XRAY releases the all-new XB9E electric 1:8 buggy

0 July 18, 2013, 5:48 a.m.

7/18/2013

By Mike Garrison
LiveRC.com

XRAY racers worldwide are celebrating today as XRAY has officially announced the release of the XRAY XB9E electric 1:8 buggy. The XB9E is packed with new features building off of, and replacing, the successful 808E buggy. No longer is it necessary to piece together conversion kits or run a buggy of the past, the XB9E has arrived!

XRAY Press Release:

www.teamxray.com

Juraj Hudy and the XRAY Engineering and Racing Teams have conceptualized and built the XB9 platform based on long-term experience and achievements. The XB9E is the next evolution of the XRAY off-road concept transforming the successful XB9 platform into the electric powered XB9E.

Featuring superior weight balance and weight distribution and more forgiving and easy-to-control handling, the XB9E is ready to set a new standard in the 1/8 electric powered class. Long-term tested by the factory racing team and regular drivers in all conditions, the innovative design focuses all the way down to the smallest details to increase performance, handling, and reliability.

Building on the heritage of quality, performance and support evidenced by multiple Car of the Year awards, Viewer’s Choice award, and countless wins and victories at racetracks around the world including the prestigious European Championship title, XRAY is proud to present the new XB9E. Developed, designed and manufactured all in Europe.

XB9E New Features:

New longer and wider chassis for increased stability and weight balance
New motor position and internal component layout to improve performance, efficiency and durability
New updated side guards
New 16° caster blocks suitable for majority of track conditions
New steering blocks for increased corner speed
New Ackermann position for increased corner speed
New HUDY Spring Steel™ turnbuckles with new size
New front shock tower with new roll center positions
New rear shock tower to accommodate optional longer chassis brace
New thicker motor/diff mount for improved strength
New servo mount
New radio box
New battery tray for improved durability

For more information, features, and specs CLICK HERE.