HoBao Hyper 8.5 PRO UK Racing Buggy

CML Distribution in the UK have introduced the new Hyper 8.5 Pro UK competition 1/8th scale buggy. This new special version brings the European Championship winning Hyper 8.5 together with additional optional set-up accessories all inside one box. This version is centred around the UK’s mix of grass, dirt, astro style tracks that all differ considerably from those around the world. The optional FR2 chassis is standard with an additional 2mm extra length at both the front and rear for improved handling, jumping and general driveabilty. Larger, big bore shocks result in more constant and less oil changes during hard long finals. All 5 optional roll-bars are included, along with CNC aluminium suspension arm holders, servo horn, engine/chassis brace, lightweight wheel hubs and wheel dust proof nuts.

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HoBao Hyper 8.5 Pro – Official pictures

We showed you pictures of the new Hyper 8.5 Pro 1/8th scale buggy from HoBao on Monday, when the pictures first surfaced on the internet. Well today, the UK importer CML have published the full release information, as well as lots of official pictures, of the car and we have them here for you. This car is currently in action at this years European 1/8th scale TT Championships in France and is currently in 5th, driving by Spanish racer Robert Batlle, who also set the overall fastest qualifying run yesterday in round 3.

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HoBao Hyper 8.5 Pro Edition buggy

We forgot to mention this news when our partners Neo Buggy announced it last week, but HoBao are coming out with their latest 1/8th scale buggy, the Hyper 8.5 Pro Edition. We also now have pictures of the new buggy thanks to HoBao Norway and the car looks pretty good with its new spider diffs, big bore shocks, new chassis and braces as well as other changes. These pictures come hot on the heels of the announcement by UK distributor CML of the HoBao Hyper 8 ‘BRCA edition‘ which comes out in August, a release date for the 8.5 Pro isn’t known yet.

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HoBao Hyper 8 BRCA Edition RTR

CML, in conjunction with HoBao, have put together this great, BRCA legal, ready to run package for those people who want to get started racing, instead of backyard bashing. This ‘BRCA Edition’ Hyper 8 comes standard with a race legal CNC heatsink Hyper 21 3-port, non pull start, engine and Hyper starter box for reliable and effective starting time after time. In addition to the high quality Futaba radio equipment, the servos used are a heavy duty Futaba 9kg for the steering unit and a 6kg throttle servo to handle even the toughest demands of racing. Available in Limited quantities in August.

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HoBao Hyper ST Truggy Pro

HoBao have announced on their brand new site, the introduction of the new Pro version of their Hyper ST Truggy. The new Pro version features improved, stronger, lighter materials for the demands of heavy racing, coupled with a more streamlined and racy profile, to set the ST Truggy apart. The aggressive, unique body styling has been further refined for a truly stand alone look.

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HoBao Hyper Truggy RTR

ModellismoRC.net are claiming the scoop on the first pictures of the new RTR from HoBao. This car as you can see is not actually ready to run, what with it having no engine, exhaust or radio gear but of course the final sale versions will have everything included. This particular car will be raced by Joseph Quagraine in the truggy class at this months Neo Invitational race.

You can view all the exclusive pictures here.

Source: Modellismo RC [modellismorc.net]