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High Performance, Aggressive Desert Truck!
Coming soon from HPI Racing is the Baja 5T, a ready-to-run (RTR)
1/5th
scale
off-road truck that expands on the award-winning Baja 5B
family.
With the Baja 5T you get aggressive desert truck
looks, high performance new features, and
compatibility with many of the existing Baja 5B spare parts
and option parts, wrapped up in a
RTR package that gets you running in just a few minutes.
The Baja 5T was inspired by the latest generation of desert
trucks that compete in the world famous Baja 1000 race in
Mexico. The
body was built for a perfect fit on the Baja 5T
chassis, with sculpted fenders, scoops, louvers, and an
integrated roll cage for authentic desert-tough looks. In
true HPI
RTR form, the
body is completely ready to go right out the
box... painted in your choice of black or white,
mounted, pre-applied racing decals and tinted windows.
Factor in the front skid plate bumper, Desert Buster tyres
mounted on Outlaw truck wheels with real bead locks, and
you've got a truck that looks like it just rolled off the
starting line in Ensenada.

Now with an All-New 2.4GHz DSSS Radio!
All of the Baja models, including the 5T truck and 5B buggy,
now include an exclusive brand new HPI 2.4GHz radio system!
This means you get to experience DSSS (Direct-Sequence
Spread Spectrum) technology for no-crystal, no-fuss driving
enjoyment. You can just switch on the radio and not have to
worry about what channel anyone else is running - just get
out and drive!
New Body Mounting System
Keeping the body securely attached is a completely
new body mounting system with tough nylon construction,
8 mounting points to distribute the stress on the body, and
fully adjustable for compatibility. A adjustable
front skid plate bumper protects the truck on big
jumps, now with 4 headlights for realistic desert truck
looks. A moulded nylon rear spoiler is included for off-road
stability, with an integrated rear body brace for
extra strength.

But the Baja 5T goes way beyond looks, under the skin is a
tough truck with the power to mow down anything in
its path. Power comes from a massive 26cc gasoline
engine, delivering rock solid performance, easy
tuning and run times of more than 30 minutes on a
single tank. The high performance 8,000 RPM clutch
and new high flow muffler give the Baja 5T the
power to launch with a roost of desert dirt on the way to a
screaming top speed of more than 40 MPH.

Fuelie 26 Engine (26cc)
26cc engine for more power, more torque, and more speed than
23cc engines. Equipped with a convenient pullstarter for
quick and easy starting. A high capacity dual-element air
filter keeps the engine running clean even in grueling
off-road conditions, with a quick-change design for easy
maintenance. Air cooled with built-in fan for consistent
running temperatures. Fully adjustable carburetor with
primer and kill switch. Now constructed using Torx screws
for extra durability and easier maintenance, Torx T-27
wrench included.
Gasoline powered for low-cost operation compared to nitro
fuel, easier to tune and more consistent than nitro engines.
More than 30 minutes of run-time per tank.
All Metal Transmission Gears
With all that power on tap from the Fuelie 26 engine, you
need incredible drivetrain durability for all those
difficult off-road conditions that you'll be tackling with
your Baja 5T - and that's exactly what you get with these
all metal transmission gears!
Dirt Guards
The sides of the truck are protected by new guards
that deflect dirt and debris away from the chassis
which will not only help keep cleaning and maintenance down
but will also help to lower wear and tear on the components.
The engine also receives dirt guards on both sides
for extra protection.
2.4GHz Radio System with Failsafe
The electronics now included in every Baja RTR buggy and
truck have to be suitable to the task of handling a car
nearly a meter long that can go over 35 MPH - that includes
a handy built-in electronic failsafe to prevent a runaway
Baja! To control the Baja 5B 2.0, we've gone with the brand
new HPI radio system, which uses a 2-channel 2.4GHz DSSS (Direct-Sequence
Spread Spectrum) technology instead of the more common and
cheaper AM radio system. Tough water-resistant servos
control both the steering and throttle, and a special
large-scale SFL-10 servo is used for the steering. A
powerful sub-C type 6-volt receiver pack powers the servos
for confidence and longevity. You'll find that many Baja
bashers don't find a need to upgrade the radio system, as
it's already perfect for the task!
Electronic Failsafe
Nitro racers have known for a long time that having a
working failsafe system is important for those 'just in
case' moments - some unforeseen event that could make their
car go out of control. With a buggy as big as the Baja (over
800mm long and 9.5kg in weight!), this is even more
important! The failsafe ensures that should your Baja 5B 2.0
ever lose radio signal, instead of flying out of control it
will come to a safe and controlled stop! There's nothing
like peace of mind!
For improved handling, the Baja 5T rear shock tower
has been modified for increased rear suspension travel.
All four shock absorbers have thick diameter shafts for
extra durability. The VVC/HD shocks are
tuned for smooth suspension dampening to help soak up the
desert terrain. The innovative design of the Baja 5T
includes a rigid 4mm aluminium alloy chassis
for extreme durability.
So get ready to take on the desert with the giant new 1/5th
scale Baja 5T truck. It's got the look, it's got the power,
and it's built tough to take the punishment of off-road
action.

