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Schumacher Cat K1 4WD Buggy

Schumacher Cat K1 4WD Buggy
Schumacher Cat K1 4WD Buggy

The CAT K1 is an ultra modern, 1/10th scale, 4WD, Electric Powered buggy which continues the race winning tradition of Schumachers legendary CAT ‘Competition All Terrain’ vehicles.

Schumachers R & D department and highly skilled international racing team have developed a simple, yet highly efficient twin belt transmission, with optimised motor position and belt length that offers equalised front and rear drive.

The CAT K1 also features a long top deck that promotes controlled flex, improved steering geometry for millimetre perfect control plus a whole host of detailed changes and improvements making the CAT K1 the car to beat!

The CAT K1, with killer instinct!

Features
• New Optimised 2 belt transmission with efficient low tension Bando belts running on large CNC machined pulleys.
• New 2.0mm aluminium chassis with aerospace grade carbon fibre top deck.
• New Moulded side pods for superb dirt protection.
• New Mid motor layout with adjustable motor position.
• New Chassis mounted, angled steering bell cranks for low C of G.
• New Steering rack design for improved dynamic ackerman throughout the steering range.
• New Long top deck for superior flex characteristics.
• New Black anodised components for the aggressive stealth look.
• New Medium flex suspension arms as standard.
• New Stronger pivot blocks and pivot block mounting system.
• New ‘High agilty’ small bore shocks with big bore springs, titanium nitride shafts, threaded collars and twin o-ring sealing.
• New Machined tapered pistons with different colours for easy identification.
• New Optimum weight distribution with adjustable saddle pack layout.
• New Larger layshaft bearings.
• New Belt adjustment for consistent driveshaft geometry at all belt tensions.
• New Cab forward body shell for improved jump handling, bump stability and high speed cornering.
• New Large high down force rear wing enhances cab forward aero package.
• Super free, limited slip ball diffs with extreme high strength silicone nitride balls.
• Strong steel universal driveshafts.
• Rubber sealed, super precision ball bearings throughout.
• Smooth twin pad vented slipper with easy access adjustment.
• Unique motor clamp mount to fine tune weight distribution.
• Optional gear diff available.
• Horizontally split transmission housings for easy diff access and maintenance.
• Optimised chassis shape to improve roll stability.
• Rigid servo mount directly to the chassis for precise steering.
• Class leading suspension geometry with durable components and a huge range of optional alloy parts, offering adjustments to setup your CAT K1 to all track conditions.
• Adjustable rear roll centres, inboard toe-in/toe-out, anti-squat and track width (using optional speed secret parts).
• Adjustable front roll centres, rake angle and track width (using optional speed secret parts).
• Strong, rigid 4mm aero space carbon fibre shock brackets.

CAT K1 Specification
Power Source: ELECTRIC
Model Type: 4WD, OFF ROAD, COMPETITION
Length: 373mm
Wheelbase: 285mm
Width: 250mm
Top Speed: 40 MPH+

Equipment Needed
• 2 Channel Radio
• Motor
• Servo
• Electric Speed Control
• Tyres
• Motor Pinion
• 2s Saddle Lipo Battery

[source: www.teamxray.com]

About Tony Phalen

Tony Phalen - As an avid RC enthusiast, Tony has been building, bashing and racing RC Cars for over 30 years. He has participated in every kind of surface racing events - 1/18 scale trucks, 1/10 scale TC, Rock Racers, Rally - if it had wheels, he's raced it! He's also worked on both sides of the industry fence; collaborating with many major manufacturers (as well as being a sponsored driver) to working for a high-profile industry magazine. During this time he has learned many tricks, tips and techniques and is sharing that knowledge on CompetitionX - the most informative RC website on the internet!

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