New photos and details of the Mugen Seiki MBX8 revealed

0 Dec. 18, 2017, 9:49 a.m.

Main Photo: New photos and details of the Mugen Seiki MBX8 revealed

By Mike Garrison
LiveRC.com

Mugen Seiki Racing has released a plethora of new photos today which showcase more of the new MBX8 1/8-scale nitro buggy kit.

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The NEW MBX8 has a lot to offer! More durable, more acceleration, more runtime, easier to work on, and lightweight. The new Mugen Seiki MBX8 buggy has been put to the tested and develop by the best drivers in the world. Soon you’ll be able to get your hands on the MBX8 Nitro Buggy. Coming late January 2018!

Part # E2021MBX8 Nitro Buggy Kit.

Here’s a look at some of the new features for the Mugen Seiki MBX8.

Suspension:

New suspension mounts. The FF/FR/RF/RR are new for the MBX8.
New front and rear gearbox. The new gearbox makes allows you to remove and service the differentials without detaching the suspension arm mounts. Easy access to the front and rear differential.
New box-shaped suspension arms and arm stiffeners. The front and rear lower arms use a new impact resistant material for increased durability. The new arms are box-shaped and include arm stiffeners to reduce flex and increase durability. Adjusting the hardness of the lower suspension arms is now possible. This allows you to fine tune the steering and traction from track to track. CFRP plates will be released as an option part.
The center differential mounts use a stiffer material and has a new top plate to reduce chassis flex and increases clutch bell, spur gear, and clutch bearing life. The reduced chassis flex also provides more consistent handling in all conditions. The top plate design also makes it easier to adjust the brakes and easier maintenance.
Enclosed Battery box and updated carbon fiber radio plate. The MBX8 still uses a flat 2S lipo or Life battery, but the receiver battery is now enclosed in a molded battery box. The battery box allows for quick and easy access to the battery. The molded box also helps protect the battery from hard impacts. The battery box is mounted to an updated carbon fiber radio plate.

Other new parts and upgrades: Body, Clamping Servo Saver Nut, F/R Shock Towers, Front bumper, Front Center and Rear Center Universal Joint.