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HPI Savage X

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The Savage X features a 4.07cc big block engine, 2-speed transmission, and 4 wheel drive. A chassis redesign provides a 5mm lower center of gravity than previous Savage designs and easy access to key components such as the gear box and differentials. Check out the specs and features on this Ready-to-Run nitro RC.

Savage X Dimensions:

  • Scale: 1:8
  • Length: 534 mm
  • Width: 427 mm
  • Height: 254 mm
  • Wheelbase: 336.5 mm
  • Tires: 159 x 85.5 mm
  • Suspension Travel: 152 mm

Savage X Engine Specs and Related Systems:

  • Type: F4.1 Big Block
  • Displacement: 4.07cc (.25ci)
  • Bore: 18.00 mm
  • Stroke: 16.00 mm
  • Max. Horse Power: 2.75
  • Sleeve/Piston: ABC
  • Carburetor: Slide, 7.5 mm Bore
  • Fuel Tank: 160 cc with rear fuel pickup and overflow channel
  • Air Filter: Dual Stage
  • Engine Mount: Cast Aluminum
  • Exhaust: Removable cone on tuned pipe

Savage X Transmission and Drivetrain:

  • Transmission: 2-Speed
  • Drivetrain: Full-Time Shaft-Driven 4WD
  • Clutch: 3-Shoe, dual slipper clutch with dual slipper plates and rubber pad
  • Brake: Adjustable Fiber Disk
  • Gear Differentials: 4-Bevel

Savage X Chassis and Suspension:

  • Chassis: 5 mm lower anodized aluminum X-Chassis
  • Suspension: Lightweight suspension arms with double wishbone wide track suspension
  • Shocks: 8 long stroke oil-filled shocks with 3 Shock mounting positions
  • Adjustable Turnbuckles

Savage X Body:

  • Body Style: GT-2 Monster Truck
  • Adjustable body post (for mounting other body shells)
  • Optional Nylon Roll Cage

Additional Savage X Features:

  • 17 mm metal alloy hex hubs on wheels along with extra set of 14 mm hex hubs
  • Roto Start 2 electric starting system with built-in circuit breaker (Nitro Starting Methods)
  • HPI radio set with interchangeable frequencies and TF-3 Super Narrowband AM Transmitter

Shop for Savage X and Savage X Components:

HPI strives to maintain compatibility of the Savage X with existing Savage aftermarket parts. Older Savage trucks can be upgraded with many of the parts found on the newer Savage X.

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