Team Losi MICRO-T! 1/36 scale!

[PeterV]

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Latest from www.teamlosi.com, as spotted at www.horizonhobby.com. This thing looks awesome!

1/36 Micro-T Stadium Truck RTR

Key Features

Fully independent suspension with friction dampers
Differential-equipped transmission
Powerful, pre-installed micro motor
Included Ni-MH battery pack with portable alkaline automatic peak charger
Team Losi 27MHz radio system
Electronic Speed Control with Reverse
High-traction rubber tires on pre-mounted on durable nylon wheels
Includes 8 AA heavy-duty batteries for transmitter
Includes 8 AA alkaline batteries for charger

Overview

Team Losi is out to take RC to every level with the Micro-T. The Micro-T is the smallest RTR that Team Losi has ever offered, coming in at just under 5 inches long. But just because it’s small doesn’t mean it skimps on performance. Packed with a Ni-MH battery pack, independent suspension, differential equipped transmission, automatic peak charger and 27MHz Team Losi radio system, the Micro-T has the speed and handling to tackle everything from the tabletop to the tile. Take it with you anywhere you go and satisfy your need for speed with the Micro-T.

Specs

Type: 2WD Stadium Truck RTR
Scale: 1/36
Length: 4.5 in (114mm)
Width: 3.5 in (89mm)
Wheelbase: 3 in (76mm)
Weight: 3.4 oz (96g)
Chassis: Composite tub
Suspension: Independent
Drive Train: 3-gear transmission w/gear diff and slipper
Tire Type: rubber multi-pin rear/ribbed front
Motor or Engine: Micro Electric
Speed Control: Electronic Forward/Reverse
Radio: 27MHZ AM Pistol
Servos: Sub-micro
Batteries: 4.8v, 150MAH NiMH (included)
Charger: Peak (included)
Wheel Size: 0.75 in (19mm) diameter
Kit/RTR: RTR
Shock Type: Coil-Over Friction Dampers
Body: Factory-decorated Stadium Truck
Ball Bearings: BB-Equipped Transmission

Needed to Complete

Nothing.....everything's included!

[SS Pede]

Woah, pretty cool! I wonder what the price will be?

[PeterV]

Whoa! I just found out there's gonna be a Micro-micro T! Check it out!

http://209.2.68.15:8011/pics/micromicrot.jpg

[GT Freak]

whats next?? this is getting rediculus. and just when i was thinking about a mini car of some sort, THIS thing crawls outta the corner :cool:

[Dan H]

Pretty sweet. $80 for it is not too bad if its gonna be decently quick.

[TC4RACER]

OMG LOL. I never ever in my life would ever had seen that coming. Any chassis shots? I want to see how small everything is inside.

[Adanmtxt1]

I would like to see a few chassis shots as well. I can't imagine the packaging?! This is funny, RC is getting smaller and smaller, just as cell phones. Very neat, but I don't suppose there is any word on pricing, is there?

[MrCrash]

I wanna get one, and stuff a mamba max system in it :D

[Redbullrider111]

with all the nano technology comming up soon there probably will be rc cars the size of a dot... i wouldnt be suprised if they make one and call it the ant.

[Dan H]

I would like to see a few chassis shots as well. I can't imagine the packaging?! This is funny, RC is getting smaller and smaller, just as cell phones. Very neat, but I don't suppose there is any word on pricing, is there?

Read 2 posts up. :D

Horizon Hobby listed it at $80 and a November release.

[CTRallyRacer]

That is soooo wicked! I definitely want to get 2 for my son and myself. We were going to buy XMods or something similar to race in the house... since 1/18th is too fast and large for that purpose... this is the key to some killer at home racing... in the family room, den, you name it!

[venom813]

The motor looks like the same one in Mini-Zs.

[4DMNYC]

I can't imagine working on this thing. I can barley wrap my fingers around the small screws and other small parts from my other mini's. But definitly cool! You can set up a track right on your coffee table. Watch nascar and race micro T's at the same time.;) This is the one time your girlfreind can say "oh how cute" about your rc car. :rolleyes:

[Prelude14WRX]

1/18 scale is way big for indoor play, but this looks perfect! Can't wait to see it in person at the Chicago iHobby show.

[ElectricThunder]

THIS is just friggin' cool. I was contemplating an 1/18 or 1/16 vehicle, but figured they're "too small" to run outside where I live, but too large to run indoors. This is like, a perfect medium!

My cats are SCREWED....:D

[Jayboy]

looks pretty good...
but it costs a bit too much for something THAT small!

Do you think they will release hop-ups?

[Breakin2]

It's kind of odd that it's an off-road car and I really can't see it handling any sort of outside terrain.

[Dan H]

I'm fine setting up ramps on the carpet inside my liviing room with some old cardboard from cereal boxes. :D

[RespirologyRC]

I'm going to put a Novarossi Eb .28 XR in mine!!! :) Do you guys think i may need to do some suspension work on it? Maybe some T-Maxx shots? JK
That thing is cool

[balang_479]

Amazing but i think its too small, 1/18 is just fine for indoor use as well as outdoor racing its perfect...

[Neon_Dave]

Pretty neat - I never saw this coming either.

As for ElectricThunder, your cats are gonna PWN it :D

Would be a lot of fun. I wonder if the receiver is seperate? Does it use plugs like those on full-size electronics (I'm getting ideas.... :rolleyes: )

Sure sticks it to the ZipZaps though :D

[ElectricThunder]

As for ElectricThunder, your cats are gonna PWN it :D
Nah....they're too damned lazy to move...:D Can you say furry ramp? :wow:

[t9dragon]

Can't wait to drive one..........................

[MaxxThrasher]

Hey, it's not April 1st! What's with the joke. :huh:

[z-man280]

wow, its no joke....

http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=LOSB0230

[ChuckDeez]

I want one. I would have to sell one of my xmods to get one.

[Supertruck]

They just keep getting smaller and smaller.

[MaxxThrasher]

Nah, I still say your kidding me. It's a conspiracy! They're in it together to fool the masses! :eek:

[Supertruck]

Whoa! I just found out there's gonna be a Micro-micro T! Check it out!

http://209.2.68.15:8011/pics/micromicrot.jpg


LMAO :D :D :D :D

[t9dragon]

Here is the one from Losi

http://www.teamlosi.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=LOSB0230

[HaCo]

This will be my christmas present... :D Don't want the Tx though!

[RSD]

looks like it would make a cool gift

[fantomas]

LOL...I love it!

This will be great for my kids and I this winter...

[GT Freak]

wonder if the "dirty danglers" will fit? lolol

[fastharry]

I'll wait to see if it blows diff gears....

[Akura2]

I thought this was a joke... the pics looked photoshopped and I didn't see any "non-photo studio" shots of the Mini-T and the micro together.... but then again, it's not 4/1...an dit's actually listed for upcomng release on HH's website

[Tig]

Thats too cool. I may have to pick one of those bad boys up :)
It would be nice to see some pics with the body off.

[Mini-TBasher55]

^^Same^^

This thing is awesome. Great thing to go with my T and perfect size for it to have tons of space for in house running :cool:

[Brian23]

jsut need to throw in a 1s lippo

[MikeBusch2]

no body off pics?

[TMXONR]

This is funny, RC is getting smaller and smaller, just as cell phones.

HaHa that reminded me from a line in Lethal Webon 4. Butters says "why do they make them so small.....so you can lose them....then you have to buy another phone."

[Secretsg]

This will be mine :eek:

Edit: Just imagine the possiblities if I can stick Tamiya mini 4wd shells on that! Countless possiblities!!!!

[montrealer]

Next is the nano-t

Mom, please let me know before you use the vacuum in my room .... :D

[Tamiya4ever]

HELP!!!!!!!!!! :eek: :eek:

[^j!nx^]

I love it!

[trd]

i'm guessing parts from the mini-t such as the oil shocks won't fit? can anyone confirm this? I wanna get one and stick a mamba in it.

[SS Pede]

I think its waaaaayyyyy too small for 1/18 scale stuff. Brushless would be cool though. First person to put together a 60 mph brushless Lipo micro-T wins a prize!!!

[Neon_Dave]

A shock from the Mini-T will be half the size of this whole truck!

I think a more practical super upgrade for this is a 180-sized BL motor of some sort...

^^^ It's going to be more the 60 mph brushless rolling break-in-half-er:D

[CarbonMadness]

I need one one for in the house for when I'm not racing 10th scale. :wow:

[zeek_RC]

How do we know that the guy hold the Micro-T just doesn't have really REALLY big hands?

But that is way cool man! I wonder if my lhs will start to have Micro races on like 10x10 tracks?
Imo, Its probably pointless putting a brushless in the Micro-T.

[trd]

A shock from the Mini-T will be half the size of this whole truck!

I think a more practical super upgrade for this is a 180-sized BL motor of some sort...

^^^ It's going to be more the 60 mph brushless rolling break-in-half-er:D


like a mamba? :D

I think its waaaaayyyyy too small for 1/18 scale stuff. Brushless would be cool though. First person to put together a 60 mph brushless Lipo micro-T wins a prize!!!

are you providing the prize! :p

[TunaCan Charlie]

OMG...does that really say it has a slipper clutch? Does that mean you have to adjust so it doesn't wheelie out of control when it comes blistering off the line? The dumb Mini-T doesn't come with a slipper!!! :huh:

[CarbonMadness]

OMG...does that really say it has a slipper clutch? Does that mean you have to adjust so it doesn't wheelie out of control when it comes blistering off the line? The dumb Mini-T doesn't come with a slipper!!! :huh:
What!!!!!!? :huh: The mini-t doesn't have a slipper but the micro-t does. :eek: :huh: :eek:

[^j!nx^]

this motor should fit :)

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXLWW3&P=7

[TunaCan Charlie]

Jeez...the Losi website on this thing has a gallery of 34 pics, each and every one with the body firmly in place. Is there a cockroach on a mini treadmill under there? :confused:

[zeek_RC]

What!!!!!!? :huh: The mini-t doesn't have a slipper but the micro-t does. :eek: :huh: :eek:

the Mini-T does have a slipper

[TunaCan Charlie]

the Mini-T does have a slipper

Then someone slid their thin fingers through the sealed flaps of my new Mini and stole it without breaking the tape. Amazing! :wow:


Yes, the Mini-T does have a slipper, but you have to buy it seperately. It doesn't come stock with one.

[The_Mini_Me]

Yes, it comes with a slipper (Mini-T). It doesnt come with a dual disk slipper. Heh, I think I found the vehicle to run on my friends RCP track? :D

[MrCrash]

I have to disagree. The Mini-T does indeed have one. The mounting system for the spur is the slipper. If you loosen or tighten that nut, it adjusts the slipper action. If you were missing the slipper, you would have no spur gear, either. ;)

[zeek_RC]

You dont have to buy it seperatly. if you look under the drive train on the Losi website the Mini-t comes with a slipper (http://www.teamlosi.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=LOSB0200)

[TunaCan Charlie]

I have to disagree. The Mini-T does indeed have one. The mounting system for the spur is the slipper. If you loosen or tighten that nut, it adjusts the slipper action. If you were missing the slipper, you would have no spur gear, either. ;)

I guess you could get the same effect by removing the pins from your rear axles, add washers, and adjust your nuts for slippage...uggh!

