HB Racing D8 Atsushi Hara Edition 1/8 Off Road Competition Buggy Kit

This is the Hot Bodies D8 Atsushi Hara Edition 1/8 Off Road Competition Buggy Kit. Just when you thought it couldn’t get better, HB in collaboration with Atsushi Hara release the unthinkable, the HB D8 Hara Edition 1/8th scale 4WD Buggy Kit! Dedicated to creating “Best in Class Vehicles”, the new HB D8 Hara Edition Kit is now available, and is loaded for battle with every available race grade hop-up in the box!

Features:

• CENTRALIZED CHASSIS WEIGHT: Next-generation centralized chassis design moves the engine close to the centerline of the 3mm chassis to get quicker steering and fast response.
• HB BIG BORE SHOCKS: The super-sized shock package is the largest in its class allowing the D8 to recover from the roughest of landings.
• RACE-OPTIMIZED STEERING: Servo saver, turnbuckles, steel drag link, sway bar and more, all in one tight package, the D8 does not disappoint.
• RACING FUEL TANK: Utilizing HPI Baja 1/5th scale technology the D8 implements a clunk design which will use every drop of fuel available.
• LOW PROFILE AIR FILTER: The slammed look of the filter not only looks pro, but provides a larger surface area to breath through.
• ROCK SOLID ONE-PIECE ENGINE MOUNT: A single piece mount makes removal and installation of your engine as easy as removing four screws.
• JUMBO-SIZE WHEELS: The largest wheels allowed under ROAR rules, these put more of your tread on the ground so you can put more of your rivals behind you.
• ONE-PIECE RADIO TRAY: The one piece tray allows for easy maintenance as it can be removed in one section when you need to clean the dirt off your ride.

Included Optional Accessories:

• NEW CHASSIS: Lightweight 3mm chassis.
• LIGHT WEIGHT COMPONENTS: Lightweight drive train and pivot balls.
• ALUMINUM SPINDLES AND HUBS: Optional front aluminum spindles included. New rear aluminum hub with horizontal captured pivot ball.
• FRONT SHOCK TOWER: New 5mm front shock tower.
• LONG REAR SHOCK SET: High Mount Tower with 112mm shocks and 68mm yellow springs.
• OUTER HINGE PINS: Threaded outer hinge pins.
• WORLD CHAMPION’S SETUP: Atsushi Hara’s personal setup including necessary silicone oil weights.
• 4.3:1 internal gear ratio
• 5x11mm clutch bearings

Specifications:
Length (Bumper to Rear Wing End): 500mm
Width: 305mm
Wheelbase: 325mm – 328mm
Kit Weight: 3.4kg (7.5lb) w/Racing Gear*
Drive System: 4WD Shaft Drive
Gear Ratio: 4.3:1 Internal Ratio
Clutch Bearings: 5x11mm

Items Needed for Completion:

• .21 Off Road Nitro Engine
• Tuned Exhaust System
• 2 Channel Radio System & 8AA Batteries
• High Torque Steering & Brake Servo’s (2)
• 6V Receiver Battery
• Glow Driver
• Starter Box & Batteries
• Nitro Fuel & Fuel Bottle
• Paint for Body
• Charger for Receiver Pack & Starter Box Batteries
• Tires & Tire Glue
• Tools for Assembly