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XRAY XB8’25 All-new Options
- New entrance and rear shock towers enhance suspension geometry for lowered roll & elevated nook pace
- New shorter entrance and rear shocks had been up to date to accommodate the brand new suspension geometry for lowered roll & elevated nook pace
- Cut up radio field ensures good left to proper aspect flex that helps to generate extra general traction
- Up to date chassis with break up radio field present considerably improved & completely balanced side-to-side flex
- Entrance and rear gearbox covers with provisions for the brand new anti-roll bar centering holders
- New 3 dots carbon steering plate enhance Ackermann settings for smoother steering really feel
- Stronger entrance higher arm holder with a stronger, extra inflexible design
- 1 slot offset rear wheel hubs at the moment are included as most favourite selection for many observe circumstances
Legend.
XRAY has been a driving pressure within the 1/8 off-road automotive racing scene because the launch of the primary XB8. Steady growth and evolution of the XRAY product line has led to ever-increasing efficiency. The craftsmanship, sturdiness, and efficiency of XRAY kits have develop into legendary. Be a part of the household, reside the heritage.
USA Champion.
At one of many world’s best off-road races – the ROAR Nationwide Championship, it was XRAY’s Ty Tessmann who introduced the primary ROAR Nationwide Champion title to the XB8 platform. Examined and efficiently run within the highest competitors races so now you may take pleasure in the identical successful platform.
Perfection.
Designed in digital actuality utilizing the world’s most subtle CAD instruments, and manufactured utilizing the world’s finest machining and molding equipment, the XB8 achieves a stage of perfection in all particulars that’s second to none.
European Champions.
The XRAY XB8 platform displayed its unimaginable efficiency benefit by successful the European Championships within the arms of Bruno Coelho.
Heritage.
“I designed and hand-made my first off-road vehicles again in 1986, and so they had been dominating the races due to unbeatable reliability and finest efficiency. Years later in 2004 we now have began our first mass manufacturing XRAY XB8 platform primarily based on our long-term experiences, data, and R&D experience gained over a long time, taking on the heritage I introduced with me”.
Dipl. Eng. Juraj Hudy
XRAY Chief Designer
Made in Europe.
Designed, developed, and absolutely manufactured in-house on the XRAY manufacturing unit in Slovakia, Europe, utilizing probably the most high-tech German & Swiss machines and premium European supplies, crafted with XRAY’s legendary consideration to element by our inventive manufacturing specialists. The XB8 is actually a masterpiece.
Chassis.
The chassis plate is up to date for the brand new break up radio field mounting configuration that helps to considerably enhance general traction and ensures good & balanced side-to-side flex.
Radio Field.
The radio field options new break up design that ensures an ideal left to proper aspect flex traits that helps to generate extra general traction. The radio field is fitted to the chassis with three screws in entrance and three screws within the rear to realize good stability for the servo mounting. To facilitate simpler dealing with, the entrance and rear sections of the field are linked on the backside.
Shock Towers.
New Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum shock towers function lowered shock mounting positions for each the entrance and rear suspension. The decrease mounting positions enhance the general stability of the automotive throughout all surfaces, in addition to assist enhance cornering speeds. By fastidiously choosing the brand new tower geometry, the only row of shock mounting positions simplifies the set-up course of to optimize efficiency for any observe situation.
Shocks.
The brand new XB8 shock our bodies and shock shafts had been shortened to match the brand new lowered shock towers and lowered mounting geometry, whereas sustaining correct suspension journey.
The shorter XB8 shocks carry over multi-adjustable 3-in-1 shock caps with 4 bleed holes with 3 completely different seal selections – ribbed membrane, cell membrane, or O-ring. The shorter shocks function 3 completely different meeting options – emulsion / rebound / zero rebound, with each appropriate for various observe circumstances.
Shock Cap 3-in-1.
3-in-1 shock caps enable meeting in 3 completely different configurations – emulsion / rebound / zero rebound, every appropriate for various observe circumstances.
Diff Bulkheads.
The brand new entrance & rear gearbox entrance circumstances had been modified with provisions for the anti-roll bar centering collars. The brand new anti-roll bar collars reduce undesirable motion and enhance the precision of the anti-roll bar performance.
Anti-Roll Bars.
To extend general traction in all observe circumstances, the entrance anti-roll bars used are 2.2mm and the rears to 2.4mm.
Anti-roll bars, manufactured from spring metal materials, are simply mounted to entrance & rear diff circumstances with simple adjustment utilizing the adjustable linkages.
Anti-roll bar wires of various thicknesses are optionally accessible for fine-tuning.
Steering Block.
