MBX8R 1/8 Off-Road Competition Nitro Buggy Kit
Description
Suspension:
New suspension mounts and geometry. The MBX8R uses new narrow RF (C) and RR (D) pivot blocks with new pivot inserts for increased tuneability. New longer box-shaped suspension arms and arm stiffeners. The rear arm uses an impact resistant material for increased durability. Adjusting the hardness of the lower suspension arms is possible with optional CFRP plates. The rear uprights are also new for the MBX8R. The molded uprights have CFRP plates to adjust rear roll center.
New front shock tower and upper front arm mount use new pivot inserts for increased tuneability
Chassis:
The MBX8R chassis features a slightly new design to accommodate the new suspension geometry.
Clutch:
New 4 shoe clutch. The MBX8R comes with a complete new 4 shoe clutch from Mugen Seiki. The new 4 shoe clutch was designed to be easy to work on and more tunable. This clutch features a 34mm aluminum 4 shoe flywheel with removable steel pins. The new clutch has a unique way of adjusting spring tension to tune the engagement to suit your engine, track conditions and personal preferences to optimize fuel consumption and performance. Multiple clutch spring and plastic clutch shoes will be available as an option parts. New vented 13T clutch bell will be included in the MBX8R kit.
Differential and drivetrain:
High Traction Differentials are included in the MBX8R. The Mugen Seiki HTD provides increased acceleration, longer runtime, and more consistent handling. The HTDs also increase stability, traction and improve handling in bumpy conditions. The HTD has a new larger volume diff cup to increase consistency during long main events. This makes it easier to time right-handythm sections, better in bumpy and low grip conditions, helps to increase traction, and increases fuel mileage. The MBX8R comes with 12T bevel gear and 42T conical gears and 46T spur gear in the kit.
New wing and wing mount.
light weight high down-force wing allows more air to flow to improve jumping. The new IFMAR legal wing is durable, light weight, and very stable on the track and in the air.
-Revised rear wing mount will provide additional downforce and increase durability. CFRP wing plate will be available as an option part.
-New S bent air filter boot and high-volume filter housing.
-New brake override and caliper springs for smoother more consistent braking.
-New 90-degree fuel tank fitting for cleaner fuel line routing.
-New sway bar collars to reduce sway bar movement.
-Emulsion shock caps are included in the MBX8R kit.
Manufacturer information
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Additional details
Shipping weight
129.60 ounces
3674.10 grams
8.10 pounds
Package dimensions
19.50 x 11.00 x 6.50
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