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    Axial Grave Digger Monster Jam Truck 1/10th

     
    $399.99
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    Over the past decade, Axial has been synonymous with crawlers and the scale trail community for creating vehicles that inspire endless adventure and creative freedom. Something interesting started to evolve and a trend began to appear, 4WD straight axle Monster Jam® Trucks. What’s usually the first thought that comes to mind when someone mentions Monster Jam? Grave Digger® – who is sitting right up on top! The iconic black, purple, and green graveyard themed paint job has been haunting and thrilling fans for over 30 years. Axial went all out when designing the chassis and roll cage for the SMT10™ Grave Digger Monster Jam Truck. Very similar to modern era full size monster trucks, this chassis was developed for maximum strength and an extremely detailed appearance. Not to mention, it’s the first true-to-scale 4WD straight axle Monster Jam Truck available on the market today!
     
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    FEATURES
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    SMT10™ TUBE FRAME CHASSIS
    Axial went all out when designing the chassis and roll cage for the SMT10™ Grave Digger Monster Jam Truck. Very similar to the modern era full size monster trucks, this chassis was developed for maximum strength and an extremely detailed appearance. The chassis offers many pivot points for suspension tuning. Scale realism and strength are achieved through triangulation of the chassis tubes, making it ready for maximum attack and hard core Monster Truck bashing.

     
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    2.2 BKT MONSTER JAM TIRES
    BKT is the official and exclusive tire manufacturer of Monster Jam and its fleet of monster trucks. BKT has designed and developed the special BKT Monster Jam Tire, a purpose-built tire to handle the rigors of Monster Jam Truck racing and freestyle competition. The 1/10 scale BKT tire is modeled to provide scale realism and maximum performance for your Axial Monster Jam Truck.

     

    HEAVY DUTY HYDRAULIC RAM STYLE STEERING LINKS
    For steering, we’ve designed a heavy duty tie rod, drag link, and simulated scale hydraulic ram steering link to help get the massive BKT tires pointed in the right direction so you can stay on course.

     
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    TRAILING ARM 4-LINKED REAR SUSPENSION
    The SMT10™ features the proven AR60 axle with a trailing arm 4-linked rear suspension and additional shock mounting positions.

     

    AR60 OCP-AXLE™
    The AR60 OCP-Axle™ is constructed from high strength composite material which has a low flex rate but is not as brittle as standard glass filled nylon. The combination of our axles and a true 4-link suspension gives you optimal performance for any terrain with the look of a real 1:1 vehicle.

    • Off-center pumpkin design
    • Axle tubes are reinforced with a boxed-in axle truss
    • High strength composite material
    • Updated steering knuckles for dual shear, also eliminates secondary bolt on plate
    • Updated differential cover and servo mount for new look

     
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    AX10 TRANSMISSION
    Updated Dual Pad slipper system with 32 Pitch gearing. New slipper design uses a pad on each side of the spur gear for added surface area. More precise tuning and holding power. Stronger 32P gearing for high torque applications. 56T Spur / 11T Pinion RTR gearing for 3S. Includes 16T Pinion for 2S.

    • Three gear layout
    • Metal motor plate
    • 32P gearing
    • Heavy duty slipper
    • Sealed gear cover

     

    WB8 HD DRIVESHAFTS
    Updated design for larger diameter crosspin (2x11mm) for added strength. New center splined slider floats between each end, added material on this part reduces flex and fatigue.

     
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    MULTIPLE SHOCK MOUNTING POSITIONS
    We've included a variety of shock mounting points for running dual shock setups and for additional suspension tuning options. There’s also additional mounting points on the cage and at the axle for moving your shocks to a more scale, vertical position if desired.

     

    REAR SWAYBAR FOR ADDED STABILITY
    A rear sway bar is included to help keep torque twist and body lean to a minimum during acceleration. A sway bar's main function is to control body roll, yet still allow your shocks to move vertically with the changing terrain. The SMT10™ chassis design allows you to add an optional sway bar to the front.