Steering blocks function all-new steering geometry due to all-new 3 dots carbon steering plates. The brand new geometry helps to enhance stability and cornering pace and options additionally elevated Ackermann, with the surface wheel turning much less, which yields improved drivability and lowered lap occasions.
Ackermann.
The all-new 3 dots carbon steering plates replace Ackermann geometry, enhancing the soundness and cornering pace of the automotive. The brand new geometry options elevated Ackermann, with the surface wheel turning much less, which yields improved drivability and lowered lap occasions.
Suspension Holders.
The entrance higher arm suspension holder was up to date and redesigned for elevated power and rigidity. Entrance & rear suspension holders for semi-split bulkheads function a variety of set-up changes.
Alu Wheel Hubs.
To enhance the out-of-the-box geometry, the XB8 now consists of each entrance & rear wheel hubs with a +1mm off-set which is probably the most favourite selection for many of the observe circumstances.
Extremely-lightweight 17mm wheel hex drive hubs are CNC-machined from Swiss 7075 T6 black-coated aluminum.
The alu hex hubs are specifically machined to cut back rotating weight whereas guaranteeing wobble-free wheel mounting.
Some info proven beneath might embody particulars from earlier kits, and it might range barely from present equipment specs.
Central Drive Shaft.
All XB8 drive shafts are manufactured from world-renowned HUDY Spring Metal™, leading to a few of the thinnest and most sturdy drive shafts present in any RC car.
Redesigned Bulkhead.
Bolstered entrance and rear bulkheads had been up to date for added power to make sure increased reliability and to enhance the seal between the principle bulkhead and canopy plate. The revised bearing inserts additionally function improved mud resistance and forestall particles from getting into the bulkhead assemblies whereas providing the dear differential peak adjustment.
Diff Top Adjustment.
The diff peak adjustment of the semi-split bulkheads makes use of eccentric bushings to set the diff place.
The diff peak has 3 completely different settings. The diff peak adjustment is a crucial tuning possibility that permits fast set-up adaption for all completely different observe circumstances.
The best place will range relying on the observe circumstances and experience peak.
Diff Top Adjustment.
Central Drive Practice.
The design of the semi-split bulkhead permits to regulate the angle of the CV joint relying on the observe circumstances, traction of the observe and experience peak used.
Matched Gears.
The differential crown gear and bevel drive gear function specifically designed profiles of the 46T and 13T gears for a wonderfully matched engagement for smoother operation, much less drag and considerably longer lifespan.
Gear Differential.
The high-volume differentials enhance car management and consistency over lengthy runs and improve reliability. The differentials function bigger capability circumstances and bigger inside gears with extra tooth for improved differential second. The bigger oil quantity and the form of the gear tooth scale back overheating for improved consistency. The stronger diff pin design additionally improves reliability.
Straightforward Diff Entry.
The semi-split bulkhead design and compact entrance bumper permits direct entry to the differential whereas all the suspension meeting stays mounted on the automotive.
Steering System.
The steering system consists of an Ackermann plate and graphite servo saver part form to work with the semi-split bulkhead. To make sure servo saver reliability, the servo saver elements are moulded from graphite materials which is extra resistant and environment friendly in dusty circumstances.
Entrance Higher Arms.
Entrance higher arms have extra mounting holes for the non-compulsory entrance higher arm wings. The wings enhance downforce on the entrance suspension for elevated traction and helps to maintain the buggy nostril down.
Elective wings can be found in Lexan and Carbon options.
Suspension Arms.
To make sure the efficiency and reliability, the Pivot Ball suspension arms and non-compulsory C-hub suspension are molded from particular composite combination. The rear suspension arms are molded from extra-hard composite combination that makes the automotive simpler to drive. The entrance decrease and higher arms function a composite combination change from mushy to medium. The non-compulsory entrance decrease C-hub suspension arm is molded from a tough composite combination.
Diff Gears & Drivetrain Ratio.
Particularly chosen gear ratio offers enough changes vary. Differential most important gears are manufactured from HUDY Gear Metal on a precision guide gear machine. This materials was specifically formulated and developed to be used in gears. All gears are hardened to supply the longest potential lifespan.
A variety of various gears — spur gear, clutchbell, crown gear — is obtainable for good set-up and tailoring to specific racing circumstances.
- Clutchbells can be found in sizes of 13T and 14T.
- Spur gears can be found in a spread of 46T, 47T, and 48T.
Brake System.
Specifically designed centering brake screws present easy braking operation. Brake pads slide extra simply on the pins.
Chassis Braces.
