Traxxas Ken Black Gymkhana Fiesta User manual

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Licensed Race Replica
Ready-To-Race
®
Battery Pack and
Charger Included
Velineon Brushless
Power System
®
Powerful High-Output 2.4GHz
Radio System with Traxxas Link
™
Patent Pending

Battery Pack and
Charger Included
Velineon Brushless
Power System
®
Powerful High-Output 2.4GHz
Radio System with Traxxas Link
™
Patent Pending

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WARNING: This product contains chemicals which are known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
IMPORTANT: Help the environment by disposing of your
product responsibly. The wheelie bin logo indicates the
product and batteries must not be disposed of in domestic
waste. Please use designated collection points or recycling
facilities when disposing of the item or batteries.
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KD1187-R00 Rev. 101103
Length
Front Track
Rear Track
Height (overall)
Wheelbase
Wheel Diameter
14" (356mm)
7.3" (185mm)
7.3" (185mm)
4.72" (120mm)
8.1" (206mm)
1.9" (48mm)
Motor
Transmission
Speed Control
Differential Type
Chassis Type
Radio System
Velineon®380 Brushless
Heavy-Duty Single Speed
VXL-3m Waterproof ESC
Hardened Steel Bevel, Sealed
Nylon-Composite
Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz with Traxxas Link™
Model 7309
No Painting or Trimming Required.
Traxxas Toll Free Customer Service*
Ford Oval and nameplates are registered trademarks owned and licensed by Ford Motor Company.
All other copyrights or trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are being used under license.
Traxxas Ken Block Gymkhana Fiesta Rally is backed with Traxxas Total Support. You won’t
find it anywhere else. Whether it’s a question about the motor, radio, replacement parts,
or performance upgrades, 1-888-TRAXXAS is your toll-free link to fast friendly solutions.
(*Toll-free in the U.S. only.) E-mail anytime to: [e-mail]
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Traxxas Toll-Free Customer Service*
The Traxxas Ken Block Gymkhana Fiesta is backed with Traxxas Total Support. You won’t
find it anywhere else. Whether it’s a question about the motor, radio, replacement parts, or
performance upgrades, 1-888-TRAXXAS is your toll-free link to fast friendly solutions.
(*Toll-free in the U.S. only.) E-mail anytime to: [e-mail]
IMPORTANT! THIS PRODUCT IS NOT DESIGNED FOR CHILDREN OR MINORS YOUNGER
THAN 14 YEARS OLD. RESPONSIBLE ADULT SUPERVISION IS REQUIRED DURING
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE. The Ken Block Gymkhana Fiesta is a high-performance model which
is NOT intended for use on public roads or in congested areas where its operation may conflict with or disrupt
pedestrian or vehicular traffic. Read all enclosed information before operating. Fully illustrated, step-by-step
instructions describe adjustment, operation, and required maintenance procedures. Ken Block Gymkhana Fiesta
should not be operated in a crowd or without adequate space. The vehicle is fully assembled, ready to run, and
requires 4 AA alkaline batteries for operation. These items are available from your hobby dealer. In an effort to
continually upgrade our products, Traxxas reserves the right to make improvements and modifications
to this model, which may not be reflected in the photographs and specifications printed on this box.
What You'll Need To
Run Your FIESTA:
Model
7309
Skill Level = Myriad Semi Bold
1 2 3 3+ 4 5
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For ExpertDrivers
Previous experience with radio
controlled models is recommended.
Model requires a higher level of setup,
maintenance, or support equipment.
What's In The Box:
The Ken Block Gymkhana Fiesta is a complete package loaded with all the
accessories you need right out of the box. All that’s left to buy are AA Alkaline
batteries for your transmitter. Inside the box you’ll find: Ken Block Gymkhana
Fiesta, Ready-To-Race®with Velineon 380 motor, VXL-3m electronic speed control,
full-color owner’s manual, TQ™2.4GHz radio system with Traxxas Link,
™31-tooth
pinion gear, quality tool set, 7.2 volt NiMH battery, and charger.
•High-output 2.4GHz technology eliminates channel conflicts
for ultimate convenience
•Direct sequence spread spectrum technology (DSSS)
•Traxxas Link™automatically memorizes and recognizes
up to 20 of your favorite models
•Programmable Multi-Function knob controls
- Steering/throttle expo
- Steering/braking dual rate
- Throttle trim
•Simple 2-button programming interface
•Servo reversing
•Endpoint adjustment
•Built in failsafe
•5-channel Traxxas Link receiver
Included Radio System!Included Radio System!
4 AA Alkaline Batteries
This product is protected by one or more of the following: US patent Nos. 7,374,460; 7,530,855;
7,793,951; 7,753,161; D573,536; D576,557; D567,886
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• Traxxas Link™
• Steering/throttle expo
• Steering/braking dual rate
• Servo reversing
• Endpoint adjustment
• Built in failsafe
• Compact folding antenna
• Direct sequence spread
spectrum technology (DSSS)
• Uses only 4 AA batteries
• Simple 2-button programming interface
• 5-channel Traxxas Link receiver
The next generation of Traxxas TQ
™
2.4GHz computerized radio
performance is here with Traxxas Link.
™
This innovative new
transmitter gives you easy access to a powerful range of tuning
features such as throttle and steering exponential, steering dual
rate, end point adjustments, braking percentage, and more. A single
Multi-Function knob on the face of the transmitter controls them all.
Have more than one vehicle? Patent-pending Traxxas Link
™
stores up
to 20 models in the memory and automatically recognizes and recalls
the saved model settings when you power up the system. Traxxas
Link eliminates searching through complex menus to find the model
you want to run. You can even bind multiple transmitters to the same
Traxxas Link equipped vehicle and never have to worry about which
transmitter works with which vehicle. Long range 2.4GHz transmission
eliminates channel conflicts so all of your vehicles, and your friends’
vehicles, can race together without ever having to worry about
frequency conflicts.
Features:
TQ 2.4GHz High-Output Radio
System with Traxxas Link
Patent Pending
Waterproof
Electronics
F1-Inspired
Inboard Shocks
Ofcially Licensed Volk
Racing TE37 Wheels
Rally racers don’t slow down for rain—and
neither does the Ken Block Gymkhana Fiesta.
Exclusive waterproof electronics open the
door to all-weather R/C excitement, even in
wet conditions.
Innovative linkage-based suspension
geometry increases spring and damping rates
in proportion to cornering forces for perfectly
balanced handling. Only Traxxas has it.
Ken Block’s distinctive Volk Racing TE37 wheels
are perfectly duplicated, right down to their
green finish and single white spoke. Slick tires
in a specially formulated compound deliver
the perfect blend of slip and grip for authentic
Gymkhana performance.
Patent Pending
Add a second Traxxas Power Cell NiMH
battery pack and Traxxas Speed connector
(both sold separately), and 50+ mph top
speeds are possible. (Part #3063, #2925)
50+mph with Two
NiMH Battery Packs!
TQ 2.4GHz High-Output Radio
System with Traxxas Link
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In 2005, DC Shoes co-founder Ken Block entered his first pro rally race. At the end of the season, he
was named Rally America Rookie of the Year. Today, Ken Block is one of the most recognized names in
motorsports. Beyond his success in the Rally America and World Rally Championship series, Block is best
known for his gymkhana skills, as over 85 million online video views will attest. In his specially-prepared
Ford Fiesta Gymkhana car, Block combines laser-precise driving with tire-smoking fury to perform
seemingly impossible moves. His on-road acrobatics require a vehicle that can deliver intense
power through all four wheels, with the responsiveness and “feel” that only a finely
tuned machine can provide. You can experience the challenge and satisfaction
of executing that perfect slide between the pylons with the Traxxas radio
controlled Ken Block Gymkhana Fiesta. This officially licensed special-edition
race replica features the unmistakable Ken Block/Monster Energy graphics
of Ken Block’s full-size Ford Fiesta competition car. Beneath the bodywork,
Traxxas’ race-proven technology, full-time 4WD, and tire-spinning brushless
horsepower thread the needle through the course with scalpel-like precision.
The fun lasts for hours as you perfect the throttle and steering inputs to make
each tire-blistering slide more perfect than the last.