     
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    RECEIVER BOX, WATERPROOF
    The waterproof receiver box utilizes three different silicone seals: one for the antenna, one for the servo wires (includes three slots for three channels), and one acts as a gasket for the receiver box cover. No more stress when running in mud, water, or snow!

     

     

    EASY ACCESS BATTERY TRAY
    The battery tray can be easily accessed at the rear of the vehicle. To install your battery, remove one pin, swing out the tray door and slide the battery pack in. The tray is fully height adjustable with four screws, making room for most standard sized 2S and 3S LiPo battery packs.

     
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    GRAVE DIGGER REPLICA POLYCARBONATE BODY
    • .040 polycarbonate replica of the classic Grave Digger 1950 panel van
    • .040 scale interior with driver figure
    • Chrome Zoomie style headers

     

    GLOW IN THE DARK
    Glow in the dark helmet set included!

     
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    2.2 MONSTER TRUCK WHEELS (silver)
    2.2 monster truck wheels molded from a blend of high quality nylon materials for strength and durability with a solid 12mm hex mount.

    • 12mm hex mount
    • Breather holes
    • Foam inserts included

     

    HEAVY DUTY C-HUBS
    Monster Jam trucks are known for wild, high flying action, so we’ve strengthened the front c-hubs to help take on hard impacts from jumps and extreme bashing!

     
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    DUAL SLIPPER CLUTCH
    Our dual slipper design uses a pad on each side of the spur gear for added surface area. This allows for more precise tuning and holding power. The spur gear features strong, 32 pitch gearing for high torque applications.

    • Slipper design uses a pad on each side of the spur gear for added surface contact area
    • More precise tuning and holding power
    • Strong 32P gear pitch for high torque applications

     

    TACTIC TTX300 3-CHANNEL SLT RADIO
    Sport-level racers and bashers will appreciate the Tactic TTX300's many popular features, along with its amazing adjustability. It features a programmable 3rd channel making for incredible versatility; it can operate functions such as two-speed shifting, winches and lights, making it ideal for a vast array of opportunities. Need more reasons? There's SLT (Secure Link Technology), which creates an unbreakable link between the receiver and your transmitter with push-button ease.

     
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    TACTIC 3-CHANNEL 2.4GHz RECEIVER
    The Tactic TR325 2.4GHz receiver uses no crystals and features an internal antenna, so you'll experience worry free driving without frequency conflicts or antenna damage. This lightweight, compact, and bind button equipped receiver with LED indicator makes setup easy!

     

    AE-5 ESC, WATERPROOF
    The Axial AE-5 ESC is 3S LiPo capable yet easily switched “in the field” between LiPO and NiMh battery types with a simple jumper – no more complex procedures.

     

    • Male Star Plug lead - compatible with the most common polarized plug.
    • Jumper 1 provides a simple plug and play choice between LiPo or NiMh.
    • Jumper 2 switches Drag Brake settings.
    • Waterproof design with Star Plug / laser etched heat sink.

     
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    METAL GEAR TACTIC SERVO, 151 oz-in, WATER RESISTANT
    The included Tactic TSX45 metal gear servo is rated at 151 oz-in of torque for massive turning power and dual ball bearings provide smooth and precise movement for the metal gear train.
     

    27T MOTOR
    The Axial 27T motor supplies plenty of power for powering over obstacles, jumping, and bashing!

     
     
     
    REQUIRED ITEMS (not included)

     



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    OK... yeah, that's awesome! Truly looks and behaves like the real thing!

     

    I have never owned an Axial before... and will hold off! Just, Axial, PLEASE don't offer a Captain's Curse... my bank account wouldn't take it!

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    13 minutes ago, Tug said:

    I guess if it's rock-racer based, then it's in the 25 to 30 mph category? 

    My 2 speed Wraith ain't slow on 3s/55t so 3s27t should be amusing.

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    Damn, I just watched the video twice in succession...

     

    I might not even need the Captain's Curse! :dribble:

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    Wonder if they will do a purple 30th anniversary edition.  Like my traxxas one.  

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    .... and charge $300 for the pleasure of owning the purple 30th edition - there is / was a body on Ebay (more bashing!!) for stupid money!

