L-T3331SBC

Overview

The Louise RC MT-Cyclone T-Maxx soft compound tyre set represents a premium upgrade for your Traxxas Maxx monster truck, delivering superior grip, stability and durability for serious RC bashers and enthusiasts across the UK. These aren't ordinary RC tyres — they combine cutting-edge Micro Fiber Technology (MFT) with Louise RC's renowned sports compound engineering to create a tyre that maintains its shape and performance even during the most extreme driving conditions. Whether you're tackling rough terrain, smooth surfaces or launching your Maxx through the air, these bead-lock mounted tyres are engineered to handle the punishment that modern high-power RC vehicles demand.

Louise RC has built a reputation over many years for producing exceptional high-performance tyres for RC cars and trucks of all types. The company understands that the demands placed on RC racing tyres differ fundamentally from those required for general bashing and off-road driving. From this extensive experience, Louise RC has developed a specialised sports rubber compound that provides outstanding versatility, grip and longevity whether you're running a competition RC car or enjoying casual weekend bashings with your RC truck. The MT-Cyclone series brings all this expertise together in a package specifically designed for the Traxxas Maxx platform, with the added benefit of a 1/2-inch offset that widens your truck's stance for enhanced stability and handling.

These are complete wheel and tyre assemblies that arrive mounted and ready to fit, featuring bead-lock construction with black chrome finishing that looks fantastic whilst delivering real functional benefits. If you're looking to upgrade from standard Traxxas tyres or you simply want the best possible performance from your monster truck, the Louise RC MT-Cyclone range offers the engineering, materials and design that serious RC enthusiasts trust.

Key Features

• MFT Micro Fiber Technology — The textile reinforcement belt woven into the rubber tread actively prevents tyre ballooning and deformation during high-speed acceleration and aggressive cornering, keeping the tyre diameter constant and maintaining superior road contact even under extreme loads and powerful driving conditions.
• Soft Sport Compound Rubber — Louise RC's specially developed soft sports rubber compound provides exceptional grip across all surface types including smooth and rough terrain, whilst remaining particularly wear-resistant and compatible with the high-power output of modern RC motors and electronic speed controllers.
• Bead-Lock Wheel Design — Rather than gluing the tyre to the wheel, the bead-lock system uses mechanical fastening with screws to clamp the tyre securely onto the rim, ensuring the tyre cannot slip, separate or fail under the extreme forces generated during hard cornering, acceleration and landing from high jumps.
• Black Chrome Finish Wheels — The bead-lock wheels feature an attractive black chrome coating that provides both aesthetic appeal with the appearance of real scale fixing screws, and enhanced durability against wear and corrosion during repeated use and exposure to outdoor RC racing conditions.
• 1/2-Inch Offset for Stability — The increased offset geometry pushes the wheels outward by approximately 20mm, providing a significantly wider track stance that improves handling stability, reduces rollover tendency during aggressive driving, and enhances cornering performance on uneven terrain.
• Classic Monster Truck Tread Pattern — The MT-Cyclone tread design is specifically engineered for monster truck applications, providing optimal grip and traction across the widest possible range of off-road surfaces, from mud and grass to loose gravel and hard packed earth.
• Pre-Formed Foam Inserts — Each tyre comes with specially selected density foam inserts that are pre-formed to fit the specific tyre profile, ensuring perfect shock absorption, consistent damping characteristics and reliable form stability throughout extended driving sessions.
• Nylon Composite Construction — The wheels are manufactured from high-quality nylon granulates reinforced with fibre and specially developed by Dupont, providing the optimal balance of flexibility and strength to withstand the extreme loads and stresses encountered in serious RC bashing and racing.

Technical Performance

The Louise RC MT-Cyclone represents a significant advancement in RC tyre technology through the integration of Micro Fiber Technology throughout the rubber compound. This innovation directly addresses one of the fundamental problems that plagued traditional RC tyres: progressive ballooning and deformation as vehicle speed increases and cornering loads multiply. Under maximum acceleration or whilst executing high-speed turns, conventional tyres without MFT technology would expand in diameter, effectively lowering your gearing and changing your centre of gravity — both detrimental to handling precision and predictability. The MFT textile belt prevents this deformation entirely, maintaining tyre diameter consistency and preserving the contact patch geometry that directly influences steering response and overall vehicle stability. The soft compound formulation has been specifically calibrated for powerful 1/8-scale models such as the Traxxas Maxx, offering superior grip initiation without sacrificing the longevity that bashers require. The tyre diameter of 137mm and width of 70mm create an appropriately proportioned contact patch for the Maxx platform, whilst the 247-gram combined weight of wheel and tyre assembly sits within the performance envelope that modern servo motors can control without suffering overload conditions. The bead-lock construction deserves particular attention: by mechanically fastening the tyre to the wheel using screws rather than relying on adhesive, Louise RC ensures that even after repeated impacts from large jumps or sustained high-g cornering, your tyres remain perfectly seated and cannot separate or slip. This proves especially valuable when driving the Maxx at maximum performance, as the truck's substantial power delivery and high-speed capability can generate forces that would overwhelm glued-on traditional tyres.

