HB R8 1/8th nitro on-road kit

After its first showing in prototype stages at the 2013 IFMAR World Championships in Japan, the HB R8 1/8th nitro on-road car will soon become available for the public. The basis of the car is a 5mm thick 7075-series aircraft aluminium chassis with the same material being used for the upper and lower bulkheads, which are split horizontally for fast belt changes and easy tension adjustments. Other alloy parts include the suspension mount, engine mount and layshaft mount. The tops of the bulkheads are fitted with lightweight carbon fibre shock towers while laydown steering and throttle servo positions make for a low centre of gravity.

Aerodynamic front and rear bumpers increase downforce in the right areas while providing much-needed protection against potentially race-ending crashes. As typical for this class the suspension is completely adjustable with the pivot-ball style front suspension allowing to change the kingpin angle very quickly by removing just a few parts, eliminating the need for disassembly and excessive work in the pits. The kit will hit the stores in December.

Features
– 5mm 7075 aluminium chassis
– 7075 aluminium front and rear bulkheads
– Precision machined alloy parts: suspension mounts, engine mount, layshaft mounts and more
– Split bulkheads allow for quick and easy drive belt change & drive belt tension adjustments
– Fully adjustable suspension with sway bars, pivot ball suspension
– Threaded aluminium coilover shocks
– Centralized lower weight distribution provides superb balance with increased transitional agility
– Lay down throttle/brake servo for extremely low centre of gravity
– Front and rear carbon fibre shock mount extensions
– Adjustable Ackermann integrated into steering arm & servo saver
– Quick view, centrally mounted fuel tank
– Centrifugal clutch components provide excellent throttle response
– Kevlar-reinforced drive belts for an extra-smooth drivetrain
– Lightweight and low friction composite pulleys with dust exit holes
– Sealed receiver box protects electronics from dust and oil
– Innovative 2-piece steering knuckle to change kingpin angle
– Quick change front and rear wheels
– Axles fit all popular wheel styles
– Aerodynamic front bumper for increased downforce
– Rear diffuser bumper for enhanced downforce and extra crash protection

Source: HPI [hpiracing.com]