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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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    5 minutes ago, chewbacca said:

    That shell is crying out for a set of those wheels that Evvsv had on his DBXl :P

     

    First thing I also thought lol. Beast.

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    Just realised what you meant - the BoltMeUp specials!!

     

    I'm sure Tom Meents would love that!!

     

    (In a nice way as I've met him)

    He's an absolute nutter!!

     

    Al.

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    11 hours ago, mydoddy69 said:

     They more than likely would but one company gets slated for doing this yet Axial gets away with it . 

    So far Axial have done this precisely twice. Traxxas has made an entire career out of putting new bodies on just a handful of chassis. 

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    Am I missing the point here? 

    What's wrong with the same chassis and different body combination? 

    If you don't like the grave digger now you can get max D.  Support your team. 

    Am loving it.  Going to buy all of them.  It's good for collectors as was the same idea traxxas had. 

    Grave digger fan, fyi. 

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    Two 11mph rigs back to back.

     

    Axial are pushing the boat out on these!

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    2 hours ago, mond said:

    So far Axial have done this precisely twice. Traxxas has made an entire career out of putting new bodies on just a handful of chassis. 

     

     

    To be honest I'm not a Axial fan and I don't look into the in and outs of every model they bring out, but the scx10 has what around 2-3 different bodies and the wraith around 4-5 ? With all the same chassis underneath ? So that's a bit more than twice unless you meant just the chassis then I think there on even par with Traxxas ? Or am I missing something here ? 

     

    I dont see the harm in it myself but it's odd one company gets slated for doing it yet another dosen't that's all 

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    Generally Axial say here's a new version of an existing platform - often a RTR and a kit version or an updated reissue. When Axial start calling them all new vehicles yet it's a 10+ year old platform with no improvements to speak of and does this over and over, we should probably throw them under the bus as well. 

     

     

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    Thing is @mydoddy69, the traxxas range is commonplace whereas the slower stuff is in the minority.

     

    the scx10 has definitely proved itself over the years, it's near on ten years old (the first scx10) and still class leader.

    so if it's not broken, do we need to change it kind of springs to mind.

     

    look at the slash, there were out years before a revamp, hpi savage is another and tamiya are good at milking chassis too for body options.

     

    all Rc companies are the same, they want most money for the smallest of outlay, being fair that's how you stay in business nowadays.......

     

    i do do have a major gripe with axial though......

     

    wish they hey would steer clear of jeep shells for a bit and do something else or perhaps another license.

    must be jeep needs all the help it can get being a second rate 4x4.

     

    just my thoughts......

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    So basically wait a few more years then throw them under the bus ? Not sure if I'm right or wrong here but from what I've read some of the common faults in the wraith and scx range carry over from one to the other and it's why guys spend a pretty penny on getting them right ? Or am I missing something here ? 

     

    So if Traxxas simply stated it's an existing platform but new shell it would be okay ? 

     

    Like I say I'm not a Axail or a slow and steady trail guy so I'm not a 100% on what's new and what's not but from just browsing in I'd say there as bad as each other but one is just newer and is pumping out the latest craze in RC is all ..

     

     

     

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    At least Axial buyers know that they can buy a rig and run it largely un-modified without the ESC exploding or the diffs lunching themselves....................................................................................

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    3 minutes ago, chewbacca said:

    At least Axial buyers know that they can buy a rig and run it largely un-modified without the ESC exploding or the diffs lunching themselves....................................................................................

    Touche !

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    Stop sucking up Chris, get back to the cruel naming of infants and being beaten down by the wife

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    Years ago ...... I spent about 4 days building and painting my Juggernaut 2.

    It was my pride and joy ... then I got an (original 3906) E-Maxx.

    The Juggernaut just seemed more like a toy than ever! SOOOO SLOWWWW.

     

    These Axials look great - nice little touches with the driver, phosphorescent heads, etc., but their 'ruggedness' is only because they're slow.

     

    I do like them - big fan of MJ, etc. - BUT I'd HAVE to make them at least 20+ capable.

    THEN we'd see how solid they are, if we're referring to 'another certain MUCH BIGGER MT' ....

     

    Al.

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    You can probably squeeze 20mph out of one without too much hassle, other than HD gears in the transmission replacing the plastic. I assume they'll bring out a kit version, which if like the Yeti, Score etc. will have some better parts in it. Stick a HW 60amp ESC in it, 2S and a 4000kv motor and it will probably shift a bit better - I can't imagine it's a heavy truck.

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    1 hour ago, Noj said:

    Stop sucking up Chris, get back to the cruel naming of infants and being beaten down by the wife

    Do you just go about the forum following people and mocking small children?

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    Not at all, although the mocking of Chris brings much amusement to many for he is a tool with a huge misconception as to personal popularity.

     

    Of course if you're one of his chums and part of the Chris Show then your opinion may well be different.

     

    Regardless, the cruel naming of children should never go unpunished, or be forgotten about :P

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    Regardless of what personal vendetta you may have against him. Name calling and insulting on the forum is childish and idiotic. As a long standing member of the forum you of all people should know better especially on a site that generates a lot of traffic from new hobbyists and people from other forums. I've fallen out with people on the forum before but I didn't go around pestering them on threads with personal attacks and digs completely unrelated to the subject of the thread. And that's with an unbiased opinion that is completely independent of what group of people I may or may not be affiliated with. 

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    32 minutes ago, Noj said:

    Not at all, although the mocking of Chris brings much amusement to many for he is a tool with a huge misconception as to personal popularity.

     

    Of course if you're one of his chums and part of the Chris Show then your opinion may well be different.

     

    Regardless, the cruel naming of children should never go unpunished, or be forgotten about :P

    At least a tool is useful.

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    ..... back to the Grave Digger ....

     

    and Max-D ... are there any others coming out?

     

    Spiderman / Superman / Captain A / Batman / Scooby Doo / Captain's Curse / Monster Mutt .... there are LOADS of interesting ones ...

    There's even been a Thor truck.

     

    One I liked - and saw - was Backwards Bob - great fun with a back-to-front body.

     

    Al.

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    2 minutes ago, atom3624 said:

    ..... back to the Grave Digger ....

     

    and Max-D ... are there any others coming out?

     

    Spiderman / Superman / Captain A / Batman / Scooby Doo / Captain's Curse / Monster Mutt .... there are LOADS of interesting ones ...

    There's even been a Thor truck.

     

    One I liked - and saw - was Backwards Bob - great fun with a back-to-front body.

     

    Al.

     

    I want the one with the lobster body. 

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    And don't forget El Toro Loco

     

    Only problem with EL Toro is you'd have to fit a smoke generator from a tank so it could snort. :D

     

                John

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    This sounds like a challenge. Not sure any of the aftermarket tank smokers will stand up to being moved around like that without spilling it's load. Maybe a graupner smoker for boats would work. 

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    10 minutes ago, mond said:

    This sounds like a challenge. Not sure any of the aftermarket tank smokers will stand up to being moved around like that without spilling it's load. Maybe a graupner smoker for boats would work. 

     

    Maybe one of these?

    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/RC-Drift-Car-Rauch-generator-Smoke-generator-to-fit-Yokomo-LRP-HPI-Tamiya-MST-/121961384820

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                       John

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