Overview
The Team Associated RC8B4.2e Team Kit is the latest evolution of the championship-winning RC8 platform, engineered for serious 1/8 scale electric off-road competition. Developed by Associated Electrics' Area 51 team, the B4.2e combines refined suspension geometry, increased drivetrain efficiency, and improved chassis tuning to deliver exceptional handling on a wide variety of track conditions.
Built for racers who demand precision and durability, this electric-powered platform continues the RC8 legacy with updated components designed to improve consistency, corner speed, and overall drivability. The centralized drivetrain and chassis configuration is optimized for shorty-style LiPo batteries, providing ideal weight distribution for competitive racing.
Key Features
- New molded height-adjustable gearboxes front and rear
- New offset hubs and updated rear suspension arms
- RWB/FWB adjustable weight bias chassis
- New high-volume center differential
- New high-downforce wing
- FT hard-anodized aluminum shock bushings
- Soft blend material suspension arms
- 8-degree KPI steering blocks included
- 44/13 ring and pinion gear sets
- 92mm universal driveshafts with 17mm outdrives
- Both 19mm and 20mm diameter HTC internal differential gear sets included
- 47T machined steel spur gear included
- Adjustable battery tray with hook and loop strap
Performance Benefits
- Improved steering consistency throughout the steering throw
- Enhanced handling in high-speed corners and rough track sections
- Reduced driveline phasing for better power transfer
- Smoother differential operation with increased durability
- Centralized weight distribution for optimal balance
- Fine-tune chassis flex and stiffness characteristics
Usage Notes
- Designed for 1:8 scale electric off-road buggy racing
- Suitable for competitive racing at national and international levels
- Optimized for shorty-style 2S LiPo batteries
- Assembly and painting required
Technical Specs
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Scale: 1:8
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Drive: 4WD
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Power Source: Electric
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Length: 486mm (19.13in)
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Width: 304.5mm (11.99in)
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Internal Gear Ratio: 3.38:1
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Assembly Level: Kit (unassembled)
What's Included
- RC8B4.2e Team 1/8 4WD Off-Road Electric Buggy Kit
- Polycarbonate Bodyshell
- 19mm and 20mm HTC differential gear sets
- 47T machined steel spur gear
- All chassis components and hardware
Needed to Complete
- 1/8 Scale Brushless Motor and Pinion
- 1/8 Scale Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)
- 2S LiPo Batteries (2x shorty packs)
- Compatible Battery Charger
- High-Torque Steering Servo
- 2-Channel Radio Transmitter and Receiver
- 1:8 Scale Buggy Tires and Wheels
- CA Glue
- Polycarbonate-Specific Body Paint
- Thread-Locking Compound
- Assembly Tools
Summary
The Team Associated RC8B4.2e Team Kit delivers championship-level performance for serious 1/8 scale electric buggy racers. With advanced suspension geometry, efficient drivetrain updates, dual differential gear set options, and premium components throughout, this platform is ready to compete at the highest levels of RC racing. The centralized layout optimized for shorty batteries ensures ideal weight distribution for exceptional handling.
