Team XRay has announced the release of their next truggy, the XT9. The XT9 sits on an all new platform than previous models and features XRay’s Multi-Flex chassis design, better weight balance and weight distribution.
The XT9 brings a whole slew of additional new features to the table, including an all new chassis, side guards, 1-piece radio plate, chassis braces, drive line parts, wheel axles, graphite upper plate and more. Check out the detailed sections below.
General
• Developed, designed and styled by Dipl. Eng. Juraj Hudy, manufactured exclusively by XRAY in Europe in the world’s most sophisticated RC manufacturing facility
• Revolutionary off-road platform with new benchmark for premium quality, reliability and performance
• Premium, professional, high-competition model racing car for the most demanding racers
• Manufactured from premium European materials, machined using state of the art Swiss and German machines
• Premium XRAY service & support
Chassis
• CNC-machined 3mm Swiss 7075 T6 chassis
• Strategically machined in low-stress areas and anodized for light weight and uncompromised strength and rigidity
• Redesigned chassis with updated weight distribution for improved balance and stability
• Countersunk underside screw holes for a flat, smooth chassis bottom
• Updated side guard design offers improved side protection, seals better against dirt, protects the fuel tank,
• Radio plate is a compact, balanced, 1-piece electronics assembly that can be quickly & easily removed for servicing and cleaning
• Extra large 150cc fuel tank with molded-in splashguard uses rubber grommets to absorb vibration
• Robust, high-durability diff bulkheads allow super-easy diff access
• Well-proven composite front & rear chassis braces have a significant influence on chassis stiffness and chassis flex
Engine & Clutch
• High-grade CNC-machined aluminum engine mounts machined from lightweight alloy are easily adjustable to obtain proper gear mesh
• Extended engine mount design provides higher reinforcement of the chassis to minimize chassis bending between the clutchbell and spur gear
• 2-part, smooth-flowing and efficient air filter includes air filter oil and a universal rubber elbow to fit most standard 1/8 buggy engines
• Clutch system provides smooth and continuous transfer of power from engine at very high RPM; includes alu 1.7g lightweight clutch shoes, 1.0mm springs, aluminum flywheel and a steel flywheel nut
• Clutch nut and preload adjustment collar manufactured from special HUDY Spring Steel™ for maximum lifespan and durability
• Wide range of clutchbells available in sizes of 12T-15T
Brakes
• Well-proven, high-performance braking system
• Aluminum brake 7075 T6 hub with precision-pressed pins
• Laser-cut, precision flat-ground steel brake disk for ultra-efficient fade-free braking
• High-grip Ferodo™ brake pads
• Brake disk and brake pads heat treated for maximum lifespan
Drivetrain
• Front & rear gear differential with adjustable oil viscosity featuring 43T crown gear and 10T pinion gear
• Central differential with adjustable oil viscosity featuring 48T spur gear with standard 13T clutchbell on the engine
• Front, central, and rear CVD drive shafts
• Diff outdrives manufactured from exclusive HUDY Spring Steel™ are specially hand-ground for maximum precision and smooth operation
• CVD drive shafts manufactured from world-renowned HUDY Spring Steel™ are some of the world‘s thinnest yet most durable drive shafts used in off-road kits
• Central larger and stronger outdrives feature protective rubber boots, thick 3mm pins, and a protective locking ring
• All drive shafts and outdrives are hardened with a proprietary hardening process to provide unbeatable lifetime and reliability.
• Ultra-lightweight 17mm wheel hex drive hubs +2.00mm are CNC-machined from Swiss 7075 T6 black-coated aluminum, specially machined to reduce rotating weight while guaranteeing wobble-free wheel mounting.
• Complete set of 24 high-speed, blue-sealed ball-bearings, degreased, lightly oiled for maximum efficiency, individually controlled, selected, and inspected
Gear Differentials
• Rubber-sealed composite differential housings feature steel inserts that are manually precision ground after the molding process to guarantee a perfect fit with no vibration
• Differential internal gears are made from pressed steel, heat treated, and machined for ultra-precise and smooth operation
• Differential main gears are manufactured from HUDY Gear Steel, specially formulated and developed for use in gears.
