Overview
The HPI Racing Venture SBK (Scale Builder Kit) is a 1/10 scale 4WD rock crawler kit designed for builders who want complete creative control over their scale trail truck. Unlike RTR models, the Venture SBK is supplied as a build-it-yourself kit with no body, wheels, tires, or electronics included — giving you the freedom to create a truly custom crawler.
Built on the highly regarded HPI Venture platform, the SBK delivers realistic scale design, excellent crawling performance, and a strong foundation for serious trail use.
Key Features
- 1/10 scale 4WD rock crawler kit
- Scale Builder Kit (SBK) — build-it-yourself platform
- Formed steel C-channel ladder chassis
- Front-mounted motor and transmission for realistic layout
- Full-time shaft-driven 4WD with all-metal gear transmission
- Locked front and rear differentials
- 3-link front / 4-link rear suspension
- Dual-stage oil-filled coil-over shocks
- Steel front universal driveshafts
- Aluminum lower suspension links
- Hidden brass axle weights
Performance Benefits
- Realistic scale chassis design
- Excellent crawling capability with locked diffs
- Front weight bias for improved climbing traction
- Increased steering angle with universal driveshafts
- Brass weights lower center of gravity for better stability
Usage Notes
- Recommended for experienced RC builders
- Best used for rock crawling, trail running, and scale builds
- Outdoor and indoor crawler use
Fitment
Compatible RC vehicles: HPI Venture.
Technical Specs
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Type: 1/10 Scale 4WD Rock Crawler Kit (SBK)
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Chassis: Steel C-channel ladder frame
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Drivetrain: Shaft-driven 4WD, all-metal gears, locked diffs
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Suspension: 3-link front / 4-link rear
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Scale: 1/10
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Manufacturer: HPI Racing
What's Included
- HPI Racing Venture SBK unassembled crawler kit
- Steel ladder chassis and drivetrain components
- Suspension, axles, shocks, and steering components
- Universal driveshafts, aluminum lower links, and axle weights
- Detailed assembly instructions
Needed to Complete
- Body shell
- Wheels and tires (1.9" or 2.2" crawler wheels recommended)
- Brushed crawler motor
- Crawler-spec brushed ESC (e.g., HPI SC-3SWP3)
- Steering servo (high-torque crawler servo recommended)
- 2.4GHz radio system (transmitter and receiver)
- Compatible battery pack and charger
- Standard RC building tools and thread-lock
Summary
The HPI Venture SBK is the ultimate scale crawler kit for builders — realistic ladder-frame chassis, locked diffs, premium upgrades included, and complete creative control over your custom trail truck.
