New Serpent SRX8-GTe Announcement

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By Tyler Hooks
LiveRC.com

Press Release from Serpent:
www.serpent.com

The SRX8-GTe is an all new electric powered platform specifically designed for the 1/8th “GT” category. The car is based off the high level of performance experienced in the SRX8-GT and proven durability of the SRX8 line of cars. With Balance and speed in mind we opted for the saddle layout, which opened up many additional advantages in the design and performance on the track. Additionally speaking, the SRX8-GTe benefits from a vast assortment of high performance options already available for SRX8 line of vehicles. This new model racing car is no different than many of our latest releases; we innovate at every opportunity and push the industry to new heights. With the highest quality materials, our plastics and metals simply can’t be beat. Our designs can be copied, but our quality can’t!

When it comes to road course racing, chassis width and corner clearance is huge, this controls the lean and body roll in all directions. In addition to that, the roll and lean angles ultimately control the maximum cornering force. We kept the chassis the narrowest in nature that was possible, while increasing the corner clearance. However, we took it another step further. We pioneered the front of the chassis to adhere to the ROAR and IFMAR rules of a minimum kick-up angle, while increases clearance, for curbs, uneven track and under heavy braking. This also allows for a nice mounting surface and easy to find body posts as they will be facing fully vertical. All these great design concepts are nicely nestled in a 7075-t6 aluminum alloy chassis. This chassis will take the abuse and stand the test of time.

A carry over from our Nitro on road heritage, the GT program was upgraded with fully aluminum bulkheads and suspension brackets, additionally the SRX8-E Center diff mount, Motor Mount and motor mount slide. All these components are included in the kit and made from 7075-T6. They are black anodized with Silver shiny edges, how stylish is that? The looks are 2nd to no other brand, even if other companies have jumped on the band wagon, you can  be proud you purchased the original trend setting style.

Being involved with the Gt category from almost the beginning, Serpent has understood the direction and path necessary to produce a race winning car. The SRX8-GTe was a collaborated effort of many individuals dedicated to the Serpent Brand. Working tirelessly on new concepts, suspension geometry, product assembly and durability, our team was able to create an absolute monster of a product. The SRX8-GTe has innovations at virtually every corner, while being one of the easiest cars we have ever produced to work on. Here at Serpent we are extremely proud of the SRX8-GTe and have taken great pride in the design, from top to bottom. We didn’t just want to make a new car, we wanted to make a new car that simply changed the game.  If you’re looking for sheer performance and quality in one product, look no further the SRX8-GTe is the one for you, this product is simply rivaled by no-one.

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