Is the Rustler 4X4 VXL worth it over the 2WD Rustler?

Yes if you run on loose dirt, grass or snow, where 4WD puts the brushless power down instead of spinning. The 2WD is cheaper and simpler, but it struggles to use the VXL's power.

What do I need to run it?

A 2S or 3S LiPo pack with a Traxxas connector and a compatible LiPo charger, both sold separately. A 3S pack plus 20/54 gearing is what gets you to the 65+ mph claim.

How fast is it out of the box?

Traxxas rates it at 65+ mph with a 3-cell LiPo and 20/54 gearing. On a 2-cell LiPo with stock gearing it is noticeably slower, roughly in the 40s mph.

The VXL-3s ESC and electronics are waterproof, so it can run in wet grass, puddles and light rain. Don't submerge it, and dry and lubricate it after wet runs.

The truck, TQi 2.4 GHz radio, Velineon brushless motor and ESC, and basic tools. Battery, charger and LiPo-safe charging gear are not included.

The best new price was $399.95 at Amazon as of November 4, 2026. Traxxas MAP pricing keeps discounts rare, so watch bundle deals with battery and charger rather than the truck alone.

Where can I buy the Traxxas Rustler 4X4 VXL Brushless Stadium Truck?

5 stores we checked sell it, including Mikes Hobby, RC Street Shop, eBay, Park Lane Hobbies, Amazon.

Traxxas Rustler 4X4 VXL Brushless Stadium Truck

Q: Where is the Traxxas Rustler 4X4 VXL Brushless Stadium Truck cheapest?

At Amazon, for $399.95, as of our latest check.

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Our take on the Traxxas Rustler 4X4 VXL Brushless Stadium Truck

The Rustler 4X4 VXL is Traxxas's brushless 1:10 stadium truck, a four-wheel-drive version of the long-running Rustler built for bashing. It runs the Velineon brushless system and VXL-3s waterproof ESC, and Traxxas rates it at 65+ mph on a 3-cell LiPo with 20/54 gearing. It comes ready to run with the TQi 2.4 GHz radio, but battery and charger are sold separately. The best new price is $399.95 at Amazon as of November 4, 2026, with 5 stores listing it new.