MaxTrax Xtreme Traction Boards, Pair (Black)
MaxTrax Xtreme Traction Boards, Pair (Black)
The MaxTrax Xtreme is a pair of recovery boards built for heavy rigs and frequent recoveries. Each board runs 46 x 13 x 4.5 inches and weighs about 10 lb, so the pair is roughly 20 lb total. The headline difference from the standard line: 88 hard-anodized alloy teeth that bolt on and replace one at a time. Alloy teeth shrug off the heat that melts molded nylon teeth during wheelspin, which is why this version holds up when you use it hard.
You get one board for each drive tire. Wedge them under the spinning wheels, ease onto the throttle, and the teeth bite into both the tread and the terrain to pull you out of sand, mud, or snow. Each board is rated to about 9,900 lb, so a loaded overland rig sits well inside spec. Six built-in handles make them easy to grab and reposition, and a shovel end on each board clears packed earth ahead of the tire.
This is the black colorway. Same engineering-grade reinforced nylon body and alloy teeth as the brighter versions, in a low-profile finish for rigs that don't want bright orange or red on the roof rack. Backed by a lifetime warranty against faulty materials and workmanship.
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Overview
The MaxTrax Xtreme is a pair of vehicle recovery boards with 88 replaceable hard-anodized alloy teeth. It's the heavy-duty tier of the line, aimed at loaded rigs and people who recover often. This is the stealth black finish.
Key features
- 88 hard-anodized alloy teeth, bolt-on and individually replaceable with a Torx/T-head tool
- Engineering-grade fiber-reinforced nylon body, made in Australia, UV-stabilized
- Rated to roughly 9,900 lb (4,500 kg) per board
- Six built-in carry handles plus a shovel end on each board
- 46 x 13 x 4.5 in per board, about 10 lb each / 20 lb per pair
- Lifetime warranty against faulty materials and workmanship
Use cases
Self-recovery from sand, mud, and snow under heavy loaded rigs. The black finish suits builds that want recovery gear on the roof rack without bright color. Alloy teeth make this the pick for frequent recoveries where nylon teeth would heat up and wear.
- Sold as: Pair (2 boards)
- Board dimensions: 46 x 13 x 4.5 in
- Weight per board: ~10 lb (4.5 kg)
- Weight per pair: ~20 lb (9 kg)
- Teeth: 88 hard-anodized alloy, replaceable
- Material: Engineering-grade fiber-reinforced nylon, UV-stabilized
- Vehicle rating: ~9,900 lb (4,500 kg) per board
- Handles: 6 built-in per board
- Color: Black
- Origin: Made in Australia
- Warranty: Lifetime against faulty materials and workmanship
Is this one board or two?
It's a pair. You get two boards, one for each drive tire, at the listed price.
How is the Xtreme different from the standard MaxTrax?
The Xtreme swaps molded nylon teeth for 88 hard-anodized alloy teeth that bolt on and are individually replaceable. Alloy resists the heat that can melt nylon teeth during wheelspin, so it holds up to heavy and frequent use.
How much vehicle can they handle?
Each board is rated to about 9,900 lb (4,500 kg). A pair under your drive tires covers the heaviest loaded overland rigs.
Can I replace the teeth if they wear or break?
Yes. Each of the 88 alloy teeth unbolts with a Torx/T-head tool and swaps individually, so you don't replace the whole board.
Will high-speed wheelspin damage the teeth?
Ease onto them. Even alloy teeth grind down faster under aggressive wheelspin. A slow, steady crawl lets them bite and lasts far longer.
Does the black color hold up in the sun?
The nylon body is UV-stabilized like the rest of the Xtreme line. Black runs a bit warmer in direct sun than bright colors, but the material is rated for it. Rinse off grit and salt after sand or beach use to keep the teeth clean.