The Raging Bandit on the Road

Raging the road with radio-controlled trucks is an addictive hobby.
It falls nothing short of the adrenaline and need for speed as with
driving a real car, and these miniature playthings promise hours of
fun and excitement. The 'small toys for the big boys' are however not
to be underestimated. Like real-life vehicles, radio-controlled trucks
are made with sophisticated mechanical engineering and industrial
design. And the Texas-based Traxxas makes such toy machines. It
designs and manufactures both electric-powered and nitro-powered
radio-controlled cars, trucks and boats. The following is an overview
of the company's Traxxas Bandit.Basically, the Traxxas Bandit is a
ready-to-run, electric-powered 1/10 scale two-wheel-drive buggy. It is
one of the most popular Traxxas models because of its durability and
versatility; the fact that it is a buggy means it run on all kinds of
terrain. Its inner parts deliver solid, long-lasting performance and
durability, from the handling to the top speed. Aside from that, its
standard parts can also be upgraded so as to exceed its factory
specifications. For those venturing into the radio-controlled racing
world, or even for the veteran enthusiasts, the Traxxas Bandit is an
excellent choice. It's great fun for all racers.The exterior features
first. Traxxas Bandit is 16.25 inches long, has 7 inches of height and
weighs 48 ounces. Its fully finished and trimmed body is done using
ProGraphix, a method of body painting which produces an impressive
graphic design of crisp coloring, smooth fades, clean lines. It is
available with different visual styles and different color schemes. It
is ready-to-run, because no other painting or trimming are required.
This radio-controlled buggy uses the industry standard 2.2 inch
mirror-chrome Tracer wheels, and it is so designed to allow more
upgrades in the future.Under the hood, the Traxxas Bandit is equipped
with a powerful electric 20-turn Stinger 540 motor, which is said to
be 30% faster than most stock motors. But what it really boasts is its
XL-1 electronic speed control, which has almost become legendary
because of its durability and high-level performance. It draws power
from 6 or 7 cell battery pack, yet the XL-1's proportional control is
so designed to allow a reduced power output of 50%. The Traxxas Bandit
runs with Magnum 272 transmission, bellcrank steering and planetary
differential type. As for the top speed, this radio-controlled buggy
has a top speed of up to 30 mph.Built with superb engineering and
design, the Traxxas Bandit's inner parts and electronics are sealed in
a watertight and waterproof enclosure. A testimony of the
radio-controlled truck's durability, it can then run and rage even in
puddles, mud, sand and snow. Its advanced and sophisticated machinery
is sure to catch everyone's fancy; and brings more whole new
adventures, fun and excitement. Overall, the Traxxas Bandit is a
fantastic buy for both newbies and the more serious RC enthusiasts
alike.