Fun fact the fiesta rally st uses the same chassis, and is among the cheapest 4wd 10th scale traxxas models. Not a bad place to start for those on a budget or intending to customize anyhow. Plus the rally body looks awesome :)

Good to see some up-tick in short course. What I was sick of 10 years ago, now intrigues me again. Thanks!

Bought a slash ultimate over 10yrs ago it’s still going. I really like the new ones thinking about picking one up. Love the oversized threaded shocks and the chassis has always impressed. It’s the best Traxxas made imo. The only one I’ve owned that doesn’t track left to right the whole time. I hate constantly trying to 0 the steering on Traxxas models. Nice vid very informative I want one even more now✊

I have 3 of these now . This vehicle brought me back into Rc ❤

4:25 : I love how Francis interrupts himself because he can’t wait to tell us more about this short course beast !

I'd have to agree, the 4x4 slash has been a staple in the traxxas lineup. I know less in terms of track performance as I do durability, ease of finding upgrades, warranty stuff. The truck just lasts and lasts, and it cam do a few things well. They make good basher, they can be fast and it sounds like they can be set up for track successfully.

Wow you dropped it like it's hot. I've seen other channels talk about all the upgrades but the performance you are stating is amazing. WHEN RUBBER HITS THE ROAD

Hands down, traxxas’ best bang for your buck. Great car. Super durable.

As a rc technician all of my customers just want to have have fun I always tell them buy what they can afford just don't forget durability traxxas is the best in the business. Your videos. ARE AWESOME Sir thank you

Excellent review as usual. I personally own about 8 slashes in 1/10. Been racing them for the last 10 years on road. Excellent for that as well.

I bought mine in 2010. Amazing that it still exists on the market.

You aint lying. I wish traxxas made a ultimate version on all the 3s trucks. Ultimate Hoss, ultimate rustler, stampede. I'd grab them all.

I've had mine since the beginning of November 2021 It's AWESOME so many installed options, so much bang for the buck. THAT Being said, the tires are a trash street tire and poorly glued to the rims of such a fast R/C. It easily overheats on 3s Lipo on a short course AND the tires destroy the inner fenders because they rub. No matter what you do ya gotta get better springs because the belly scrapes on every landing.

OOOOOO...That is sweet mate...something to really drool about haha...keep the good stuff coming Frances ....love it👍👍👍

Don't forget that it also has an aluminum slipper bearing adaptor!

I did this on my Stampede. It works great! I used a 3/32" first, then a 3/16".

I am deciding whether to get the Slash ultimate or the VXL as I have a low cut grass track. There are attributes of the VXL that I like over the Ultimate. Like the exposed steering servo which makes it extremely easier to center the servo horn. I already have a Rustler VXL and a Hoss VXL that are both heavily modded. GTR shocks and VG Racing springs, Traxxas 2250 steering servo on the Rustler and 2255 on the Hoss, ST Racing Aluminum Bellcrank, Center Diff Kit on Rustler to replace the slipper clutch, fans on ESC and motor, steel axles, Pro-line aluminum hubs, Aluminum hexes, Aluminum motor mount, Pro-line Trencher LP on Rustler and standard size Trenchers on Hoss. Also swapped the Hoss body for a Rustler body to give a lower appearance and possibly a lower stance. Am considering upgrading the stock 3500 motor on the Slash to a 540XL. I like the torque and it still has balls to the wall speed for my grass short course. I would be applying all of these upgrades out of the box. So I’m leaning toward a Slash VXL rather than buying something that has some upgrades and the pan with the buried servo.

I'd love to know what body was on the Slash in the race. Those vents in the back look nice.

My first RTR shortcourse truck👍 Another awesome RTR is the discontinued Losi ten scte troy lee design.

A very thorough review. I enjoyed it.

I have the tendency tt pro and love it last week I bought a traxxas slash ultimate and it rips blistering speed

2S or 3S battery? I just acquired the Slash Ultimate. Any suggested changes out of the box? Gear changes made? It’s $499 now with lots of extras. PLMK ASAP. Thank you for your time and the video. Stay safe! 😎👊

I have two slashes one is a super monster slash . The other is set up for the Tuned for the track.