• All gears are hardened to provide the longest possible lifespan
• Spur gears available in 46T, 47T and 48T
• Crown gears available in 41T and 43T
Suspension
• Advanced suspension geometry engineered and finely tuned for high-competition racing
• Every suspension part has been specially designed for 1/8 truggy racing platform to provide responsive racing characteristics in all racing conditions
• Lightweight yet durable suspension parts molded from XRAY’s own composite mixture for suspension parts
• Super-long suspension arms provide maximum stability and optimal stiffness to ensure maximum traction, superior handling under all racing conditions and terrains
• Front & rear CNC-machined extra-thick graphite shock towers include multiple shock mounting position and roll center adjustment position
• Fully-adjustable suspension featuring I.S.S. (Integrated Suspension Settings™) with eccentric bushings inserted into Swiss 7075 T6 alu holders
• Complete set of I.S.S. eccentric bushings is included for complete suspension geometry adjustment.
• Unique C-hub suspension with Integrated Adjustable CasterTM which enables adjustment of the single C-block through the entire caster angle range; no optional caster blocks needed!
• C-blocks feature an inclined kingpin design for increased steering and stability
• Small, super-lightweight composite zero kingpin steering blocks feature an inset aluminum bushing that is molded into the steering block itself, ensuring a lightweight, precise and durable steering block assembly.
• Steering block kingpin screws are firmly held in the aluminum threaded bushing while the end of the screw is self-locked in composite to prevent the screws from loosening during racing. The molded-in aluminum bushings allow the steering blocks to turn freely ensuring precise steering reaction.
• Compact, lightweight rear uprights with multiple upper & lower roll center positions, and wheelbase adjustment possibilities
• Optional track-width adjusting hex drives with, 0mm, +1.00mm, and +5.00mm offsets are available
• Front & rear wire-style anti-roll bars manufactured from spring steel material are included to stabilize the chassis at both front and rear
• Diff case mounts for anti-roll bars allow for easy installation and adjustment
• Premium Hudy Spring Steel™ adjustable turnbuckles
Steering
• Robust dual-arm steering system is very simple yet effective and features an integrated easily adjustable servo saver
• Easily-adjustable Ackermann using different steering link mounting positions on the steering plate
• Easily-adjustable bump steer using inserted shims
Shocks
• XRAY big-bore, long-stroke shocks offer increased downtravel, reliability, performance, and improved damping characteristics
• Hardcoated shock bodies
• Reinforced ball joints
• Shock body large inner diameter ensures proper and consistent shock oil flow through the perfectly-round pistons which move very precisely inside the smoothly-finished interior of the shock body
• Ultra-fine protective shock rubbers give superior sealing
• Externally-threaded shock bodies for quick & easy adjustment
• Improved lower shock assembly for freer shock rod movement while minimizing oil leakage and offering improved sealing against dirt.
• Ultra-precise shock pistons with 6-, 8- and 10-hole designs
• Thick, robust shock shafts designed for maximum strength & durability are precision-ground and super-smooth for free and smooth movement
• Wider shock membranes made from improved material to guarantee the same damping characteristics throughout a race
• XRAY self-developed and manufactured ultimate racing springs are hand-selected for maximum precision, equal length, and equal damping characteristics
Body & Wing
• Strong front & rear composite body mounts with foam cushions
• Stylish and effective rear wing made from special composition was designed for proper downforce and stability, and will remain intact and properly shaped even after hard abuse and extreme crashes
• Strong rear wing holders offer different wing mounting positions
• Low-profile racing Lexan™ truggy body perfectly fits the XT9
Wheels & Tires
• XRAY Racing Dish Wheels are molded from light yet very durable material and are well suited for high-competition racing.
