KRATON BLX Radio Controlled Car
SCALE
1/8
MAX SPEED POSSIBLE
60+mph / 96+km/h
POWER TYPE
Brushless
BUILD STATUS
RTR
Saleable Part #
AR106029
Horizon Hobby Saleable Part #
ARAD81LG
BUILD CONFIGURATION OPTIONS
Mid Motor
DRIVE TYPE
4WD
VEHICLE TYPE
Speed Monster Truck
SURFACE
Off-road
LENGTH
594mm / 23.39"
WHEELBASE
377mm / 14.84"
RIDE HEIGHT
47mm / 1.85"
FRONT WIDTH
460mm / 18.11"
REAR WIDTH
460mm / 18.11"
HEIGHT
195mm / 7.68"
NUMBER OF DIFFERENTIALS
3
WEIGHT (NO BATTERY)
4.5kg / 9lbs 15oz
BATTERY RECOMMENDATIONS
4S or 6S Lipo (Hard or soft-case) within dimensions specified
WARRANTY LEVEL
2 Year Limited
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Bashers all over the world know what it takes to really blast in extreme conditions.
The KRATON 6S is primed for multi-surface driving action, no matter how hard the elements fight back. Equipped with super-strong steel, lightweight aluminum, and rugged composite materials, when you pilot the KRATON 6S, you are in charge of a really powerful force.
The KRATON 6S is primed for multi-surface driving action, no matter how hard the elements fight back. Equipped with super-strong steel, lightweight aluminum, and rugged composite materials, when you pilot the KRATON 6S, you are in charge of a really powerful force.
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No matter what conditions you decide to challenge, the KRATON 6S is built to perform. Tough composite materials are combined with durable, precision manufactured, steel meaning your KRATON 6S is designed to be tough.
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The KRATON 6S is ready to BLAST. Featuring an aggressively styled truck bodyshell that looks even better up-close and personal, with great attention to detail on the decal and body aesthetics.
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With aggressive sports truck styling and super-tough parts throughout, the KRATON 6S is designed for high-speed asphalt runs, chucking dirt roosters at the local park, and flying across rocks and rubble when the challenges become more extreme.
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Designed FAST. With almost endless 6S brushless power on tap from the ARRMA BLX 185 brushless system, there is nothing to hold back the KRATON 6S.
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Designed TOUGH. With a 3mm thick anodized aluminum chassis, three full-metal geared differentials, beefy suspension components and steel driveshafts throughout, the KRATON 6S BLX is ready for whatever you can throw at it.
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With a low-profile stance and equipped with a specially created nylon rear wing, the KRATON 6S is aerodynamic and really turns heads when you roll into town. When you pull the trigger you can expect superior handling and beautifully balanced flight from every jump.
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Equipped with a durable composite internal roll cage, the KRATON 6S can handle big hits, as its super-tough structure helps protect your bodyshell from damage.
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Don't just bash, BLAST. With seemingly endless power on tap, and a superbly set-up chassis, you are assured to have a blast with the KRATON 6S BLX.
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Chucking dirt, sand, mud, snow and gravel is easy with the KRATON 6S. Responsive 4WD helps you put the brutal BLX185 torque to the ground, putting you beyond previous speed limitations when you are lined-up for a drag race at the local parking lot. True all-terrain versatility.
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Secure battery mount system holds your batteries in TIGHT.
Two hook-and-loop straps, fitted perpendicular to each other, provide a secure fit for your batteries. The secure fit means batteries can be safely mounted side-by-side, or one on top of the other.
The battery tray incorporates a balance plug stowage area. Battery balance plugs are held in place with a rubber strap, keeping them away from rotating parts.
Wire routing clips fit to the long hook-and-loop strap and keep battery-to-ESC wires away from rotating parts of the model. The front upper brace of the battery adjusts itself to the height of your battery packs.
Two hook-and-loop straps, fitted perpendicular to each other, provide a secure fit for your batteries. The secure fit means batteries can be safely mounted side-by-side, or one on top of the other.
The battery tray incorporates a balance plug stowage area. Battery balance plugs are held in place with a rubber strap, keeping them away from rotating parts.
Wire routing clips fit to the long hook-and-loop strap and keep battery-to-ESC wires away from rotating parts of the model. The front upper brace of the battery adjusts itself to the height of your battery packs.
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Strong and durable wing mount design to add longevity when hard landings are on the menu. The KRATON 6S is ready for the rough stuff, straight from the box.
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Soaking-up a wide range of surfaces is made easy with the red anodized adjustable shocks. Factory-set to handle everything from fast speed runs to snow and mud chucking, no matter where you choose to bash, these high-quality units will keep you stable and in-control.
Shock cap protectors fitted to the KRATON 6S BLX prevent shock cap and bodyshell damage during upside-down moments.
A new, bigger, front bumper adds protection to the front end of the truck when the action gets rowdy.
Shock cap protectors fitted to the KRATON 6S BLX prevent shock cap and bodyshell damage during upside-down moments.
A new, bigger, front bumper adds protection to the front end of the truck when the action gets rowdy.
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The rear suspension of the KRATON 6S also features red anodized adjustable shocks. Both the front and rear shocks have been refined and include longer springs, 4mm shock shafts and an updated damper tune.
A new rear bumper adds protection to the rear-end of the truck.
A new rear bumper adds protection to the rear-end of the truck.
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High-wall composite dirt guards at the front of the chassis protect the electronics and the center transmission.
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The KRATON 6S BLX features an all-new radio box design. ESC and servo wires now pass through a foam seal that slides into the side of the radio box, meaning that these wires stay in place when the lid is removed.
There is a continuous rubber seal between the radio box base and the lid, protecting the receiver from the elements.
