24254-8 Traxxas Bandit 1/10 HD Buggy with TQ 2.4GHz - Red

Bandit^® transforms 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.

Model Highlights

Extreme HD Components
Extreme Heavy Duty components come factory-installed on Bandit for game-changing durability. Key suspension components are beefed-up with extra material for ultimate strength. Combined with HD arms made from Traxxas' tougest composite material, Bandit sets a new standard for off-road durability.

Battery and Charger Included!
Bandit includes a powerful 8.4 volt 3000 mAh Traxxas Power Cell rechargeable NiMH battery pack to reach its 35+ mph top speed. Fast 4-amp charging is available virtually anywhere thanks to the included 45+ watt USB-C battery charger with iD^® technology. Power adapter and cable sold separately. For maximum charge rate use Traxxas 2912 45-watt power adapter and 2916 100-watt power cable. The Traxxas iD system is the easiest and safest way to charge your Traxxas batteries. The charger automatically recognizes the iD battery and optimizes the charge settings as soon as you plug it in. There’s no guesswork involved, just fast, reliable charging every time.

100% Assembled and Ready-To-Race^®

Bandit comes Ready-To-Race^® out of the box with the TQ 2.4 GHz 2-channel radio system, waterproof XL-5 ESC, and included 8.4 V battery and USB-C fast charger. With over 30 years in the hobby industry, Traxxas goes the extra mile to ensure that your RC experience is easy and fun. A staff of skilled representatives is on-hand to answer your questions via phone, chat, or email. 

Power-Up^™ Bandit Can Reach 70+ MPH Speed

Bandit is a Power-Up model, making it easy to unlock 70+ mph speed and feature-rich radio system technology. Through the Traxxas Power-Up^® program, it is easy to get the LATEST in Velineon^® brushless speed and TQi^™ radio system innovation at special Power-Up program pricing. Only Traxxas keeps you running strong long after your original purchase with easy, affordable performance upgrades for your model

Bandit's powerful Titan 12T 550 motor is made for dirt-roosting torque, lightning-quick acceleration, hardcore wheelies, explosive jumping, and just about any other 4-wheel fun that demands real horsepower. The Titan's oversize armature features 12 turns of pure copper wire for big torque and increased power-handling. The integrated cooling fan pulls cool air through the motor to keep temperatures down for more fun behind the wheel. The Titan 12T requires very little maintenance and provides consistent torque and high speeds run-after-run.

XL-5 Waterproof Electronic Speed Control
The waterproof XL-5 Electronic Speed Control handles the elements while smoothly supplying power to the motor. The XL-5 features three throttle profiles, low voltage detection, Thermal Shutdown Protection, 4-7 cell NiMH and 2-cell LiPo compatibility, and built-in BEC. High frequency operation combined with ultra-low resistance make the XL-5 an efficient and ultra-smooth fully proportional speed control. The exclusive and patented Training Mode^™ reduces the overall power output of the XL-5 by 50%, making it easier for young or new drivers to develop their control skills before unleashing full-power.

• Innovative watersealed design
• Three drive profiles
  • Sport Mode - forward / brake / reverse
  • Race Mode - forward / brake
  • Training Mode™ - 50% forward / brake / 50% reverse (patented)
• 12-turn motor limit for 550 size motors
• 15-turn motor limit for 540 size motors
• Integrated on/off switch
• Traxxas EZ-Set^® one-button setup
• LiPo and NiMH compatible with two-stage low-voltage detection
• High-efficiency MOSFET transistors

4-amp USB-C Fast Charger
Fast 4-amp charging is available virtually anywhere thanks to the included 45+ watt USB-C battery charger with iD^® technology. The Traxxas iD system is the easiest and safest way to charge your Traxxas batteries. The charger automatically recognizes the iD battery and optimizes the charge settings as soon as you plug it in. There’s no guesswork involved, just fast, reliable charging every time.

Traxxas Power Cell NiMH Battery with iD^®
The included iD-equipped 3000 mAh, 8.4 V, Power Cell NiMH battery delivers all the performance that's been engineered into your Traxxas model. Power Cell batteries deliver free-flowing power and maximum punch with premium quality construction. Optional Traxxas iD chargers (sold separately) auto-detect Traxxas iD Power Cell batteries and automatically set and optimize charge settings for unmatched charging safety and simplicity. For even greater speed and runtime, a full line of optional NiMH and LiPo batteries are available.

Traxxas High-Current Connector
The patented Traxxas High-Current Connectors funnel maximum power to your vehicle’s electronics. Traxxas High-Current Connectors let you get the quickest, safest charge for your battery so you can unleash the maximum power and runtime for your Traxxas vehicle.

Precision 2.4 GHz Control
Switch on the power and drive! That's all there is to it with the TQ™ 2.4 GHz radio system. There are no frequencies to manage, so the focus is on having fun. Race multiple vehicles side by side without interference. The TQ's advanced programming provides long-range control with smooth, glitch-free performance. The TQ's ergonomic design is comfortable for all day driving with an internal antenna that is impervious to damage.

