Losi Mini-B 1/16 RTR Brushless 2WD Buggy (Blue) w/2.4GHz Radio, Battery & Charger
About this part
High Performance Ready to Run Micro Buggy
The Losi Mini-B 1/16 Electric Ready to Run Brushless 2WD Buggy is your perfect entry into RC racing. Equipped with an updated brushless power system and built on the foundation of race-proven TLR 22 engineering, this Mini-B combines impressive torque and acceleration with precise handling, controlled jumping, and exceptional cornering.
About the Mini-B
Suspension
The suspension for the Losi Mini-B was scaled down from the Losi 22 platform to give you extreme performance in a small package. Adjustable turnbuckles and threaded, oil-filled shocks allow you to fine tune the suspension to your driving surface. The front and rear shock towers feature optional mounting holes to further adjust suspension setup.
Chassis
The chassis is made from 1.5mm 6061-T6 aluminum to provide strength and durability around the track. The mid-moto configuration keeps the buggy well balanced on high-traction surfaces. The transmission features fill metal gears for durability and full ball bearings for efficiency.
Electronics
This buggy comes out of the box with a brushless 2-in-1 motor/esc power system. Using the included 2S LiPo battery this mini buggy boasts a top speed of 30mph. The included Spektrum SLT2 2.4GHz Transmitter and receiver allows you to fine tune endpoints and center your servo.
Features:
- Brushless powered
- Fully ready-to-run
- Track-ready with refined features
- Mid-motor chassis configuration
- Strong aluminum chassis
- Threaded oil-filled shocks
- Metal gear transmission
- Full ball bearings (less steering)
- Big Shot rear tires and Wide Body Rib front tires
- Includes Spektrum SX108 Metal Gear Servo
Includes:
- (1) 1/16 Losi Mini-B 2WD Brushless Racing Buggy RTR
- (1) Spektrum SLT2 2.4GHz Transmitter
- (1) Spektrum SR315 2.4GHz Dual Protocol Receiver
- (1) Spektrum SX108 Steering Servo
- (1) Spektrum FIRMA 6000Kv Brushless Motor & ESC 2-in-1 Combo
- (1) Spektrum Smart G2 2S LiPo Battery
- (1) Spektrum Smart G2 2S LiPo USB-C Battery Charger
- (4) AA Transmitter Batteries
- (1) Mini-B 2WD Brushless Product Manual
Needed To Complete:
- USB Power Adapter with QC 2.0/3.0 18W+
Specifications:
| Scale | 1:16 |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Power Source | 2S LiPo |
| Length | 10.71in (272mm) |
| Wheelbase | 7.52in (191mm) |
| Width | 7.01in (178mm) |
| Height | - |
| Weight | - |
| Motor: | Brushless - Sensorless |
| ESC | Brushless - Sensorless |
| Connector | IC2 |
| Servo | Spektrum SX108 |
| Front | 37.70mm |
| Rear | 34.50mm |
| Hex | 7mm |
| Front | Wide Body Rib |
| Rear | Big Shot |
| Assembly Level | RTR |
*Tech Note: Ready-to-Run models come equipped with all electronics and include the transmitter needed for use. Please check the "Needed To Complete" above to make sure you have everything you need to get out and enjoy your RC model.
Manuals:
User Manual
CA Residents Prop 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Details...Reviews3.8 · 11 reviews
Let me start by saying that this is definitely a well built and designed kit. It comes with everything you need to get going right out of the box (including the AA batteries for the transmitter). It absolutely rips at 100% throttle but I usually keep mine between the 50% and 75% max throttle to make it more manageable around my local small and twisty indoor carpet track. Now, as much as I love this little car, I do have some major gripes with the electronics. They work absolutely fine so it's not a functionality issue, I'm less than pleased with the proprietary IC2 battery connector on the Spektrum motor. Its a sensored motor so it does not require a separate esc to save space which makes sense. But why they would use the IC2 Spektrum system is beyond me. This essentially locks you into their proprietary charger and battery system (much like Apple products). The charger that comes with the kit is an absolute joke, so as any normal person would do, they would try and hook their new battery up to their 200 dollar Protek charger that they've been using for everything else. Oh wait, your expensive charger won't charge IC2 batteries because of the proprietary design and functionality. So now you do a little google search and find a Spektrum G2 smart battery charger for 60 bucks, but wait, it only has connections for IC3 and IC5 battery connectors. So now you look up an adapter to go from IC3 device to IC2 battery and you find it, but for another 8 bucks. So now you're into this 250 dollar car for another 68 dollars (without tax) bringing up the grand total to 318 USD (again, without tax, so most likely more). For that price, you could have gotten the roller kit and built it up with some great electronics with normal battery connectors and balance leads. Anyways, I'm now waiting for the smallest hint of an issue with the electronics so I have an excuse to gut it and give it the equipment this kit deserves. Don't be like me, just get the roller if you want a brushless mini B. Thank you for listening to my Ted talk.
Great little RC has a lot of power can use inside with a good amount of room and a lot of upgrades for this model too would Highly recommended this RC
I haven't been to the racetrack yet. Been racing since the 80s. This is the best equipped RTR I've seen so far. Excellent way to get into the hobby. It is definitely not a toy. Some tracks require foam tires, otherwise you're ready to race. I got a Mylaps 4 PRO scoring transponder fit perfect. They are smaller than others. This is the class the nearest track is promoting right now. Been a while but I'm confident taking this to the track.
So good! Very stable and a lot of fun, even on the track meant for 1/10th stuff. Very impressive. Not a big fan of the stock battery. Doesn't fit any of my good chargers due to the SMART system. Swapped connectors on the ESC and bought and aftermarket battery. Plan for this, unless you've bought into the SMART stuff.
battery will not charge or car won’t turn back on not very happy with it
Reviewers broadly praise the Mini-B's build quality, out-of-box completeness, speed and fun on indoor and carpet tracks, with several calling it good value for beginners and racers. Several note it is not a toy and that upgrades such as aluminum steering parts are worth considering. Criticism centres on the proprietary SMART battery and IC2 connector, which does not fit common chargers and led to an aftermarket battery swap. One reviewer reported the battery failing to charge or the car not powering on. Another found the rear-wheel-drive setup struggled on loose outdoor dirt, and one reviewer's comments concern delivery rather than the product. Reviews reference the Blue variant.
- + Well built and complete out of the box
- + Fast and fun on indoor and carpet tracks
- + Good value for beginners and racers
- + Upgrade options available
- − Proprietary SMART battery and IC2 connector
- − Stock battery does not fit common chargers
- − Battery or power failure reported by one owner
- − Gets stuck on loose outdoor dirt