The radio box also has increased internal volume, allowing more room to fit aftermarket receivers.
There is a continuous rubber seal between the radio box base and the lid, protecting the receiver from the elements.
The radio box also has increased internal volume, allowing more room to fit aftermarket receivers.
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Updated front and rear composite chassis braces on the KRATON 6S offer increased strength and durability.
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The steering blocks on the KRATON 6S have been revised to add strength in this highly-stressed area.
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Aggressive and hard-wearing dBoots Minokawa MT all-terrain tires are mounted on strong black nylon wheels, giving you the traction you need to put the BLX brushless power straight onto your chosen surface. 17mm wheel hex fittings allow the use of a wide range of third-party wheel and tire combinations.
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Beefy front and rear gearboxes are strategically strengthened in key areas for high durability.
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Heavy-duty 4mm steel shock shafts take big-hits in their stride and offer amazing durability.
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A purposeful servo mount increases stiffness in the mounting of the servo, sharpening steering feel.
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The ADS-15M steering servo benefits from metal gears and is fully waterproof.
To provide fast and consistent steering response, the ADS-15M has 208oz-inch (15kg-cm) of torque at 7.2v.
At 1.6 x 0.8 x 1.5" (41 x 20 x 38mm) in size, this high-power steering servo is compact and highly capable.
To provide fast and consistent steering response, the ADS-15M has 208oz-inch (15kg-cm) of torque at 7.2v.
At 1.6 x 0.8 x 1.5" (41 x 20 x 38mm) in size, this high-power steering servo is compact and highly capable.
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The TTX300 radio system offers fast and consistent control for your ARRMA vehicle. Using 2.4Ghz technology, your ARRMA vehicle is controlled by a wheel and trigger style radio transmitter.
Ideal for new RC users and experienced bashing fans alike. Adjustable steering and throttle trim will allow you to easily tune your control experience to suit your individual needs.
Ideal for new RC users and experienced bashing fans alike. Adjustable steering and throttle trim will allow you to easily tune your control experience to suit your individual needs.
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Equipped with three metal-geared differential units, as standard, ARRMA understand the importance of durability and control. Easy-access front and rear diff units will allow you to carry-out maintenance in minutes. This means you spend less time wrenching, so you can have more time bashing.
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The BLX 2050kV brushless motor provides speed and torque and is perfectly balanced for use with the BLX185 ESC unit.
A beautifully etched black aluminum motor can provides a premium look, whilst a four-pole internal configuration keeps the power supply smooth and consistent.
Gold bullet connectors allow fast and easy wire removal when you need to clean your vehicle.
The aluminum motor can offers increased heat dissipation from the finned body section.
A dual motor shaft flat section provides safe and secure pinion gear fit.
A beautifully etched black aluminum motor can provides a premium look, whilst a four-pole internal configuration keeps the power supply smooth and consistent.
Gold bullet connectors allow fast and easy wire removal when you need to clean your vehicle.
The aluminum motor can offers increased heat dissipation from the finned body section.
A dual motor shaft flat section provides safe and secure pinion gear fit.
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The included BLX185 150A waterproof ESC provides consistent power control and is 6S LiPo ready.
Fitted with reliable XT90 connectors and sporting a built-in cooling fan for reduced heat during intense driving action, the BLX185 ESC has over-voltage protection, and a two-stage LiPo cut off for added cell management.
The fitted 10AWG high-quality wires and 6V BEC unit are combined with a three-mode throttle profile (FWD/REVERSE/BRAKE) to provide the ultimate driving experience.
Recommended battery specification: 5000mAh - 35C minimum - per battery pack
Fitted with reliable XT90 connectors and sporting a built-in cooling fan for reduced heat during intense driving action, the BLX185 ESC has over-voltage protection, and a two-stage LiPo cut off for added cell management.
The fitted 10AWG high-quality wires and 6V BEC unit are combined with a three-mode throttle profile (FWD/REVERSE/BRAKE) to provide the ultimate driving experience.
Recommended battery specification: 5000mAh - 35C minimum - per battery pack
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Ready to run out of the box. The KRATON 6S BLX is supplied fully built, with high quality electronics pre-installed.
Just add batteries, a charger and a LiPo charging bag and you are ready to blast.
Just add batteries, a charger and a LiPo charging bag and you are ready to blast.
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A high-quality 2.4Ghz radio transmitter and receiver, wheels and high-performance dBoots tires, waterproof ESC and steering servo and a pre-painted bodyshell are all included, as standard.
Please check the vehicle specifications for exact details of what is included in the box and what is required to get your ARRMA vehicle running.
Please check the vehicle specifications for exact details of what is included in the box and what is required to get your ARRMA vehicle running.
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Designed to be FAST, designed to be TOUGH. ARRMA want you to progress your RC experience by accessing more power, resulting in faster performance.
With an easy-to-access upgrade path, you can increase the inbuilt potential of your ARRMA vehicle as your skills develop; increasing your performance has never been easier. Follow our dedicated Speed Card information to better understand how you can keep getting faster.
With an easy-to-access upgrade path, you can increase the inbuilt potential of your ARRMA vehicle as your skills develop; increasing your performance has never been easier. Follow our dedicated Speed Card information to better understand how you can keep getting faster.
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Fully waterproof ESC, steering servo and radio receiver box are standard. This means that hitting the roughest terrains, in the most extreme conditions, will be no problem. Rain, mud, snow, dirt and anything else you want to bash your way through.
ARRMA waterproof electronics are ready for action.
* For details on waterproof standards, please refer to the product instruction manuals
ARRMA waterproof electronics are ready for action.
* For details on waterproof standards, please refer to the product instruction manuals
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ARRMA will support your investment for two years. With our impressive limited warranty helping to keep you running for longer.
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