The one and only original 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! Now, YOU can 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 engine and electronics as you build the HPI Baja 5B and you'll be ready for any adventure that comes your way! With extra-tough drivetrain parts like the viscous torque differential, super-durable composite spur gear with internal damping and all-metal drivetrain, the HPI Baja 5B is ready for your 23-32cc 2-stroke engine so you can experience the joy of gas-powered RC and up to 30-minute runtimes!
Features:
- Unassembled 1/5th scale Off-Road Buggy
- Ready for your 23-32cc RC engine
- Ready for your electronics
- Enclosed radio box
- Baja desert racing body design
- Adjustable HD shock absorbers
- Monocoque chassis
- Low CG for superior handling
- Long travel suspension
- Viscous torque oil-filled gear differential
- All-terrain tires
- Beadlock wheels with metal insert hubs
- 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
- Race spec Hex socket hardware
- Gunmetal anodizing
- Full set of rubber-sealed ball bearings
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 Aluminum coilover shock absorber with fully adjustable preload collar
- Wheel type: 3-piece beadlock design, high impact nylon material with inset heavy-duty metal hex hub
Needed to Complete:
- Radio system with transmitter, receiver, large scale steering servo, 1/10th scale throttle servo
- 23-32cc RC engine with muffler or pipe
- Hump style receiver battery with Tamiya plugs plus a suitable charger
