HPI WR8 3.0 1996 Ford Escort RS Cosworth Repsol Livery Nitro RTR 160557

The HPI WR8 3.0 Ford Escort RS Cosworth combines nitro-fuelled performance with rally heritage, featuring the iconic 1996 Repsol livery. Built on the rugged WR8 chassis with a Nitro Star G3.0 HO engine, oil-filled shocks, and 4WD drivetrain, it’s ready for high-speed action on dirt, tarmac, or rally tracks.

Features

• Officially licensed 1996 Ford Escort RS Cosworth body with Repsol livery
• Pre-installed Nitro Star G3.0 HO engine with 32,000RPM output
• All-new TF-51 transmitter and RF-51 receiver with LED light control
• Fully adjustable suspension with oil-filled coil-over shocks
• All-wheel-drive system with bevel gear differentials and full ball bearings
• Equipped with tarmac rally tyres and authentic 2.2" rally wheels
• Double wishbone suspension and sway bars for realistic rally dynamics
• LED lighting system with warm white headlights and tail lights

Specifications

• Scale: 1/8
• Chassis: WR8 3.0 based on HPI Bullet platform
• Engine: Nitro Star G3.0 HO
• Drivetrain: 4WD shaft-driven with bevel gear diffs
• Suspension: Double wishbone with oil-filled shocks
• Radio System: TF-51 2.4GHz transmitter with RF-51 waterproof receiver
• Lighting: LED-ready with 4-way adapter and light control integration
• Bodyshell: 300mm wheelbase polycarbonate with hand-applied decals

Includes

• Pre-assembled WR8 3.0 chassis with Nitro engine
• 1996 Ford Escort RS Cosworth Repsol replica body
• TF-51 2.4GHz transmitter
• Pre-installed LED light system
• Factory-mounted rally tyres and wheels
• Instruction manual

Important Notes

• Requires Nitro Fuel (16%) and Nitro Starter Pack (HPI-160077 recommended)
• Requires 4 x AA batteries for transmitter
• Requires 6.0V NiMH receiver battery pack and compatible charger (HPI-160153 recommended)