Associated RC8B4.2E Team Kit
Brand: Associated
Part No: AS80955
Backorder: Expected 25th June 2026
Request Stock NotificationThe Team Associated RC8B4.2E Team Kit 1:8 Buggy (AS80955) advances the proven RC8 platform for demanding 1:8 off-road competition. Developed by Associated Electrics’ Area 51, this electric 4WD kit focuses on tunability, durability, and consistent performance for racers who demand precision.
Key updates include new height-adjustable gearboxes, revised rear hub geometry, and a high-volume centre differential for improved traction and fade resistance. A high-downforce wing, FT hard-anodised aluminium shock bushings, and an adjustable weight-bias chassis further refine handling. The centralised drivetrain is optimised for shorty-style batteries, with a secure adjustable tray and hook-and-loop retention.
Key Features
- New moulded height-adjustable gearboxes front and rear
- New offset hubs and updated rear suspension arms for revised hub geometry
- New high-volume centre differential
- New high-downforce wing
- Includes FT hard-anodised aluminium shock bushings
- RWB/FWB adjustable weight bias chassis
- Soft blend material suspension arms
- 8-degree KPI steering blocks included
- 44/13 ring and pinion gear sets
- 92mm universal driveshafts with 17mm outdrives
- Both 19mm and 20mm diameter HTC internal differential gear sets included
- 47T machined steel spur gear included
- Centralised drivetrain and chassis configuration optimised for shorty-style batteries
- Adjustable battery tray with hook-and-loop strap for retaining batteries
Specifications
- Power Source: Electric
- 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
Required To Complete
- Motor
- ESC
- Batteries
- Servo
- Receiver
- Tyres & Wheels
- Radio
- Assembly and painting required
Recommended Electronics
- Servo (AS27168 Reedy RS4008A Hi-Speed HV Servo)
- Battery (AS27619 Zappers SG7 7800mAh 140C 7.6V 1:8 Long-Shorty)
- ESC (AS27043 Reedy Blackbox 880R Competition 1:8 ESC)
- Motor (AS27509 SONIC 900 1900kV DE Competition 1:8 Motor)
- Charger (AS27203 Reedy 1416-C2L Dual AC/DC Competition Balance Charger)
- Accessories
Please note: This vehicle comes as a kit and must be fully assembled by the user.
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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 high-volume center differential.
- New high-downforce wing.
- Now includes FT hard-anodized aluminium shock bushings.
- RWB/FWB adjustable weight bias chassis.
- Soft blend material suspension arms.
- 8-degree KPI steering blocks included.
- 44/13 ring and pinion gear sets.
- 92mm universal driveshafts with 17mm outdrives.
- Both 19mm and 20mm diameter HTC internal differential gear sets included.
- 47T machined steel spur gear included.
- Centralised drivetrain and chassis configuration optimized for shorty-style batteries.
- Adjustable battery tray design with hook and loop strap for retaining batteries.
Power Source: Electric
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- Motor
- ESC
- Batteries
- Servo
- Receiver
- Tyres & Wheels
- Radio
- Assembly and painting required
- Servo (AS27168 Reedy RS4008A Hi-Speed HV Servo).
- Battery (AS27619 Zappers SG7 7800mAh 140C 7.6V 1:8 Long-Shorty).
- ESC (AS27043 Reedy Blackbox 880R Competition 1:8 ESC).
- Motor (AS27509 SONIC 900 1900kV DE Competition 1:8 Motor).
- Charger (AS27203 Reedy 1416-C2L Dual AC/DC Competition Balance Charger).
- Accessories.
Key Info:
- Brand: Associated
- Part No: AS80955
- Barcode: 784695809550
- Scale: 1:8
- Power Source: Electric - No Motor
- Surface Type: Off Road
- Build Level: Unassembled (Kit)
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