The Nitro Rustler® sets the standard for high-performance 2WD nitro stadium trucks. Powered by the proven TRX® 2.5 Racing Engine, it dominates the competition with a top speed of 50 mph! The advanced 2.4 GHz TQi™ radio system features Traxxas Stability Management® (TSM), which enhances Nitro Rustler’s razor-sharp handling, giving you complete control in any terrain. With its power-sliding, dirt-roosting attitude, the Nitro Rustler will have you reaching for the throttle time and time again.
Features:
Traxxas Stability Management®
TRX®2.5 Racing Engine
TQi™ 2.4GHz radio system
Low-profile body, ProGraphix®paint scheme
Alias™ tires pre-glued on Twin-Spoke™ wheels
Powder coated white springs with gray shock bodies
Bolt-on rear wing with aluminum hardware
Rubber-sealed ball bearings
EZ-Start®electric starting system
2amp DC peak detecting fast charger
Tuned pipe exhaust system
Double deck 6061-T6 aluminum and composite chassis
Magnum 281™ transmission with ball bearings
Adjustable, easy-to-change gear ratios
X-Tra long, fiber-composite, suspension arms
Planetary differential with steel gears
Powerful disc brake
Telescoping, U-joint driveshafts
X-Tra long, high-volume, oil-filled Ultra Shocks™
SPEC COMPARISON CHART
EQUIPMENT
NITRO SPORT
NITRO RUSTLER
Engine
TRX®Pro.15
TRX®2.5 Racing Engine
Tires
Pro-Trax 2.2″
Alias 2.8″
Chassis
T6 Aluminum/composite
6061-T6 aluminum
Steering
Single point
Bellcrank
Top Speed
38+
50+ mph
Radio System
TQ (2-Channel)
TQi 2.4GHz (2-channel)
NITRO RUSTLER (#44096-3) SPECS
Length
17.25 inches (438 mm)
Front Track
12.5 inches (318 mm)
Rear Track
12.38 inches (314 mm)
Weight (no fuel)
73 ounces (2 kg)
Height (overall)
6 inches (152 mm)
Wheelbase
11.31 inches (287 mm)
Front Shock Length
Long
Rear Shock Length
XXLong
Wheel Diameter
2.8″ (72.4 mm)
Tires
4.1″ (105 mm)
Front Tires
Alias™ ribbed 2.8″
Rear Tires
Alias™ Step-Pin 2.8″
Front Wheels
2.8″ Twin-Spoke™ chrome
Rear Wheels
2.8″ Twin-Spoke™ chrome
Gear Ratio (internal)
2.81
Differential Type
Planetary gear
Gear Pitch
32-pitch
Transmission
Nitro Magnum 281™
Drive System
Shaft-driven 2WD
Driveshafts
Keyed telescoping U-joint
Steering
Bellcrank
Chassis Type
Double-decked
Chassis Material
6061-T6 aluminum
Radio System
Traxxas TQi™ 2.4GHz (2-channel) with TSM
Engine (fuel-powered)
TRX®2.5 Racing Engine w/ EZ-Start
Brake Type
Disc
Fuel Tank Capacity
75 cc
Top Speed
50+ mph
Included Accessories:
6-Cell EZ-Start battery, 2-amp Peak Detecting Fast Charger, 500cc fuel bottle, spare glow plug, extra air filter oil, and precision tool set