The VX3 update puts the attention where I wanted it: power delivery and suspension.

The Slash 2WD is part of the refreshed lineup I discuss in this video. My enthusiasm comes from the combination of the revised brushless system, cooling and suspension, rather than power alone.

• A more complete power package. I welcomed the move to the V3200/VX3 combination and the included cooling improvements.
• Useful suspension changes. Higher-volume composite GTR shocks and threaded spring adjustment make the new lineup more appealing to set up and drive.
• Keep the version in view. The video covers several trucks, so the Slash 2WD's own listing is the place to confirm its exact drivetrain and supplied equipment.

My take: this refresh is appealing because several everyday parts of the driving experience improve together. Start with the standard setup and tune it for your ground.

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Lineup overview covering the Slash, Rustler and Stampede families. Four-wheel-drive center-differential comments and other model-specific features in the video do not apply to every truck.