So far I've ran two battery packs through my Wanderer 9XL, and it's only getting to 130 +- degrees on 14cells (using a Duratrax handheld). That is with a 38/18 gearing, so nothing very aggressive yet. I have to say, at that gearing, it does seem as fast as it ever was on nitro, nothing official though, that's just by my feel. My limited exerience with these motors would lead me to yes as my opinion on your question. With the right set up and gearing, it's possible.