Extreme performance. Laser precision. At the heart of the Traxxas Ken Block Gymkhana Fiesta is the
Velineon® Extreme Brushless Power System. Traxxas Velineon is the only name you need to know to
achieve the tire – melting horsepower and supercharged speed you expect from Brushless. Best of all, it’s
brushless done the Traxxas way: wicked fast and easy to use. Just plug it in and it works. The key is total
system optimization. All of the components in the system are engineered to eliminate restriction and
allow maximum power flow. High frequency transistors and advanced circuit design deliver incredibly
smooth and refined throttle control. The Velineon VXL-3m electronic speed control simplifies brushless
technology with easy operation that gives you all the control you need for maximum fun. Quickly choose
from 3 drive profiles including Sport, Race, and Training Mode™ (patent pending). Training Mode limits
full-throttle power to 50%. When basic driving technique is mastered, full-power excitement is unleashed
at the touch of a button.
• Optimized for smooth sensorless power
• No motor brushes or commutator to wear out
• Virtually maintenance-free power that stays consistent, run after run
• Precision balanced rotor
• Ultra high-temperature sintered Neodymium motor magnets
• Two-stage thermal shutdown protection
• Patent-pending Traxxas High-Current Connector
• 16-Gauge wire
• EZ-Set® push button setup with integrated on/off switch
• Run 3S Lipo or 12-cell NiMH (series connection) for extreme power
• Low voltage detection
• VXL-3m is backed by the Traxxas Lifetime Electronics Warranty
• Count on Traxxas for unmatched customer service and support with
the Velineon Extreme Brushless Power System
VXL-3m ESC
Waterproof!
Velineon
380 Motor
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Gold Plated Terminals
Low Resistance For
High-Current Flow
Spring-Loaded
For Maximum Contact
Traxxas
High-Current
Connector
Oil-Filled GTR Shocks
Ball-Bearing Transmission
with Slipper Clutch
Sealed Differentials
High-efficiency, heavy-duty transmission is built for brushless
power. An adjustable slipper clutch lets you tailor power
delivery to suit the terrain and your driving style. Precision
ball-bearings make certain every watt of Velineon power is
turned into pure speed.
Sealed, silicone-filled differentials equalize
power delivery for superior performance
and authentic handling as the #43
powerslides perfectly controlled through
the corners.
Super-smooth oil-filled shocks keep the tires
planted through extreme maneuvers. They
are fully tuneable and include threaded
spring pre-load collars for quick ride
height adjustments.
extreme brushless powerextreme brushless power
extreme brushless power systemextreme brushless power system
Out of the Box With
Included Battery
With Included Pinion Gear,
Second NiMH Battery, and
Speed Connector
With Included Pinion Gear,
Second NiMH Battery, and
Speed Connector
(sold separately)
Out of the Box With
Included Battery
(sold separately)
Waterproof
Steering Servo
PatentPending