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KingCobraHobby has ARRMA 1/10 Typhon 4X4 V3 MEGA 550 Brushed Buggy RC Truck RTR (ARA4206V3) on sale for $179.99. Shipping is free.

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This is probably the best hobby-grade 1/8 scale RC you can find at this price, especially as it comes with a battery and a charger. It's a great starter car, reasonably fast and nearly indestructible. This is the cheapest I have ever seen if you sign up for the email and get the 5% off code. Free economy shipping for purchases over $99.

https://kingcobrahobby.com/produc...-ara4206v3

Features
  • Stronger chassis and retained hinge pin plates
  • Steering with more clearance for stones
  • Castellated slipper pad and sliding gear mesh
  • 23T Spline servo saver
  • Brushless-ready 37T 1.35Mod diffs with silicone O-rings
  • Power Module with sliding gear mesh and improved dirt management
  • Rubber shielded bearings throughout
  • Oil-filled shocks with silicone O-rings
  • New body design, front and rear bumpers, paint and decals
  • New vented tires
  • MEGA 12T brushed 550 motor
  • MEGA waterproof* ESC
  • * Note: For details on waterproof standards, refer to the instruction manual
  • IC3™ connectors (EC3™) compatible
  • Signature easy-access modular design
  • Easy-access power module
  • Easy-access electronics module
  • Easy-access diff module removal front and rear
  • Double wishbone suspension front and rear
  • Metal-geared differentials
  • Adjustable ride height
  • Adjustable body mounts
  • Extended height dirt defenders
  • Multi-terrain dBoots® 2-HO™ tires
  • Tough multi-spoke wheels
  • ADC-N7 7-cell NiMH wall charger
  • 2-year limited warranty (see website for details)
  • 30MPH (48km/h) speed achievable in optimum driving conditions with optional gearing
Overview
Making your move into 1/8 scale Speed Buggy action has never been easier. Fast, rugged and factory-built, the 2S LiPo-compatible ARRMA® TYPHON™ 4X4 MEGA RTR comes ready out of the box to bash on any terrain. Precision aluminum, tough steel and composite materials come together for an easy-to-maintain, super-durable vehicle design whose high downforce wing and low center of gravity, with wide arms and narrow wheels and tires, improve handling over race tracks, trails, muddy courses, skate parks and more. This version features new equipment that further increases the original Speed Buggy's already impressive performance and durability.

The TYPHON™ 4X4 MEGA RTR is DESIGNED FAST, DESIGNED TOUGH — built for exciting bashing speeds and extreme, all-terrain durability. New features that enhance its unstoppable performance include a stronger chassis and retained hinge pin plates; steering with more clearance for stones; a castellated slipper pad and sliding gear mesh; and rubber-shielded bearings throughout.

The Speed Buggy now also includes the Spektrum™ SLT3™ transmitter and SLR300 receiver. The transmitter is ergonomically designed for long periods of fatigue-free bashing and has a foam wheel for precise fingertip control plus an improved hand grip and trigger feel. New bashers will be able to set throttle limits at 50% or 75% until they are ready to use the full speed potential. The SLT3™ is compatible with Tactic® SLT™ receivers to run other RTR vehicles you may own, and includes a third channel to control optional features such as lights and winches on models that have them.
It also has the ingenious modular design perfected by ARRMA® engineers for easy component access and maintenance. The power module, with improved dirt management, consists of a MEGA 550 motor for rock-jumping speed, plus motor plate, slipper clutch assembly and gear cover. The power module can be detached from the chassis as a complete unit by removing just one screw. With the power module removed, the slipper clutch can be reached easily for adjustments by taking out three screws that attach the gear cover. The gear ratio can be finely tuned as the power module now uses a sliding motor mesh design.

A two-piece molding screwed to the Speed Buggy's chassis serves as its electronics module, containing a waterproof receiver box, servo mount and ESC tray. The SLR300 receiver mounts inside the receiver box for protection from dirt and moisture. The ultra-compact ESC is screwed to the top of the module, allowing quick access to the on/off switch, while the servo mounts to the side. All three components can be removed together, quickly and easily.

The differential module houses each differential unit in an innovative yoke design. Only eight screws need to be removed to release the front and rear yokes. The power module can then be detached, allowing you to pivot the gearbox cases for differential access. The TYPHON™ 4X4 MEGA RTR comes brushless-ready with 37T 1.35mod diffs with silicone O-rings. The large gears can withstand huge torque, and internal metal gears have been chosen for reliability during extreme bashing.
Its full-time 4WD transmission uses strong front, rear, and centerline telescopic driveshafts that can't be lost during heavy impacts, unlike dogbones. A simple, dependable, responsive steering assembly complements the ultra-reliable drive system and features a servo horn with built-in servo saver. The TYPHON™ 4X4 MEGA RTR includes the waterproof Spektrum™ SPMS650 digital servo for 20% more torque than the previous version's ADS-5 servo.
The self-bleeding, oil-filled shocks, now with silicone O-rings, use a tried and tested, coil-over design for simple maintenance and amazing handling. Their innovative rod-end has a molded-in spring perch for extra toughness. High chassis sides and a close-fitting buggy body limit the amount of dirt and debris that can get into the chassis tub. Front and rear bumpers offer defense against impacts.

