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HPI 1/5 Scale Baja 5B Flux 2Wd Electric Desert Buggy Sbk With Clear (HPI 160324 | HPI160324)

Model: HPI 160324
Dist. #: HPI160324   SKU: HPI160324

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1/5 Scale Baja 5B Flux 2Wd Electric Desert Buggy Sbk With Clear ...
1/5 Scale Baja 5B Flux 2WD Electric Desert Buggy SBK with Clear Body (No Electronic Devices)

The one and only initial HPI Baja 5B is BACK and all set for you to build from the ground up! The HPI SBK collection of Self Build Sets grows with the addition of not just one, but TWO 1/5th scale HPI sets! Fans of electrical off-road RC will be extremely thrilled to build their own brushless-powered 1/5th scale with the HPI Baja 5B FLUX Self Build Package! Experience the thrill and enjoyment of developing a car which ends up being over 80cm (almost 32 inches) long and weighing almost 10kg (over 21 pound)! Just install your own electronic devices as you build the Baja 5B FLUX and you'll be all set for any experience that comes your way!

With extra-tough drivetrain parts taken straight from the gasoline-powered variation such as the thick torque differential, super-durable composite spur gear with internal damping and all-metal drivetrain, the Baja 5B FLUX is all set for up to 8S of raw LiPo power, so you can see speeds of over 50 miles per hour!

The Baja 5B FLUX is also equipped with extra-big and super-tough suspension parts, including remarkable HPI toughness! With its skillfully designed molded composite suspension plus extra-long adjustable HD shocks, and enormous high impact nylon 3-piece beadlock wheels, the Baja 5B is all set for full-speed racing on any off-road circuit!

The 4mm thick 6061 aluminum monocoque chassis fits a substantial battery box and has space for the BIGGEST brushless motors you can discover for RC, and also features an adjustable motor install. Accurate steering is provided by a dual-bellcrank rack and cam-type servo saver. Aluminum parts are anodized in cool gunmetal and a smooth FLUX-specific clear polycarbonate body is consisted of in the SBK kit, all set for your custom-made racing scheme!

The tube roll cage is made of high impact nylon and topped with a genuine aluminum roofing to carry on the timeless appearances. The roll cage is completely functional and safeguards 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 (86618)- Front and rear sway bars improves handling and gives quicker steering action over. Add more tuning possibilities with the Sway Bar Set!

Super Heavy Duty Drive Shaft (104966) - The 9mm thick Super Heavy Duty Drive Shafts and matching HD drivetrain parts add a severe amount of toughness to the drivetrain, and the rubber boots keep mud and turf from the outdrives and bearings.

Rear Hub Carrier (104781) - The one-piece Rear Hub Carriers are easier to change, more durable, and are a lighter weight than the initial multi-piece hub carriers. They also allow toe-in changes of 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 degrees to help match the Baja's performance to track conditions.

24mm Heavy Duty Front Hex Hub (105612) - Replacing the initial C-clip front hex hub, the HD Front Hex Hub includes a severe amount of strength to the front suspension and considerably improves the toughness of the HPI Baja 5B.

Suggested electronic specifications:

Motor: 1/5th scale motor with 800KV ranking, optimum 113mm (length) x 56mm (size) with 30mm M4 installing holes

Speed controller: 1/5th scale ESC with 200 amp constant current ranking to match the motor

Battery: overall of 4S-8S LiPo, integrated optimum size 200 x 84 x 47mm

High-current ports: matching ports for the motor, ESC and batteries

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

Servo: minimum 25kg/cm or 486oz-in ranking with 75mm installing (big scale basic size)

Battery charger: LiPo balance charger suitable for chosen car battery.

Kit Specs

Overall 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; back - 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)

Aircraft aluminum 6061 T6 monocoque chassis

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 completely adjustable preload collar

Wheel type: 3-piece beadlock style, high impact nylon material with inset durable metal hex hub

Functions:

  • Unassembled 1/5th scale electric-powered Off-Road Buggy all set for your 6S or 8S LiPo electronic devices

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

  • Viscous torque oil-filled gear differential

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

  • Quick access to all important maintenance points

  • Dual bellcrank steering and web cam type servo saver


  • Aluminum rear shock tower and hard plastic skid plates

  • Gunmetal anodizing

  • Complete set of rubber-sealed ball bearings

  • Adjustable motor install and structured HPI Baja 5B Flux body style


  • Item Developed: 07/15/2022


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