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2027 Novice Rules

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Class RulesNoviceEffective Oct 16, 2026· Updated 16 days ago

Summary of recent changes

2027 class lineup and rules (posted Oct 2026).

Spec sheet

Governing
Notes
Same as prior season. Traxxas Crate Mod is allowed.
Motor & ESC
Motor type
Spec brushed
Motor turn
N/A (brushed)
Spec motor
Traxxas XL-5/12T or BL-2 system only
ESC
Traxxas XL-5 or BL-2
Battery & power
Battery chemistry
LiPo
Cells
2S
Tires
Spec tire
Tires from a factory Traxxas Slash kit (BFG, Kumho, Spec, Traxxas Hoosier); S1 legal
Chassis & Suspension
Chassis
Traxxas Mod/B Mod, S/C Street Stock, stock SR10R, Traxxas or stock Losi Late Model; no hop-ups

1.Chassis

A. APPROVED VEHICLES: 1. Traxxas Mod/B Mod 2. S/C Street Stock 3. Team Associated SR10R-Must remain stock out of the box 4. Traxxas Late Model 5. Losi Late Model-Must remain stock out of the box B. All suspension components must be installed in the same position and proper orientation as they would come in a factory assembled kit. (Modifying, replacing, or removing any components, unless otherwise specified, is not legal!!!) C. NO hop up parts allowed! D. All RPM Branded "Slash specific" molded replacement parts are legal. (Exception: Low CG Chassis, Gearbox housing, rear inner suspension mounts, and internal shock parts are not legal) E. The rear bumper must remain intact ( Stock or RPM). Front bumper is optional, but strongly recommended. F. Any brand of body mounts, and mounting components may be added for the specific purpose of mounting the body. G. The rear differential may not be modified or locked in any way. The differential must have normal diff action, and cannot turn the motor over when rotating one rear tire against the normal resistance of the motor. H. Additional weight may be added but must be within the main chassis plate area. I. The battery must be located within the battery tray in the center of the chassis. It may be moved forward or rearward within the tray to change weight distribution. The Electronic Speed Control (ESC), Receiver, and Transponder, must be mounted within the chassis area. J. Factory wheel spacers (hexes) may be moved to any position, but are limited to the 2 short (black), and 2 long (gray) that comes in the kit. K. Any Traxxas Slash tuning springs is allowed. Spring may not be altered in any way. L. Internal shock limiters and external spring pre loaders are legal. M. Any weight shock oil may be used. Shock piston must remain stock. N. Must run a spur gear cover at all times!!! NO exceptions!!!!

2.Motor/ESC

A. Traxxas XL5/12 TURN OR BL-2 SYSTEMS ONLY. NO modifications to the motor. Factory wires and bullett connectors must remain in place.

3.Battery

A. Any 2 Cell lipo battery (HARD CASE ONLY!!!!!!!) B. 6 or 7 cell Nimh batteries are legal.

4.Radio System

A. Transmitter/Receiver/Servo may be replaced. Servo Saver may also be replaced or pined. B. Driving Enhancement Devices such as a Gyro are not legal!!!!!!!! C. Radio systems that come equipped with a Stability Management feature must be in the disabled mode!!!

5.Tires/Wheels/Inserts

A. Any Traxxas Tire offered in a factory Traxxas Slash kit is allowed. (BFG, KUMHO, SPEC or Traxxas Hoosier). NOTE: S1 COMPOUND TIRES ARE STILL LEGAL AT SLIDEWAYS! B. Aftermarket short course closed cell tire foams are allowed. C. Tires cannot be ground to slicks. Tire face must have a minimum tread depth of .065". D. Extra grooving, splicing, or siping of the tires is not permitted. E. Only Short Course 3.0" x 2.2" wheels allowed. Aftermarket wheels allowed including bead locks.

6.Body

A. Must be made of Lexan and resemble a UMP, IMCA, or USMTS Open Wheel Modified, or FULL CAR or TRUCK BODY B. All lexan body parts should be rounded off to eliminate sharp edges. C. Body must cover the rear wheels as viewed from overhead. D. Wheel wells must be fully open showing the sidewall of the tire. E. Rear spoiler allowed. Maximum Dimension 1” with ¼” flip. Spoiler must not exceed the width of the body. G. End caps allowed. A center support brace is allowed, but must remain same size and shape as the end caps. H. End Caps must be angled and resemble those of a full scall Modified. End Cap maximum height is 1.5" and maximum length is 3". I. Max body dimensions: Width- 13", Height-8". J. Max overall length of body including spoiler: 26.5" K. Bodies should be attractively painted and must have numbers on the doors and roof. L. All windows must be clear or cut out. Faux window decals are also allowed. **8. Gearing. (added October 2017) A. Must run a 86 or 90 tooth spur gear B. The largest pinon gear you can run is 23 tooth

7.Track rules

Slideways management reserves the right to change or modify rules at any time.

Version history

v1Published.
Jul 28, 2026