Team Associated Reveals New B6 and B6D 2WD Buggies [VIDEO]

The tease is over, Team Associated’s new B-cars are here! Remember when rear-to-mid-motor convertible cars were the hot setup, and then Associated bucked the trend by offering two dedicated buggies, each optimized for their configuration–rear motor B5, mid-motor B5M? Well, The Team is at it again, this time with two different B6 buggies, each optimized for conditions: high grip (B6), and low grip (as in dirt, hence “B6D”). There’s a fully gallery of photos below and Associated’s press release on the cars (click to enlarge), but the broad strokes are easy to spot. As the chassis overhead reveals, the B6 gets a new laydown transmission for a low CG, which pushes the battery location forward. Differentials are spec’d differently too, with an oil-filled diff for the B6 and ball diff for the B6D. The B6D also gets a narrower front shock tower and flat arms, while the B6 has wider shock spacing and gullwing arms. Both cars share the same milled aluminum chassis.

Get all the info below, plus a video about the development of the cars.

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From Team Associated:

Champions by design. 1:10 scale 2WD off road has been Team Associated’s signature class since the release of the RC10 in 1984. The Team Associated RC10 buggy series has won 12 of the 16 I.F.M.A.R. World Championships contested since the racing class began. In fact, every Team Associated 2WD buggy platform ever released has won at least one I.F.M.A.R. World Championship!

Divide and conquer! In today’s racing, traction dictates your setup — period! With both B6 and B6D configurations available, getting to the top of the podium has never been easier. Out of the box, the B6 offers racers a setup developed for high to very-high traction, whereas the B6D excels when traction is low to high. Racing at multiple tracks, or where traction changes throughout the day, has never been easier; setups and tuning parts are interchangeable between the two configurations, making the B6 platform extremely versatile. Both versions come with the speed, durability and lineage expected of a true champion. Choose the configuration that suits your track and conquer the competition!

RC10B6 and B6D Features:

• Hard anodized aluminum pocketed chassis included. Optional weights (not included) allow weight bias tuning.
• Reverse bell-crank steering rack design allows more room for electronics
• Centralized motor positioning for optimum side-to-side balance
• Repositioned A plate provides maximum front end clearance
• One-piece steering blocks with bolt on Ackermann plate
• Lightweight and durable aluminum C plate and aluminum ball stud mount
• Updated ball cups and turnbuckles for precise adjustments and durability
• Adjustable battery hold-down strap allows weight bias tuning
• Aluminum front axle and rear hexes for less rotating mass and long-lasting durability
• V2 12mm “Big Bore” threaded aluminum shocks with 3mm TiN coated shafts and low friction x-rings for improved smoothness
• Factory Team Aluminum Shock Bushings provide stable shock mounts
• Heavy-duty rear axle for added strength
• Factory Team upgraded ball bearings
• Team Associated clear body and screw-mounted wing by JConcepts(TM)

RC10B6 Special Features:

• Turf/Carpet/Clay configuration
• 3-gear laydown Stealth(TM) transmission: lower CG and reduced polar moment
• Gear diffential: more corner speed and forward acceleration
• Gull-wing front arms with wider shock tower: lower CG and increased on-power steering
• Ability to mount shocks on front or rear of rear arms

RC10B6D Special Features:

• Clay/Hard Dirt/Loose Dirt configuration
• Standup 3-gear Stealth(TM) transmission: more rearward weight for increased rear traction
• Ball differential: more rear traction and stability
• Flat front arms with narrower shock tower: more responsive steering and quicker release out of corner

RC10B6 and RC10B6D Team Kit Specifications:

Scale 1:10
Power Electric
Length varies*
Width varies*
Weight varies*
Wheelbase 280-282mm
Drive 2WD

*Final width, length and weight will vary based on electronics, tire configuration, wing position, and vehicle setup.

NOT included in kit: Reedy motor, battery, ESC, servo, XP receiver, wheels, tires, and pinion gear. Body comes clear. Assembly and painting required.

#90011 RC10B6 Team Kit
#90012 RC10B6D Team Kit
Available June 2016