The mounting of the chassis brace to the bulkhead eliminates switch of vitality from the suspension through shock towers to make sure extra exact landings and extra off-power traction.
The included rear brace is moulded from a medium-stiff composite combination for improved flex & rigidity, and permits the mounting of non-compulsory graphite inserts to bolster the chassis brace to make it even stiffer for specific observe circumstances.
Aspect Guards.
Aspect guards function a bigger backside radius to provide higher stability on tough tracks. The radius of the aspect guards will increase the automotive’s longitudinal flex. The aspect guards are moulded from a particular composite combination for elevated flex that helps generate extra traction.
The powerful composite aspect guards shield the automotive, muffler, and gasoline tank from aspect impacts. The aspect guards completely match the chassis and seal towards dust.
Elective aspect guard braces enable for very environment friendly and straightforward chassis flex adjustment to regulate the dealing with of the automotive to completely different observe circumstances. By including the graphite braces, all the chassis is strengthened and stiffer flex will enhance dealing with in high-traction circumstances.
Chassis Chamfered Edges.
The chassis options chamfered entrance edges which prevents dust pick-up when the chassis contacts the observe. The chamfered edges won’t “minimize” the dust, however moderately the dust will slide alongside the chamfered edges and never get caught on the entrance of the chassis.
The aspect guards had been moved 4mm rearwards to make sure that below full throttle and full steering lock the inflated tires won’t contact the aspect guards and may function freely.
Drivetrain.
The XB8 is a traditional shaft-driven 4WD off-road automotive that includes:
Entrance & rear gear differentials with adjustable oil viscosity, that includes 46T crown gears and 13T pinion gears
Central differential with adjustable oil viscosity, that includes 48T spur gear with normal 14T engine clutchbell
Entrance & rear common drive shafts, and central CVD drive shafts
Rear Uprights.
More durable rear uprights keep stability in all observe circumstances. The exhausting materials additionally improves the dealing with in hotter circumstances and higher maintains it form for improved bump absorbing. The uprights are super-strong and have a bigger exterior 8x16x5mm ball-bearing for elevated reliability and lifespan.
Brakes Linkage.
Brake linkage assemblies with stiff springs and ball-shaped bushings lead to a extra dependable and constant brake operation by means of even the longest runs.
Wickerbill Wing.
Wickerbill rear wing options extra downforce that helps enhance traction when wanted. 12 pre-marked airflow gap positions could be opened to cut back downforce to advantageous tune dealing with traits as wanted. The wickerbill plate is mounted through 5 screws for straightforward adjustments.
Made out of a powerful particular composite combination, the wing was designed to outlive extreme abusive and excessive crashes whereas protecting its form.
Wing Holder.
The rear wing holder has a super-slim, 1-piece design that has lowered weight and elevated power. The wing holder suits the semi-split bulkhead and offers most stability whereas nonetheless permitting flex throughout impacts.
Shorter Wing Holder.
Wing mount strikes the wing forwards to create extra downforce over the rear wheels and enhance rear traction.
XB8 “Eazy” Physique.
The “Eazy” Physique was created after vital time spent testing dozens of various options till the ultimate design was chosen. The design of the physique improves the dealing with for all ability ranges, from native racers to World Champions. The “Eazy” Physique makes the XB8 extra secure at pace and extra reactive within the corners.
Turnbuckles.
To ensure most reliability, all turnbuckles are manufactured from a particular mix of HUDY Spring Metal™ which is particularly formulated for turnbuckles. The turnbuckles have a more durable core, making them very properly fitted to the steering system and rear upright linkages.
Pivot Balls.
To extend the reliability and free motion of suspension even within the extraordinarily dusty circumstances, the pivot ball cups are moulded from a particular graphite materials that ensures extra free motion even when mud builds up.
To cut back weight and decrease the CG, the entrance higher pivot balls are mixed with a metal threaded half for optimum power. The aluminum ball is machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 and moreover exhausting coated for prolonged lifespan.
Central Diff Gear.
The central differential is an extra-large dimension for elevated reliability and efficiency. The differential is over 5mm bigger, with an elevated oil capability to cut back oil overheating in lengthy runs, serving to to maintain differential efficiency as constant as potential.
Inside Diff Gears.
The 20T and 10T inside diff gears are bigger to make sure reliability and scale back diff oil overheating. The larger variety of tooth ensures extra exact fitment and engagement.
Pressed-steel differential bevel and satellite tv for pc gears are heat-treated and machined for superior precision and easy operation.
Diff Outdrives.
Up to date diff outdrives accommodate the stronger diff pins.
