What motor is in the Traxxas Rustler?
Velineon 3500 brushless motor
VXL vehicles are equipped with the powerful Velineon brushless power system. The Velineon 3500 brushless motor and VXL-3s electronic speed control combine to pump out dirt-chewing, wheelie-popping torque and power. It’s fast done the Traxxas way, capable of speeds in excess of 70+mph!
Is the xl5 LiPo compatible?
The XL-5 features a completely waterproof design, three throttle profiles, low voltage detection, Thermal Shutdown Protection, 4-7 cell NiMH and 2-cell LiPo compatibility, and built-in BEC.
Can a Traxxas xl5 handle 3S?
The Traxxas 3025 XL-5 HV brushed electronic speed control works with the high-voltage 3S LiPo battery packs for greater efficiency and power. This is replacement hardware for use on Traxxas vehicles; consult your user’s manual for exact parts listings.
How many volts can a Traxxas xl5 handle?
4-7 NiMH cells or 2 LiPo cells (2S) Only: The XL-5 can only accept a maximum input voltage of 8.4 volts.
How fast can a Traxxas Rustler go?
The brushed version of the Traxxas Rustler 2wd comes with a 12 Turn 550 brushed motor and can reach speeds of 35 mph out of the box.
How do you make a rustler faster?
How to Make Your Rustler Go Faster
- Learn how to add Extreme Velineon Brushless Power.
- Remove the old motor and Electronic Speed Control (ESC)
- Installing the new ESC.
- Plug in the new ESC.
- Step 4: Remove the original motor.
- Step 5: Install the new brushless motor.
- Step 6: Reassemble the truck.
- Step 6: Finishing up.
Why is my xl5 ESC flashing green and red?
If the Low-Voltage Detection (LVD) is “ON” when a nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery is used an ESC may show the over-voltage alarm, indicated by a flashing red and green light. If you have a Lithium Polymer (LiPo) battery, connect it to the ESC and turn it on.
Can a Traxxas xl5 handle 2S LiPo?
You cannot use that battery with this vehicle. You also cannot use any 3s LiPo battery with the XL-5 ESC. You are limited to 2s LiPos.
Can you run 3s LiPo on xl5?
You also cannot use any 3s LiPo battery with the XL-5 ESC. Battery #2843X would work with this vehicle, but you must activate the low-voltage detection feature on the ESC.
How many amps are in a xl5 ESC?
| Input voltage: | 4-8 Cells (4.8 to 9.6 Volts DC) |
|---|---|
| Peak Current – Forward: | 100A |
| Peak Current – Reverse: | 60A |
| Braking Current: | 60A |
| Continuous Current: | 14A |