Slash vs SC10 vs Strike vs HPI Blitz

Hi, here is a quick summary comparing the Traxxas Slash vs Associated SC10 vs Losi Strike vs HPI Blitz to help you decide what model to buy.

 
Traxxas Slash
Associated SC10
Losi Strike
HPI Blitz

Scale
1/10
1/10
1/10
1/10

Motor
Titan 12T 550
Reedy 17-turn
12T
Firebolt 15T

ESC
XL-5
XP SC200
Lipo compatible
SC-15

Drivetrain
2wd
2wd
2wd
2wd

Type
Shaft
Shaft
Shaft
Shaft

Differential
Planetary
Gear
 
Gear

Tires
Slash 2.2″
Multi-terrain
All terrain SCT
 

Width
296mm
293mm
296mm
296mm

Wheelbase
335mm
327mm
347mm
329mm

Weight
2160gm
2080gm
1950gm
 

Radio
Traxxas TQ
XP2
Spektrum 2.4GHz tech
TF-1

Est. Price
$189
$214
$229
$189

Battery
 
Not included
Not included
Not included

Awards
RCCA 2009 Truck of the Year
 
 
 

Bodies
ProGraphix painted bodies
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