With the 1/10 scale ARRMA GRANITE BOOST 550 MEGA Brushed 2WD, the ARRMA design team redefines what it takes to make great remote control cars and trucks for new drivers. The low price, fully ready-to-run simplicity, and potential for 30+ mph speeds all make this one of the best RC monster trucks for beginner-level bashers. Even a 7C NiMH battery and USB charger are included. The design also easily accommodates 3S brushless power and 4-wheel drive whenever you get the urge to upgrade. This big RC truck gets your monster truck RC journey off to a thrilling start, and the action only gets more extreme from there!
Excellent value ready-to-run package for beginner RC bashers
Proven tough ARRMA® platform holds up to bashing abuse
Easy to upgrade for increased performance as your RC skills grow
Signature easy-access modular design simplifies maintenance
Capable of 30+ MPH speeds in optimum driving conditions with optional gearing
 
In The Box
(1) 1/10 GRANITE 4X2 BOOST MEGA 550 Brushed Monster Truck RTR
(1) Spektrum™ SLT™ 2-in-1 40A ESC & Receiver
(1) ARRMA MEGA 550 12T Brushed Motor
(1) Spektrum 2.4GHz SLT2™ Transmitter
(1) Spektrum S650 Waterproof Digital Servo
(1) Spektrum S120 USB-C Smart Charger
(1) Spektrum Smart 8.4V 3300mAh 7-Cell Hump NiMH Battery
(4) AA Transmitter Batteries
(1) 1/10 GRANITE 4X2 BOOST MEGA Manual
 
Needed to Complete
(1) 18W+ QC 2.0 or 3.0 USB Charge Adapter cube
 
New Features
2-Wheel drive 4X2 transmission that's upgradable to 4X4 (using 4X4 BOOST Transmission Upgrade Set)
Spektrum 2.4GHz SLT2 transmitter with 50/75/100% throttle modes
Spektrum SLT 2-in-1 40A ESC & Receiver
Spektrum Smart 8.4V 3300mAh 7-Cell Hump NiMH Battery included
Spektrum S120 USB-C Smart Charger included
AA transmitter batteries included
Additional Features
MEGA 550 12T brushed motor
Spektrum S650 waterproof digital servo offering 84 oz-in of torque
Metal internal geared diff
1.35 module input and main diff gear teeth
Strong composite chassis with extended height dirt defenders
Impact absorbing bumpers
Steering system with stone clearance
Easy-access modular design — power, diff, and electronics modules can be removed for maintenance quickly and easily
Double-wishbone suspension front and rear for great handling
Vented dBoots Fortress MT tires that disperse water for improved durability
2-year limited warranty — see website for details
 
Overview
Transform your ARRMA GRANITE 4X2 BOOST 550 MEGA Brushed 2WD from budget-friendly basher to monster truck beast whenever you’re ready, thanks to an innovative, upgrade-ready chassis from the ARRMA design team of enthusiasts. Straight out of the box, this big RC truck is fully ready-to-run, with a 7C NiMH battery and USB charger both included — making it an ideal choice of first remote control monster truck. And like all real RC monster trucks, it’s got plenty of power and attitude. The included MEGA brushed motor system can reach 30+ mph, and the rugged chassis takes a high-speed pounding over off-road, dirt, grass, parking lot, paved and asphalt surfaces without even a whimper. The innovative modular chassis design is exclusive to ARRMA’s best RC cars and trucks, giving you instant access to every on-board component for effortless maintenance. While you’re learning the basics of fast RC truck control, you’ll love the throttle limiting feature of the included Spektrum radio. Set it for a maximum of 50% or 75% of full power to stay in your comfort zone until you want to cut loose. Then, once you’re ready, the ARRMA GRANITE 4X2 BOOST can deliver more extreme monster truck RC action. This “beginner” ARRMA RC truck has a brushless-ready design, easily upgradeable to a 3S brushless motor to go from bashing to all-out blasting. And with the 4X4 BOOST Transmission Upgrade Set (ARA210003, sold separately), the extra traction of 4-wheel drive is just ten minutes and three simple steps away.
 
UPGRADEABLE TRANSMISSION
Using the 4X4 BOOST Transmission Upgrade Set (sold separately), the 1/10 scale GRANITE 4X2 BOOST 550 MEGA Brushed 2WD monster truck can easily be upgraded for the extra traction of 4-wheel drive in just three simple steps.
 
UPGRADEABLE POWER SYSTEM
The 1/10 scale GRANITE 4X2 BOOST 2WD monster truck is based on the proven ARRMA 4X4 platform. That means you can easily upgrade from its included 550 MEGA brushed power system to 3S brushless power whenever you are ready for the increased performance.