Grand Touring Ready-To-Run Nitro Sedan
Experience high-octane racing with the Serpent SRX8 GT RTR 1/8 4WD GP, a meticulously designed, ready-to-race Nitro-powered GT car. Boasting a 3mm 7075 T6 aluminum chassis, precise suspension mounts, and a durable build, this car offers both performance and resilience. The innovative radio box design, coupled with a 2-speed gearbox and compact gear differentials, ensures efficient power delivery. With features like color-coded progressive race springs, captured driveshafts, and the reliable Serpent S21 pull start engine, it's tailored for optimal control and speed. The package includes premounted DragonRC GT racing tires, a pre-painted Serpent low profile SRX8 GT body, and a DragonRC DTS-3 2.4GHz transmitter. Unleash the thrill of racing with this expertly assembled, race-ready machine—perfect for enthusiasts and hobbyists alike.
Suspension: The SRX8 GT features an advanced suspension system for top-notch track performance. Its front suspension includes oversized lower arms with precise Droop screws and a low-friction anti-roll bar system. The rear setup incorporates longer oversized arms, composite uprights, and threaded steel track-rods for stability. The 16mm big-bore shock absorbers with color-coded springs ensure a smooth and responsive ride. This meticulously engineered suspension system guarantees optimal handling, responsiveness, and durability for an exhilarating racing experience.
drivetrain: This GP is equipped with a cutting-edge drivetrain for unparalleled performance. Its compact gear differentials, featuring smooth metal sintered gears and a robust steel shaft, ensure efficient power transfer. The sealing case, with a special gasket and O-rings, enhances durability. The hardened spring-steel diff-coupler and automatic 2-speed SL8 XLI gearbox with centrifugal shoes provide seamless acceleration. Gearing options ranging from 58-63T offer versatility on the track. This advanced drivetrain setup, combined with captured driveshafts in the front and durable black steel driveshafts in the rear, guarantees exceptional power delivery and control, making it an ideal choice for racing enthusiasts.
Engine: Powering the SRX8 is the Serpent S21 pull start engine, a pinnacle of quality and performance. Securely mounted on machined aluminum engine mounts, this high-performance engine delivers an exceptional racing experience. Offering easy starting and a long-lasting runtime, it's the perfect companion for both seasoned racers and hobbyists. The outstanding craftsmanship and reliability of the Serpent S21 engine make it a key component of this ready-to-race package, ensuring impressive speed and acceleration on the track.
*Note: RC Kits are an unassembled Remote Control Model that require assembly, racer selected electronics, and other racer provided items. Photos of assembled kit are for illustrative purposes only. For a complete list of needed items to drive this kit please see the list above.
Features:
- Ready-to-Race and expertly pre-assembled, including a Dragon RC DTS-3 2.4GHz transmitter, pre-painted Serpent low profile SRX8 GT body
- Smooth Shock Absorption complemented by 16mm big-bore shock absorbers with anodized aluminum bodies
- High-Performance 3mm 7075 T6 aluminum chassis with angled sides for increased stiffness and stability
- Reliable high powered Serpent S21 pull start engine delivers high performance and long-lasting runtime
- Efficient Drivetrain offers superior power delivery from the engine to the tires
- Composite steering blocks and 10-degree C-hubs deliver exceptional steering response
- Oversized lower suspension arms, precise Droop screws, and a low-friction front anti-roll bar system for optimal handling.
Specifications:
- Scale: 1/8
- Length: 23.4in (594.36mm)*
- Width: 12.4in (314.96mm)*
- Wheelbase: 13in (330.2mm)*
- Drive: 4WD
- Power Source: Nitro
- Assembly Level: RTR
- *Tech Note: Measured specifications are measured here at AMain Hobbies using the stock kit setup
Includes:
- (1) Serpent S21 pull start engine
- (1) Serpent .21 polished inline pipe
- (1) Dragon RC 2.4GHz transmitter
- (2) Dragon RC 15kg servos
- (4) Dragon RC high grip premounted GT Tires
- (1) Pre-painted and pretrimmed low CG GT body with large rear wing
- (1) Full color user manual
Needed to Complete:
- (4) AA batteries
- 16-25% nitro fuel
- Glow plug igniter
- 6-cell NiMH or 2S Receiver LiPo battery
- Compatible Charger for battery
This product was added to our catalog on January 2, 2024
Not at all what I was expecting from serpent!!
Out of the box, plugged my battery and servos and receiver died immediately, fried. Even though the manual says Lipo batteries are OK! Fine, I upgraded the servos and threw in one of my flysky receivers. Done.
Break-in, zero issues. The engine in these is the same as the one in the srx8 buggy, it is an excellent engine for a RTR model. Happy times.
I started driving the car and suddenly it stops moving, I get closer and it sounds awful, guess what?! The entire engine came loose and stripped the transmission gears, oh but that's not all, both transmission outdrives lost their set screws too, oh wait, what else? Multiple screws on the chassis were backing out!
What a mess and miserable experience, I praised their SRX8 buggy on one of my videos for being of excellent quality, then I get this car and turns into a nightmare.
What the hell, serpent?
Thanks,
Busted Nuts RC.
NEED TO HAVE PARTS AVAILABLE HERE IN THE US.
THE CAR LOOKS GREAT AND PERFORMS VERY WELL