Introduction
Latrax
The company and brand "Latrax" was very instrumental in the early days of the radio control hobby in the seventies.
The company was founded in 1974 by Jim Jenkins who is the father of the current Traxxas owner Mike Jenkins.
Latrax was known for its pre-assembled RTR (Ready to Race) RC vehicles, their high performance models with digital control and user friendly wheel radios were unique at the time.
Latrax models were and still are, affordable and available to a multitude of RC enthusiasts.
Since that time Latrax has become and is powered by Traxxas, continuing with tradition from the beginning, the company designs and builds high quality RC products that provide a thrilling RC experience for passionate radio control enthusiasts.
The reasonably priced Latrax models are backed by a knowledgeable customer support team.
Latrax continues to deliver high performance, user friendly products, and customer support that provides a rewarding experience for everybody.
KEY FEATURES
Latrax Rally 1/18 Scale 4WD RC Car
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| Latrax Rally RC Car |
Latrax 370 Brushed Motor - The 370 motor with 28 turns is capable of speeds around 17mph on the stock 5 cell 6 volt NiMH battery with iD. Speeds up to 20 mph can be reached with an optional 6 cell 7.2 volt battery.
The motor includes factory installed bullet connectors.
Chassis and Drive Train Components
The chassis base is molded plastic and includes a foam front bumper to absorb any punishment.
For control and traction on multiple surfaces the Latrax Rally all-wheel drive system was implemented into the design. A center mounted steel driveshaft transfers the power to the front and rear differentials. A gear differential design balances power delivery to the wheels, improving acceleration and enhances cornering.
The tires are slick, molded with a soft rubber compound, providing fun on a variety of surfaces, a good mix for drifting through the corners while gripping ground in the straight aways.
The tires are pre-glued onto 12 spoke rally wheels.
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| Latrax Rally Chassis with upgraded Brushless Motor |
A couple of downsides to the model, the shocks on the model are not oil filled. Although they can be upgraded and it is not expensive to do so.
Also bushings were used instead of bearings. They also can be upgraded at minimal cost.
When it comes to steering and control , two bellcranks are utilized on the Latrax Rally to increase servo speed and provide the proper steering angle for the front wheels.
Weatherproof Electronics- The Electronics on board are sealed from the elements, meaning they are water resistant more than waterproof. The model is safe to drive in wet environments should you choose to do so.
The steering servo and the 3 channel micro receiver are weather sealed. The receiver is sealed in a watertight receiver box, it is also protected by the Lifetime Electronics Warranty from Traxxas.
Body & Graphics - The pre-assembled model arrives with pre-installed graphics, the design features an aggressive look. The molded body material absorbs impacts to maintain its shape and distinctive look, while sporting its lowered stance.
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ADVANTAGES
Affordable
Great entry car for beginners
Perfect for Drifting on Hardwood or Polished Floors
Relatively Inexpensive Upgrades readily available
Good tunability options
DISADVANTAGES
Limited to relatively flat surfaces or terrain due to its limited ground clearance
Comes with car charger
Comments from Latrax Rally Owners
Love the car, setup my own drift course for it. Recommend upgrading to metal gears though.
Great little car, hard to work on small parts if you have big hands, needs a real charger instead of the car charger it comes with.
It is so much fun, I drive it as hard as my other rc vehicles, have not broken it yet, run it about 3 times a week.
Fast and responsive RC car. After 5 days of using it, lost half of its speed, we confirmed it had nothing to do with the battery.
Final Thoughts
If you are looking to get your feet wet in the RC world the Latrax Rally would be a good choice for a beginner. It has a reasonable price tag, upgrades are relatively inexpensive and widely available. If you enjoy drifting, I would say this is one of the models strong points, as it drifts really well .
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