To cut back rotating weight, the super-lightweight diff outdrives are machined from HUDY Spring Metal™ which permits pointless materials to be eliminated to additional scale back weight with out affecting sturdiness. The interior parts of the outdrives are moreover hand-ground for optimum precision and fitment into the diff case.
All outdrives are hardened utilizing HUDY’s personal particular hardening course of for prolonged lifespan and reliability.
Gear Differentials.
Each entrance and rear differentials are similar for simpler upkeep and servicing.
The Massive Quantity diffs function increased capability circumstances, stronger diff pins, and huge inside gears with extra tooth for improved differential motion, consistency and general reliability. The bigger quantity of the differential and the form of the gear tooth assist scale back oil overheating.
Middle Differential Entry.
Entry to the middle differential is tremendous simple by releasing the higher deck with solely 4 screws. The low middle diff housing is sized to accommodate non-compulsory spur gears, and the stands are lowered to maintain the burden as little as potential and to permit smaller central diff gears for use. The middle diff housing stands maintain the efficient and race-proven brake system.
Wing Holder Brace.
To assist forestall rear gear field breakage throughout crash impacts, the rear wing development options wing holder brace that transfers crash affect vitality from the wing and shock tower to the chassis the place it’s centrally resolved.
The wing holder brace consists of an built-in physique publish as properly.
Gasoline Tank.
The XB8 gasoline tank complies with the newest guidelines that includes the transient jet that ensures the interior quantity of the gasoline tank can’t be modified by pulling the gasoline line.
The additional-strong gasoline tank options an built-in floating stone filter that ensures that the gasoline pickup will at all times be within the appropriate orientation, even when your automotive isn’t. This gasoline pickup system will enable gasoline to proceed to move to your engine, even whereas ready for a marshal to achieve your inverted automotive and put it again on its wheels.
Inside baffles contained in the gasoline tank be sure that the gasoline will at all times be within the space across the gasoline line consumption so even throughout giant jumps the gasoline shall be continually provided to the engine.
The gasoline tank cap includes a very robust spring which ensures the cap will at all times shut after refueling, and the specifically designed rubber gasket completely seals the gasoline tank and ensures no gasoline will leak exterior.
Engine Mounts.
The engine mounts prolong as much as the engine entrance bearing for improved chassis reinforcement within the longitudinal route, and in jumps it will reduce chassis bending between the clutchbell and spur gear.
The CNC-machined aluminum engine mounts are comprised of superior-grade, light-weight alloy which helps to dissipate engine warmth. The engine mounts are simply adjustable to acquire correct gear mesh.
Excessive-Torque Clutch.
The high-torque clutch includes a light-weight flywheel. The flywheel options lowered mass for faster engine response and clutch engagement.
The high-torque clutch offers easy, steady energy switch from the engine to the driveline. With the included Onerous springs, the clutch engages increased within the RPM vary, leading to extra controllable energy throughout acceleration whereas nonetheless sustaining good engine response and efficiency on jumps.
The Swiss 7075 T6 clutch sneakers are small, light-weight, and designed for engagement throughout all the journey of the shoe. The sneakers are much less delicate to put on and leads to improved lifespan.
The smaller diameter permits the flywheel to be extra protected after touchdown giant jumps, so there’s a lowered likelihood of unintended engine stoppages.
The additional-tough flywheel nut is machined from Hudy Spring Metal™.
The clutch is supplied with exhausting clutch springs; non-compulsory mushy and medium springs are additionally accessible.
4-Shoe Clutch.
The non-compulsory 4-shoe clutch options smaller, lighter inside elements, and the design permits for extra balanced clutch bell engagement in comparison with a standard 3-shoe design.
The 4-shoe design permits the usage of a number of combos of various shoe hardness and spring tensions for clutch engagement tuning, and even permits for combined combos of sneakers and comes which supplies ultra-fine engagement selections. There are 4 completely different hardness of sneakers and three completely different hardness of springs accessible. Altering the clutch configuration could be very simple due to the particular meeting screws that maintain the shoe and spring.
- SOFT clutch setting generates the very best quantity of traction and engages earliest
- MEDIUM clutch setting permits extra clutch slippage and engages later
- HARD clutch setting engages newest and offers extra revs to engine.
Shock Pistons.
Extremely-precise shock pistons function 6-, 8- and 10-hole choices. The massive-bore pistons are molded from powerful, well-proven Delrin® materials to supply easy motion and sturdiness. The precision molding manufacturing course of ensures good piston roundness after manufacturing, in order that the pistons transfer super-smoothly contained in the shock our bodies for similar good motion in all 4 shocks.
Shock Springs.
