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Traxxas TQ 2.4 GHz 2-Channel Radio Transmitter (#6516)

Traxxas TQ 2.4 GHz 2-Channel Radio Transmitter (#6516)

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  • Lowest price today: $59.95 at Atlanta Hobby (checked Nov 13, 2026).
  • Checked at 22 stores.

Our take on the Traxxas TQ 2.4 GHz 2-Channel Radio Transmitter (#6516)

The Traxxas TQ is a 2-channel 2.4 GHz radio transmitter sold as a replacement for the unit that ships with most Traxxas ready-to-run vehicles. It is the stock radio for a long list of models, from the Bandit and Slash to the TRX-4 and T-Maxx, so it is the direct swap when an original transmitter is lost or damaged. It is a basic, dependable radio rather than an upgrade: no telemetry, no model memory, no expo or mixing. Buyers get it to restore a truck to running condition, not to gain tuning features.

Best forReplacing a lost or broken stock Traxxas transmitterRestoring a Traxxas RTR vehicle to running conditionCasual bashers who want a simple two-channel radioKeeping a second transmitter on hand for a family fleet
Pros
  • Direct replacement for the stock radio on most Traxxas RTRs
  • 2.4 GHz link avoids the frequency conflicts of older AM radios
  • Simple two-channel layout with steering and throttle trim
  • Wide compatibility across 1/16, 1/10 and TRX-4 models
  • No pairing or binding hassle beyond the standard Traxxas procedure
Cons
  • No model memory, so each vehicle needs its own transmitter
  • No expo, dual rates or mixing for fine tuning
  • No telemetry or failsafe adjustment beyond the basics
  • Requires four AA batteries, which are not included

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Traxxas TQ 2.4 GHz 2-Channel Radio Transmitter (#6516) price history

Lowest price we've seen: $59.95 on Nov 13 at HobbyTown. Tracked across 14 stores since Nov 13.

What reviewers say

Owners treat the TQ as a plain, reliable stock radio. It does the job for bashing and is easy to replace, but hobbyists who want tuning features move up to a programmable radio.

What people mention
  • SimplicityPraisedOwners like that it is a basic two-channel radio that is quick to set up and use.
  • ReliabilityPraisedThe 2.4 GHz link is reported to hold up well for casual bashing.
  • Tuning featuresCriticisedReviewers note the lack of expo, dual rates and model memory compared with programmable radios.
  • BatteriesMixedIt runs on four AA batteries, which some owners find inconvenient to keep stocked.

About the Traxxas TQ 2.4 GHz 2-Channel Radio Transmitter (#6516)

This is a replacement Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz 2-channel radio transmitter, part number 6516. It is included as standard equipment with most Traxxas RTR vehicles.

It works with vehicles equipped with a TQ radio receiver. It is used with RC car bashers, racers, crawlers and boats.

Part number
6516
Band
2.4GHz
Channels
2
Input voltage
4.8V (4 AA batteries required)
Range
Full
Application
RC car bashers, racers, crawlers and boats
Requires
4 AA batteries for the transmitter; a vehicle equipped with a TQ radio receiver
Replacement for
1/16 E-Revo, 1/16 Slash 4WD, 1/16 Summit, 4-Tec 2.0 AWD Chassis, Bandit, BIGFOOT No. 1 Officially Licensed Replica, Blast, Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, Factory Five '33 Hot Rod Coupe, Factory Five '35
Accessory for
TRX-4 Sport Unassembled Kit
In the box
1 Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz 2-channel radio transmitter, 1 product manual

Questions and answers

Will this transmitter work with my Traxxas truck?
It is the stock replacement for most Traxxas RTR vehicles, including the Slash, Stampede, Rustler, Bandit, T-Maxx and TRX-4. Check your model against the compatibility list before buying.
Does it come with a receiver?
No. This is the transmitter only. You need a Traxxas receiver already installed in the vehicle, plus four AA batteries for the transmitter.
Can I use one transmitter for several Traxxas vehicles?
No. The TQ has no model memory, so each vehicle needs its own transmitter or a rebind each time.
Is this an upgrade over the stock radio?
No. It is the same basic radio that ships with most Traxxas RTRs. For expo, model memory or telemetry, look at a programmable radio instead.
Does it need to be bound to the receiver?
Yes, it uses the standard Traxxas binding procedure to link with the receiver in your vehicle.
Where is the Traxxas TQ 2.4 GHz 2-Channel Radio Transmitter (#6516) cheapest?
At Atlanta Hobby, for $59.95, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Traxxas TQ 2.4 GHz 2-Channel Radio Transmitter (#6516)?
22 stores we checked sell it, including Eugene Toy & Hobby, RC-N-Go, Atlanta Hobby, Mike's Hobby, THE RC SHOP.

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