Roost 1/18 Desert Buggy from ECX
By: Tim Gluth
Starting 2016 off with a bang, ECX has unveiled their latest 1/18 scale off-road machine, the Roost. Featuring some nice accessories (LED light bar), waterproof receiver and ESC, oil-filled shocks, an easy-to-access battery tray, and a shaft-driven 4-wheel drive system, this is one vehicle that may look small but can pack a big wallop.
Features
- High-intensity LED Light Bar
- Rugged shaft-driven 4WD platform
- ECX® 2.4Ghz radio system
- Waterproof receiver/ESC combo
- Oil filled shocks
- Bottom loading battery tray
- Includes Dynamite® 6-cell 900mAh NiMH battery and AC charger
- Nylon composite chassis
- Dynamite® 380 size brushed motor
- Uses high-current EC3 connectors
- 2WD transmission with gear differentials
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Completely ready-to-run including AA's for transmitter
Specifications
| Type: | Buggy |
| Scale: | 1/18 |
| Length: | 12.04 in (306mm) |
| Width: | 7.16 in (182mm) |
| Height: | 4.21 in (107mm |
| Ground Clearance: | 1.22 in (31mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 7.0 in (178mm) |
| Weight: | 27.9 oz (793g) |
| Chassis: | Molded plastic |
| Suspension: | Independent |
| Drivetrain: | 4WD |
| Tire Type: | SCT, All-Terrain |
| Motor or Engine: | Brushed |
| Speed Control: | Included |
| Radio: | 2Ch, 2.4GHz |
| Servos: | Included |
| Batteries: | 7.2V, 900mAh stick pack (flat) |
| Charger: | NiMh AC wall charger |
| Gear Pitch: | 0.5 Module |
| Wheel Size: | 1.38 in (35mm) x .90 in (23mm) |
| Kit/RTR: | RTR |
| Shock Type: | Oil-filled, Coil Over Springs |
| Body: | SCT, painted |
| Ball Bearings: | Transmission Only |
| Experience Level: | Beginner |
| Recommended Environment: | Indoor/Outdoor |
| Assembly Time: | Less than 1 Hour |
| Is Assembly Required: | No |
The prices for this new rig is listed at $119.99. Learn more about the Roost at ECXRC.com.
Image credit: ECX
