Arrma Vorteks 223S 1/10 BLX Brushless RTR 4WD Stadium Truck (Purple) w/SLT3 2.4GHz Radio & DSC
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Tough, Fast & Ready-to-Bash R/C Truck
The Arrma® Vorteks™ 223S BLX 1/10 Brushless RTR 4x4 Stadium Truck offers an accessible way for drivers to experience the thrill of high-speed bashing. Designed for brushless beginners and pros alike, it combines durability, all-terrain capabilities, and speeds reaching over 50 mph with 3S power. This 4x4 truck arrives ready-to-run, giving you both powerful performance and the confidence to tackle challenging terrains with ease. All you need to add is your battery and charger, and you're ready to race.
About the Vorteks 223S BLX
Advanced Electronics & Brushless Power
The Vorteks 223S BLX comes equipped with high-quality Spektrum electronics, including a powerful 3100kV brushless motor and an 80A two-in-one ESC and receiver unit that's water resistant for reliable performance on any terrain. This setup enables exceptional speeds on a 2S battery and even higher top speed thrills with 3S power, giving you control over how fast you go. With Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) offering four selectable modes, drivers can benefit from automated steering corrections on various surfaces, increasing control and confidence.
Heavy-Duty Drivetrain & Center Differential
Built tough for bashing, the Vorteks 223S BLX features a super-strong 4x4 drivetrain with a center differential and metal gears to ensure durability under extreme conditions. The all-metal gear differential efficiently transfers power to the wheels, enhancing traction and stability during high-speed runs. This drivetrain is engineered to endure challenging terrains, while the center differential distributes power evenly, providing the ideal balance for stadium truck performance.
Durable Design & Aggressive Styling
The Vorteks 223S BLX is designed to handle tough terrains while looking sharp with its aggressive short course body. Its impact-absorbing composite bumpers, strong composite nerf bars, and high side guards protect the truck from impacts and debris. The hidden body retention system and clipless body design offer easy access to the internals while keeping the body securely in place, so you can bash without worry.
Features:
- 2S and 3S LiPo compatibility for versatile power options
- Capable of 35+ mph with 2S and 50+ mph with 3S power
- Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with four selectable modes
- Strong 4x4 drivetrain with metal-geared center differential
- Adjustable, oil-filled coil-over shocks for smoother rides
- Impact-absorbing composite front and rear bumpers
- Aggressive Stadium Truck body for added realism
- Ventilated composite chassis to keep components cool
- High side guards to protect from dirt and debris
- Hidden body retention system with clipless design for easy access
Includes:
- (1) Arrma Vorteks 223S BLX 1/10 Brushless RTR 4x4 Stadium Truck
- (1) Pre-Installed Spektrum SLT 80A Two-in-One ESC/Receiver with DSC and IC5 Connector
- (1) Pre-Installed Spektrum 3100kV Brushless Motor
- (1) Spektrum S662 Metal-Geared 25T Water-resistant Digital Servo
- (1) Spektrum SLT3 2.4GHz Transmitter
- (4) AA Batteries
- 2.5mm and 3.0mm Hex Wrenches
- Product Manual
Needed To Complete:
- (1) 2S or 3S LiPo Battery with IC5 Connector (7.4-11.1V)
- (1) Compatible Battery Charger
Specifications:
| Scale | 1:10 | ||||||||
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| Drive | 4WD | ||||||||
| Power Source | 2S-3S LiPo (7.4-11.1V) | ||||||||
| Length | 18.5in (470mm) | ||||||||
| Wheelbase | 11.18in (284mm) | ||||||||
| Width | 13.15in (334mm) | ||||||||
| Height | 6.65in (169mm) | ||||||||
| Weight | 7.56lb (3.43kg) | ||||||||
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| Assembly Level | RTR* | ||||||||
*Tech Note: Ready-to-Run models come equipped with all electronics and include the transmitter needed for use. Please check the "Needed To Complete" above to make sure you have everything you need to get out and enjoy your RC model.
Manuals:
User Manual
CA Residents Prop 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Details...Reviews4.2 · 5 reviews
After a total of 15 minutes of driving it had a low voltage shutoff with a fresh battery. Then a loss of signal runaway that caused the car to go full speed and ultimately wrecking and snapping an a arm and axle pin. Apparently the new 2 in 1 esc and transmitter has this issue. Arrma has also done nothing but drag their feet and walk around fixing the issue. They seem to respond when they feel like it. Update the original review was 1 star but I have changed it to 5 stars based solely on Amain hobbies customer service. Almost immediately after I wrote the review they reached out and did everything possible to make it whole and make it right. Jeremiah was insanely helpful and on top of things this is the epitome of what customer service is and they are the absolute example of what a company should be and how a company should ran when it comes to customer service I can't say enough good things about them. Amain Hobbies all the way!!!! P.S. Arrma still hasn't attempted to make it right. Good grief. Either way Amain Hobbies now has a customer for life thanks again guys!!!
5 star on truck just said that the conecter from the motor snaped in half but amain is replacing the motor and im happy with the results i will order more from amain never any issues with them or customer service
As much as i wanted to love it, it overheated in 80degree weather halfway through one 3s pack. Then when i switch batts, it broke a rear cv axle and the driveline locked up. I had to send it back. This was on the first run. It also had this weird thing where it would drive forward without me pulling the trigger. I dont know if mine was just a lemon or not. Im not buying another one to find out.
Love this rig!!!!! The fun factor is unlimited, and surprises me
Best dog toy ever! I mean if you want to wear out the dog and have a lot of fun in the process, this car and some open space is the way to go. It is simply insane on 3S, we run it at the bike jumps in the woods and it just flies. Also amazing is how resistant the car is to rollovers. Very stable. I did break a front shock slamming into a rock, I think they're a weak point. But that was after relentless abuse, multiple crashes, hucking off cliffs to flat and similar nonsense. No regrets!
Reviewers are generally enthusiastic about the Vorteks 223S Purple's speed, stability and fun factor, particularly on 3S. Opinions diverge sharply on reliability. One reviewer reports a loss-of-signal runaway after about 15 minutes, attributed to the 2-in-1 ESC and transmitter, and says Arrma was slow to respond; this reviewer later raised their rating after Amain Hobbies customer service resolved the issue. Another reports overheating in warm weather and a broken rear CV axle on the first run, plus unexpected forward drive, and returned the unit. Hardware failures reported include a motor connector snapping, which Amain replaced, and a front shock breaking after heavy crashing. Several reviewers praise Amain Hobbies' support. Overall, reliability and the ESC/transmitter system are the main recurring concerns.
- + Fast and fun to drive
- + Stable, resists rollovers
- + Strong performance on 3S
- + Responsive Amain Hobbies customer service
- − Reported loss-of-signal runaway
- − Overheating and driveline failure reported
- − Hardware breakage (connector, axle, shock)
- − Slow manufacturer response to issues