Want to energize your weekend buggy bashing? I would suggest liquor, but you can also do it with Redcat Racing's Backdraft 8E RTR, a 1/8 scale brushless rig with engaging looks and a racing-ready stance.
Dressed in a blue, metallic, pre-trimmed body shell with a towering rear wing, the ride keeps at even pace with the looks of other high-end buggies in the market today. The colorful design and sporty decals provide a distinct look that makes it easy to recognize, while the set of all black wheels and soft compound tires further enhance its exterior appearance. The two lexan side guards connected to the chassis do more than provide eye candy - they add an extra layer of protection for your machine’s electronics.
The Backdraft’s power comes courtesy of the brushless RC 540 KV: 2230 motor, allowing it to run speeds of up to 50 mph. Two 7.4 LIPO batteries come with the vehicle, which should deliver sufficient runtimes. We do recommend an extra battery during actual races, though, as charging can take quite a while (up to 3 hours). The balanced drive train layout, with help from the metal gear steering servos and four oil-filled shocks, should afford your ride the clean cornering and topnotch handling you’re looking for. A bundled 27MHZ two channel radio comes with the set, affording you full control, good range and uninterrupted signal.
With kickass looks and the promise of exciting performance, RedCat Racing's Backdraft 8E sounds like an off-road buggy that’s well worth your hard-earned money. Hop ups should be readily available too, if you want to tune it for even better performance.
Specifications:
Length: 19.29 inches
Width: 12.01 inches
Wheelbase: 12.80 inches
Motor: 8T 2400 RPM 540 Brushless
Drive Train: Front, rear, and center sealed differentials
Batteries Used: Two LIPO 7.4V (20c 3200Mah 2s) included
Radio equipment: Included two channel 27MHz AM radio (now shipping with 2.4GHz), BSD rc sport AM 2ch receiver, and a metal gear steering servo.
