{"product_id":"team-associated-rc8t4e-team-kit-pre-order","title":"Team Associated RC8T4e Team Competition Electric Truggy Kit","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe latest development to come from Associated Electrics' Area 51 is designed to push boundaries of performance and build upon the number of accolades accumulated by the RC8 series.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vehicle_price\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-4 text-justify\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePUSHING THE BOUNDARIES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1:8 scale off road racing is one of the hobby's most challenging disciplines; it requires a high standard and demands attention to detail. The latest development to come from Associated Electrics' Area 51 is designed to push boundaries of performance and build upon the number of accolades accumulated by the RC8 series. (See the listing of notable wins in Manuals \u0026amp; Setups.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew chassis layout featuring two saddle pack-style battery configurations. Both configurations include a centrally mounted center differential and in-line center driveshafts for superior drivetrain efficiency and equalized chassis balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour battery configurations to choose from:\u003cbr\u003e- Two 2S shorty LiPo batteries for lowest CG and exceptional weight bias\u003cbr\u003e- Two full size \"saddle pack\" LiPo batteries for lowest CG and exceptional weight bias\u003cbr\u003e- One 4S shorty LiPo battery for simplified setup and more centralized weight bias\u003cbr\u003e- One full size LiPo battery for simplified setup and more centralized weight bias\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInnovative front-end geometry with new 8 deg. steering blocks are paired with a new wider upper suspension arm pivot for improved steering balance and predictable handling in all conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew gearboxes are specific to front and rear with larger bearing sizes resulting in longer life of ring and pinion gears: Front gearbox is a 3.5 deg. inclined pinion gear angle to straighten the center driveshaft for increased drivetrain efficiency and reduced phasing and vibration. Rear gearbox is a 0 deg. pinion gear angle and rear chassis brace mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew front shock tower design with updated suspension geometry and body mount positions for all styles of truck bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear center dogbone driveshafts for improved drivetrain efficiency and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront upper suspension arm updated to have bushing insert for improved fitment and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew rear wing mount has adjustable wing angle shims, significant strength improvements, an aerodynamic shape, and extra clearance for shock position adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe adjustable rear wing has more vertical fins for increased straight-line stability, a taller rear lip height for increased downforce, and increased strength in various areas to reduce bending fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew rear chassis brace is mounted centrally to the gearbox, which reduces material fatigue, centralizes shear forces, and improves the life of rear-end drivetrain parts. There are three different chassis flex options using two chassis hole mounting locations and an optional turnbuckle ball for flex in more degrees of freedom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew rear hub features a symmetrical left and right common design with axle height inserts for adjustable roll center tuning options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e+2 deg. steering block arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eV3 differentials with 46T ring and 10T pinion gears for improved gear ratios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRC8T3.2 split center diff mounts with aluminum center top plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16mm shocks equipped with improved material locking spring cups and rod ends, V2 springs, \"stiff\" style shock bladder, combination bleeder\/emulsion caps, and blue aluminum threaded collars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRC8B3.2 narrow C and D arm mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis vehicle needs extra parts to make it operational. Click on the Specifications link to see what extra equipment you'll need to make the vehicle operational, such as motor and battery pack.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDue to ongoing R\u0026amp;D, photos may not match final kit. Vehicle shown equipped with items NOT included in kit: All electronics, pinion gear, body, wheels, and tires. Assembly and painting required.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-4\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInnovative front-end geometry with new 8 deg. steering blocks are paired with a new wider upper suspension arm pivot for improved steering balance and predictable handling in all conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew gearboxes are specific to front and rear with larger bearing sizes resulting in longer life of ring and pinion gears: Front gearbox is a 3.5 deg. inclined pinion gear angle to straighten the center driveshaft for increased drivetrain efficiency and reduced phasing and vibration. Rear gearbox is a 0 deg. pinion gear angle and rear chassis brace mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew front shock tower design with updated suspension geometry and body mount positions for all styles of truck bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear center dogbone driveshafts for improved drivetrain efficiency and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront upper suspension arm updated to have bushing insert for improved fitment and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew rear wing mount has adjustable wing angle shims, significant strength improvements, an aerodynamic shape, and extra clearance for shock position adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe adjustable rear wing has more vertical fins for increased straight-line stability, a taller rear lip height for increased downforce, and increased strength in various areas to reduce bending fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew rear chassis brace is mounted centrally to the gearbox, which reduces material fatigue, centralizes shear forces, and improves the life of rear-end drivetrain parts. There are three different chassis flex options using two chassis hole mounting locations and an optional turnbuckle ball for flex in more degrees of freedom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew +2 mm and +4 mm shock rod ends for finer adjustment of droop and up-travel settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew rear hub features a symmetrical left and right common design with axle height inserts for adjustable roll center tuning options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e+2 deg. steering block arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eV3 differentials with 46T ring and 10T pinion gears for improved gear ratios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRC8T3.2 split center diff mounts with aluminum center top plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16mm shocks equipped with improved material locking spring cups and rod ends, V2 springs, \"stiff\" style shock bladder, combination bleeder\/emulsion caps, and blue aluminum threaded collars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRC8B3.2 narrow C and D arm mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew 35.5 mm front and 44.5 mm rear shock shafts for improved dampening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-4\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVehicle Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-responsive\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table table-sm table-responsive\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Source:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTerrain:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOff-Road\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBody Style:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuggy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScale Size:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1:8 Scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly Level:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKit*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e560mm (22.05in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003evaries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWheelbase:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003evaries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003evaries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrive:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4WD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003e* This vehicle comes as a kit and must be fully assembled by the user. Electronics and\/or an engine\/motor may be required.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-4\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRequired to Complete\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:8 scale electric motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeed control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiPo battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery charger (suited for the battery mentioned above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-channel surface transmitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-channel receiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering servo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinion gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:8 Body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheels and tires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexan(R) specific spray paint for body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:8 scale off-road wheels and tires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4x AA batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther helpful items: Silicone Shock Fluid, Silicone Diff Fluid, Body Scissors (#1737), Reamer \/ Hole Punch, FT Wrench Set (#1519), Hobby Knife, Needle Nose Pliers, Wire Cutters, Soldering Iron, Calipers or a Precision Ruler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Team Associated","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40890350731401,"sku":"ASC80948","price":685.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/8293\/products\/RC8T4e_lg.jpg?v=1666039691","url":"https:\/\/www.edusportsonline.com\/products\/team-associated-rc8t4e-team-kit-pre-order","provider":"edusportsonline","version":"1.0","type":"link"}