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Baja 5T-1 Truck Body -
Tough 2mm polycarbonate Baja 5T-1 desert
truck body. Pre-painted, pre-trimmed with
body post holes, pre-applied racing decals
and clear tinted windows.
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Truck Body Mounts - Tough
nylon construction and 8 mounting points
keep the truck body securely mounted, fully
adjustable design for compatibility.
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Moulded Rear Spoiler -
moulded nylon rear spoiler for stable
handling. moulded nylon rear body brace for
body protection, includes provisions for
optional rear LED tail lights.
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Aluminium Alloy Diff Case -
For increased drivetrain durability and
extended time between maintenance.
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VVC/HD Shock Set -
Oil-filled coilover shock set with large
diameter shock shafts for increased
durability, 16 hole rear piston with sealing
ring for consistent damping, fully
adjustable design for tuning options.
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Front Skid Plate Bumper -
Adjustable skid plate front bumper protects
the truck on big jumps, now with 4
headlights for realistic Trophy Truck looks.
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Dirt Guards - New side
guards deflect dirt and debris away from the
chassis. The engine also receives dirt
guards on both sides for extra protection.
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Extended Roll Cage - Extra
bracing for durability, extended upper roll
cage for spark plug protection.
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Outlaw Truck Wheels -
8-hole design, tough nylon construction,
authentic bead-locks for durability and
tuning options.
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Desert Buster tyres - Large
diameter truck tyres for realistic looks.
Heavy duty rubber compound and thicker
carcass for extra durability.
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Heavy Duty Inner Foam -
Special heavy duty rear inner foam inserts
for extra durability and extended tyre life.
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Revised Gearing - New 19T
transmission top gear adapts the drive ratio
for quick acceleration and high top speed
when using truck tyres.
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High Flow Muffler - New
large capacity design, tuned for increased
horsepower.
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SFL-10MG2 Metal Gear Steering Servo
- Tough metal final gears for extra
durability and reliable steering. Ball
bearing equipped and water resistant. This
oversized steering servo has high torque
specs, making it a perfect match for the
Baja 5T.
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Heavy Duty Beadlocks -
Reinforced design increases durability of
the wheels and tyres. Beadlocks allow the
removal and replacement of individual parts
of the wheels and tyres for maintenance.
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8000 RPM Clutch -
Lightweight clutch and heavy duty spring
launches the Baja 5T at higher RPM for more
punch off the line.
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Anodized Aluminium Parts -
Black anodized 4mm 6061-T6 aircraft grade
extruded and CNC milled chassis, orange and
gunmetal anodized alloy parts give the Baja
5T an aggressive look.
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Double Wishbone Suspension
- Full double wishbone front and rear
suspension to soak up off-road bumps and
jumps. Consistent geometry throughout the
full stroke of the suspension movement for
precise handling.
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Adjustable Suspension -
Turnbuckles for quick and easy adjustment of
toe-in. Fully adjustable camber and caster
for tuning the handling to a wide variety of
conditions. High quality nylon is used
throughout the suspension for protection
from crash damage.
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Full Ball Bearings - 23
precision metal ball bearings for
efficiency, durability, and extended
maintenance intervals.
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Front & Rear Sway Bars -
Sway bars are used on the front and rear
suspension for precise handling and stable
steering feel.
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Modified Rear Shock Tower Brace
- Relocates shocks for increased rear
suspension travel for stable performance on
rough surfaces and soft landings over jumps.
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Heavy Duty Rear Dogbones -
Metal construction with rubber dirt boots
for extra durability with high horsepower
engines like the Fuelie 26.
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Disc Brake System - Braking
is controlled by a vented steel/aluminium
hybrid brake rotor and semi-metallic brake
pads for smooth and consistent stopping
power.
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RTR - PERFORMANCE STRAIGHT FROM THE BOX
HPI makes it as easy as possible for beginners to get into
1/5 scale trucks. The Baja 5T is completely pre-built and
ready to go right out of the box! Everything is assembled
and tuned for you by professionals - engine connections,
shocks and more are perfect before you even open the kit so
you don't have to do a thing to get going fast! HPI
Ready-To-Run models bring you the same high performance and
quality that you'd expect from a high end model car kit but
with the added convenience of being factory pre-assembled to
the highest standards - giving you a high performance RC car
straight from the box! HPI RTR cars are 98% factory
assembled - they come Ready-To-Run and equipped with all the
radio gear required. Just a few steps are needed to get your
car up and running, such as adding the batteries to the
transmitter and receiver and if you have a nitro powered car,
running in the engine - which is now even easier with our
comprehensive manual and HPI RC cars DVD which are both
included in every box.
Full Assembly Instructions and HPI RC Cars DVD
As with all HPI cars and trucks, you get a full, in depth
instruction manual with step by step instructions that allow
you to easily disassemble and reassemble your truck for
maintenance and easy servicing. The information on the HPI
RC Cars DVD provides a complete and detailed introduction to
the fascinating world of HPI RC model cars and trucks. This
DVD will show you step by step how to start and run in a
nitro engine, plus how to get the best performance from your
HPI RC car. The HPI RC Car DVD is your personal RC car
expert in a box!
103851 - Baja 5T with 5T-1 White Body (EU 2-Pin
Charger)
103852 - Baja 5T with 5T-1 White Body (UK 3-Pin Charger)
103857 - Baja 5T with 5T-1 Black Body (EU 2-Pin Charger)
103858 - Baja 5T with 5T-1 Black Body (UK 3-Pin Charger)
All versions: Pre-Assembled 1/5th scale 2WD truck with
Fuelie 26cc gasoline engine, FM radio set, SFL-MG2 servo,
and painted body.
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