Team Associated B6.1 & B6.1D Team Kit 2WD buggies

After showing pretty much every new detail in yesterday’s teaser images, Team Associated now officially announced the new B6.1 and B6.1D Team Kit 1/10th 2WD buggies. The B6 platform introduced the use of two separate chassis configurations – and the B6.1 continues this theme. The B6.1 will be the choice for tracks with very high traction, where a forward mass is beneficial and chassis roll needs to be tamed through a low centre of gravity and anti-roll bars. The B6.1D now has an all-new Lay Back Stealth transmission that gives the car additional traction when exiting the corners. The addition of +1 Ackermann plates and gull wing suspension arms tune the steering for razor-sharp feel and control. Both cars have new features, including an easy-access differential, diff height adjustability, and an all-new slipper assembly, while the setups and tuning parts remain interchangeable between the two configurations. Both kits are set for a release in March.

Features
– Easy-access ball differential (B6.1D)
– Easy-access gear differential (B6.1)
– Differential height adjustment with 0, 1, 2, and 3mm inserts included
– New slipper assembly for better weight balance and shock clearance
– 3-gear Lay Back Stealth transmission for lower and rearward CG (B6.1D)
– 3-gear Laydown Stealth transmission for lower and forward CG (B6.1)
– Heavy-duty V2 routed graphite front shock tower with tower guard
– Heavy-duty V2 routed graphite rear tower, long (B6.1D)
– Heavy-duty V2 routed graphite rear tower, standard height (B6.1)
– Heavy-duty V2 rear axle with 67mm bones
– V2 springs for a more reactive and nimble feel
– Innovative rear arm with moulded inserts for ultra-fine lower shock mount adjustment
– Molded spur gear guard to help protect body from damage
– +1 steering block arms optimise feel on dirt tracks (B6.1D)
– Front and rear anti-roll bars limit chassis roll for increased corner speed (B6.1)
– Battery strap allows the use of optional turnbuckle-based braces
– Machined pistons included for better fit and smoother operation
– Aluminum rear clamping hex and front axle with laser etching
– Rear hubs feature large bearings and the easy-insert system to adjust camber link position and rear axle height
– One-piece shock bushing to make assembly easier
– Aluminum C and D arm mounts included for large range of anti-squat and toe adjustment
– Lightweight aluminium top shaft
– Factory Team upgraded ball bearing kit included (now oiled instead of greased for less drag)
– JConcepts B6 clear body and wing included
– Steel chassis weight (B6.1)
– Shortened, 7075 aluminium chassis

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]