The Losi Mini 8ight T has proven to be a great 1/14th rendition of the famous 1/8th sized Big Brother, the 8ight T 3.0. This upgrade series will take you through all the needed upgrades to help beef up the drivetrain, suspension, wheels/tires and many other items.
Here's some info from Hitec on the HS-5245mg:
Product Description
With a custom programmable digital circuit and our strong metal and M/P gear train technology, the HS-5245MG is ideal for applications that call for a small, lightweight, fast and high torque servo.
Features
High Speed and High Torque in a Mini Package
Durable Metal Gears
Dual Ball Bearings
Standard Programmable Digital Circuit for Greater Holding Power
Fast, High Torque
Motor Type: 3 Pole
Bearing Type: Dual Ball Bearing
Speed (4.8V/6.0V): 0.15 / 0.12
Torque oz./in. (4.8V/6.0V): 61 / 76
Torque kg./cm. (4.8V/6.0V): 4.4 / 5.5
Size in Inches: 1.27 x 0.66 x 1.21
Size in Millimeters: 32.26 x 16.76 x 30.73
Weight ounces: 1.12
Weight grams: 31.75
Here's some info from Losi on the Mini 8ight T:
Want to see this thing unboxed? Check out this video:
Want to see this thing running, jumping and being pushed to the limit? Check out this video:
Here's which batteries I was running:
Horizon Hobby and Losi have done it again! Losi has raised the bar again where they left off with the Mini-8ight buggy released about 2 years ago. This 1/14th scale version of the famed 1/8th scale TLR 8ight Truggy packs a serious punch for it's scaled down size. Make no mistake, the Mini 8ight-T is a true contender with Brushless power, on-board AVC, 2.4ghz Spektrum radio, Waterproof and all around great looks all in one box that has everything to get you running on day 1. Add in that you can use any 1/10th scale rear buggy wheels/tires, the addition of a functional spur gear cover and you have versatility and durability!
Want more info on the Pro-Line Arizona Indoor Championships with an official Losi Mini 8ight-T class:
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Here's where I got it and some info from Losi:
Product Description
Key Features
LiPo-compatible brushless ESC
4500KV brushless motor
AVC enhanced SRS4210 receiver with 2.4GHz DSM® technology
7.2V 1100mAh Ni-MH battery pack with EC3™ Connectors
4WD shaft-driven drivetrain
Front and rear metal gear differentials
Mini servo with saver
Aluminum, threaded oil-filled, coil-over shocks
Heavy duty, 2.5mm anodized aluminum chassis
Mini Blockhead truggy tires
2.5mm aluminum shock towers
12mm wheel hexes
Aluminum motor mount
Heavy-duty adjustable turnbuckles
Chassis dirt guards
Needed To Complete
Nothing - Everything is in the box!
Overview
Based on the ROAR-Championship-winning 8IGHT™ buggy, this brushless power 4WD prodigy takes the mini 8IGHT platform to all new extremes. You'll be hard-pressed to find another 1/14-scale truggy on the market with the same enhanced power and impressive electronics that are packed into the Losi® MINI 8IGHT-T™. With its aluminum chassis, 4WD shaft-driven drivetrain and durable build, this relentless 1/14-scale truggy can thrash across dirt, gravel and asphalt without skipping a beat. To better manage the outrageous power of its brushless power system, the mini 8IGHT utilizes the AVC (Active Vehicle Control) technology system for advanced power management over its impressive 4500KV brushless engine and precision handling. Better still, the Mini 8IGHT-T comes equipped with absolutely everything you need to get started so you can be out experiencing Losi thrills in the time it takes to charge the battery. Experience the thrill of driving the Mini 8IGHT-T today.
Want to check out other Losi Mini 8ight videos? Here's mine from long ago!
Runnning Video: