Tekno RC NB48 2.2 1/8 Competition Off-Road Nitro Buggy Kit
About this part
High Performance 8th Scale NB48 2.2 Nitro Buggy Kit
The Tekno NB48 2.2 further builds on the NB48 2.1 chassis, delivering outstanding rough track handling, extreme durability, and ease of maintenance. The Tekno team aimed to provide a significant upgrade to the NB48 platform, incorporating unique features never seen before. Standard features of the NB48 2.2 include revised shock towers, updated pistons, Ackermann spindle plates, shorter rear universals, adjustable sway bar Bushings, showcasing the remarkable value offered by this buggy.
About the NB48 2.2
Suspension
The redesigned split shock towers allow for greater flex and an overall improved feel. Additionally, the updated shock pistons and guides enhance shock smoothness, providing a superior driving experience.
Driveshafts & Ackerman Plates
Redesigned Ackerman plates increase steering feel and enlarge the tuning window. With 3mm shorter rear drive shafts to accommodate the narrower rear end, this chassis is sure to impress and demand low lap times.
Revisions
The NB48 2.2 has revised components for enhanced performance and durability. The -2mm front and rear bulkheads, -2mm LRC/HRC rear hubs, and -2mm LRC spindles offer improved handling and stability. Additionally, the updated hinge pin sleeves ensure smoother operation and increased reliability on the track.
Features
- Redesigned Split Design 7075 CNC Machined Shock Towers
- Redesigned 93.5mm Rear Universal Driveshafts
- Redesigned Precision Molded Shock Pistons and Guides
- Redesigned Reduced Ackermann Spindle Plates
- Redesigned Adjustable Sway Bar Deadband Bushings
- Revised -2mm Front/Rear Bulkheads
- Revised -2mm LRC/HRC Rear Hubs
- Revised -2mm LRC Spindles
- Revised Shock Standoffs
- Revised Inner Hinge Pin Sleeves
Includes:
- (1) NB48 2.2 1/8th 4WD Competition Nitro Buggy Kit
- Manual
Needed to Complete
- .21 engine and pipe
- 2 or 3-channel radio/transmitter set with switch - FM/PCM/2.4GHz recommended
- 4.8-7.4v receiver battery
- Flat style NiMH, OR Flat style LiPo receiver battery
- Model car fuel (20-30% nitro recommended)
- Nitro starter accessories
- 1:8 scale buggy tires & wheels
- CA (cyanoacrylate) glue
- Polycarbonate-specific paint
- Thread-locking compound
- Steering servo
- Throttle servo
Specifications:
| Scale Size | 1:8 |
|---|---|
| Terrain | Off-Road |
| Body Style | Buggy |
| Drive | 4WD |
| Length | - |
| Width | - |
| Wheelbase | - |
| Weight | Varies |
| Power Source | Nitro |
| Assembly Level | Kit* |
*NOTE: RC Kits are an unassembled Remote Control Model that require assembly, racer selected electronics, and other racer provided items. Photos of assembled kit are for illustrative purposes only. For a complete list of needed items to drive this kit please see the list above.
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...Reviews5.0 · 5 reviews
So far so good. Kit completed in about 15 hours. Ride height is high on the front till those springs break in. There are various ways of doing this, compress them overnight, just run the buggy etc. some people complain of that..itl sit at about 27mm with fuel and battery having the spring adjusters all the way at 0 adjustment when brand new and stuff. Itl wear in. I didn't mind it myself. She's wearing in fine so far. Two track days in on it. Down to 25 which is about where I usually set my front. Sometimes a tick lower. Practiced at Tarcar with it today. All good. Steers better than my EB482.1 Handles the track and bumps just fine on box setup, I did go to 0 camber in the rear for better dig. -2 degree of toe does fine for me. Might bump it up to -2.5 when I become a better driver. Been into RC for over 2 decades. This is my first nitro buggy and I've wanted one for 24 years. It doesn't disappoint. I just started racing 3 months ago. Decided to go Tekno, couldn't find a nitro anywhere and grabbed one of the last EB482.1s I could find. Cannot go wrong with Tekno. They're built like tanks. I have not broken a single thing on either car and boys....I've crashed mega hard with both. Any other car would need rebuilt or a partial rebuild after 1 hard cartwheel or 1 slap of a steak that holds the conduit to the tracks. Not Teknos. Tighten the c hub screws here n there. Check your turnbuckles and balls for slop, swap bearings. Replenish fluids. That's it. These don't break parts like the other glass cars. And they handle well too. Real well. They handle better than I can drive by far. I'm getting better though. First race is this Sunday..I may skip it. Went to practice today and it's an Adam Drake event at Tarcar Toledo(my local track, I'm an hour away) it was mega busy. Fast guys,team drivers, and pros were there today. I ain't ready for the wolves yet lol. I'm actually getting rid of the losi stuff. Can't find parts like I need to. Phasing out my kyosho stuff. Phasing out most everything other than Traxxas, and Tekno. (I know I know, but Traxxas cars are fine for the kids and I can always get parts) Working on swapping to all Tekno. Gonna get MTs and SCTs for the kids I do believe. Again I'll say. You cannot go wrong with Tekno. Best chassis I've ever ran in 20 years hands down. No comparison on reliability or all around toughness.
Build was easy. Went together perfect. This is my 8th tekno build and was the easiest. The car is a lot lighter and has a lot of steering had to turn my steering down a lot and started to put together more consistent laps.
I really like this buggy. The box setup is super solid, it didn't take much for me to dial this in to the tracks near me. Build goes together very easily, tekno quality has been great and overall durability is strong.
Switched from mugen to Tekno now I’m winning my club races.
Build went together good. Buggy is a solid performer. Tekno makes some of the best rc vehicles in the industry.
All five reviews are 5/5 from verified owners of the Tekno RC NB48 2.2 1/8 Competition Off-Road Nitro Buggy Kit. Reviewers consistently describe the build as straightforward, with one reporting about 15 hours to complete and another calling it the easiest Tekno build they had done. Handling is described as solid on track and over bumps with the box setup, and one reviewer said it steers better than their previous model. One reviewer noted that the front ride height starts high until the springs wear in, and that some owners complain about this, with the spring adjusters at zero on a new car. Another reviewer reported switching from a Mugen buggy and winning club races. Durability is mentioned positively. The reviews are brief and few in number, and two are general praise without specific detail.
- + Easy, straightforward build
- + Solid handling with box setup
- + Steering performance
- + Durability
- − Front ride height high until springs wear in