Traxxas Bandit^® XL-5
1/10 Scale, 2WD, Ready-To-Race^® RC Buggy

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. Contact Us.

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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. Learn more.

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MODEL 24254-8: Fully assembled, waterproof, Ready-To-Race^®, with TQ^™ 2.4 GHz radio system, XL-5^® Electronic Speed Control, 8.4 V NiMH 3000 mAh Power Cell^™ battery, 4-amp USB-C fast charger, and ProGraphix^® painted body.

* With 7-cell battery and included optional 31-tooth pinion gear.