Tough, multi-spoke wheels with vented dBoots® 2-HO™ tires give the 1/8 scale TYPHON™ 4X4 MEGA RTR Speed Buggy effective traction for bashing on almost any terrain. Multiple battery types can be used with the hook-and-loop mounting, from 6-cell NiMH packs to a 2S block pack. This version comes with a Dynamite® 3300 mAh 8.4V 7-cell Speedpack® 2 Hump NiMH battery that provides 35% more run time compared to the 2400mAh pack of its predecessor.

Specifications
Battery
Included
Body
Painted, decalled and trimmed
Charger
Included
Chassis
Molded Composite
Completion Level
Ready-To-Run
Differential
2 Gear Diffs
Drivetrain
4WD
Final Drive Ratio
18.5
Front Track
12.05 in (306mm)
Gear Pitch
48-pitch
Ground Clearance
1.65 in (42mm)
Internal Gear Ratio
2.85
Motor Type
Brushed
Pinion
14T
Power Type
Electric
Product Height
7.68" (195 mm)
Product Length
20.12" (511 mm)
Product Weight
6.16
Product Width
12.05" (306 mm)
Radio
Included
Rear Track
12.05 in (306mm)
Receiver
Included
Scale
1/8
Servos
Included
Shock Type
Oil-Filled, Coil-Over Springs
Speed Control
Included
Spur Gear
91T
Suspension
Independent
Track
12.05 in (306mm)
Vehicle Type
Buggy
Water-Resistant
Yes
Wheelbase
12.91 in (328mm)
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Absolutely can, although you could just go with this for $70 more: https://www.horizonhobby.com/prod...306V3.html which includes a beefier chassis and servo in addition to brushless esc and motor
Yes.

To be honest, this really isn't much of a deal. Horizon Hobby has the same item for $180 (https://www.horizonhobby.com/prod...206V3.html).

Alternatively, you can get the brushless version from Horizon Hobby for $240 (https://www.horizonhobby.com/prod...306V3.html). That's a pretty good deal...
No batteries or charger with that one, if you need them.

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11-28-2022 at 10:58 AM.
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Can this be converted to brushless esc & motor?
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plsports
11-28-2022 at 11:05 AM.
11-28-2022 at 11:05 AM.
These are a great little machine. I purchased this same car from towerhobbies.com a few months ago for $150. The only difference was it was model with the European charger. I already had my own charger so it worked out great for me. Bought it for my 10yo son's birthday.
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11-28-2022 at 11:18 AM.
11-28-2022 at 11:18 AM.
Sold out already?
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nahoda
11-28-2022 at 11:19 AM.
11-28-2022 at 11:19 AM.
Quote from LikeFastCars :
Can this be converted to brushless esc & motor?
Absolutely can, although you could just go with this for $70 more: https://www.horizonhobby.com/prod...306V3.html which includes a beefier chassis and servo in addition to brushless esc and motor
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11-28-2022 at 11:22 AM.
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Still shows in stock for me...
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11-28-2022 at 11:22 AM.
11-28-2022 at 11:22 AM.
Quote from LikeFastCars :
Can this be converted to brushless esc & motor?
Yes.

To be honest, this really isn't much of a deal. Horizon Hobby has the same item for $180 (https://www.horizonhobby.com/prod...206V3.html).

Alternatively, you can get the brushless version from Horizon Hobby for $240 (https://www.horizonhobby.com/prod...306V3.html). That's a pretty good deal...
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11-28-2022 at 11:50 AM.
11-28-2022 at 11:50 AM.
Always an updoot for Arrma. But yeah, I'd just spring for the 3S Typhon. This one is a good starter car but you're better off going 3S and throttle limiting until you're ready for full speed.
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11-28-2022 at 12:28 PM.
11-28-2022 at 12:28 PM.
Another vote for 3S version here, with the 3S vehicles you can run 2S battery and dial down the power level via remote for kids/beginners.

Also, these sales are typically made from the parent company, Horizon Hobby. When you see these sales pop out it's a good idea to visit a local hobby store and buy there- they will have a coupon code for the sales price.
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11-28-2022 at 12:29 PM.

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11-28-2022 at 12:29 PM.
Quote from nahoda :
Absolutely can, although you could just go with this for $70 more: https://www.horizonhobby.com/prod...306V3.html which includes a beefier chassis and servo in addition to brushless esc and motor

No batteries or charger with that one, if you need them.
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11-28-2022 at 12:37 PM.
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Quote from LikeFastCars :
Can this be converted to brushless esc & motor?

I'm pretty sure every car can be converted to brushless. I converted a 25 year old Losi buggy to brushless. And an Associated nitro truck, believe it or not.
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I'm pretty sure every car can be converted to brushless. I converted a 25 year old Losi buggy to brushless. And an Associated nitro truck, believe it or not.

Pictures please.
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11-28-2022 at 02:49 PM.
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Quote from nahoda :
Absolutely can, although you could just go with this for $70 more: https://www.horizonhobby.com/prod...306V3.html which includes a beefier chassis and servo in addition to brushless esc and motor

$70 more plus the cost of a lipo/charger if you dont already have them.
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11-29-2022 at 05:20 AM.
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Quote from ScoobieSnax :
$70 more plus the cost of a lipo/charger if you dont already have them.

which for a guy asking about converting to brushless, is still a way better deal. for someone just looking to casually get into RC's this is fine... but if you're already looking to convert something to brushless it almost certainly makes sense to skip that step with the brushless typhon on sale.
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