{"product_id":"team-associated-rc8b4-1-team-1-8-4wd-off-road-nitro-buggy-kit-asc80949","title":"Team Associated RC8B4.1 Team 1\/8 4WD Off-Road Nitro Buggy Kit ASC80949 (ONLINE ORDER ONLY)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Team Associated RC8B4.1 Team Kit continues the legacy of the 2022 IFMAR World Champion-winning RC8B4 with comprehensive updates for improved handling on un-groomed outdoor tracks. Team Associated engineers focused on lowering the center of gravity, reducing weight, and enhancing performance through a new RWB (Rear Weight Bias) chassis design with a stiffer tapered profile for predictable high-speed handling while allowing a softer overall shock package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe suspension has been completely overhauled with new low-CG aluminum shock towers and shorter 16mm shocks, along with new 3-hole rear suspension arms that allow softer shock and spring combinations while maintaining support through fast turns. The new wide-base rear hubs with 3mm carbon fiber hub towers provide extensive geometry options, while 92mm universal joints, 44\/13 bevel gears, and a 47T spur gear deliver maximum grip and smooth power delivery on challenging outdoor surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEW RWB chassis and side guards with tapered design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEW low-CG lightweight aluminum front and rear shock towers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEW shorter 16mm front and rear shock bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEW 6-hole 1.4mm front and 1.5mm taper rear machined shock pistons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEW 3-hole rear suspension arms with updated anti-roll bar geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEW wide-base rear hub design with 3mm carbon fiber hub towers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEW blue aluminum front upper arm mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEW molded RC8B4.1 front bumper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEW 47T machined spur gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEW +1 aluminum steering block arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e44\/13 ring and pinion bevel gear set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e92mm universal driveshafts with 17mm outdrives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated soft blend suspension arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-shoe aluminum clutch system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRC8B4 Mu body with RWB trim lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2022 IFMAR World Champion platform heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRWB chassis provides predictable high-speed handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered chassis increases stiffness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower CG improves corner speed and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShorter shocks reduce weight and lower CG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-hole arms balance softness with support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide-base hubs offer multiple geometry options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e+1 steering arms sharpen steering on low grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNitro-Specific Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized for .21 class rear exhaust engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated fuel tank with flexible rubber lid puller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon fiber radio tray brace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery and receiver box with transponder mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhaust hanger mount and spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-shoe aluminum clutch with 13T clutch bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RC8B4.1 Team Kit is designed for competitive 1\/8 scale nitro buggy racing on outdoor off-road tracks. This kit requires assembly, engine, and electronics selection. Best suited for intermediate-to-advanced racers at club through national levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrivetrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4WD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 486mm (19.13 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 304.5mm (11.99 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheelbase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 323mm (12.72 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine:\u003c\/strong\u003e .21 Class Rear Exhaust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Off-Road\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Team Kit (Unassembled)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Team Associated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRC8B4.1 Team Kit (unassembled)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRWB tapered chassis with side guards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-CG aluminum shock towers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16mm shocks with springs and pistons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-hole rear suspension arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide-base rear hubs with CF towers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e92mm universal driveshafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e44\/13 bevel gear sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e47T spur gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-shoe aluminum clutch with 13T bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMu polycarbonate body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly hardware and manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNeeded to Complete\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e.21 class rear exhaust nitro engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhaust system (muffler and header)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-3 channel radio system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering and throttle servos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.8-7.4V receiver battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel car fuel (20-30% nitro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuel bottle, glow igniter, starter box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/8 buggy wheels and tires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolycarbonate body paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilicone shock and diff fluids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCA glue and thread locker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSummary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Team Associated RC8B4.1 Team Kit builds on 2022 IFMAR World Championship success with RWB chassis design, low-CG shock towers, and updated suspension geometry. Engineered for nitro racing on challenging outdoor tracks, this 1\/8 scale buggy delivers championship-caliber performance for serious competitors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RC Hop Up Parts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44150436036631,"sku":"OOO","price":679.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/8099\/9959\/files\/asc80949.jpg?v=1767376119","url":"https:\/\/animeimports.net\/products\/team-associated-rc8b4-1-team-1-8-4wd-off-road-nitro-buggy-kit-asc80949","provider":"Anime Imports LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}