Affirmative. AE Rival MT uses a Dean's/T-connector. 5200 2s is a good selection. You will get plenty of run time out of it.
Double check battery dimensions before buying to ensure fit to the Rival. MT10 will accept "most" standard length 2s LiPo's. Battery used in my MT10 measures 5 7/16"...
Yep. MT10 was my pick moving out of back yard racing into all-terrain bashing. No regrets. In fact, have an Ebay MT10 slider chassis in the mail to build an upgrade MT10.
The one I have now will remain bone stock-it is that good a truck right out of the box. My MT10 is the one without...
Hey Caleb. Welcome to the forum. I own and bash a MT10 and will say all manner of good things about it. Great runner on 2S. Tough too. 3S capable out of the box, but it is a handful. 2S will bring loads of fun.
Another consideration is the Arrma Vorteks 3S. Have no experience with it...