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Traxxas 36234-8-R5 BIGFOOT No. 1 XL-5 with Battery
$239.95 USD
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TraxxasModel 36234-8
BIGFOOT No. 1 XL-5 with Battery
Monster truck · Battery & charger included
- Scale
- 1/10
- Drive
- 2WD
- Power
- Brushed
- Top speed
- 30+ mph
$239.95 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 # 36234-8-R5 · Traxxas model 36234-8
Overview
Traxxas faithfully captures the spirit and classic look of BIGFOOT® No. 1 "The Original Monster Truck" in amazing detail with this fully licensed replica. Hammer the throttle for non-stop wheelies and crush the competition underneath its towering stance. BIGFOOT is built Traxxas Tough™ with factory-installed Extreme Heavy Duty components to take even the most brutal punishment in stride. BIGFOOT comes out of the box fully assembled, waterproof, and Ready-To-Race® for all-day fun.
Features
- Licensed BIGFOOT® No. 1 Clipless BodyBrilliant blue metallic officially licensed F-100 Ford® XLT Ranger body with chrome front bumper with replica winch, chrome grille with light buckets and reflectors, replica high-rise dual-carb intake manifold, chrome roll bar with replica KC lights
- High-Performance Waterproof XL-5™ Electronic Speed ControlInnovative waterproof design with three drive profiles (Sport Mode, Race Mode, Training Mode™), Traxxas EZ-Set® one-button setup, LiPo and NiMH compatible with two-stage low-voltage detection
- Titan 550 MotorPowerful Titan® 12T 550 brushed motor with internal cooling fan, oversized armature for big torque and increased power handling, virtually maintenance-free operation
- Extreme Heavy Duty Parts InstalledStrengthened C-hubs, axle carriers, and steering blocks, HD suspension arms
- TQ™ 2.4 GHz 2-Channel Radio SystemErgonomic transmitter with internal antenna, Traxxas 6519 3-channel micro receiver with fail-safe security, sealed watertight receiver box
- Includes Battery and USB-C Charger4-amp USB-C fast charger, 3000 mAh Traxxas 7-cell 8.4 V NiMH battery with iD®
- Tough Fiber-Composite Monocoque ChassisTall 4″ center ground clearance to drive over obstacles
- Easy Access Battery CompartmentAccepts NiMH 6 and 7-cell flat packs and hump packs, accepts 2-cell LiPo batteries
- Transmission and DrivelineBrushless-ready Magnum 272™ metal-gear transmission, Torque-Control™ slipper clutch system, planetary gear differential with steel ring gear, sealed gearbox, external gear cover with easy clutch access, heavy-duty telescoping U-joint driveshafts and yokes
- SteeringHigh-torque waterproof Traxxas 2056 steering servo, spring-loaded servo saver helps protect against impacts
- SuspensionDurable solid camber links eliminate the need for adjustment, captured rod ends won't pop off
- Springs and ShocksFully adjustable oil-filled Ultra Shocks™ with X-ring technology, white powder-coated springs
- Wheels and TiresPre-glued high profile Terra-Groove shaved monster truck tires, 2.2″ Deep dish mirror-chrome beadlock-style wheels
- Precision Hex Hardware
What's in the box
- BIGFOOT No. 1 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
- Batteries Four AA alkaline batteries for the transmitter
- USB-C Power Source Traxxas 45-watt AC adapter 2912 and power cable 2916 recommended
Specifications
| Type | Monster Truck |
|---|---|
| Speed | 30+ mph with 7-cell battery |
| Skill Level | 1 |
| Scale | 1/10 |
| Weight | 4.08 pounds (1.85 kg) |
| Length | 16.25 inches (413 mm) |
| Width | 12.75 inches (324 mm) |
| Front Track | 12.75 inches (324 mm) |
| Rear Track | 12.75 inches (324 mm) |
| Height | 9.5 inches (241 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 10.63 inches (270 mm) |
| Center Ground Clearance | 4 inches (102 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 Name | Titan® 12T 550 |
| Motor Type | High-speed brushed motor |
| Motor Weight | 8.47 ounces (240 g) |
| Motor Length | 3.07 inches (78 mm) overall length, 2.25 inches (57 mm) can length |
| Motor Diameter | 1.41 inches (36 mm) |
| Motor Shaft Size | 3 mm |
| Motor Connector Type | Bullet |
| ESC Name | Waterproof XL-5™ ESC with low-voltage detection |
| ESC Type | Brushed |
| ESC Case Size | 1.23 inches (31 mm) / 2.18 inches (55 mm) / 1.04 inches (26 mm) |
| ESC Weight | 2.44 ounces (69 g) |
| ESC Motor Connectors | Bullet |
| ESC Battery Connectors | Traxxas High-Current Connector |
| ESC Power Wire | 14 gauge |
| Battery | 3000 mAh Traxxas 7-cell 8.4 V NiMH battery with iD® |
| Charger | 4-amp USB-C fast charger |
| Tires | Pre-glued high profile Terra-Groove shaved monster truck tires |
| Wheels | 2.2″ Deep dish mirror-chrome beadlock-style wheels |
Compare
How the BIGFOOT No. 1 XL-5 with Battery compares
Similar models we carry, side by side.
| Spec | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Monster Truck | Monster Truck | Monster Truck | Monster Truck |
| Scale | 1/10 | 1/10 | 1/10 | Mini |
| Size (L × W × H) | 16.3 × 12.8 × 9.5 in | 16.3 × 12.8 × 9.5 in | 17.9 × 13.1 × 8.3 in | 13.6 × 9.9 × 5.4 in |
| Weight | 4.08 lb | 4.08 lb | 5.98 lb | 3.62 lb |
| Skill level | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Top speed | 30+ mphwith 7-cell battery | 30+ mphwith 7-cell battery | 35+ mphwith 2s LiPo battery, 50+ mph with 3s | 30+ mph |
| In the box | Battery & charger included | Battery & charger included | Battery & charger sold separately | Battery & charger included |
| Runs on | Included battery | Included battery | A 2s–3s LiPo | Included battery |
| Ready to run | $244.90+ AA | $234.90+ AA | $544.85completer 2970-3S + AA | $294.90+ 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 BIGFOOT No. 1 XL-5 with Battery running.
Genuine Traxxas replacement parts and upgrades, organized by part number.
Traxxas · Model 36234-8
Manuals, parts list & exploded views
BIGFOOT No. 1 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.