale | 1/10 | 1/10 | 1/10 | 1/8 |
| Size (L × W × H) | 16.3 × 9.8 × 7.0 in | 17.5 × 12.3 × 7.0 in | 18.5 × 12.3 × 7.0 in | 20.4 × 12.0 × 7.0 in |
| Weight | 3 lb | 3.73 lb | 4.33 lb | 5.6 lb |
| Skill level | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Top speed | 35+ mphwith 7-cell battery | 35+ mphwith 7-cell battery | 40+ mphwith 2-cell LiPo, 60+ with 3-cell LiPo | 60+ mph |
| In the box | Battery & charger included | Battery & charger included | Battery & charger sold separately | Battery & charger sold separately |
| Runs on | Included battery | Included battery | A 2s–3s LiPo | A 2s–4s LiPo |
| Ready to run | $224.90+ AA | $234.90+ AA | $444.85completer 2970-3S + AA | $724.85completer 2996X + AA |
| Links | You’re here | View | View | View |
Specs as Traxxas prints them. Ready to run = the vehicle + the completer pack (battery and charger in one box) listed for that model + AA batteries for the transmitter, at our prices today; other battery options are on each model’s page. Nitro models also need fuel, bought locally. New to RC? How to read this table
Parts & upgrades
Keep your Bandit XL-5 with Battery running.
Genuine Traxxas replacement parts and upgrades, organized by part number.
Traxxas · Model 24254-8
Manuals, parts list & exploded views
Bandit XL-5 · Open the original manufacturer documents, hosted by RC Hobby Shop.
Parts list
User manual
Complete original documents, including safety instructions. Files open in a new tab.