• XRAY Thrax low-profile truggy tires ensure high traction and high speed while the large sidewalls are designed for more controllable and consistent side bite
• Tires are made from soft compound to generate sufficient grip in most racing conditions
• Foam inserts are included
Lubricants
• XRAY Premium Silicone Oils are manufactured in Europe by a specialized premium silicone oil manufacturer, and use the industry-standard cSt rating
• Silicone Oils were exclusively created for XRAY, with each batch of premium oil being laboratory tested and calibrated to ensure the highest possible consistency and quality between batches
• Premium HUDY Graphite Grease is a high-performance, advanced-technology semi-fluid lubricant which incorporates both extreme pressure additives and finely-dispersed graphite for load carrying
• Graphite Grease is intended primarily for the lubrication of rotating parts and loaded gears, and it is formulated to have excellent adhesion and fling resistance under extreme conditions
Adjustment Possibilities:
• Fully-adjustable front and rear suspension geometry: caster, camber, toe, kick-up, anti-squat, ride height, downstops, track-width, anti-roll bars, lower roll center, upper roll center, roll center positions, bump steer, wheelbase, Ackermann, shock damping, shock mounting position.
• Front/center/rear differential adjustment
• For easy and fast adjustment we recommend using set-up tools and accessories from HUDY, the world leader of RC tools.
Dimensions
Class: 1/8 nitro truggy
Length w/o body: 574 mm
Chassis length: 452 mm
Wheelbase: 376-388 mm
Width: 428 mm front; 430 mm rear
Weight: 2333 gr
Ready-to-run weight: approx. 3681g
Chassis
Chassis: CNC-machined 3.0 mm Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum
Shock towers: machined laminated carbon graphite (front + rear) with multiple shock mounting and roll center positions
Radio tray: composite one piece
Drivetrain
Type: Full-time shaft-drive 4WD w/ center differential
Drive shafts: CVD drive shafts – Hudy Spring Steel™
Final drive ratio (FDR): 15.88:1
Differentials: Sealed, 6 gear, silicone-filled
Front differential: 43T
Center differential: 48T
Rear differential: 43T
Clutch bell: 13T
Clutch: Aluminum 3-shoe
Suspension
Suspension: Adjustable suspension with preset geometry
Rear suspension: Lower H-arm with adjustable upper camber link
Front suspension: Zero Kingpin suspension with integrated adjustable caster
Rear upright: Composite with dual arm mounting and 3 roll center positions
Shocks: Big-bore, long-travel shocks, machined aluminum, oil-filled, coil-over shocks
Adjustability
Caster: adjustable front + rear
Camber: adjustable front + rear
Toe: adjustable front + rear
Kick-Up: adjustable front
Anti-squat: adjustable rear
Ride height: adjustable front + rear
Downstops: adjustable front + rear
Track-width: adjustable front + rear
Front anti-roll bars: Wire style 2.4 mm
Rear anti-roll bar: Wire style 2.8 mm
Roll center: adjustable front + rear, upper & lower
Bump steer: adjustable front
Wheelbase: adjustable front & rear
Ackermann: adjustable front
Shocks: Adjustable damping, preload, mounting positions
Equipment
Body: XRAY XT8 body
Wheels: XRAY Racing Dish Wheels
Tires: XRAY Thrax low-profile tires with foam inserts
Fuel tank: 150cc capacity with hypertonic tank lid and internal stone-type filter and fuel tank pressure cap with 1-piece profiled seal
Instructions: Instruction Manual with 3D graphics (44 pages)
Packaging: carton box with vinyl bags with parts
Additionally included: Authentication Certificate, set-up sheet, parts list & exploded view, decals
Not included: radio system (transmitter and receiver), personal transponder, steering & throttle servos, engine, manifold & exhaust, starter box & starter box battery pack, receiver battery pack, glowplug igniter, battery charger, Lexan® paint, model R/C car fuel (nitromethane), tape, CA glue, bearing oil, medium-grade (blue) threadlock, tools, Set-up book: 2-color Set-Up Book (39 pages) – not included
[source: www.teamxray.com]