Traxxas Maxx 1/10 Scale 4WD Brushless Electric Monster Truck, Blue
Price as of August 2026
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Our Review
The Traxxas Maxx (1/10) is where a lot of people should start with brushless monster trucks. It's more affordable and more manageable than its bigger siblings while keeping the durability that makes Traxxas popular. Here's the rundown.
Pros
- Brushless speed and Traxxas toughness at a lower price than the bigger trucks
- 1/10 scale is easier to store, transport, and run in smaller spaces
- Cheaper batteries than 1/8 and 8S setups
- Big aftermarket and parts availability
Cons
- Batteries and charger still cost extra
- Smaller and less dramatic than the Sledge or X-Maxx
- Fast enough to break parts if you send it hard
- Can feel twitchy for total beginners at full power
Detailed Analysis
The right first brushless truck
The Maxx hits a sweet spot: fast enough to be exciting, tough enough to survive learning mistakes, and small enough that you don't need a field to enjoy it. For someone stepping up from a cheap hobby-grade truck, it's the natural next rung without the cost and size of the bigger models.
Running costs stay reasonable
You still need batteries and a charger, but 1/10 packs are the cheapest of the three trucks here, so the total investment is easier to manage. Grab a spare battery or two and you'll get solid run time before recharging. Parts are everywhere if you do break something.
Final Verdict
The most sensible starting point in Traxxas's brushless monster truck range. It delivers most of the fun of the bigger trucks for less money and less hassle. Start here unless you specifically want the size of the Sledge or X-Maxx.
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