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

  • 1/5
  • 2WD
  • RTR
  • Petrol

Part no. 290A

Discontinued4.1
10 reviews
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No longer made. Replaced by:

Rovan 29cc Baja V2 5B RC Buggy Petrol 2WD 1/5 Scale RTR

Now $699.00was $799.99 Save $100

3+ in stock

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Overview

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.

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

In the box

  • 1x Rovan 1/5 29cc Baja 5B 2WD Off Road Petrol RC Baja Buggy

You'll need

  • Petrol
  • 2-stroke oil
  • 8 x AA batteries

Highlights

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.

Specifications

Length817mm (34.25")
Width480mm (18.89")
Height255mm (10.03")
Wheelbase570mm (22.44")
Weight10.7kg (23.6 lbs)
ChassisBaja Buggy
SuspensionOil-Filled Aluminium Shocks
Drivetrain2WD
MotorPetrol 29cc Engine
ESCN/A

RC Car

Scale1/5
Skill LevelExperienced
Power SourcePetrol
Chassis TypeBuggy
On/Off RoadOff Road
Drivetrain2WD

Factory Specs

Battery ConnectorTamiya
Front Shock Oil40w
Rear Shock Oil40w
Rear Differential Oil40w
Pinion Gear17T 1.5Mod
Spur Gear57T 1.5Mod
Wheel Hex Size24mm

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Reviews (10)

4.1

Based on 10 reviews

  • 5 stars6
  • 4 stars1
  • 3 stars1
  • 2 stars2
  • 1 star0

  • Alan L

    Verified buyer

    8 Aug 2024

    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

  • ethan f

    Verified buyer

    26 Apr 2022

    very good change exhaust and keep screws constantly tight definitely reckon buying a couple things of Loctite

  • Nick

    Verified buyer

    15 Sept 2021

    Wheel nuts constantly fall off, exhaust fell off on the 1st day, was held together with rubber and zip ties.

  • ethan f

    Verified buyer

    11 Sept 2021

    it's good but constantly breaks

  • rizza

    23 Mar 2021

    best product ever it is very good

  • Austin H

    Verified buyer

    1 Aug 2020

    exhaust fell off after the first run so now i have to get another exhaust pipe, but other than that the car is fast and lots of fun.

  • Selwyn G

    Verified buyer

    27 July 2020

    Good product very quick delivery good customer service

  • Graeme D

    Verified buyer

    3 June 2019

    Great service, and a buggy that is heaps of fun.

  • Jacob h

    Verified buyer

    8 Oct 2018

    I recieved the car and its very well packed and comes with everything to run. I reckon hobbies direct is the place to get a baja from

  • Timothy B

    Verified buyer

    22 Mar 2018

    Very happy with the Rovan 1/5 29cc baja 5b 2wd its a very good product it handles and performs great and hobbies direct is a really great shop as they are really easy to communicate to and fast responding back to you and delivery was really quick to thanks guys

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