     

    My eldest has one on his Stampede, with headlamps and 'eyes'.

     

    Best thing about this is the 'extras', like the glow in the dark helmet - not many think of that!!

     

    I do like it - it's been a long time coming.

     

    Al.

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    1 hour ago, Nitroholic said:

    If the platform sells, I am sure they will do other chassis colours and shells

    I wonder if generic 1:10 bodies will fit. The Yeti bodies by Proline look like they might work. As it uses the AR60, there's going to be lots of things to play with straight away. 4x4x4 anyone?

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    Hmmm, now this looks nice... A bit of a shame about the price.

    But when you considering the new SCX10 II is even more and that's not really 'new' the price looks a little better.

    Very cool looking thing this and let's be honest, who doesn't like triple backflips! ^_^

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    10 hours ago, sean-vrs said:

     

    will you be having two then :P

     Nah I'll do like you and just bitch and moan and buy nothing then get my spoon out to stir the pot up :lol:

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    My only gripe is an easily fixed one, it's seriously lacking in the wheel department, the new proline wheels and tyres should look spot on especially with a bit of painting too.

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    47 minutes ago, mydoddy69 said:

     Nah I'll do like you and just bitch and moan and buy nothing then get my spoon out to stir the pot up :lol:

     

    Dont buy anything! My wife would disagree with that :ssh:

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    i was ready to hate this as soon as i saw "axial" (dont ask me why i just cant seem to like any of their products) but having just watched the video i actually really like this! it looks so scale when jumping and bouncing about! i really hope they release a few other branded trucks so i can buy several and build a monster jam course for me and the boy!!! 

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    Love the chassis. Not keen on the wheels or body (not a Grave Digger fan) but looks very good.

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    1/10 with 1/14 scale body, or all 1/14 ...

    I would love one RC manufacturer to finally produce an MT that was REALLY the scale they say it is.

    Multiply the tyre width and diameter by 10 and you get 66" outer diameter, 25" inner diameter and 43" wide.

     

    A drove of pigs has just flown by ... !!

     

    Al.

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    1 hour ago, atom3624 said:

    Here's the prototype metal chassis one: 

     

    that is sooooooooo coooooll!!!! i WANT!!

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    If you follow some of his YT threads, it doesn't need much imagination to realise this must be well into '4 figures' as a build, and over halfway.

     

    Al.

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    judging by the detail involved im not surprised. does it run a conley v8? sounds that way

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    Looks great and sounds great but that engine looks to be a very expensive paper weight. Theres just no torque wont even un-compress the front shocks let alone try and lift the front wheels.

     

    Soon get boring tootling up and down the front garden.

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    1 minute ago, Rover Man said:

    Looks great and sounds great but that engine looks to be a very expensive paper weight. Theres just no torque wont even un-compress the front shocks let alone try and lift the front wheels.

     

    Soon get boring tootling up and down the front garden.

    Yea, it definately needs some Lipo and Brushless power ;)

    "hides behind wall"

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    Yes, I believe it was a Conley - several of the (very) many videos concentrate on this, 'though judging by some of the parts on it, it must weigh the same as an old Mini!!

     

    I think a bit of judicious throttle was being used - or not - to avoid a potential few k's worth of damage.

    Might be a slight tuning issue as well.

     

    No gold tops at this scale please!!

     

    Al.

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    That is a real pity.

    Part of the MJ / Alternative Race Group spectacle IS THE NOISE!

     

    I saw Monster Jam in Cardiff a few years back - couldn't for the life of me imagine it with 'flying milkfloats' - EUCH - what a horrible dream - wake me up, PLEASE!!

     

    YES, they have the power, and a one-off looks pretty impressive as 'the future', but we all go to MJ for the spectacle which definitely includes NOISE!

     

    Something the size of that 1/4 GD electric powered I can imagine all plastic, with doors, for rich toddlers to ride around in.

     

    Back to the OP, I do like it, and an anodised alloy spaceframe would be nice.

    Quite how tough it is once people start upping the power is the next thing of course.

     

    Al.

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    Im looking at going Sept 3rd if I can get the day off. Even the Mrs is up for it!

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