New Team Associated RC8T3 Team Kit 1/8-scale truck!

0 Feb. 3, 2016, 12:24 p.m.

By Aaron Waldron
LiveRC.com

New from Team Associated:
www.teamassociated.com

Team Associated has taken all of the performance engineering developed for the RC8B3 nitro and RC8B3e electric buggies and used the data to create our new nitro powered truggy, the RC8T3 Team Kit!

The RC8T3 shares many parts with the RC8B3, offering the perfect solution for multi-class racers. Using a unique proprietary hard anodized 7075-T6 aluminum chassis specifically designed for optimum weight distribution and superior handling, the RC8T3 drives like a champ.

World class suspension package: The RC8T3 has received an updated suspension that features a pillow-ball front upright for maximum steering and durability. Refined 16mm Big Bore hard-anodized aluminum threaded shocks and 3.5mm alloy shock shafts provide plush suspension travel. The RC8T3 features precision universal drive shafts front and rear to keep suspension travel free through the entire stroke.

Features:

Designed to handle and built to win, just like its brother the RC8B3, the RC8T3 Team Kit imparts the highest level of performance that will help take your 1:8 program to the next level.
7075-T6 hard-anodized aluminum chassis features an optimized weight bias layout for improved handling and stability
New V2 diffs included for longer life and improved performance
Front suspension features pillow ball uprights for increased adjustability and improved durability
Lightweight ring gears and optimized precision ball bearing sizing reduces drivetrain rotational mass for improved acceleration and battery efficiency
Gearboxes feature a 4.6:1 internal gear ratio with fast access differentials for quick removal, tuning and maintenance
Six universal drive shafts for efficient drivetrain power delivery and ease of maintenance
7075-T6 aluminum 16mm Big Bore threaded shocks with TiN coated 3.5mm shafts, larger diameter precision springs, and optimized bladders for more precise volume compensation
7075-T6 aluminum shock towers front and rear feature finely tuned shock mounting and upper arm positions
Refined suspension geometry with lower hinge pin inserts for quick and easy roll center adjustments
Lightweight one-piece wing mounts feature height and forward positioning adjustment for more precise handling
Two-piece sliding engine mount for easy gear mesh adjustment and motor removal
Pro-Line RC8T3 clear body and Team Associated molded wing included
The RC8T3 shares many parts with the RC8B3 nitro buggy, offering the perfect solution for multi-class racers

Vehicle Specifications:
Power Source: Nitro Fuel
Terrain: Off-Road
Body Style: Truck
Scale Size: 1:8 Scale
Assembly Level: Kit*
Length: 560mm (22.05in)
Width: varies
Wheelbase: 376.5mm (14.82in)
Weight: varies
Drive: 4WD

* This vehicle comes as a kit and must be fully assembled by the user. Electronics and/or an engine/motor may be required.

Required to Complete:

.21-.28 class rear exhaust engine
Exhaust system: muffler and header joining pack, or muffler spring (#28048 pipe and header system recommended)
2-channel radio/transmitter set with switch - FM/PCM/2.4GHz recommended
Transmitter batteries
4.8-7.4v receiver battery pack: 1) either flat or hump style NiMH battery; 2) either 1600mAh LiPo or 2100mAh LiPo or 1700 LiFe battery recommended
Model car fuel (30% nitro recommended)
Fuel bottle
Glow igniter
Starter box
1:8 scale truggy tires
1:8 scale truggy wheels
CA (cyanoacrylic) glue
Polycarbonate-specific spray paint or polycarbonate-specific bottled paint and airbrush
Thread-locking compound
Needle-nose pliers
Hobby knife
Reamer or hole punch for making holes in body
Ride height gauge
Steering servo
Throttle servo