Your vehicles are extremely robust and durable. So why not your transmitter? The Spektrum™ DX5 Rugged™ 5-channel transmitter redefines the remote control for land models by significantly increasing the durability to better withstand the harsh conditions that off-road and boat model builders often face in their hobby. We started with the cases of the popular DX5C and the competition favourite DX5 Pro. We have combined this design with the robust characteristics of cordless power tools, some of which are exposed to extreme conditions. The result is a first-class remote control with incomparable robustness, versatility and user-friendliness that you won't want to miss anymore.

Thermoplastic molded polyurethane (TPU) bumpers protect the remote control when dropped or bumped, and even against the odd blow. There's no external antenna to shear off because a small elevation in the housing protects the internal RF antenna. A versatile front housing protection further increases durability and also offers the possibility to mount a camera, light source or other equipment. The two attachment points allow you to attach a carrying strap so you can keep the transmitter handy but have both hands free when you're not driving. An easily accessible compartment allows you to store a few small tools, such as a T-key that snaps directly into place. We've also improved the transmitter's splash resistance* to give you a little more room to manoeuvre if a splash or a few raindrops get on the system. To top it all off, we've added an aggressive off-road style steering wheel that increases durability and an innovative thumb lever that makes one-handed control of your car safer and more precise.

To help you get through the day, the DX5 Rugged not only offers you the handy five channels, but also a number of switches for special functions such as lights, winch or similar. Operation is via a pressure-sensitive control panel that reacts to your fingertips and, by eliminating the need for switches, provides better water repellency. Navigate with your fingertip to the desired menu item, option or value. In addition, the DX5 Rugged Green Edition features a panel updated from previous versions with improved sensitivity, control and system operation. Thanks to the integrated telemetry and smart telemetry ** function, you can view important data such as engine speed, vehicle speed, battery voltage and temperature directly on the transmitter in real time.

No matter what you drive, the programmable AVC® technology in the DX5 Rugged can be customized to match your skill and driving style, giving you the feeling of driving a vehicle that responds predictably in any situation.

* Please refer to the DX5 Rugged manual for details on water repellency limitations

** The vehicle must have a telemetry-capable receiver such as the SR6000T (sold separately)

Features

• Spektrum Smart Technology ready
• Special Edition Green custom color case
• Updated touch panel - from previous DX5 Rugged releases - features better feel, control and operation
• Bold styling that's aggressive with a focus on class-leading durability
• Inspired by the ergonomically-recognized Spektrum™ DX5 Pro and DX5C transmitters
• Water-resistant* chassis design protects against minor splashes
• Dual lanyard mounts provide radio safety and accessibility
• Surrounded rubber-bumper chassis protection
• Built-in front chassis guard offers user-inspired accessory mounting options
• Intuitive software based on user-tested functionality that's clean and simple
• Innovative thumb-steering lever makes one-hand operation safer and more precise
• Non-slip removable rubber hand grip and off-road treaded steering wheel
• Built-in telemetry capability (telemetry compatible devices sold separately)
• Convenient built-in tool storage compartment
• Large easy-to-read LCD screen
• Five-channel, full-proportional versatility
• Frequency-agile, Spektrum™ DSMR® 2.4GHz technology
• Program and fine-tune compatible receivers with AVC® technology
• Bind-progress screen displays status and frame rate
• Compatible with DSM2® receivers

Smart Technology Ready
When combined with Spektrum Firma Smart ESCs and Spektrum Smart capable receivers, the DX5 Rugged receives telemetry data right to your transmitter through the Smart Throttle port on the receiver. Smart Throttle ESCs can send RPM, speed, ESC temp, volts and amp draw.

Accessory Door Panel
Easy access to the Data Port and Tool Holder. Tool holder designed to hold a standard 4-way wrench. Please see your user manual for more Data Port information.

Unmatched Durability
Starting with a chassis based on a superb Spektrum ergonomic design, we were inspired by the punishment capability of cordless power tools, and translated their die-hard engineering to the specific needs of the RC driver. The result is a shock-absorbing rubberized bumper design that surrounds the transmitter chassis to form a level of protection never offered before on a surface transmitter.

Aggressive Styling
The DX5 Rugged stands out as a transmitter platform that means business handling the wildest terrain, the toughest conditions and fierce competition without any worry. That's why we designed durability hand-in-hand with convenience. A built-in side compartment offers tool storage, and two lanyard mounts (one rubber, one molded into the chassis) are supplied so you can be hands-free in an instant.

Inspired Ergonomics
The ergonomically-recognized DX5 Pro and DX5C transmitters paved the way in giving the DX5 Rugged™ a feel any driver could appreciate. Overall low weight offers all-day driving with minimal fatigue, while the non-slip rubber grip and its trigger-throttle action offer a precision experience that feels natural.

Versatile Chassis Guard
We built-in a front chassis guard to increase durability further and make it possible for users to creatively self-integrate personal accessories and/or features such as a camera or light source—the sturdy guard itself and its mounting points are at your disposal.

Breakthrough Steering Control
The aggressive off-road steering wheel tread helps the precision of Spektrum technology to also deliver a tactile feel even if you're crawling, bashing or boating in harsh conditions. The integrated thumb-lever innovatively makes it possible to steer one-handed safely and with a higher-level of precision.

Capacitive Interface
Toward the matter of improving water-resistance the scroll wheel and buttons were exchanged for a capacitive-touch sensing control panel that responds to the simple touch of your finger. Sensitivity of the panel can be adjusted and a large LCD display helps make navigating the intuitive software easy. The Green edition also has an improved screen from previous Rugged releases, offering an improved feel, better control, and more seamless interface operation.

Easy to Program
Programming the DX5 Rugged is simple. An intuitive interface makes navigating menus and changing settings easy. Most users can complete complex programming tasks on the fly.

Built-In Telemetry
The built-in telemetry capability can give you real-time information on things like your vehicle's battery voltage, signal quality, motor temperature and more.** Using the audio-tone alert system, you can program the DX5 Rugged to notify you when specific telemetry values reach or exceed limits you define.

Frequency-Agile DSMR® Technology
The DX5 Rugged is built around frequency-agile, DSMR 2.4GHz technology. This exclusive Spektrum™ technology can be used in any type of surface application, including boats. Its range and response, particularly in noisy 2.4GHz environments, are superb. It's also backwards compatible with DSM2® and marine-specific Spektrum receivers. This means most longtime Spektrum users can continue to use the receivers they have. They'll only need to upgrade if they want the frequency-agility of a DSMR receiver for busy 2.4GHz environments.

AVC® (Active Vehicle Control™) Programming
The DX5 Rugged makes it possible to custom tune an AVC system by providing easy-access to dedicated adjustments. In addition, open channels of the Rugged can be used to adjust the AVC steering and throttle systems independently. No matter what you're driving, AVC technology can easily meet your skill level or driving style with control that makes it feel like you're driving a finely tuned vehicle that handles predictably at every speed.


Spektrum is a brand from the American company Horizon Hobby. "Spektrum" is a RC Radio System revolutionizing the 2,4 GHZ RC industry. With Spektrum, Horizon Hobby was one of the first companies worldwide to offer the 2,4 GHZ technology and telemetry. Today, Spektrum is widely known as one of the best on the market in RC Radio Systems. Many Horizon Hobby models can be instantly connected with Spektrum remotes via BNF (Bind and Fly) such as Blade, E-flite, Hangar 9, hobbyzone, parkzone, or Vaterra products.