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Rovan 29cc Baja 5B RC Buggy Petrol 2WD 1/5 Scale RTR

Rovan 29cc Baja 5B RC Buggy Petrol 2WD 1/5 Scale RTR

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Rovan 29cc Baja 5B RC Buggy Petrol 2WD 1/5 Scale RTR

Brand: Rovan | MPN: 290A
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Description

The Rovan 1/5 29cc Baja 5B 2WD Petrol RC Baja Buggy offers 40-minute runtimes on a single tank, is easy to maintain and start, and is the most popular 1/5 chassis to date. It is compatible with 99% of original HPI Baja 5B parts. Unlike its predecessor, the Rovan comes equipped with a 29cc 4-bolt petrol engine.

This Baja buggy effortlessly conquers big jumps with its long-travel suspension and can reach speeds exceeding 70kph with some minor modifications, such as a tuned exhaust pipe (ROV-85037) and high-speed gearing (ROV-853192). It features a powerful 29cc petrol engine, aluminium long-travel shocks, beadlocked wheels with Dirt Buster tyres, and an 8000RPM clutch.

Rovan has improved the steering with a new servo featuring metal gears and 45kg of torque. An included Universal USB Charger allows the vehicle's electronics to be charged from USB power banks, public charging stations, or the USB ports in your vehicle.

29cc petrol engine
29cc petrol engine

The massive 29cc 4-bolt engine with an NGK CMR7H spark plug and Walbro carburetor gives the best performance and reliability.

Dirt Buster beadlocked wheels
Dirt Buster beadlocked wheels

Just like the genuine HPI Baja 5B, the Dirt Buster tyres combined with Rovan's super heavy duty beadlocked rims offer easy maintenance and extra durability.

45kg metal-gear steering servo
45kg metal-gear steering servo

Rovan's improved steering servo has metal gears and outputs 45kg of torque.

Universal USB charger
Universal USB charger

Included is a Universal 7.2v 700mAh USB Charger allowing you to charge from USB power banks, public charging stations, or your automobile.

99% HPI Baja 5B parts compatibility
99% HPI Baja 5B parts compatibility

The Rovan Baja 5B is 99% compatible with the genuine HPI Baja 5B, giving buyers a wide choice of replacement and aftermarket parts.

Features
  • Powerful 29cc Petrol Engine
  • Aluminium Long-Travel Shocks
  • 2.4GHz Remote Controller
  • 7mm Driveshafts
  • Beadlocked Wheels & Dirt Buster Tyres
  • 2000mAh NiMH 6.0v Battery
  • 0.7A NiMH Charger (2.5-hour charge when used with a 2.0A power supply)
  • 8000RPM Clutch
  • 45kg Steering Servo — with metal gears
  • Genuine Rovan product
Included Items
  • 1x Rovan 1/5 29cc Baja 5B 2WD Off Road Petrol RC Baja Buggy
Required Items
  • Petrol
  • 2-stroke oil
  • 8 x AA batteries
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Specifications
Length
817mm (34.25")
Width
480mm (18.89")
Height
255mm (10.03")
Wheelbase
570mm (22.44")
Weight
10.7kg (23.6 lbs)
Chassis
Baja Buggy
Suspension
Oil-Filled Aluminium Shocks
Drivetrain
2WD
Motor
Petrol 29cc Engine
ESC
N/A

RC Car
Scale
1/5
Skill Level
Experienced
Power Source
Petrol
Chassis Type
Buggy
On/Off Road
Off Road
Drivetrain
2WD
Factory Specs
Battery Connector
Tamiya
Front Shock Oil
40w
Rear Shock Oil
40w
Rear Differential Oil
40w
Pinion Gear
17T 1.5Mod
Spur Gear
57T 1.5Mod
Wheel Hex Size
24mm

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Reviews (10)
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4 out of 5 stars

1 year ago
Alan L
Verified Buyer
Worked great the first couple of times then it won't turn over bearly had it a week won't be impressed if I can't get it running soon

5 out of 5 stars

4 years ago
ethan F
Verified Buyer
very good change exhaust and keep screws constantly tight definitely reckon buying a couple things of Loctite

2 out of 5 stars

4 years ago
Nick N
Verified Buyer
Wheel nuts constantly fall off, exhaust fell off on the 1st day, was held together with rubber and zip ties.

2 out of 5 stars

4 years ago
ethan F
Verified Buyer
it's good but constantly breaks

5 out of 5 stars

5 years ago
rizza R
best product ever it is very good
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