Thursday , 28 March 2024

Team Associated RC8B3 Nitro Buggy

Team Associated RC8B3 1/8 Nitro Buggy

A day after the A-Team snuck a photo up on Facebook, they’ve released all the need-to-know info on their newest 1/8 scale Nitro buggy, the RC8B3.

This buggy is completely redesigned from the ground up, incorporating years of racing experience into a stellar racing machine that has already won it’s first race in the hands of superstar driver Ryan Cavalieri; the NeoX race.

Check out some of the features on this new ride:
• Front suspension features pillow-ball uprights for increased adjustability and improved durability
• Lightweight ring gears and optimized precision ball bearing sizing reduces drivetrain rotational mass for improved acceleration and fuel economy
• Gearboxes feature a 3.38:1 internal gear ratio with fast access differentials for quick removal, tuning and maintenance
• Six universal drive shafts for efficient drivetrain power delivery and ease of maintenance
• Braking system features bonded pads and machined steel rotors for maximum braking force and reduced fade
• 7075-T6 aluminum 16mm Big Bore threaded shocks with TiN coated 3.5mm shafts, larger diameter precision springs, and optimized bladders for more precise volume compensation
• 7075-T6 aluminum shock towers front and rear feature finely tuned shock mounting and upper arm positions
• Refined suspension geometry with lower hinge pin inserts for quick and easy roll center adjustments
• Lightweight one-piece wing mounts feature height and forward positioning adjustment for more precise handling
• Carbon fiber radio tray with sealed receiver box keeps dirt and debris from receiver
• Large capacity fuel tank with floating clunk filter and optimized internal baffles keep fuel flowing in the most extreme conditions
• Pro-Line RC8B3 clear body and Team Associated molded wing included

Specs:
Length: 488mm (19.21in)
Width: varies
Wheelbase: 327.5mm (12.89in)
Weight: varies
Internal Gear Ratio: 3.38:1

Although it is a complete kit, you will need the standard list of additional goodies to get the RC8B3 up and running.

I can’t wait to get my hands on one of these!!!

80914 – RC8B3 Team Kit

[source: www.rc10.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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