{"id":93485,"date":"2025-04-16T23:14:28","date_gmt":"2025-04-17T03:14:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/discountrcparts.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=93485"},"modified":"2026-04-02T17:13:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T22:13:32","slug":"traxxas-vxl-8s-waterproof-esc-electronic-speed-control","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/discountrcparts.com\/index.php\/product\/traxxas-vxl-8s-waterproof-esc-electronic-speed-control\/","title":{"rendered":"Traxxas VXL-8S Waterproof ESC Electronic Speed Control"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"459\">The Traxxas VXL-8s Waterproof Electronic Speed Control is built to handle the demands of the most powerful Ready-To-Run RC vehicles. Specifically designed for high-performance brushless systems, this ESC delivers consistent, reliable power with intelligent safety features, robust waterproofing, and real-time telemetry capabilities. 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