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HPI Racing 1/5 Baja 5B 2.0 Gas RTR
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Manufacturer Stock#
10629

Stock Number
LXWWL9
Retail Price
1949.00
 
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874.99
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NOTES FROM OUR TECH DEPARTMENT

           This is the 1/5 scale, gasoline powered, radio controlled,
                    HPI Baja 5B 2.0 Ready to Run Off-Road Buggy.

New features that differ from the original RTR Baja 5B include; **Three New Body Colors, Subdued Gray, Hot Red and Cool Blue** **Revised 23cc Engine with 10% More Power** **Larger Capacity Muffler** **High Performance 8000 RPM Clutch** **Gunmetal Anodizing on all Aluminum Parts** **VVC/HD Shock Absorbers** **Torx T27 Engine Screws**

FEATURES: Chassis: Narrow channel monocoque design 0.16" (4mm) thick, gunmetal anodized, constructed of aircraft grade 6061 T6 aluminum Drive: Rear wheel gear drive Engine: 2 cycle 1.40 cu in (23cc) gasoline with pull starter, updated cylinder that provides 10% more power than original version dual element foam air filter, primer, choke and kill switch. Now equipped with Torx T27 screws for less wear on tools and screws Exhaust: Steel High Flow design with much larger capacity than original Radio: HPI TF-10 3-channel FM 27MHz with steering and throttle trim steering dual rate, transmitter does not have charge jack, 3rd channel switch is for optional accessories, receiver has adjustable failsafe, 6V 3300mAh rechargeable receiver pack, water resistant housing on chassis with external charging jack and rubber cap for easy crystal changes Servos: Water resistant with high torque 25kg-cm steering servo Receiver Battery: 3300mAh, five sub C-cells 6V rechargeable pack Clutch: Automatic centrifugal type, 8000 RPM for quick aceleration Ball Bearings: Full set included Shocks: Four VVC/HD oil-filled, aluminum body, five externally adjustable dampening settings and dual rate springs for progressive dampening action on all surfaces Main Gear: 57 tooth Gearbox: Sealed Differentials: Viscous Torque Control can be tuned using different weight diff oils, hardened metal planetary gears Brakes: Ventilated dual disc Front Tires: HPI Dirt Buster Rib Pattern M compound 2.4" (60mm) wide 6.7" (170mm) outer diameter Rear Tires: HPI Dirt Buster Block Pattern S compound 3.1" (80mm) wide, 6.7" (170mm) outer diameter Wheels: 5-spoke, nylon 3-piece bead lock, bead is bolted to wheel to hold tire securely in place-no need for tire glue Body: 0.08" (2mm) thick polycarbonate pre-painted in either gray, red or blue (see COMMENTS below) with decals applied Rear Wing: Molded black plastic with decals applied Roll Cage: Baja style high impact nylon protects engine and body from crash damage Suspension: Fully adjustable, long travel double wishbone Caster: Adjustable, with shim 22 / 25.5* stock / 29 degrees caster/toe-in refers to the angle of the front suspension when viewed from the side of the car in relation to the chassis Camber: Adjustable, camber refers to the angle of the tops of the tires from vertical when viewed from front or behind vehicle Warranty: 2-year limited

INCLUDES: HPI Baja 5B 2.0 RTR buggy with 1.40 cu in (23cc) gasoline engine 27MHz FM radio, 2 water resistant servos, 3.4oz (100cc) 2-cycle oil 2oz (60cc) shock oil, 1oz (30cc) diff oil, 1oz (30cc) air filter oil, tube of gear grease, 3300mAh receiver pack, body with wing, extra air filter, wrenches, decal sheet and illustrated instruction manual

REQUIRES: Unleaded Gasoline: 87-93 octane, mix gasoline and two cycle oil at 25:1 ratio Transmitter Batteries: 8 AA Battery Charger: For receiver pack Screwdriver: Flat blade, 3/16" (4-5mm) wide

SPECS: Vehicle- Length: 32.2" (817mm) Front Width: 18.1" (460mm) Rear Width: 18.9" (480mm) Height: 10" (255mm) with 1G, 11" (280mm) with 0G Ride Height: 3" (76mm) Suspension Travel: Front 3.7" (95mm), Rear 3.9" (100mm) Weight: 21.3 lbs (9.6kg)(approx.) Wheelbase: 22.4" (570mm) wheels on-center front-to-rear Front Tread: 15.0" (382mm) Rear Tread: 15.8" (402mm) wheels on-center side-to-side Front Track: 17.4" (442mm) Rear Track: 18.1" (460mm) outer edges of wheels Gear Ratio: 8.382:1 Tires- Front: 2.4" (60mm) x 6.7" (170mm) Rear: 3.1" (80mm) x 6.7" (170mm) Body- Length: 22.9" (581mm) Width: 8.8" (224mm) at rear wheels (widest point) 3.25" (82mm) ahead of front wheels (thinnest point) Height: 4.75" (121mm) at highest point

COMMENTS: Body color will vary between Subdued Gray, Hot Red and Cool Blue. It is not possible to request a specific color because they are supplied by the manufacturer at random.

For Replacement Ball Bearings use: Qty. Size Location Qty Bearing Set 4 12x24mm Fr Wheel Hubs 2 HPIC0089 4 12x24mm R Wheel Hubs 2 HPIC0089 2 10x15mm Steering Shafts 1 DTXC1595 2 17x30mm Idler Gear 1 HPIC0092 2 12x24mm Drive Gear 1 HPIC0089 1 12x24mm Spur Gear Mount 1 HPIC0089 2 10x15mm Diff 1 DTXC1595

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COMPLETION NOTES FROM THE TECH DEPARTMENT
THIS IS THE GASOLINE POWERED 1/5 SCALE HPI BAJA 5B 2.0 RTR BUGGY. FEATURES: 2 CYCLE 1.40 CU IN (23CC) GASOLINE ENGINE WITH PULL STARTER, 3-CH FM RADIO/W 2 WATER RESISTANT SERVOS, FAIL SAFE, AUTO CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH, LONG TRAVEL DOUBLE WISHBONE SUSPENSION, 2-CYCLE OIL, SHOCK, DIFF & FILTER OIL REQUIRES: GASOLINE, 8 AA BATTERIES, FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER

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