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Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
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Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
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Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit
Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit

Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit

Brand: Associated

Part No: AS80954

£659.00 RRP £689.99

Backorder: Expected 25th June 2026

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The Team Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit 1:8 Nitro Buggy (AS80954) evolves the championship‑winning RC8 platform with precision updates from Area 51 to push performance even further. This 4WD off‑road racing kit targets consistency and pace on demanding 1:8 tracks, with new adjustable gearboxes, revised hub geometry and a high‑volume centre differential to keep traction and handling balanced across changing surfaces.

Engineered for loose dirt and large bumps, the RC8B4.2 pairs a -4mm FWB chassis with long brace options and a new high‑downforce wing to deliver stable cornering and confident landings. Factory Team hard‑anodised aluminium shock bushings and updated brake hardware complete a focused package for serious nitro competition builders.

Key Features

  • New moulded height‑adjustable gearboxes front and rear
  • New offset hubs and updated rear suspension arms for revised hub geometry
  • New -4mm chassis in FWB configuration
  • New high‑volume centre differential
  • New long chassis brace options
  • New high‑downforce wing
  • Includes FT hard‑anodised aluminium shock bushings
  • Updated brake pad material and brake spring
  • Soft blend material suspension arms
  • 8‑degree KPI steering blocks included
  • 44/13 ring and pinion gear sets
  • 92mm universal driveshafts with 17mm outdrives
  • 19mm diameter HTC internal differential gear set
  • Optimised setup for tracks with loose dirt and large bumps

Specifications

  • Power Source: Nitro fuel
  • Terrain: Off‑road
  • Body Style: Buggy
  • Scale Size: 1:8 scale
  • Assembly Level: Kit (assembly required)
  • Length: 486mm (19.13in)
  • Width: 304.5mm (11.99in)
  • Wheelbase: Varies
  • Weight: Varies
  • Internal Gear Ratio: 3.38:1
  • Drive: 4WD

Please note: this vehicle comes as a kit and must be fully assembled by the user.

Required To Complete

  • Engine
  • Servo
  • Tyres
  • Wheels
  • Radio
  • Assembly and painting required

Recommended Electronics

  • Servo: AS27168 Reedy RS4008A Hi‑Speed HV Servo
  • Battery: AS27313 Reedy LiPo Pro 2400mAh 7.4V TX/RX Battery (flat)
  • Charger: AS27203 Reedy 1416‑C2L Dual AC/DC Competition Balance Charger
  • Accessories: AS27035 Reedy Electronic Power Switch; #27377 Reedy Glow Igniter, 3000mAh
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Pushing The Boundaries

1:8 scale off road racing is one of the hobby’s most challenging disciplines; it requires a high standard and demands attention to detail. The latest development to come from Associated Electrics’ Area 51 is designed to push boundaries of performance and build upon the number of accolades accumulated by the RC8 series.

Features
  • New molded height-adjustable gearboxes front and rear.
  • New offset hubs and updated rear suspension arms to accommodate new hub geometry.
  • New -4mm chassis in FWB configuration.
  • New high-volume center differential.
  • New long chassis brace options.
  • New high-downforce wing.
  • Now includes FT hard-anodized aluminium shock bushings.
  • Updated brake pad material and brake spring.
  • Soft blend material suspension arms.
  • 8-degree KPI steering blocks included.
  • 44/13 ring and pinion gear sets.
  • 92mm universal driveshafts with 17mm outdrives.
  • 19mm diameter HTC internal differential gear set.
  • Optimized setup for tracks with loose dirt and large bumps.
Specifications

Power Source: Nitro Fuel
Terrain: Off-Road
Body Style: Buggy
Scale Size: 1:8 Scale
Assembly Level: Kit*
Length: 486mm (19.13in)
Width: 304.5mm (11.99in)
Wheelbase: Varies
Weight: Varies
Internal Gear Ratio: 3.38:1
Drive: 4WD

Please Note: *This vehicle comes as a kit and must be fully assembled by the user.

Required To Complete
  • Engine
  • Servo
  • Tyres
  • Wheels
  • Radio
  • Assembly and painting required
Recommended Electronics
  • Servo (AS27168 REEDY RS4008A Hi-Speed HV Servo).
  • Battery (AS27313 Reedy LiPo Pro 2400mAh 7.4V TX/RX Battery, flat).
  • Charger (AS27203 Reedy 1416-C2L Dual AC/DC Competition Balance Charger).
  • Accessories (AS27035 Reedy Electronic Power Switch) (#27377 Reedy Glow Igniter, 3000mAh).




Key Info:
  • Brand: Associated
  • Part No: AS80954
  • Barcode: 784695809543
  • Scale: 1:8
  • Vehicle Type: Buggy
  • Power Source: Nitro
  • Surface Type: Off Road
  • Build Level: Unassembled (Kit)
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