The XB8 consists of the 4-dot entrance shock springs for stability. XRAY shock springs are manually measured, chosen and matched into pairs to ensure exactly equal size and damping traits.
Silicone Oils.
HUDY Unique Silicone Oils are manufactured in Europe and every batch is laboratory examined and calibrated to make sure the very best potential consistency and high quality from batch to batch. Based mostly on the industry-standard cSt ranking, the brand new line of oils shall be simple to establish, regulate, and really feel.
When following any set-up sheets by XRAY or XRAY group drivers, you may make certain that the oils you’re going to get in your automotive are precisely identical as these utilized by the manufacturing unit racing group, thus making certain very exacting set-ups and dealing with.
HUDY Chem Collection.
Socket Head Cup Screws.
To extend lifespan and enhance ease of servicing, socket-head cup screws are used as an alternative of standard hex screws. The socket-head cup screws are stronger and extra dependable, making it simpler to work on the automotive.
Ball-Bearings.
A full set of 24 high-speed ball-bearings are used all through the XB8 drivetrain.
All-new grease lubricated bearings are included for the pinion gears and diffs to extend reliability and lifespan, particularly in dusty circumstances. The remaining bearings are degreased and oiled with AeroShell® Fluid 12 to cut back drag and maximize driveline effectivity.
Graphite Grease.
The XB8 consists of premium HUDY Graphite Grease – a high-performance, advanced-technology semi-fluid lubricant which includes each excessive strain components and finely-dispersed graphite for load carrying. HUDY Graphite Grease is meant primarily for the lubrication of rotating elements and loaded gears. Along with offering excellent load carrying, it’s formulated to have wonderful adhesion and resistance from “flinging off” below excessive circumstances. HUDY Graphite Grease reduces put on and will increase elements life.
Air Filter.
To attenuate the mud stepping into the air filter, the air filter cowl mounting positions had been modified and improved.
The sleek-flowing, environment friendly air filter is comprised of two elements. Air filter oil is included as normal. The common rubber elbow permits fitment to most traditional 1/8 buggy engines.
2-in-1.
The XB8 design permits to accommodate both the C-hub or Pivot Ball suspension. The included Pivot Ball suspension could be simply exchanged for the non-compulsory C-hub suspension to accommodate to the actual observe circumstances.
C-hub Suspension.
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The non-compulsory C-hub is completely fitted to easy and brief technical tracks & easy floor circumstances. At these observe circumstances the C-hub suspension generates elevated frontward traction as properly elevated general traction with enhanced steering.
The C-hub suspension consists of decrease suspension arm, steering block with Ackermann plate, C-hub, camber hyperlink & Ackermann steering plate.
Adjustment Prospects.
The XB8 options fully-adjustable entrance & rear suspension geometry. For fast & simple adjustment, we advocate utilizing set-up instruments and equipment from HUDY, the world chief of RC instruments.
The in depth and spectacular vary of adjustment potentialities consists of: Caster, Camber, Toe, Kick-up, Anti-dive, Anti-squat, Journey peak, Downstops, Observe-width, Decrease roll middle, Higher roll middle, Bump steer, Wheelbase, Ackermann, Absolutely-adjustable shocks, Adjustable entrance and rear differentials, XRAY Multi-Flex™
Chassis Stability.
The chassis design focuses on balanced weight distribution and weight switch. Centerline holes are pre-drilled for straightforward balancing with the HUDY Chassis Balancing Software #107880.
Instruction guide.
XRAY Instruction Manuals have develop into the {industry} normal; they’re merely the perfect manuals you’ll ever get with an RC mannequin automotive. Whether or not you’re a first-time builder or an skilled racer, all directions are straight-forward and straightforward to know. The complete-color Instruction Handbook accommodates giant 3D illustrations that present all meeting particulars within the best and most complete method.
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Proudly owning an XRAY mannequin racing automotive is an expertise unto itself. Not solely will you personal probably the most premium luxurious mannequin racing automotive on the planet, however additionally, you will develop into a member of the distinguished household of XRAY house owners with direct assist and repair from the XRAY manufacturing unit. XRAY brings you probably the most up-to-date RC web site on the Web, with every day racing information, and the newest product developments.
In case you have any questions, issues or feedback, you may ask the XRAY Help Staff or any XRAY Manufacturing facility Staff Driver on the XRAY Help Discussion board. You’ll be able to even add your individual set-up sheets or obtain from the 1000’s of various set-up sheets accessible from all over the world on the unique XRAY Digital Set-up Sheet Database. And that’s solely the beginning of the VIP remedy you get by becoming a member of Staff XRAY.
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