Overview
Convert your Traxxas Jato 2.5 or 3.3 from nitro to brushless electric power with the Hot Racing Jato Electric Conversion Kit. This comprehensive conversion package replaces the entire nitro power plant with a purpose-built brushless mounting platform — letting you experience the instant torque, easier maintenance, and quieter operation of brushless electric drive on the proven 2WD Jato chassis.
For Jato owners tired of dealing with fuel, glow plugs, and tuning, this kit is the gateway to a far simpler ownership experience. CNC-machined aluminum components and 1/8-inch carbon fiber decks deliver the rigidity and heat management you need for reliable brushless power delivery.
Key Features
- Complete nitro-to-brushless conversion kit
- CNC-machined aluminum components, anodized blue
- 3mm (1/8 in) thick carbon fiber decks
- Aluminum motor mount with integrated heat sinks
- Compatible with both Jato 2.5 and Jato 3.3 versions
Performance Benefits
- Instant brushless torque and power delivery
- No more fuel, glow plugs, or carb tuning
- Quieter operation than the nitro powertrain
- Integrated motor mount heat sinks dissipate heat
- Carbon fiber decks reduce weight and add rigidity
Usage Notes
This conversion kit provides the mounting hardware to install brushless components — motor, ESC, battery, and electronics are NOT included and must be sourced separately. Recommended motor and ESC combinations should match your desired power level and battery configuration. Use medium thread-locker on motor and mount screws.
Technical Specs
- Material: CNC-machined aluminum + carbon fiber
- Finish: Anodized blue (aluminum components)
- Carbon Fiber Deck Thickness: 3mm (1/8 in)
- Motor Mount: Aluminum with integrated heat sinks
- Replaces: Stock Jato nitro power plant
What's Included
- Aluminum motor mount with integrated heat sinks
- Carbon fiber decks
- Mounting hardware
- NOT INCLUDED: motor, ESC, battery, electronics
Needed to Complete
- Brushless motor (sized to match your power goals)
- Compatible brushless ESC
- LiPo battery (capacity and cell count to suit motor/ESC)
- Steering servo and receiver (if not retaining stock electronics)
- Pinion gear sized for desired gear ratio
Fitment
- Traxxas Jato 2.5 (1/10 2WD nitro stadium truck)
- Traxxas Jato 3.3 (1/10 2WD nitro stadium truck)
Summary
The Hot Racing Jato Electric Conversion Kit is the smart choice for any Jato owner ready to leave nitro behind. Brushless power, simpler ownership, and a clean CNC-machined platform — bring your beloved Jato into the modern electric era.
