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The most thrilling and challenging form of RC car competition is 1/8 scale off-road buggy racing. The tracks often stretch over 20,000 square feet, with frequent turns, washboard sections, and off-camber corners that put the drivers' abilities to the test. Moving at insane speeds over multiple elevation changes, the cars sometimes leap more than 30 feet in their sprint for the podium!
What does it take to succeed? The driver needs control skill, and a cool head under pressure. The buggy must be adaptable to changing track conditions and personal driving styles. A vehicle that already includes an ideal combination of race-proven features - such as the right shock package, the best tyre compound and tread, and differentials tuned to put maximum power to the ground - offers a good head start toward the win.
That's exactly what you get with the ready-to-run Losi 8IGHT-XE 1/8 Scale 4WD Racing Buggy. Based on the back-to-back ROAR National Champion TLR 8IGHT-X platform, it's loaded with engineering that's proven to win races. The sensored brushless power system, race-legal chassis and electronics, full metal driveline, competition-caliber Spektrum S665 steering servo, and other standard features are enough to get any racer's adrenaline pumping even before the starting tone.
What does it take to succeed? The driver needs control skill, and a cool head under pressure. The buggy must be adaptable to changing track conditions and personal driving styles. A vehicle that already includes an ideal combination of race-proven features - such as the right shock package, the best tyre compound and tread, and differentials tuned to put maximum power to the ground - offers a good head start toward the win.
That's exactly what you get with the ready-to-run Losi 8IGHT-XE 1/8 Scale 4WD Racing Buggy. Based on the back-to-back ROAR National Champion TLR 8IGHT-X platform, it's loaded with engineering that's proven to win races. The sensored brushless power system, race-legal chassis and electronics, full metal driveline, competition-caliber Spektrum S665 steering servo, and other standard features are enough to get any racer's adrenaline pumping even before the starting tone.
The Losi 8IGHT-XE also delivers serious bang for your buck. To enter 1/8 scale competition with a buggy this well-equipped, you'd normally have to spend £500+ on a kit, add about £300+ worth of carefully chosen electronics, and then put it all together yourself after investing in tools and learning the required assembly skills. Before joining the races with the ready-to-run 8IGHT-XE, you just paint its cab-forward body in your signature colour and charge up your choice of the recommended batteries.
Its on-track performance is as aggressive as a nitro machine but with the simplicity of electric power. Keep a second charged 4S LiPo battery on hand and you'll be in and out of the pits in an instant. Because top-of-the-line TLR option parts are directly compatible, you can easily upgrade your Losi 8IGHT-XE into an absolutely indomitable buggy as your skills grow. If you're a technically minded, competitive type in search of a long-term hobby you'll love, look no further. Dive into 1/8 scale racing with the 8IGHT-XE and you'll also learn about suspension dynamics and other topics that carry over into full-scale racing.
Ultimately, RC racing is about more than winning. It's being part of a team, traveling to events, sharing set-ups, and supporting each other in the pit lane. To get there, start here - with the Losi 8IGHT-XE 4WD. The fully assembled, ready-to-run 1/8 scale buggy comes with a Spektrum DX3 radio and requires only a 4S LiPo battery and compatible charger.
Its on-track performance is as aggressive as a nitro machine but with the simplicity of electric power. Keep a second charged 4S LiPo battery on hand and you'll be in and out of the pits in an instant. Because top-of-the-line TLR option parts are directly compatible, you can easily upgrade your Losi 8IGHT-XE into an absolutely indomitable buggy as your skills grow. If you're a technically minded, competitive type in search of a long-term hobby you'll love, look no further. Dive into 1/8 scale racing with the 8IGHT-XE and you'll also learn about suspension dynamics and other topics that carry over into full-scale racing.
Ultimately, RC racing is about more than winning. It's being part of a team, traveling to events, sharing set-ups, and supporting each other in the pit lane. To get there, start here - with the Losi 8IGHT-XE 4WD. The fully assembled, ready-to-run 1/8 scale buggy comes with a Spektrum DX3 radio and requires only a 4S LiPo battery and compatible charger.