I've recently had that whole system apart. I can't imagine that working well.

[slink]

I have the feeling a PCB is under that body.

[MrCrash]

It works well enough for what it was originally designed for. If you work with it, it can be made to act like any other slipper. I can adjust mine for anything from massive slip to instant wheelies, and everything in between.

[Neon_Dave]

I think I may actually pick one of these up. It's definitely worth what they're asking for it. Plus with micro motors, this will be insane fun :D

Now this is a well designed and neat product. Me likey:)

[TunaCan Charlie]

It works well enough for what it was originally designed for. If you work with it, it can be made to act like any other slipper. I can adjust mine for anything from massive slip to instant wheelies, and everything in between.

OK

















Can we still be friends...? :D

[MrCrash]

Sure :wave: :driving:

[The_Mini_Me]

I have the feeling a PCB is under that body.
I wouldnt be surprised at this scale. Still, should allow some tweakage.. maybe adding your own fets.. I want to run lipo 7.4 volts!

[Neon_Dave]

I wonder what companies are gonna make any upgrades for this little thing - other bodies, parts, drivetrains, etc?

Losi maybe? They will definitely have replacement parts - the micro sized motor is just an inscentive for stripped diffs....:D

[bullett1818]

HEY! This gives me a good reason to put a sand box in the living room!! Deffinatly an indoor off road dirt track! OR................. Maybe I can just use the Cat's litter box!!!

-Bob-

[TunaCan Charlie]

HEY! This gives me a good reason to put a sand box in the living room!! Deffinatly an indoor off road dirt track! OR................. Maybe I can just use the Cat's litter box!!!

-Bob-


EEEEEEWWWWWW!!!!

Nice moguls!!!

[bullett1818]

Just wait until Pro-Line releases a body for it! Then we will see how skilled some people really are! I really want one!

-Bob-

[SS Pede]

are you providing the prize!
Notice how I didn't mention who would provide it!!! ;)

Imo, Its probably pointless putting a brushless in the Micro-T.
Impossible. Brushless is never pointless! Wonder if my SS5800 would fit. :D


This is what happens when you stay up to late doing vector mechanics... :huh:

[Akura2]

A shock from the Mini-T will be half the size of this whole truck!

I think a more practical super upgrade for this is a 180-sized BL motor of some sort...

^^^ It's going to be more the 60 mph brushless rolling break-in-half-er:D

a 12mm Feigao brushless IPD motor should work wonders

5800KV for $39.99
http://www.hobbyhorse.com/feigao_motors.shtml

http://www.hobbyhorse.com/images/feigao_b.jpg

[Natedog]

I have the feeling a PCB is under that body.

Yeah, prolly...hopefully it works well. Looks cool and perfect indoor size...sposed to be out in November and sell for about $80!!!

BUt, I'm not buying one until I see that the diffs are more durable than the MLST that they released last year about this time...and still don't have good diffs out for yet!!!

[fastharry]

Yeah, prolly...hopefully it works well. Looks cool and perfect indoor size...sposed to be out in November and sell for about $80!!!

BUt, I'm not buying one until I see that the diffs are more durable than the MLST that they released last year about this time...and still don't have good diffs out for yet!!!



I agree....my LHS is always getting back the lst's,lst2's,and mlsts for so many issues,its pathetic.....does anyone even drive this stuff at losi before they ship?...

[choops]

Spy Shot!!!!!!
Fuel bottle for the 4wd nitro micro LST :D

http://ravensloft.easystorecreator.com/images/images_4168//4Stephanie/IPeyedropper.gif

I hope these will be at the chicago hobby show next week.
Steve

[jocktheglide165]

how the heck did they do that??? wow....

[ncrego]

Notice the lack of body pins in any of the pictures. Makes you wonder what the body is made of and how it attaches. It certainly says that they don't expect you to be pulling the body off with any kind of frequency, unless they have a mini-z type of retention mechanism.

[estman]

when does small get to small guys really i mean come on ive played with hot wheels cars that are bigger than this mini-t's are almost too small for outside use how u gonna play with this on anykind of off road terrain?

[Natedog]

Spy Shot!!!!!!
Fuel bottle for the 4wd nitro micro LST :D

http://ravensloft.easystorecreator.com/images/images_4168//4Stephanie/IPeyedropper.gif

I hope these will be at the chicago hobby show next week.
Steve

hahahaha...lol!

[Secretsg]

when does small get to small guys really i mean come on ive played with hot wheels cars that are bigger than this mini-t's are almost too small for outside use how u gonna play with this on anykind of off road terrain?

This is meant for the indoors. Or a groomed mini track designed for 1/18th.

[choops]

Includes 8 AA alkaline batteries for charger

Is this a quick charger which clicks onto the chasis or something?
I wonder how much run time you will get out of a charge?

Steve

[t9dragon]

Just wait until Pro-Line releases a body for it! Then we will see how skilled some people really are! I really want one!

-Bob-

When they do release a body, I hope they include over spary film for my hand.
:D :D :D :D :D

Wow I finally made it to my 1,000 post................. :wave:

[z-man280]

i remember quite a few years ago, back when traxxas raced 1/10 truck with the srt,...Losi,...possibly Gil jr. himslef, swore that they would never "cheapen" themselves to sell rtr's. Now, as the same with many others, everything is RTR, and shrinking!

Whats next???? the Associated 1/128 scale Ameoba?????

comes with magnifying glass for racing...... :D


still, i think one on a little track in the living room would be a hoot.

