BAJA KRAKEN SIDEWINDER X5

Teaming up with Kraken RC, HPI is proud to offer the Baja 5B buggy with the Kraken Sidewinder X5 roll cage conversion right out of the box! This amazing kit makes it easy to get one of the most unique looks in large scale RC: the ‘sand rail’ style begs you to take it for huge jumps off monster sand dunes!

The Baja 5B Sidewinder X5 is completely pre-built and ready to drive right out of the box – just add fuel for 30-minute runtimes! It’s also completely outfitted with the latest Super Heavy Duty option parts, including driveshafts, front hex hubs and one-piece rear hubs so you can thrash it around the dunes or track as long as you like. Baja 5B and Kraken RC: a partnership made born in the desert and made to drive anywhere!

In the years since the Baja 5B was first released, the number of aftermarket modifications and options released for the Baja has been hugely impressive. Much like the Nitro RS4 and Savage, the Baja 5B has inspired enthusiastic owners to great heights, with the most ambitious hobbyists starting entire companies based around providing options to fellow RC fans. One of the most prominent of the companies providing Baja 5B owners with awesome, head-turning aftermarket parts are the guys at Kraken RC with their amazing Dura cage Modular roll cage!

For fans of the classic dune buggy, the modern equivalent is the awesome 'sand rail', a tube frame buggy that takes no prisoners when blasting up and over massive sand dunes! The Kraken RC Sidewinder X5 kit adds a fully functional polymer roll cage and polycarbonate body panels to the Baja 5B chassis, transforming it into a scale replica of the latest generation of desert play vehicles. 

HPI Racing are extremely proud to announce a partnership with Kraken RC that will provide large scale enthusiasts with a fully built and painted Baja 5B fitted with Kraken RC roll cages straight from the factory!

The Baja 5B Sidewinder X5 also features the new TF-45 radio system - a 3-channel, 2.4GHz radio that has all the most-desired features experienced RC drivers crave. Among its many features are Frequency-Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) digital 2.4GHz radio technology, end-point adjustments and electronic failsafe protection, plus dual-rate, trim and reversing functions. It's also lightweight and comfortable thanks to its drop-down steering wheel, changeable grip size and padded steering wheel. 

Complementing the durable suspension components and protecting the chassis from big crashes and mishaps, the Baja 5B is protected at the front and rear by thick skid plates. These allow the Baja to slide over bigger obstacles and also help prevent major damage to the chassis. The rear skid plate can be quickly removed without tools to access the engine mount screws for fast maintenance.

The Baja 5B Sidewinder X5 isn't just loaded with go-fast goodies, either - it's packed with HPI Super Heavy-Duty parts that will keep you bashing and racing all day long. 9mm thick #104966 Super HD dogbones are the starting point of the Baja drivetrain upgrade - these are new, thicker and stronger to outlast the roughest rides and racing action you can find! Extra-wide rubber boots are included to keep the dirt and mud away. Getting the power from the diff gears to the new dogbones is the #104965 wide Super HD Diff Shaft that perfectly fits the increased diameter of the dogbones and at the other end of the dogbones are the #104781 One-Piece Rear Hub for extra durability and longevity. At the front of the car is a pair of #105612 Heavy-Duty Front Hex Hubs for increased toughness at the front wheels.

Features

• Factory-assembled Ready-To-Run large scale gas-powered buggy
• Fitted with Kraken RC Sidewinder X5 roll cage and pre-painted body panels
• Latest Heavy-Duty drivetrain option parts installed
• Brand new Baja paint design
• 2.4GHz FHSS radio system with failsafe
• Extra-thick aluminum monocoque chassis
• Powerful Fuelie 26S 26cc 2-stroke engine
• Torx T27 engine screws
• 700cc fuel tank provides 30 minutes of driving
• High flow muffler
• 8,000 RPM performance clutch
• VVC/HD externally adjustable shock absorbers
• Long-travel extra-durable suspension
• Viscous torque differential
• All-terrain racing tires
• Super-durable real beadlock wheels
• Long wheelbase
• Enclosed radio box
• External battery charging plug
• Adjustable heavy duty racing rear wing
• Durable roll cage protects engine
• Gunmetal anodizing for super-cool looks
• Complete set of ball bearings
• 100cc of 2-stroke oil included
• 6V 4300mAh receiver pack and wall charger included
• 4 AA batteries for transmitter included

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