FEATURES
- Based on the ROAR National Championship winning TLR 8IGHT-X platform
- Smooth, fast, and precise sensored brushless power racing system
- Fully race-legal chassis and electronics
- Gives first-time 1/8 scale competitors the most "bang for the buck"
- Aggressive racing performance with electric power's simplicity
- Spektrum DX3 2.4GHz Smart DSMR transmitter
- Spektrum S665 waterproof digital steering servo
- Spektrum SR315 race-ready receiver
- Paint-to-complete cab-forward racing body
- Aluminium chassis
- Strong full-metal driveline
- Fluid-filled, sealed differentials
- Aluminium oil-filled shocks
- Aluminium shock towers
- Front and rear swaybars
- Adjustable steel turnbuckles
- Adjustable wing mount
Aluminium Oil-Filled Shocks
The aluminium oil-filled shocks are threaded for easy ride height adjustments after your warm-up laps. They can also be tuned using different springs and shock oils to adjust your suspension dynamics.
Fluid Filled and Sealed Diffs
The front, centre, and rear differentials allow each tyre to drive independently and deliver maximum racing traction. You can tune the differentials with TLR silicone diff fluids (available separately) to adapt the Losi 8IGHT-XE to different tracks and conditions.
Full Metal Driveline
From the axles to the ring and pinion and main centre spur gear, every part of the 8IGHT-XE 4WD's driveline is made of heat-treated steel to survive abuse at demanding tracks throughout the world.
Championship Winning Heritage
The ready-to-run Losi 8IGHT-XE 4WD is based on a platform that pro 1/8 scale racers use to win - the back-to-back ROAR National Champion TLR 8IGHT-X. When you're ready to upgrade, use TLR option parts to take its performance to the next level.
Race-Legal Chassis and Electronics
You won't have to modify the ready-to-run 8IGHT-XE 4WD or replace its included electronics in order to be legal for racing. Just charge up your 4S LiPo batteries and start racing today!
Championship Winning Heritage
Not only is the 8IGHT-XE 4WD based on the same 1/8 scale platform that racers use, but its main body section is left clear to paint in your own signature colour. No one else on the track will have a racing buggy that looks like yours! RC Body Paint (not included).
Sensored Brushless System
The Losi 8IGHT-XE 4WD's sensored brushless system allows its 130A ESC and 2200Kv motor to communicate with each other for a smooth power band and precise racing control.
Front and Rear Sway Bars
Front and rear sway bars are standard on the Losi 8IGHT-XE to keep your chassis level with the track as you race through the corners.
Aluminium Chassis
The Losi 8IGHT-XE 4WD's 4mm thick aluminium chassis gives the buggy a strong, stable foundation, along with the durability needed to stay tough through long days of competitive racing.
Adjustable Wing Mount
The wing mount can be adjusted as needed to optimize downforce and improve your grip on any track.
Image | Item Id | Name | Trade | SSP | Order Now |
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C-LOS04018 | 1/8 8IGHT-XE 4WD Sensored Brushless Racing Buggy RTR | £719.99 |
IN THE BOX
- Fully Assembled Losi 8IGHT-XE 1/8 Scale 4WD Racing Buggy RTR
- Spektrum DX3 2.4GHz Smart DSMR Transmitter
- (4) AA Transmitter Batteries
- Spektrum S665 Waterproof Digital Steering Servo
- Spektrum SR315 Receiver
- Spektrum 2200Kv Sensored Brushless Motor
- Spektrum Firma 130A Sensored ESC
- Semi-screened / Clear Unpainted Body
- Decal Sheet
- Miscellaneous Tools
- Instruction Manual
NEEDED TO COMPLETE
- 4S LiPo Battery
- Compatible Charger
- RC Body Paint
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