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XRAY M18T

Team XRAY's 1/18th scale 4WD electric off-road micro truck

Price: $135.00

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Availability: In Stock. See our inventory policy.
Manufacturer: XRAY Model Racing Cars
Scale: 1:18
Power: Electric
Surface: Off-Road
Vehicle: Truck
Part Number: 380500
Release Date: 8/28/2005
Quick Link: http://www.XRAYM18T.com

The all-new XRAY M18T is truly the first mini truck that is capable of transforming from a racer to a monster truck. Imagine, a lightweight high performance 4x4 racer that can transform into a huge mini monster truck capable of handling all that you can find for it... Race it... Jump it... Climb it... with the one and only M18T... From XRAY... Of course...

The all new M18T is a unique 1/18 scale micro sized truck that was designed by the world famous XRAY design team for all out fun and enjoyment. Whether you race it or bash it you are going to love the four wheel independent suspension oil filled shocks, high performance 4WD balanced chassis layout that features 22 high performance ball bearings.

The expert craftsmanship and attention to detail that made the M18 so popular is carried over and is clearly evident everywhere on the M18T. The superb race proven driveline is capable of handling high loads and super fast motors.

With a simple Monster conversion kit you can make this big little truck even bigger, like the M18MT. The unique well thought out design allows the addition of four more oil filled shocks, (8 in total). 30% larger tires with a traditional monster tread pattern that helps you crush and climb all that dares to challenge the M18T.

Main features:

1/18 professional 4WD high load competition shaft driven micro truck
optional conversion set transforms the truck into a monster truck
maximum efficiency drivetrain includes 22 high-speed ball-bearings
fully independent front and rear suspension
oil-filled coil-over shocks
servo saver included
adjustable turnbuckles
front and rear adjustable ball differentials
adjustable shock position for damping adjustment
easily-adjustable motor mount
chassis accommodates 5 or 6 cell battery packs
extensive line of micro electronics and optional parts from XRAY

M18T includes:

set of low pin rubber tires + wheels
1/18 micro racing truck body
pinion set
HUDY phillips screwdriver for comfortable assembly

Not included:

radio system (transmitter and receiver)
micro speed controller
micro motor
micro battery pack
micro servo
lexan paint
CA glue

Technical specifications:

length (without body): 211mm
wheelbase: 150mm
front width (outside rims): 178mm
rear width (outside rims): 180mm
front caster: 12.3°
weight: cca 295g
internal gear ratio: 2.5

Other features:

The M18T features a high-performance drive train, including the shaft-drive 4WD drive train featured on the on-road M18.
Both front and rear gearboxes feature adjustable ball differentials for maximum efficiency. Each ball differential includes two supporting ball-bearings for ultra smooth operation.
The entire drive train is ultra efficient thanks to 22 high-speed ball- bearings which are very lightly oiled for maximum efficiency straight out of the box.
Both front and rear suspensions are fully independent with maximum travel. The oil-filled coil-over shocks guarantee maximum performance in any racing condition. The shocks can be mounted at multiple positions on the arms and shock towers to easily adjust damping. Front and rear 1.0mm anti-roll bars included.
The oil-filled coil-over shocks are not same - in front are short and rear are long.
Rear shock tower with multiple shock mounting positions.
The steering turnbuckles are fully adjustable and are manufactured from the premium world-renowned HUDY Spring Steel™ to guarantee longest life and best quality.
For precise steering, the center-positioned steering system runs on two ball-bearings.
Front suspension with steering block.
The kit includes a micro servo saver to protect the servo.
The chassis accommodates 5 or 6 cell battery packs. A battery strap is included.
Molded drive shafts with universal joints.
Front steering block and wheel mounting detail.
The adjustable motor holder holds the XRAY 300 Super Size motor.
A set of pinions is included.
Racing compound low pin rubber tires with foam inserts are included.
White dish wheels accommodate any standard micro truck tires.
XRAY 1/18 micro racing truck body included. The body is clear lexan body which requires painting.
FREE Bonus! HUDY Philips screwdriver for comfortable assembly.

Victories

While this is not a complete list, here are the victories for the M18T.

2008 US Micro Truck National Champion
2007 US Micro Truck National Champion
2007 1/18th Scale East Coast Championships

Customer Photos

If you have ordered a M18T kit from us, please send us photos of your truck once you get it running. Email your pictures to photos@rcxray.com.

News

The XRAY M18T features a high-performance drive train similar to the M18.

Is the XRAY M18T not what you're looking for? Check out our other XRAY RC cars.

Videos

If you have a good quality video of a M18T, send it to us. You can email us at videos@rcxray.com.

Reviews

Xtreme RC Cars Magazine - April 2006

"Any kit that comes out of the XRAY factory is sure to be of high quality and packed with features, and that is exactly the case with the M18T."

"The M18T shares very few similarities with XRAY's first micro car, the M18. This time around XRAY designers went all out and packed the M18T full of cool features. Things such as full ball bearings, 6-cell stick pack compatibility, and a single bellcrank steering system are all standard on the M18T."

"As usual, XRAY's instructions are some of the best, bar none! These full color 3D-rendered instructions are easy to follow with clear and detailed images. As I was building the kit, I didn't find any errors or inconsistencies throughout the entire manual. Other manufacturers should take note: these are what instructions should be like."

"As usual, XRAY has put out yet another quality product. The parts are well made, everything fits together as it should and it looks cool. In other words, this little race truck is ready to go."

Read the full article (PDF) | Visit the Xtreme RC Cars Magazine website

Radio Race Car Magazine - April 2006

"The 1/18th class is breeding all sorts of contenders, but some stand out simply because of their quality and heritage. The M18 touring cars were robust and frighteningly fast, so there's no reason to expect the truck version to be any less a superb racing machine."

"...a real bargin."

"Beautiful suspension action. Quality of moulded components. Excellent electronics package included. Super soft tyres grip brilliantly."

Read the full article (PDF) | Visit the Radio Race Car Magazine website

Radio Control Car Action Magazine - March 2006

"XRAY is well known for their finely crafted and innovative RC models, and they proved they could retain the same high quality and innovation in a scaled-down machine when they introduced the M18 touring car. The M18 set the standard in mini on-road arena, and now XRAY is ready to repeat that performance for the mini off-road scene with the new M18T shaft-driven, 4WD stadium racing truck."

"The M18T has one of the smoothest drivetrains I've built. A long aluminum propeller shaft links the front and rear ball differentials and provides full-time 4WD."

"High-quality materials. Smooth oil-filled shocks. Excellent racing rubber. Ball diffs. Swaybars included."

"XRAY has done a fine job of designing the M18T. It is one of the best-handling mini racing trucks I've driven, and it has proven to be reliable. The swaybars, oil-filled shocks and adjustable ball diffs are very nice standard features, and the class-leading suspension travel makes the M18T a champion on rough terrain... I really like this truck and plan to race it until the wheels come off..."

Read the full article (PDF) | Visit the Radio Control Car Action Magazine website

RC Car Racer - February 2006

"Quality of the moulded parts is superb and the fit is to the usual expected XRAY standard - very good indeed."

"The M18T offers great performance straight out of the box."

"Trying the M18T on a variety fo surfaces both indoors and out showed its performance to be well up there with the competition. Outside, it's softly sprung suspension absorbed the bumps well and gave very balanced handling."

"So in conclusion an excellent addition to the micro truck craze from Team XRAY. Engineering and fit is first class with performance to match."

Read the full article (PDF) | Visit the RC Car Racer Magazine website

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