XRAY M18 PRO

Team XRAY's 1/18th scale 4WD electric on-road professional micro car

Price: $225.00

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Manufacturer: XRAY Model Racing Cars
Scale: 1:18
Power: Electric
Surface: On-Road
Vehicle: Touring Car
Part Number: 380002
Release Date: 12/6/2006
Quick Link: http://www.XRAYM18PRO.com

"XRAY is pleased to present the improved and refined M18 PRO - based on the legendary M18 platform, but redesigned with high-performance racing in mind. The M18 PRO's progressive design embodies an enhanced driving experience...from the purpose-built performance chassis...to the unique revolutionary XRAY Multi-Flex Technology™ top-deck...to the smooth externally-adjustable ball diffs...to the race-oriented wheel mounting system. The M18 PRO was born from racing DNA to challenge your racing skills on any track.

High performance. Micro size. Undeniably XRAY.

- Dipl. Eng. Juraj Hudy, Chief Designer, XRAY

The release of the first revolutionary shaft-driven 1/18 micro car - the XRAY M18 - was a huge success for XRAY which exceeded all expectations. The M18 has captured the hearts of the micro racing community, from drivers running for fun to the most hardcore racing enthusiasts... instantly making the M18 a modern legend. The M18 has spawned a multitude of micro-focused aftermarket companies, and has supported the creation of very active micro racing communities worldwide. As with any other ongoing developments, the M18 has also undergone close scrutiny by the XRAY Engineering Department to bring forward the next stage in its evolution - a race-oriented professional micro car, the M18 PRO.

Based on the legendary M18 platform, XRAY now presents the improved and refined M18 PRO... redesigned with high-performance racing in mind. The M18 PRO's progressive design embodies an enhanced driving experience...from the purpose-built performance chassis... to the unique revolutionary XRAY Multi-Flex Technology™ top deck... to the externally-adjustable ball diffs... to the race-oriented wheel mounting system. The M18 PRO was borne from racing DNA to challenge your racing skills on any track.

Main features:

• With the Multi-Flex Technology™ top deck you can set up and adjust the M18 PRO for all different racing conditions. No matter if you drive on asphalt or carpet, using rubber or foam tires, you can quickly, easily and independently adjust MFT™ points on the top deck - front or rear - to give you different flex characteristics.
• The M18 PRO chassis is all-new, designed specifically for high-performance racing. The narrow, CNC-machined, 1.6mm thin chassis is cut from premium high-grade carbon fiber and has been optimized for strength and flexibility.
• The top deck is designed so that all bulkhead and arm mounting screws remain easily and instantly accessible.
• Front caster has been decreased from 12° to 6° which improves the responsiveness of the car especially in technical parts of a track.
• Rear toe-in is decreased from 4° to 2.5° which results in improved steering and provides sharper handling.
• For high-competition racers the set of adjustable front and rear turnbuckles are included so you can easily adjust the toe to any desired angle.
• The steering system is handled through an adjustable steel turnbuckle, with steering blocks featuring optimized Ackerman positions.
• The new ball-differentials are molded from specially-mixed composite material which ensures longest life and minimal wear of all parts.
• The drive shafts are molded from the special composite blend which ensures long life and maximum strength, ensuring that power from even the most powerful micro motors is safely and easily transferred to the wheels.
• The 6-cell inline battery pack is held in place with a CNC-machined battery holder made from premium carbon fiber, completed with a stylish, milled 'X'.
• The kit features both 36T and 42T spur gears and an assortment of pinion gears.
• The M18 PRO features 20 premium high-speed ball-bearings in the super-smooth and efficient drivetrain.
• Premium high-competition foam tires are included in the kit for maximum grip and great handling out of the box.
• Wheels are secured to the hex hub wheel axles with aluminum wheel nuts and a driver is included.
• Coil-over shocks ensure great handling of the car in any racing conditions.
• The compact front foam bumper is manufactured from high-resilience lightweight foam and designed to withstand heavy crashes.
• Body posts are made from a special composite material that provides maximum strength but sufficient flex to reduce body post breakage.
• The full-color instruction manual contains large 3D illustrations for easy comprehension.
• Optional parts available directly from XRAY.

Technical specifications:

• Front Width: 100 mm (adjustable with offset wheel axles)
• Rear Width: 107 mm
• Length: 220 mm
• Wheelbase: 150 mm
• Weight: 165 g
• Ready to run weight: 440 g
• Body: 150 mm micro body (included)
• Drive ratio: 1:2.5
• Camber: front/rear: -1° (preset)
• Caster: 6° (preset)
• Front Toe: preset +0.5° (adjustable)
• Rear Toe: preset 2.5° (adjustable)
• Wheelbase: 150 mm
• Tires: mounted foam tires - 50sh front, 35sh rear

Included:

• certificate
• parts list & exploded view
• set-up sheet
• decals
• driveshaft assembly tool
• hex hub assembly tool

Not included:

• radio system (transmitter & receiver)
• steering servo
• ESC
• motor
• battery pack (6 cell)
• battery charger
• CA glue
• Lexan paint
• transmitter batteries
• 3.0mm phillips screwdriver
• 1.5mm allen wrench
• anti-roll bars

While this is not a complete list, here are the victories for the M18.

• 2008 Maxspin Championship Series (Round 4)
• 2007 US Micro On-Road National Champion
• 2007 German Champion
• 2007 1/18th Scale East Coast Championships

• US Micro On-Road Nationals in December
• XRAY M18 PRO Gets Wheels For Rubber Tires
• Graphite Driveshafts For 1/18th Scale Electrics