[t9dragon]

Here are some more pics.

http://img.clubphoto.com/jerboa/176905290/450/null/image.jpg

http://img.clubphoto.com/jerboa/176905303/450/null/image.jpg

http://img.clubphoto.com/jerboa/176905293/450/null/image.jpg

[GT Freak]

bodys held on by the wonderful stuff called velcro ( probably)

[ElectricThunder]

Here are some more pics.

http://img.clubphoto.com/jerboa/176905290/450/null/image.jpg

http://img.clubphoto.com/jerboa/176905303/450/null/image.jpg

http://img.clubphoto.com/jerboa/176905293/450/null/image.jpg
Definitely looks like it's a 130 size motor.

[Neon_Dave]

So a 180 BL is in reach then? ;)

This is ultimate fun for the indoors... but I question the ability to put more powerful motors, etc with the stock electronics. But just think about it... you've got at least 2 inches of space in there to put electronics - you can probably quite easily fit standard micro 1/18th electronics :D

Regardless, I will still be picking one up :D

[thedoc329]

im sure the newer spectrum mini reciever would fit in there no problem, it may be tiny, but for basements and boredom these are gonna sell like hot cakes!!

[edsmugen]

i really think this migth be the smallest you can go it would be so stupid to go any smaller!!!!!!!!! i mean if it goes fast and hits a wall or a chair your looking at buying a complete front end! youl probly end up dropping or loose it!

[Neon_Dave]

I don't think it will break easily. Just think about the mass of this little thing. You need some weight to break anything, which something of this size doesn't have much of - which is another limiting factor for you speed freaks :D

It really does look like loads of fun for indoors :)

[The_Mini_Me]

I hope it has a 3 wire servo. I could fit my ipd micro esc, and with a gws micro receiver, could run it on my own FM transmitter.

Hope its easy to mod for a 180 size motor. With the above, I could run a Orion Coreless and 7.4 volts easily. Well I hope Losi and the Asian manufacturer that makes these RTR have thought ahead about the power people will want to put in these and the drivetrain will hold up to the potential I can see us trying right away...

EDIT: And under the hood shots or a exploded view would help deciding.

[ElectricThunder]

I think that the xmod guys who use external FET boards, tuned plasma dash motors, and all that crazy stuff are going to do something to this thing (especially if it has an integrated Rx/ESC like Xmods)... :eek:

Imagine a plasma dash in one of these things... 24k RPM at 2.4 volts I think (4.8v battery in the micro-T)....YIKES! We're talkin' 48k RPM unloaded.... Not too shabby.

[GT Freak]

these look like winter fun for most people...me included

[Neon_Dave]

So who's gonna be the first to make an aftermarket preformance chassis for this little thing? :)

[tmacfan4321]

im definitely buying one of these after i get a ps3. Can you say $600 ramp?

[Slammed94]

Its only 20 bucks less than the 1/18th Mini-T, so whats the point?

[Mini-T Master]

does anyone have a body off shot yet?
that would be nice.
even losi doesent show them yet.

[losifreak2004]

Slammed94 - What's the point of any toy? To have fun with.

I think it looks like a blast.

[bullett1818]

Its only 20 bucks less than the 1/18th Mini-T, so whats the point?

The point would be as stated in other previous post's.. The Mini T is just a little too large to run in most living rooms , rec rooms , or basements. I thought about an Xmod for myself but I am more into the stadium truck and off road stuff. This thing is perfect.
-Bob-

BTW I was wondering what the orange discs are that they are using in the pic's? Looks like they would be good for setting up a track. Also I noticed that the jumps have Losi printed on them It would be kinda neat if those were part of the packaging or something like that.
-Bob-

[ElectricThunder]

Its only 20 bucks less than the 1/18th Mini-T, so whats the point?
The mini-t made its debut at around 150ish I think if I remember right. The price has fallen dramatically though. I won't be surprised if that happens to this little booger.:D

[Mini-T Master]

BTW I was wondering what the orange discs are that they are using in the pic's? Looks like they would be good for setting up a track. Also I noticed that the jumps have Losi printed on them It would be kinda neat if those were part of the packaging or something like that.
-Bob-
those jumps are includes with the Mini-t and are just cardboard, and too small to do much for the mini-t, but for the micro-t they should work fine. :)

[suckfish]

boy I cant wait for christmas to set a track around under and over... These really should be some fun put me down for 4.. Merry XMas

[Natedog]

Is this a quick charger which clicks onto the chasis or something?
I wonder how much run time you will get out of a charge?

Steve

Sounds like it...have to use one o my good peak chargers on it! Yeah, runtime...wonder how much...those little click on with dry cell batteries in the charger don't usually last long on a charge.

I hope it has a 3 wire servo. I could fit my ipd micro esc, and with a gws micro receiver, could run it on my own FM transmitter.

Hope its easy to mod for a 180 size motor. With the above, I could run a Orion Coreless and 7.4 volts easily. Well I hope Losi and the Asian manufacturer that makes these RTR have thought ahead about the power people will want to put in these and the drivetrain will hold up to the potential I can see us trying right away...

EDIT: And under the hood shots or a exploded view would help deciding.

YES!!! Hope it can handle the power and that it's easily upgradeable.

The point would be as stated in other previous post's.. The Mini T is just a little too large to run in most living rooms , rec rooms , or basements. I thought about an Xmod for myself but I am more into the stadium truck and off road stuff. This thing is perfect.
-Bob-

Those ramps look like Mini-T ramps...come in a two pack or something like that...cardboard fold up pieces...

[HYPA]

This thing is ridiculous. No way I will buy one.

[SS Pede]

Me want body-off shots!!

[Natedog]

Me want body-off shots!!

Yeah babay!

