Overview
The HPI Savage XL Flux V2 GTXL-6 (#160103) is the updated V2 version of HPI's legendary 1/8 scale 4WD electric monster truck. It arrives fully assembled and ready to run with a 6S-capable Flux brushless power system, a 2.4GHz radio, and a factory-finished GTXL-6 Kingcab-style pickup body.
The V2 is a big redesign over the original Savage XL Flux. It adds a new low center-of-gravity XL twin vertical plate chassis, a center gearbox with an oil-filled differential, twin battery boxes, a twin-clamp motor mount, 17mm hex hubs, all-hex hardware, and new Tredz Terrahex tires on 3.8" Havok wheels.
What's New in V2
- New low-CG XL-length twin vertical plate (TVP) chassis
- Center gearbox with oil-filled center differential
- Twin battery boxes (one per side) for better balance
- Twin-clamp motor mount for a secure gear mesh
- Longer XL axles with 17mm aluminum hex hubs
- New XL-length center skid plate
- All-hex hardware throughout
- New factory-finished GTXL-6 Kingcab body with molded plastic detail parts
- New Tredz Terrahex 3.8" tires on Havok 3.8" wheels
Key Features
- Ready-to-run (RTR) 1/8 scale 4WD brushless monster truck
- Flux MLH 2200KV brushless motor
- Flux ELH-6S 150A waterproof brushless ESC (6S / 22.2V capable)
- Runs on 4S (2x 2S) or 6S (2x 3S) LiPo power
- Shaft-driven 4WD with sealed, oil-filled differentials
- 43T steel spur gear with twin-pad slipper clutch
- Independent double-wishbone suspension with adjustable big-bore coilover shocks
- Rugged plastic front and rear bumpers
- 2.4GHz radio system with receiver installed
Technical Specs
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Manufacturer / Part #: HPI Racing #160103
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Model: Savage XL Flux V2 GTXL-6
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Type: 1/8 scale 4WD brushless monster truck, RTR
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Chassis: XL-length twin vertical plate (TVP), low CG
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Motor: Flux MLH 2200KV brushless
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ESC: Flux ELH-6S 150A, waterproof
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Battery: 2x 2S (4S) or 2x 3S (6S) LiPo, 4000mAh+ 40C+, T-plug (Deans-style) connectors
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Radio: 2.4GHz transmitter and receiver
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Wheels / Tires: 3.8" Havok wheels, 17mm hex / Tredz Terrahex 3.8"
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Body: GTXL-6 Kingcab pickup, factory painted and decaled
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Length: 585mm (23.0")
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Width: 470mm (18.5")
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Height: 250mm (9.8")
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Wheelbase: 395mm (15.6")
What's Included
- HPI Savage XL Flux V2 GTXL-6 monster truck, fully assembled
- 2.4GHz transmitter
- Installed receiver, steering servo, Flux ELH-6S ESC and MLH 2200KV motor
- Factory-finished GTXL-6 body, mounted wheels and tires
Needed to Complete
- Two matching LiPo batteries: 2x 2S 7.4V (4S) or 2x 3S 11.1V (6S), 4000mAh or larger, 40C or higher, with T-plug connectors
- LiPo balance charger
- 4x AA batteries for the transmitter
- LiPo charging/storage bag (recommended)
Usage Notes
- Recommended for intermediate to advanced drivers, especially on 6S
- Best on dirt, grass, gravel and mixed off-road terrain
- Always use two matching batteries of the same voltage, capacity and charge level
- Always follow proper LiPo charging and storage practices
Fitment
Model: HPI Savage XL Flux V2. For replacement and upgrade parts, look for parts listed as fitting the Savage XL Flux V2.
- HPI Savage XL Flux V2
- Scale: 1:8
Summary
The HPI Savage XL Flux V2 GTXL-6 takes the classic Savage XL and modernizes it with a low-CG chassis, center diff, twin battery boxes and 6S Flux brushless power. It's a tough, ready-to-run 1/8 basher that's ready for big air out of the box.
