Associated RC8B3.2 Team Kit 1/8 Nitro Buggy

TEAM ASSOCIATED RC8B3.2 TEAM KIT 1/8 NITRO BUGGY

1:8 scale nitro off road racing is one of RC's most challenging disciplines of racing - it requires attention to detail and demands the highest of standards from equipment. Here to answer the call is the latest development from Team Associated's Area 51 Design Works, the RC8B3.2 Team Kit! The RC8B3.2 is set to push the boundaries of the accolades accumulated by the RC8B3.1:

• 2018 I.F.M.A.R. World Championship, Perth, Australia - Davide Ongaro

• 2019 ROAR National Championship, Hutto, Texas - Spencer Rivkin

• 2019 RCGP Series Championship - Davide Ongaro

• 2019 Italian Nitro Championship - Davide Ongaro

The engineers of Area 51 Design Works focused on key components that improved durability, accelerated maintenance, and expanded upon its race-winning heritage within the RC8B3 platform. An all-new suspension arm design features bottom-loaded inserts to adjust flex characteristics. The rear suspension arm length has been increased while reducing the arm mount width to improve performance in all conditions. A 4-piece center bulkhead allows for easier access to the center differential, making adjustments even faster.

The all-new radio tray design features an enclosed battery box, a larger receiver box, integrated switch and transponder mounting, and adjustable flex configurations. Updated shock caps allow the RCB3.2 to be run with the included new stiff bladders, standard bladders, or as emulsion with no bladders -- all with the same cap. The RC8B3 platform was born with Team Associated "Champion by Design" heritage and the RC8B3.2 plans to continue dominating the 1:8 scale off road racing scene!

Please note: This vehicle needs extra parts to make it operational. Click on the Specifications tab to see what extra equipment you'll need to make the vehicle operational, such as motor and battery pack.

Please note: Due to ongoing R&D, photos may not match final kit. Vehicle shown on these pages equipped with items NOT included in kit: engine, pipe and header, transponder, servos, receiver, wheels, tires. Assembly and painting required.

FEATURES

• New suspension arm design with inserts for flex adjustments

• Longer rear suspension arm length with narrow rear arm mounts

• New center bulkhead splits and has front/rear specific top halves to prevent brake misalignment

• Enclosed battery box for quick and easy battery removal

• Larger receiver box for better wire management

• One-piece graphite transponder and electronic switch mount

• Flex Control(r) radio tray has three different configurations for chassis flex adjustment

• New stiff shock bladder design improves jumping and handling performance

• Updated shock cap works for bladder or emulsion style shock setups

• Shorter and lower front bumper reduces drag and allows easier access to anti-roll bar screws

• I.F.M.A.R. approved rear wing

• 42T ring and 12T pinion gears on front and rear differentials for improved gear ratios

• Updated chassis with chamfered front edges to reduce drag

• Side guards are now threaded into the chassis from the top side of the car

• 90% parts compatibility with RC8B3.2e

SPECIFICATIONS

• Power Source: Nitro Fuel

• Terrain: Off-Road

• Body Style: Buggy

• Assembly Level: Kit*

• Length: 486mm (19.13in)

• Width: 304.5mm (11.99in)

• Weight: varies

• Drive: 4WD

Please note: This vehicle comes as a kit and must be fully assembled by the user. Electronics and/or an engine/motor may be required. 

REQUIRED TO COMPLETE

• .21 class rear exhaust engine

• Exhaust system:muffler and header joining pack, or muffler spring

• 2 or 3 channel radio/transmitter set with switch - FM/PCM/2.4GHz recommended

• Transmitter batteries (#302)

• 4.8-7.4v receiver battery

• Flat style NiMH, OR Flat style LiPo, OR Flat style LiFe

• Model car fuel (20-30% nitro recommended)

• Fuel bottle

• Glow igniter

• Starter box

• 1:8 scale buggy tires

• 1:8 scale buggy wheels

• CA (cyanoacrylate) glue

• Polycarbonate-specific spray paint or polycarbonate-specific bottled paint and airbrush

• Thread-locking compound

• Steering servo

• Throttle servo

• Silicone Shock Fluid

• Silicone Diff Fluid

Tools needed: Needle-nose pliers, Hobby knife, Reamer or hole punch for making holes in body, Ride height gauge, Body Scissors, Hex wrenches, Nut drivers, Wire Cutters, Calipers or a Precision Ruler, Silicone Shock Fluid, Silicone Diff Fluid, Shock Shaft Pliers, 5pc Hex/Nut Driver Tool Set, Dual Turnbuckle Wrench, Tire Adhesive (#1597)