[icenutz]

BTW I was wondering what the orange discs are that they are using in the pic's? Looks like they would be good for setting up a track. Also I noticed that the jumps have Losi printed on them It would be kinda neat if those were part of the packaging or something like that.
-Bob-

Here are the dots, you can get them through Horizon:

Orange Dots (http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=LOSB1013)

iCeNuTz

[Natedog]

Here are the dots, you can get them through Horizon:

Orange Dots (http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=LOSB1013)

iCeNuTz

Who's agitating my dots? Are you agitating my dots??? LOL Thanks for the link.

[Demon-TC3]

OK if its NOT a PCB under the hood and the drivetrain is good enough to handle some bashing...and the thing lasts for about 5 mins a charge...and if the whole thing doesnt break like a twig...THEN SIGN ME THE HELL UP!
It does look like a seriously cool little thing and to be fair i think you probably could run it in MOST places...i say most cos can you imagine the acceleration of this thing.....ZOOOOOOOM

[Natedog]

Needs a regular pickup bodies too...I hate the racer look fast back style of body!

[ElectricThunder]

http://www.feigao.com/sdp/85838/4/pd-102732/1336473-51426.html

That with a little mamba ESC should fit in this thing.....:D:D:D

[Neon_Dave]

^^^ Make sure you stock up on diffs.... :D

I might try to put something like the 180 stock from the Micro RS4 (which I think should be plenty) into it by making a new motor plate or something, but I don't think anything more than that is practical.... But the speed bug might bite again...:D

[Rich Trujillo]

When I did the artwork for the window stickers, I kept the clear body and painted "my colors" on it. This car is a non running prototype and I blacked out the windows to keep from any confusion. I can't give out anymore details than what we posted, but here is a picture of the Micro T next to a Hot Wheels Vehicle...this should give you a better perspective of it's size. This thing zips around pretty good.
Richard Trujillo
Team Losi
http://members.aol.com/catmugen/microt-rt.jpg

[trd]

hey rich how will the transmission hold up? will it break like the mlst? I did have both updated diff from losi and it never worked it ALWAYS stripped.

[chukb]

When I did the artwork for the window stickers, I kept the clear body and painted "my colors" on it. This car is a non running prototype and I blacked out the windows to keep from any confusion. I can't give out anymore details than what we posted, but here is a picture of the Micro T next to a Hot Wheels Vehicle...this should give you a better perspective of it's size. This thing zips around pretty good.
Richard Trujillo
Team Losi
http://members.aol.com/catmugen/microt-rt.jpg
Thanks Rich, what kind of run time and recharge times do you estimate?

[-inverted-]

After owning a mini lst for almost a year now and still waiting for Losi to fix that trucks problems I just dont think I can buy another losi, ive lost all trust in that company.

[Nitro 4 me]

so who makes this truck? is it a rebranned vehicle from someone else?

[Slammed94]

Its made by Losi, I guess, but its not like a MF2 truck, its more like sourced overseas and made to their spec.

[Neon_Dave]

Lookin' Good Rich - I can't wait until some body-off shots are released! :D

BTW, if you don't mind me asking, how is the body attached to the chassis?

Thanks
-Dave:)

[Kden46]

hey rich how will the transmission hold up? will it break like the mlst? I did have both updated diff from losi and it never worked it ALWAYS stripped.

hey t this is a different type of transmission, it does not have a ring and pinion gear setup.

i have no knowledge of the strength of the trans in the Micro-T but would hope that it will at least hold up to what it is intended for? And a little more! ;)

i can say that this has caught my eye more than the mini-t did!

[QUAKE&SHAKE]

hey rich how will the transmission hold up? will it break like the mlst? I did have both updated diff from losi and it never worked it ALWAYS stripped.

This is the reason I will not buy this for my son. He really likes it but too bad. Losi lost me as a customer cause of their lack of getting a fix for the MLST gears.
So my son says "We dont buy Losi cause its junk (meaning his MLST),right Dad"

me "Right that is son"

Now you just lost another future customer.

To those thinking of getting this micro just look how Losi took care (or lack there of) of the minilst owners.
Might they do the same to you.

[Natedog]

This is the reason I will not buy this for my son. He really likes it but too bad. Losi lost me as a customer cause of their lack of getting a fix for the MLST gears.
So my son says "We dont buy Losi cause its junk (meaning his MLST),right Dad"

me "Right that is son"

Now you just lost another future customer.

To those thinking of getting this micro just look how Losi took care (or lack there of) of the minilst owners.
Might they do the same to you.

Yes, I fully agree Losi still has not fixed the MLST drivetrain, which Rich promoted all over the internet so heavily as the next best thing since sliced bread. :mad: This is lookin real familiar...Rich is pumping it up already...

When you call Losi about the MLST problems, Bill complains about 'the internet' and RC websites and sends out more gears and wheels that break...real helpful. The reason we call is to get Losi to FIX THE PROBLEM, which still hasn't happened...they act as if they've never heard of these problems.

Almost forgot the steering servos that die in a couple months or less...the battery plug that melts together, and the receiver that glitches easily. They also promoted it as having an optional center diff spool kit with metal pinion gears for the diffs...that has apparently been cancelled by Losi since the diffs won't even hold up to stock motors and a center balldiff.

[chukb]

maybe HPI will make one. they have THEE best customer service in the business.

[jchung]

This is the reason I will not buy this for my son. He really likes it but too bad. Losi lost me as a customer cause of their lack of getting a fix for the MLST gears.
So my son says "We dont buy Losi cause its junk (meaning his MLST),right Dad"

me "Right that is son"

Now you just lost another future customer.

To those thinking of getting this micro just look how Losi took care (or lack there of) of the minilst owners.
Might they do the same to you.

Took the words right out of my mouth.

