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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 just original HPI Baja 5B is BACK and ready for you to build from the ground up! The HPI SBK collection of Self Develop Sets grows with the addition of not simply one, but 2 1/5th scale HPI packages! Fans of electrical off-road RC will be super thrilled to build their own brushless-powered 1/5th scale with the HPI Baja 5B FLUX Self Build Set! Experience the thrill and enjoyment of building an automobile which ends up being over 80cm (nearly 32 inches) long and weighing nearly 10kg (over 21 pound)! Simply install your own electronics as you build the Baja 5B FLUX and you'll be ready for any adventure that comes your way!

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

The Baja 5B FLUX is likewise equipped 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 massive high impact 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 fits a big battery box and has area for the BIGGEST brushless motors you can find for RC, and likewise includes an adjustable motor mount. Accurate steering is offered by a dual-bellcrank rack and cam-type servo saver. Aluminum parts are anodized in cool gunmetal and a streamlined FLUX-specific clear polycarbonate body is consisted of in the SBK kit, ready for your customized racing scheme!

The tube roll cage is made of high impact nylon and topped with a real aluminum roofing system to continue the classic looks. The roll cage is completely practical and secures the motor and internals from crash damage. The roll cage, radio box, body panels, wing, undertray and equipment case are all installed with fast gain access to clips for simple maintenance.

The Baja 5B SBK Includes these Upgrades:

Front & Rear Sway Bars (86618)- Front and rear sway bars enhances handling and gives quicker steering response over. Include 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 include a serious quantity of strength to the drivetrain, and the rubber boots keep mud and lawn from the outdrives and bearings.

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

24mm Heavy Duty Front Hex Hub (105612) - Replacing the original C-clip front hex hub, the HD Front Hex Hub adds a serious quantity of strength to the front suspension and dramatically enhances the sturdiness of the HPI Baja 5B.

Recommended electronic requirements:

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

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

Battery: overall of 4S-8S LiPo, combined 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 rating with 75mm installing (large scale basic size)

Battery charger: LiPo balance charger ideal for picked car battery.

Kit Requirements

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; 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)

Airplane aluminum 6061 T6 monocoque chassis

Double wishbone suspension with adjustable roll center F/R

Drive system: HD metal gears with sealed transmission (8.382:1 equipment ratio)

Differential: viscous torque control with 4 pinion gears; sealed diff case with silicone oil

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

Wheel type: 3-piece beadlock design, high impact nylon product with inset sturdy metal hex hub

Features:

  • Unassembled 1/5th scale electric-powered Off-Road Buggy ready for your 6S or 8S LiPo electronics

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

  • Viscous torque oil-filled equipment differential

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

  • Quick access to all crucial maintenance points

  • Dual bellcrank steering and webcam type servo saver


  • Aluminum rear shock tower and hard plastic skid plates

  • Gunmetal anodizing

  • Full set of rubber-sealed ball bearings

  • Adjustable motor mount and structured HPI Baja 5B Flux body design


  • Item Developed: 07/15/2022


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