What's in the Box

• 2x Louise RC MT-Cyclone T-Maxx Mounted Tyres with 17mm hex fittings
• Black Chrome bead-lock wheels pre-mounted with soft compound tyres
• Pre-formed foam tyre inserts installed

Frequently Asked Questions

• Are these tyres suitable for my Traxxas Maxx RC monster truck? — Yes, these Louise RC MT-Cyclone tyres are specifically engineered and tested for the Traxxas Maxx platform, fitting both front and rear positions with the 17mm hex adapter. The 1/2-inch offset geometry complements the Maxx's suspension geometry perfectly, creating a wider stance that enhances stability and allows the truck to be driven harder through technical terrain and challenging obstacles.
• What is MFT technology and why does it matter? — MFT stands for Micro Fiber Technology, a patented system where fine textile fibres are woven into the rubber tread pattern. These fibres act as internal reinforcement that prevents the tyre from expanding or ballooning at high speeds and under hard cornering loads. Without MFT technology, the tyre diameter would increase significantly under acceleration, changing your gearing ratio and degrading handling precision. With MFT, your tyre maintains its exact diameter throughout the performance envelope, preserving steering response and contact patch geometry. This technology is particularly valuable for powerful vehicles like the Maxx that generate extreme acceleration and braking forces.
• Do these tyres come mounted and ready to use? — Yes, these are complete assembled wheel and tyre packages that arrive fully mounted with foam inserts installed. You can fit them directly to your Traxxas Maxx without any additional preparation or assembly work. Simply remove your existing wheels and bolt these directly onto your truck's 17mm hubs using the hex fitting provided.
• Why choose bead-lock wheels over traditional glued tyres? — Bead-lock construction offers several significant advantages over glued tyres. The mechanical screw fastening ensures that the tyre cannot slip, separate or fail even under the most extreme cornering forces, landing impacts, or hard acceleration. This proves crucial for serious bashers who regularly launch their trucks from large jumps or push them to maximum performance. Additionally, bead-lock wheels offer superior aesthetic appeal with visible scale fixing screws, and they provide the flexibility to change tyres without destroying the wheel.
• Will these tyres fit other trucks besides the Traxxas Maxx? — These tyres feature a 17mm hex fitment, which means they are compatible with any RC truck or buggy that uses 17mm hex adapters. Some other vehicles with 17mm compatibility may work with these tyres, but Louise RC specifically engineers and tests these MT-Cyclone tyres for the Maxx platform. If you own a different vehicle, consult the Louise RC tyre-wheel compatibility chart to verify fitment before ordering.
• Will I need to adjust my servo or gearing after fitting these tyres? — Louise RC recommends checking your gear ratio and adjusting if necessary, as the MFT technology typically results in a slightly heavier and larger tyre than standard alternatives. The increased weight and slightly larger diameter may require a gear ratio change to maintain your target vehicle speed. Additionally, the excellent grip provided by the soft compound and sport formulation may place additional load on your steering servo, so upgrading to a higher-torque servo is advisable to prevent overload and servo strain during aggressive cornering.
• What surfaces do these tyres perform best on? — The MT-Cyclone features a classic monster truck tread pattern that has been specifically optimised for off-road surfaces of all types. The tread design provides excellent traction and grip on mud, grass, loose gravel, dirt, sand and hard-packed earth, making these tyres extremely versatile for general bashing and recreational driving across varied terrain. The soft rubber compound enhances grip initiation, making them particularly effective in lower-grip conditions whilst the durability engineering ensures extended tyre life even with aggressive driving.
• What is the difference between soft and medium-soft compounds? — Louise RC produces the sports compound in two hardness levels: soft and medium-soft. The soft compound, as featured in this product, is primarily designed for lighter 1/10-scale vehicles, whilst the medium-soft formulation is engineered for the more powerful and heavier 1/8-scale models. However, the soft compound in the MT-Cyclone has been specifically developed for the Traxxas Maxx, providing optimal grip without excessive wear even under the Maxx's substantial power output.
• How long will these tyres last during regular bashing? — The soft sports compound has been engineered for exceptional wear resistance despite its softer formulation, meaning you'll enjoy extended tyre life compared to standard alternatives. Actual longevity depends heavily on driving style, surface type and conditions. Aggressive competition driving will wear tyres faster than recreational bashing, and rough rocky terrain will cause more wear than smooth grass surfaces. Regular inspection and rotation can extend tyre life further.

Why Buy from RC Model Shop?

RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the LOUISE RC MT-CYCLONE T-MAXX SOFT 1/2" OFFSET HEX 17MM BLACK CHROME L-T3331SBC today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.