Although this look very interesting, I am going to have to wait and see. The support on the MLST was a joke. I was very excited when the MLST was released that I was one of the first to get it in my area. But due to the lack of support, I have only ran the truck twice and it's collecting dust on the shelf now. :rolleyes:

[Neon_Dave]

Yep. My deciding factor is body-off shots and more info on the diffs.....

I will wait some to find out more about it before I even think about pre-ordering or anything.

[ElectricThunder]

^^^ Make sure you stock up on diffs.... :D

I might try to put something like the 180 stock from the Micro RS4 (which I think should be plenty) into it by making a new motor plate or something, but I don't think anything more than that is practical.... But the speed bug might bite again...:D
Will do!:D I have the utmost confidence in myself that I WILL break stuff. WEEEEE!:D

The main reason I'd stick a brushless in there is just for lack of maintenance really...although the sickening power is a plus... :D

[Demon-TC3]

i thaught losis had an issue with weak drive components...surely a brushless isnt going to help that?

[Natedog]

HH has body off pics now! Go here and view the the gallery of it:

http://www.teamlosi.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=LOSB0230

Gaaaahhhhh, :huh: five-wire plug going to what looks like the steering servo!!! Not good, needs to have a standard three-wire setup!

[diggy]

If you go to horizon hobby and check out the gallery there they have off body shots

http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=LOSB0230

Just thought you'd like to know, it looks pretty good considering its size. I'll definitely get one for the dorm

But apparently I was beaten to the punch...still cool.

[ElectricThunder]

i thaught losis had an issue with weak drive components...surely a brushless isnt going to help that?
No, it won't help it at all, but it'll make a cool sound when it strips out....:D:D:D

Dang it... 5 wire servo!!! There goes shoving in a micro Rx and mamba 25... at least for now. FOILED! :eek:

[The_Mini_Me]

I keep hoping thats not for the servo, as per the built instead charge plug function. Maybe that pcb underneath is sorta a daughter one which is split for the charger plug, on off, and the servo. I cant see why you would need a 5 wire for just a servo alone. I mean I would assume Losi and the overseas manufacturer would have learned from the mistakes and complaints of it original bigger brethern. Even iwavers have 3 wire servo, and new minizs coming out soon will have 3.

If this platform is so integrated, I have my doubts on the drivetrain as have been tested with stronger equipment. Can someone inform us what the stock esc can handle voltage and motor wise?

(And yes, there are micro servos that small on the market.)

Also. you guys need to stop with the mamba comments. Its way too big. Most mini receivers are also.
This will make it easier to understand.GWS (http://item.express.ebay.com/Toys-Hobbies_Hobbies_Radio-Control-Parts-Accessories_GWS-R4P-II-PICO-Micro-Receiver-Futaba-JR-75MHz-CRYSTAL_W0QQitemZ6001745874QQihZ009QQptdnZRadioQ20 ControlQ20PartsQ20Q26Q20AccessoriesQQddnZToysQ20Q2 6Q20HobbiesQQadnZHobbiesQQcmdZExpressItem) is the only one I can think off that would fit. ESC, you would have to look for a small heli type. I have a ipd r-18 in example.
http://www.one18th.com/news/data/upimages/thumbs/R-18_vs_Race-20.jpg.
http://tomsdigitalcentral.com/i/trc/sbc/images/gws/rx/r4p2-01.jpg

[birdy233]

Also, you guys need to stop with the mamba comments. Its way too big. Most mini receivers are also.


Amen to that!

Maybe a small block, no big block chevy, no maybe a rocket....

[chase]

looks pretty good...
but it costs a bit too much for something THAT small!

Do you think they will release hop-ups?




CAN YOU SAY 'MAMBA 8000'

[ElectricThunder]

I keep hoping thats not for the servo, as per the built instead charge plug function. Maybe that pcb underneath is sorta a daughter one which is split for the charger plug, on off, and the servo. I cant see why you would need a 5 wire for just a servo alone. I mean I would assume Losi and the overseas manufacturer would have learned from the mistakes and complaints of it original bigger brethern. Even iwavers have 3 wire servo, and new minizs coming out soon will have 3.

If this platform is so integrated, I have my doubts on the drivetrain as have been tested with stronger equipment. Can someone inform us what the stock esc can handle voltage and motor wise?

(And yes, there are micro servos that small on the market.)

Also. you guys need to stop with the mamba comments. Its way too big. Most mini receivers are also.
This will make it easier to understand.GWS (http://item.express.ebay.com/Toys-Hobbies_Hobbies_Radio-Control-Parts-Accessories_GWS-R4P-II-PICO-Micro-Receiver-Futaba-JR-75MHz-CRYSTAL_W0QQitemZ6001745874QQihZ009QQptdnZRadioQ20 ControlQ20PartsQ20Q26Q20AccessoriesQQddnZToysQ20Q2 6Q20HobbiesQQadnZHobbiesQQcmdZExpressItem) is the only one I can think off that would fit. ESC, you would have to look for a small heli type. I have a ipd r-18 in example.
http://www.one18th.com/news/data/upimages/thumbs/R-18_vs_Race-20.jpg.
http://tomsdigitalcentral.com/i/trc/sbc/images/gws/rx/r4p2-01.jpg
The mamba controller will fit with lots of duct tape.... (and it's not like I run my vehicles with bodies anyways!:D). I'm not talking about using the mamba motors though. Those wouldn't fit. The feigao BL 130 size motors probably would however.

I guess the only way to find out is to actually buy one and try though.;) (Which eventually, I probably will...weee!)

[The_Mini_Me]

Ok lets say for the sake of argument you stuff a mamba in there somehow. I guess doing the cap mod where you resolder it ontop. Im assuming you have the know how to rewire with shorter and silicone covered wire and do this mod to a PCB to get the smaller footprint. Oh, and you don't mind ruining your warranty with Castle.