What's your opinion on the Losi Ten-SCTE 3.0 compared to the Slash Ultimate? I already have the Slash Ultimate for my son, but I would like to know if I should buy thee Losi for myself. If it's better I would, if not then I rather buy another Slash Ultimate. Basically, I want to know which one is better handling. Thanks in advance.

i am debating between this one and traxxas UDR. which would you recommend in terms of fun and durability factor? alternative body choices, it's clear the slash is the winner. but out of box, the traxxas udr looks too good.

Do you recommend to change the axles to steel/alu, etc.... as I understand they might break easy???

Hi, it could be not new but it's so different!! Very nice.Ciao, Nanni

I like every video before I even watch. Loved this one tho cuz I got an ultimate

That 2075 is anything but fast, maybe by crawling standards it is. It's also one of the biggest complaints from people who own them, including myself.

Subscribed... I got one recently and it's so fun

Hey francis what’s your take on the UDR

Thanks Francis for this. I was looking into getting an RTR short course truck just for fun.

Just wondering if you are from Canada because the link is $35 US. I paid $30 at LHS.

Great Short Course 💪 Cheers 😃

Love the Slash

Just picked one up yesterday. Partly because of this great review. I only buy Traxxas and only their absolute best models. I’ve owned quite a few rc’s. The sledge, maxx v2 we’re my only ones I hadn’t sold until now. All bound to one controller with the link. Doubt I’ll be buying anymore anytime soon This completes the collection unless I get into crawling which I doubt.

Thing is that car the ultimate edition in oz 🐨.. is a thousand bucks.. the team associated is around three hundred less . Biggest difference between team associated and Traxxas is the racing heritage that is with team associated. Even though short course in 4wd has taken a huge backseat compared to 2wd.... For just bashing Traxxas because of its parts availablity (when they aren't as stretched due to current supply being short for spare parts.. ordered things last april eventually gave up and bought from ebay instead of the hobby shop the order was placed with..) team associated depending on where in world , what shops are stocking the cars and parts vs the cars only (where practically everything part wise has to be ordered.. ).. I have a team associated from 2014 (bought then but it was around for release wise about 2 or 3 years. ) I still have it. Its been 100% bulletproof.. not one broken part.. Ive only about 6 months ago bought a used Traxxas slash 4x4 ultimate in roller form (i put a max 10 in it.. ) Haven't pushed it as hard yet as i did the team associated so cant say its good as or not.. Thing is if i bought another sct I'd be looking at the tekno sct410.3... as it is something you could regard as race spec. Vs the team associated pro4 or the slash.

What body is being used in the racing portion of the video?

What wheels should I get for dirt or drifting

I've wanted one of these for quite a long time, but I'm hesitant because of the low cg chassis. I'm worried I would lose some ability to drive through my yard as it tends to be pretty rough. I wish Traxxas would make "Ultimate" versions of some other vehicles like the Rustler.

Just curious, does this truck have the same motor as the Rustler 2WD VXL? Love my Rustler. I'm trying to decide only first 4WD vehicle and I've been considering the Maxx V2 as well. Too many options. Have any thoughts you can share? Thank you in advance sir.

Do you have a video on venting your slash 4x4 ???

You can make the extended battery mount fit in the slash 4x4

i got the ult but what is the differ than the pro verson according to google the pro is faster and wider but i dont think this is the right answer please help

Where do you race , I’m in the Bay Area also, would love to run my slashes

Try the Traxxas anaconda wheels on the slash for a awesome parking lot racer.

You need to try the Hobao Hyper 10sc roller. Build that into the ultimate short course racer👌

On the slash I you will break stuff pretty quick on 3s. I found the need to upgrade to RPM A-arms, MIP drive shafts, Traxxas HD center diff or an HD Slipper, XO-1 front & Rear diffs, bell cranks, servo, Mamba X & 3800kv and 17mm hubs. It runs great and mostly doesn't break anymore. The slash is a fun one to run/race with friends.

