HPI Baja 5B Gas SBK Kit (No Engine)
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Description
The Baja 5B is BACK as a Self Build Kit!
HPI large scale fans, we have heard you! The ORIGINAL, AUTHENTIC, 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 just one, but TWO 1/5th scale HPI kits! Fans of large scale off-road RC will be super excited to build their own GAS- or FLUX-powered Baja 5B with these new Self Build Kits!
The ULTIMATE HPI Self Build Kits!!
Build and own the legend! Experience the thrill and excitement of building a car which ends up being over 80cm (nearly 32 inches) long and weighing nearly 10kg (over 21 lb)! Just install your own electronics (and engine for the gas-powered version) as you build and you'll be ready for any adventure that comes your way!When the HPI Baja 5B buggy was first introduced, large scale RC was very expensive and quite difficult for the average RC hobbyist to experience. Using highly durable parts and innovative design features, HPI brought large scale off-road to new enthusiasts and ushered in a new, BIGGER era of RC!
The HPI Baja 5B and 5B FLUX are both equipped with extra-big and super-tough suspension parts, featuring awesome HPI durability! With its expertly designed 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!
Great Baja 5B performance parts are included:- Front & Rear Sway Bars
- Super Heavy Duty Drive Shafts
- One-Piece Rear Hub Carriers
- 24mm Heavy Duty Front Hex Hubs
FEATURES SUMMARY
- Unassembled 1/5th scale Off-Road Buggy
- Ready for your 23-32cc RC engine or 6S/8S LiPo electronics
- Ready for your radio gear
- Enclosed radio box
- Baja desert racing body design specific to gas or Flux version
- Adjustable HD shock absorbers
- Monocoque chassis
- Low CG for superior handling
- Long travel suspension
- Viscous torque oil-filled gear differential
- All-terrain tires and beadlock wheels
- Aluminum rear shock tower
- Hard plastic skid plates
- Adjustable rear wing
- Quick access to all critical maintenance points
- Dual bellcrank steering
- Cam type servo saver
- Hex socket hardware
- Gunmetal anodizing
- Full set of rubber-sealed ball bearings
- Enclosed receiver box
Chassis Specifications
- Overall Length 817mm
- Height: 255mm
- Width: Front - 460mm; Rear - 480mm
- Tire Track (to center of tires): Front - 395mm; Rear - 400mm
- Wheelbase: 570mm
- Ride Height: 76mm
- Suspension Travel: Front - 95mm; Rear - 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 construction and threaded fully adjustable coilover springs
- Wheel type: 3 pcs with high impact nylon material with inset heavy-duty metal hex hub
Required for Use
- Engine & Exhaust: 23-32cc Engine with standard RC mouting points
- Transmitter/ Receiver
- Steering Servo (Large scale standard size, 25kg minimum)
- Throttle Servo (1/10th Standard size, 7kg minimum)
- Receiver Battery (6v Hump style)
- Battery Charger (for 6v Receiver battery)
- AA Batteries for transmitter
- Paint
- Tools
- Specification
- Links and Manuals
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