3-channel Micro Receiver with Fail-Safe Security
The TQ 2.4 GHz micro receiver uses an integrated LINK button for fast and easy binding. A two-color LED indicates power-on and bind status for fool-proof control and convenience. In the event of signal loss, the receiver will automatically return the throttle to neutral and hold the last commanded steering position. The Fail Safe programming is conveniently built-in and does not need to be set or activated.

Waterproof Receiver Box
Bandit's innovative waterproof receiver box allows easy access to the receiver for maintenance. The unique patented design holds a 3-channel micro receiver that saves weight and provides reliable, long-range RC performance.

Extreme Heavy Duty Suspension Components
Bandit comes outfitted with factory-installed Extreme Heavy Duty suspension components for ultimate strength and durability. The rear axle carriers, C-hubs, and steering blocks are beefed up with extra material and stronger construction to withstand even the most brutal punishment.

Heavy Duty Suspension Arms
Molded from our toughest composite material, Bandit's heavy duty suspension arms provide just the right amount of flex to resist breaking. These suspension arms stand up to even the most punishing drivers for non-stop wheel-to-wheel racing.

High-Torque Waterproof Steering Servo
A high speed race buggy needs a powerful steering servo for responsive performance, and Traxxas delivers with the 2056 high-torque servo. This waterproof steering servo uses O-ring seals to keep the fun going when things get wet. Waterproof for all-weather action, the 2056 provides 80 oz-in of steering muscle.

Beadlock-Style Wheels and Alias Tires
Bandit rides on aggressive black and chrome multi-spoke wheels with pre-glued tires and foam inserts. Alias step-pin rear tires and ribbed front tires keep Bandit firmly planted on extreme off-road terrain.

Anaconda Tires
Transform your Bandit into a menacing street machine with available Anaconda 2.2″ street treads. These sticky, high-traction tires offer aggressive handling on paved surfaces. This proven design features large tread blocks to provide incredible grip and long-wearing performance. Buy them pre-glued and ready to install for instant on-road action.

Included Optional Pinion Gear
Bandit reaches its blistering 35+ mph top speed on-road using the optional 31-tooth pinion gear (included) and 7-cell 8.4 V battery pack. Out of the box, the installed 21-tooth pinion gear is just right for all-around, on or off-road action.

ProGraphix^® Body
Bandit's fully trimmed and painted ProGraphix bodies turn heads everywhere they go with their stunning looks and bold paint designs. Decals come pre-applied to save you time and get you driving just minutes out of the box. Traxxas' ProGraphix bodies are the hottest looking bodies around and are only available on Traxxas Ready-to-Race^® models.

Tube-Style Front Bumper
Bandit's rugged tube-style front bumper helps ward off crash damage to protect the chassis. The bumper also features bosses to mount accessory LED lights, parts 3791 & 2263 (sold separately).

Torque Control Slipper Clutch
The Torque-Control slipper clutch uses special semi-metallic friction pads and finned aluminum alloy pressure plates to dissipate heat and provide consistent traction control. The friction material remains stable across a wide temperature range to provide smooth, linear engagement you can count on, run after run. Spur gears remove and replace easily without altering the slipper adjustment.

Oil-Filled Ultra Shocks
Bandit's oil-filled Ultra Shocks utilize X-ring technology for a perfect seal and silky-smooth performance. They are easy to customize with a wide range of high-performance oils, springs, and pistons available. Features include pressure bladders for air/oil separation and spring clips to change precisely the ride height and spring pre-load tension. If their performance ever fades, refresh them in minutes with our inexpensive rebuild kits.

Powder Coated White Springs
White shock springs are race-tuned for more responsive handling and the long-lasting, white powder coated finish sets Bandit apart from the pack.

Motor Mount with Cooling Channels
The sealed gearbox protects the transmission components from dirt and rocks. The molded motor plate includes finned cooling channels where the motor mounts to the motor plate. The cooling channels work in conjunction with the internal Titan 12T motor fan to pull air through the motor for superior cooling.

Brushless Ready Magnum 272^™ Transmission
Bandit's Magnum 272 transmission features metal gears riding on ultra-smooth sealed ball bearings. Combined with the smooth 48-pitch gears, power transfers quietly to the durable telescoping U-joint driveshafts. The sealed gearbox protects the transmission components from dirt and rocks. Best of all, the Magnum 272 is built Traxxas Tough™ to handle massive brushless power without the need for costly upgrades.

Brushless-Ready Planetary Gear Differential
The planetary gear differential uses hardened steel internal gears for maximum strength during rigorous off-road bashing. This type of differential requires virtually no maintenance and its efficient design puts maximum tire-shredding power to the wheels.

Bellcrank Steering
A 35+ mph buggy needs a sophisticated steering design to provide razor-sharp handling and accurate steering response. Bandit’s high-performance bellcrank steering system minimizes bump steer to increase cornering stability.

Telescoping Driveshafts
Bandit's telescoping slider driveshafts are extremely durable and allow greater articulation for increased suspension travel.

Durable One-Piece Camber Links
Bandit's durable one-piece camber links are perfect for bashing because they maintain proper suspension geometry and never require adjustments. Captured rod ends provide unmatched durability and they won't pop off.

Hex Hardware
Bandit's hex-drive hardware provides a more positive and secure connection than other fasteners. The black-oxide coating provides a rust resistant high-tech look and feel.