Great 🎉 Review!!

Love the video.. but shouldn't you guy's be going around the other way.. you kno left turns?

Just picked up my 2nd ultimate. 499$ plus another 25$ off or free 49$ light kit. Best bang for your buck.

amazing review

Got my slash ultimate last weekend and didn’t even get a full run in before it melted the telemetry sensor to the slipper, melted the pads and tore teeth off the spur gear. Replaced it with a new slipper a friend had and within 2-3 mins of a run it kept getting loose and burning the spur. Ordered another slipper with the heavy duty rebuild kit and telemetry sensor. Hopefully the heavy duty will fix my problems.

How fast doesn’t it go on 2s? 30 mph

Yes they are great😃

4:50 it is not sagging because is fast and low to the ground, it is sagging because of a shabby and improper setup 😂, these shocks come with extremely mild springs that don’t really do anything.

Losi Tenacity not in this line up. Review that before crowning Traxxas

Pro4 Runs Head to Head if not Better than the traxxas and Darn near 1/2 the money

I remember the days of racing rc10ss and rc10t's lol

i want that black chevy body

You HAVE to gear down with 3s or it will cook the motor. Keep it under 150F* or it will cook.

It's funny... the Slash Ultimate is only $200 Aud less than a Mojave 6s in Australia..... 🤣 I know which one I'd be choosing! The best SCT ever made: Mojave.

Nice

I have to know...WHERE CAN I GET THE TACOMA BODY?????

I love my Ultimate....BUT!!! As usual, the electronics from Traxxas belongs in the bin. Your doing an upgrade video right? :)

I'll take the Associated all day

clearly from the video the Pro4 Runs head to head with the Slash if not better- and darn near1/2 the money

That’s 2075r not x Francis

hobao hyper 10sc is better.. do a comparison

just buy the Arrma Typhon 6s... Less money and ALLLLLLOT faster on dirt and tarmac! (I got both Rc's)

and for 550 the Ultimate still has crappy Drive shafts

Asain? Of filipino?

At my race track the Slashes almost always finish last. Half the time they break and are unable to finish. Also, that servo is incredibly slow by racing standards.

Imagine still thinking the Slash is a good RTR in comparison to the rest of the market in 2022

Love the slash, but it isn’t a real short course truck. Its really a basher, dont matter how much aluminum traxxas puts in it, still a basher, team associated, losi, and tekno make real, good , performance driven short course trucks. Just to clarify

Wrong lol sorry Ive owned it and it's a average sct tbh lol if u want the best out of box stock sct 4x4 it's losi tenacity sorry to say it

Nope, I see the Associated kicking it’s ass all the way…

Ummm no, Tekno wayyyy better than any of these. SCT410 far more durable, tuneable, cornering, jumping, landing, not even in the same league...

Still just a traxxas though, you can only make a crappy chassis so good.

I bought one of these based on your review, and why I no longer subscribe or watch your reviews, POS RC.

Sorry but this is one of the most overpriced and underperforming rtr trucks you can buy. Spend $550 and it doesn’t come with fan on esc or metal gear servo.

Please don't buy this over priced garbage! Buy the Aarma Mojave 4s. Why? Traxxas electronics are trash, you will get a few runs, then it runs out of puff. Mine ran for 5 minutes then over heated and stops. The servo is lack luster and also trash and will stop working. The shock them selves are great, the springs are way to soft, and the oil is way too thin. So you have to replace all the slashes electronics and transmitter, so expensive. The Mojave runs all day, replace nothing saving hundreds.

Traxxas is overpriced crap!👎👎👎

I have ARRMA.. but I see the difference between the Traxxas... I think Traxxas is better than the arrma ... CZ they have their products for such a long time they don't change it they will upgrade it That's the best part so the parts everything is really built is good... I just want to go to a Traxxas...