290S | Rovan 1/5 29cc Baja 5B Sport 2WD Off Road Petrol RC Baja (Factory Upgraded)

This Rovan Baja upgraded model simply is the most popular 1/5 chassis to date. Compatible with 99% of the parts from the original HPI Baja 5B. Unlike the original, Rovan has pre-installed a 29cc 4-bolt petrol engine with a Dominator style tuned exhaust pipe for that extra power that all enthusiasts looking for!

On top of the power increase, Rovan made the drive shafts 33% larger, installed an aluminium clutch mount, steel roll cage, sway bars, MX rear tyres, NGK spark plug, Walbro carburettor and a 45kg steering servo for ultimate racing and driving pleasure!

Engine: 29cc Petrol powered

To power, this huge 1/5 RC car is this massive 29cc 4-bolt engine with an NGK CMR7H spark plug & a Walbro carburettor to give you the best performance and reliability.

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17% More Power

Pre-installed is a steel tuned exhaust pipe that increases the performance by 17%! This pipe has a crisp note that adds attitude to your Baja 5B.

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Motor Cross Tyres

Just like a high-performance dirt bike, this beast grips its terrain with these extreme motor cross tyres!

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45kg Steering Servo

Rovan has drastically improved the steering power of the Baja 5B with a whole new servo that has metal gears and outputs 45kg of torque!

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Advanced FlySky Remote Controller

Drive with precision with the FlySky GT3B transmitter! Featuring an LCD display, 3 channel, 10 model memory, servo end points. Also, the included receiver has a built in fail-safe so if something does happen to the signal (like a flat battery) the car will just roll to a stop.

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99% Compatible With the Genuine HPI Baja 5B

The Rovan & HPI Baja 5B is 99% which means when you're purchasing a replacement part you'll have the option of purchasing a Rovan or a genuine HPI. On top of that, most of the aftermarket parts such as RPM RC will fit also.

Features

· 29cc Petrol Engine

· Steel Roll Cage

· Stronger Rear Upper Shock Tower

· Aluminium Long-Travel Shocks

· 2.4Ghz Remote Controller - FlySky GT3B

· 9mm Driveshafts

· Beadlocked Wheels

· 3000mAh NiMH 6.0v Battery

· 2A NiMH Charger - 1.5-hour Charge

· 8000RPM Clutch

· Dirt Buster Front Tyres

· MX Rear Tyres

· 45kg Steering Servo - With Metal Gears

Specifications

· Length: 817mm (34.25”)

· Width: 480mm (18.89”)

· Height: 255mm (10.03”)

· Weight: 11.9kg (23.6 lbs)

· Wheelbase: 570mm (22.44”)

· Ground Clearance: 76mm (2.99”)

· Drivetrain: 2WD

· Required Items (Not Included)

· Petrol

· 2 Stroke Oil

· 8 AA Batteries

                                                    290A                 290S

Roll Cage:                                   Plastic               Steel

Sway Bars:                                 No                      Front & Rear

Battery:                                      2000mAh          3000mAh

Rear Tyres:                                Dirt Buster         MX (Motor Cross)

Clutch Mount:                           Plastic                Aluminium

Drive Shafts:                             7mm                   9mm

Exhaust:                                    Muffler               Tuned Pipe

Remote Controller:                   2.4Ghz                2.4Ghz with LCD Display

Rear Shock Tower:                   Single Bar           Double Bar

The 5B Baja has factory upgraded parts valued more than $200 compared to the Standard version.

We offer counter sales and technical advice on Saturdays, however, we are still offering click and collect service from our Shop Location at Mr Muffler Building at 1/95 Cheltenham Road, Dandenong Victoria 3175.

Alternatively, you can contact us on Mobile: 0408 106 686 or message us at services@rchobby.com.au or technoconcepts@optusnet.com.au

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Techno Hobbies Team