Now you have rewired and moved or removed the capacitor. Soo....where do you put a receiver? Do you tape it to the body lid? Do you if the servo requires the integrated receiver try to keep that stock combined esc/receiver unit and solder unto the pcb of it to use the mamba instead and then again try to figure out where to put it along with this mamba you now have inside.

Here is a mamba in a xmod (http://www.brickmodder.net/mods/non-lego/xmods/4.html).. now remember not only is this a smaller scale, there is less room in the center part of the chassis. Remember, this vehicle has even less room than a xmod to mount.

I don't know. Maybe this will spur castle into releasing a newer mamba with a higher amp rating and a smaller footprint. I was rumored for awhile they where thinking about releasing one that was half the size of the original.

[glassdoctor]

It would be a cool project to make a wicked fast brushless micro-t.... BUT....

Who really thinks this little thing will be durable/quality enough to stand up to modding? I don't.... it's not easy to make such tiny things high quality, tough enough. How strong with the gears etc be? Will it have bearings? (don't think so....) etc...

Even the original mini-t is too wimpy to handle serious horsepower...

Keep it on the kitchen floor and it will be fine as a toy grade, um... toy.

[ss13t]

I like the concept, but I fear that the "fast charge" feature will be a load of crap. I hope I'm wrong, but I think it'll be something similar to zip-zaps, with a base that takes 60 seconds to charge a single on board nimh cell. That system always worked badly IMO. I would be much less skeptical if it actually had mini removable battery packs that would charge just like any other pack on a regular peak charger.
Adam

[builthatch]

It would be a cool project to make a wicked fast brushless micro-t.... BUT....

Who really thinks this little thing will be durable/quality enough to stand up to modding? I don't.... it's not easy to make such tiny things high quality, tough enough. How strong with the gears etc be? Will it have bearings? (don't think so....) etc...

Even the original mini-t is too wimpy to handle serious horsepower...

Keep it on the kitchen floor and it will be fine as a toy grade, um... toy.

i dunno if it's been said, but...

there is no need for a brushless in this scale. In 1/28 mini-z, with a 2x2 stack of 0113 fets or 3X2 stack of 4562 you can run for half an hour on 4 intellect aaa's with an atomic z2 (130 size) and go 35 mph. the motors are extremely resilient and do not need much maintenance in that sizing if designed properly.

[tonyt]

so....when can i buy one?

Tony T.

[tonyt]

by the way, if these use the same motors as an x-mod......

http://www.atomicmods.com/category.aspx?categoryID=227

and if they use Mini-t motors...

http://www.atomicmods.com/category.aspx?categoryID=292

OHH!!! CHECK THIS OUT!

http://www.atomicmods.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=12953

"available late nov." :cool:

Tony T.

[desfjr1300]

COMING SOON FOR YOUR MICRO T.......

RPM'S M I C R O N U T S!!!!

Now there's no reason NOT to buy one of these!

[Kden46]

pretty nice and clean setup under the hood. i agree with mini that the 5 wire plug is probably for the servo and the charger connection.

maybe Rich T will shed some light on this?;)

[Neon_Dave]

I think the ultimate project for this size of a car would be to go seperates - small ESC, 3-wire standard sub-micro servo, majorly small RX (damn those crystals look ginormous on that little thing!!!:eek: ) and whatever motor that ESC can handle while still providing good, but non-diff-killing power.

-Dave;)

[GT Freak]

notice rich hasnt answered yet??

[Slammed94]

notice rich hasnt answered yet??


Ever thing he doesnt come on here every single day?

[builthatch]

notice rich hasnt answered yet??

hehe, rich has got 30 posts in 3.5 years.

[glassdoctor]

I don't really care what an xmod or whatever can do... I would still want to stick a brushless, lipo, etc with the spektrum micro rx and a "real" servo... if all that woulkd be possible.

I think it can and will be done... but it's probably a waste $$ on a "toy" grade car. Like dumping $500+ into a mini-t like some do. You have to overlook reason and just do it for the heck of it.

[Natedog]

The motor looks like an N20...mini electric helicopter tail rotor motor...not very big...so a mamba would be like almost twice the diamete and about twice the length.

[QUAKE&SHAKE]

Yes, I fully agree Losi still has not fixed the MLST drivetrain, which Rich promoted all over the internet so heavily as the next best thing since sliced bread. :mad: This is lookin real familiar...Rich is pumping it up already...

When you call Losi about the MLST problems, Bill complains about 'the internet' and RC websites and sends out more gears and wheels that break...real helpful. The reason we call is to get Losi to FIX THE PROBLEM, which still hasn't happened...they act as if they've never heard of these problems.

Almost forgot the steering servos that die in a couple months or less...the battery plug that melts together, and the receiver that glitches easily. They also promoted it as having an optional center diff spool kit with metal pinion gears for the diffs...that has apparently been cancelled by Losi since the diffs won't even hold up to stock motors and a center balldiff.

Did you notice Rich high-tailed it out of 1 / 18th . com mlst forum when the gear issue started its tidalwave. I dont think he's been back since.

[QUAKE&SHAKE]

Took the words right out of my mouth.

Although this look very interesting, I am going to have to wait and see. The support on the MLST was a joke. I was very excited when the MLST was released that I was one of the first to get it in my area. But due to the lack of support, I have only ran the truck twice and it's collecting dust on the shelf now. :rolleyes:

Yep mine collects dust too. It usually take 3-4 years before I but one away. This only took 6 months.

