Thursday , 28 March 2024

Team Associated RC10B6 and RC10B6D

Team Associated RC10B6 and RC10B6D

Team Associated has been posting teaser pix of what looks to be a new buggy. The rumor mill was on overdrive, but the wait to find out what the heck is going on is finally over.

Meet the RC10B6 and RC10B6D, a pair of new 2WD buggies that team up to conquer both dirt and turf! Race on the rug? The B6 is your guy. More of a dirt driver – then you’re going to love the B6D. Here are some of the features these two new buggies are going to be equipped with:

• Hard-anodized aluminum pocketed chassis included. Optional weights (not included) allow weight bias tuning.
• Reverse bell-crank steering rack design allows more room for electronics
• Centralized motor positioning for optimum side-to-side balance
• Repositioned A plate provides maximum front end clearance
• One-piece steering blocks with bolt on Ackermann plate
• Lightweight and durable aluminum C plate and aluminum ball stud mount
• Updated ball cups and turnbuckles for precise adjustments and durability
• Adjustable battery hold-down strap allows weight bias tuning
• Aluminum front axle and rear hexes for less rotating mass and long-lasting durability
• V2 12mm “Big Bore” threaded aluminum shocks with 3mm TiN coated shafts and low friction x-rings for improved smoothness
• Factory Team Aluminum Shock Bushings provide stable shock mounts
• Heavy-duty rear axle for added strength
• Factory Team upgraded ball bearings
• Team Associated clear body and screw-mounted wing by JConcepts™
• RC10B6 only: Ability to mount shocks on front or rear of rear arms
• RC10B6D only: 4-gear standup transmission available as option

And, of course, some specs:
Scale: 1:10
Power: Electric
Length: varies*
Width: varies*
Weight: varies*
Wheelbase: 280-282mm
Drive: 2WD

We saw it coming. Now it’s just a waiting game…

#90011 RC10B6 Team Kit (3.9 lb, 9.6×16.3×5.2 in*)
#90012 RC10B6D Team Kit (3.9 lb, 9.6×16.3×5.2 in*)

[source: www.rc10.com]

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