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HPI 1/5 Scale Baja 5B 2Wd Gas Powered Desert Buggy Sbk With Clear Bo (HPI 160323 | HPI160323)

Model: HPI 160323
Dist. #: HPI160323   SKU: HPI160323

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1/5 Scale Baja 5B 2Wd Gas Powered Desert Buggy Sbk With Clear Bo...
1/5 Scale Baja 5B 2WD Gas Powered Desert Buggy SBK with Clear Body (No Engine)

The one and just original HPI Baja 5B is BACK and ready for you to construct from the ground up! The HPI SBK collection of Self Construct Kits grows with the addition of not simply one, but 2 1/5th scale HPI sets! Now, YOU can construct and own the legend! Experience the thrill and excitement of constructing a vehicle which winds up being over 80cm (nearly 32 inches) long and weighing nearly 10kg (over 21 pound)! Just install your own engine and electronics as you construct the HPI Baja 5B and you'll be ready for any experience that comes your method! With extra-tough drivetrain parts like the thick torque differential, super-durable composite spur gear with internal damping and all-metal drivetrain, the HPI Baja 5B is ready for your 23-32cc 2-stroke engine so you can experience the pleasure of gas-powered RC and approximately 30-minute runtimes!

The HPI Baja 5B is likewise geared up with extra-big and super-tough suspension parts, featuring awesome HPI sturdiness! With its expertly created molded composite suspension plus extra-long adjustable HD shocks, and huge high effect nylon 3-piece beadlock wheels, the Baja 5B is ready for full-speed racing on any off-road circuit!

The 4mm thick 6061 aluminum monocoque chassis provides the HPI Baja 5B the timeless desert racing buggy appearance. Exactly bent into shape for optimal strength, the chassis offers the mounting points for the engine and suspension, forming the backbone of the automobile. Accurate steering is provided by a dual-bellcrank rack and cam-type servo saver. Aluminum parts are anodized in cool gunmetal and the timeless Baja desert racer clear polycarbonate body is consisted of in the SBK kit, ready for your customized racing scheme!

The tube roll cage is made of high effect nylon and topped with a real aluminum roof to carry on the timeless appearances. The roll cage is totally functional and secures the motor and internals from crash damage. The roll cage, radio box, body panels, wing, undertray and gear case are all installed with quick access clips for easy maintenance.

The Baja 5B SBK Consists Of these Upgrades:

Front & Rear Sway Bars - Front and rear sway bars enhances handling and provides quicker steering response over. Include more tuning possibilities with the #86618 Sway Bar Set!

Super Sturdy Drive Shaft - The 9mm thick Super Sturdy Drive Shafts and matching HD drivetrain parts include a major amount of toughness to the drivetrain, and the rubber boots keep mud and turf from the outdrives and bearings. #104966

Rear Hub Provider - The one-piece Rear Hub Carriers are easier to change, more long lasting, and are a lighter weight than the original multi-piece hub carriers. They likewise enable toe-in modifications of 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 degrees to help match the Baja's performance to track conditions. #104781

24mm Sturdy Front Hex Hub - Changing the original C-clip front hex hub, the HD Front Hex Hub includes a major amount of strength to the front suspension and drastically enhances the sturdiness of the HPI Baja 5B. # 105612

Suggested equipment specifications:

Engine & Exhaust: 23-32cc engine with standard RC big scale mounting points with box or tuned pipeline exhaust

Radio system: Minimum 2-channel radio & transmitter set with voltage & signal failsafe

Steering servo: Minimum 25kg/cm or 486oz-in rating with 75mm mounting (big scale standard size)

Throttle servo: Minimum 7kg/cm or 100oz-in rating (1/10th requirement size)

Receiver battery: 6V hump design (2+3) pack with plug to fit receiver

Battery battery charger: battery charger suitable for picked receiver battery

Set Specifications:

General Length 817mm

Height: 255mm

Width: Front - 460mm; Rear - 480mm

Tire Track (to center of tires): Front - 395mm; Rear - 400mm

Wheelbase: 570mm

Trip Height: 76mm

Suspension Travel: Front - 95mm; Rear - 100mm

Weight: 9.6kg (21.3pound)

Adjustable Camber: front - shims; rear - screw

Front caster: adjustable with shim 22 / 25.5* / 29 degrees (* stock)

Toe-in: Front adjustable with tie rod; Rear adjustable with inserts 0-4 degrees (3 degrees stock set-up)

Double wishbone suspension with adjustable roll center F/R

Drive system: HD metal equipments with sealed gear box (8.382:1 gear ratio)

Differential: thick torque control with 4 pinion equipments; sealed diff case with silicone oil

Shock absorber: HD Aluminum coilover shock absorber with totally adjustable preload collar

Wheel type: 3-piece beadlock style, high effect nylon material with inset heavy-duty metal hex hub

Functions:

  • Unassembled 1/5th scale Off-Road Buggy ready for your 23-32cc RC engine and electronics

  • Airplane aluminum 6061 T6 monocoque chassis with low CG and adjustable HD shock absorbers on long travel suspension for exceptional handling

  • Thick torque oil-filled gear differential

  • All-terrain tires and beadlock wheels with metal insert centers

  • Quick access to all vital maintenance points

  • Double bellcrank steering and cam type servo saver


  • Aluminum rear shock tower and tough plastic skid plates

  • Gunmetal anodizing

  • Full set of rubber-sealed ball bearings


  • Product Created: 07/15/2022


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