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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 Electronics)

The one and only initial HPI Baja 5B is BACK and ready for you to build from the ground up! The HPI SBK collection of Self Build Kits grows with the addition of not simply one, but TWO 1/5th scale HPI sets! Fans of electric 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 adventure and enjoyment of constructing an automobile which ends up being over 80cm (almost 32 inches) long and weighing almost 10kg (over 21 lb)! Just install your own electronics as you build the Baja 5B FLUX and you'll be ready for any experience 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 gear with internal damping and all-metal drivetrain, the Baja 5B FLUX is ready for up to eight 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, including amazing HPI toughness! With its expertly developed molded composite suspension plus extra-long adjustable HD shocks, and enormous 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 substantial battery box and has space for the BIGGEST brushless motors you can discover for RC, and likewise includes an adjustable motor mount. Exact steering is supplied 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 included 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 roof to continue the timeless appearances. The roll cage is totally practical and protects the motor and internals from crash damage. The roll cage, radio box, body panels, wing, undertray and gear case are all mounted with fast access clips for simple maintenance.

The Baja 5B SBK Includes these Upgrades:

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

Super Strong Drive Shaft (104966) - The 9mm thick Super Strong Drive Shafts and matching HD drivetrain parts include a major amount of strength to the drivetrain, and the rubber boots keep mud and grass from the outdrives and bearings.

Rear Center Provider (104781) - The one-piece Back Center Carriers are simpler to change, more durable, and are a lighter weight than the initial multi-piece center carriers. They likewise enable toe-in changes of 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 degrees to help match the Baja's efficiency to track conditions.

24mm Strong Front Hex Center (105612) - Changing the initial C-clip front hex center, the HD Front Hex Center includes a major amount of strength to the front suspension and considerably enhances the toughness of the HPI Baja 5B.

Suggested electronic specs:

Motor: 1/5th scale motor with 800KV score, maximum 113mm (length) x 56mm (diameter) with 30mm M4 installing holes

Speed controller: 1/5th scale ESC with 200 amp continuous existing score to match the motor

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

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

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

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

Battery battery charger: LiPo balance battery charger suitable for picked automobile battery.

Kit Specs

Total Length 817mm

Height: 255mm

Width: Front - 460mm; Back - 480mm

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

Wheelbase: 570mm

Ride Height: 76mm

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

Weight: 9.6kg (21.3lb)

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)

Aircraft aluminum 6061 T6 monocoque chassis

Double wishbone suspension with adjustable roll center F/R

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

Differential: viscous torque control with 4 pinion gears; 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 impact nylon material with inset durable metal hex center

Functions:

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

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

  • Viscous torque oil-filled gear differential

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

  • Quick access to all vital upkeep points

  • Double bellcrank steering and web cam type servo saver


  • Aluminum rear shock tower and difficult plastic skid plates

  • Gunmetal anodizing

  • Full set of rubber-sealed ball bearings

  • Adjustable motor mount and streamlined HPI Baja 5B Flux body style


  • Item Produced: 07/15/2022


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