[chukb]

Ever thing he doesnt come on here every single day?

well maybe he should. it doesn't say anything good for Losi when he won't even answer simple questions about our concerns.

this just reassures me not to buy Losi stuff in general. I'll stick with HPI, Ofna and Team Assoc.

[SS Pede]

I don't think we can be sure that this truck will have diff issues. Maybe it will, but maybe it won't. It's not like all Losi transmissions fall apart. This is a totally new vehicle. If it has transmission issues, I think it would more likely be due to the scale of the drivetrain, not the fact that it's a Losi.

It does have bearings in the transmission, by the way. I think that's pretty cool. I wonder if wheel bearings will become available.

[glassdoctor]

I imagine it can be a pita to correct poor desing/materials when you don't actually make the thing.

They should still take care of it of course... just too bad it's not an in house product which would be much easier to do.

I hope the micro-t is better quality than I'm expecting it to be... I have two kids 4 and 6 who would have a ball with them, but I'm not gonna buy any if they are junk.

Bearings in the tranny? that's a nice suprise. Can't wait to see how quick.... or slow... it is.

[ElectricThunder]

Ok lets say for the sake of argument you stuff a mamba in there somehow. I guess doing the cap mod where you resolder it ontop. Im assuming you have the know how to rewire with shorter and silicone covered wire and do this mod to a PCB to get the smaller footprint. Oh, and you don't mind ruining your warranty with Castle.

Now you have rewired and moved or removed the capacitor. Soo....where do you put a receiver? Do you tape it to the body lid? Do you if the servo requires the integrated receiver try to keep that stock combined esc/receiver unit and solder unto the pcb of it to use the mamba instead and then again try to figure out where to put it along with this mamba you now have inside.

Here is a mamba in a xmod (http://www.brickmodder.net/mods/non-lego/xmods/4.html).. now remember not only is this a smaller scale, there is less room in the center part of the chassis. Remember, this vehicle has even less room than a xmod to mount.

I don't know. Maybe this will spur castle into releasing a newer mamba with a higher amp rating and a smaller footprint. I was rumored for awhile they where thinking about releasing one that was half the size of the original.
Good points.... I still may end up trying it though just for the sake of messing with something.:D

[-inverted-]

Rich hasn't replied because he probably doesn't have an answer to all us angry mini-lst customers.

[RControl Freak]

this is a must! Goodbye, zip-zaps! :D

[RControl Freak]

I wonder if wheel bearings will become available.

Huh, you'll need a microscope! :eek:

[Natedog]

Did you notice Rich high-tailed it out of 1 / 18th . com mlst forum when the gear issue started its tidalwave. I dont think he's been back since.

LOL, yeah he was there all the time hyping the MLST until after all the problems came up...broken wheels, blown ring and pinion gears, glitchin radios, tie-rods popping off, broken knuckles, dogbones/cups wearing rapidly, battery plugs melting together so that they won't unplug, dead servos, am I forgetting anything??? :mad:

Rich hasn't replied because he probably doesn't have an answer to all us angry mini-lst customers.

Probably.

RControlFreak,

The pics of it running definitely has front wheel bearings in it...gotta be tiny and look like held on with e-clips...have to put Shoe Goo on em to keep those clips on everytime ya hit something they will fly into the void.

Looks like I may buy a Mini-Z Overland this year instead...need something that is small enough for in the house and DURABLE>>>

[Nitro 4 me]

Looks like I may buy a Mini-Z Overland this year instead...need something that is small enough for in the house and DURABLE>>>

at least you'll know what you're getting ;)

[Hard Core RC Guy]

Losi has new pics!!!

off body shots!! Red colored

Why am I so excited? I have no idea, but they are just cool!!

J :D

[GT Freak]

holy cow crap! the wires r bigger then the dogbones... and one of the plugs has 5 wires in it... talk about little.. :eek:

[catalysst]

will still buy one even though I too am pissed about the mini-lst situation. They basically took everyones money and ran with it IMO.

[Demon-TC3]

hey all,
I just got to agree with everyone whos against the brushless...theres nothing to gain from it...as it is the Micro t is far too small to be able to gain any speed...as soon as you do it will lift off...oh and the tyres will be bald before you get to half throttle...this is all assuming the drivetrain can handle it...

One thing i did just notice is that the dogbones look fairly weedy but at least they r metal (perhaps steel)...also if im not mistaken the outdrives look metal... can anyone confirm? Other than that the a-arms look fairly beefy for the cars size so i guess thats a plus!

[ElectricThunder]

hey all,
I just got to agree with everyone whos against the brushless...theres nothing to gain from it...as it is the Micro t is far too small to be able to gain any speed...as soon as you do it will lift off...oh and the tyres will be bald before you get to half throttle...this is all assuming the drivetrain can handle it...

One thing i did just notice is that the dogbones look fairly weedy but at least they r metal (perhaps steel)...also if im not mistaken the outdrives look metal... can anyone confirm? Other than that the a-arms look fairly beefy for the cars size so i guess thats a plus!
I wouldn't do brushless so much for the power but more or less for the efficiency and run time factors. It depends though. I don't have one in my hands yet. It may just be more economical to slap an aftermarket xmod motor or plasma dash or something like that (if the motors are indeed 130 sized and if the ESC can take it) in there.

[Philster]

Proportional steering and throttle???

[SIKB3]

Ummmm....

http://img243.imageshack.us/img243/997/losb0230chaagq5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img82.imageshack.us/img82/2723/losb0230chabgn0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img243.imageshack.us/img243/3532/losb0230chadyh1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[RControl Freak]

still, kudos to Losi for A: making this totally unique vehicle, and B: actually using ball bearings! Maybe Castle creations will make a brushless for this one! :D

[devius1985]

My guess is that the five wire plug is all for the servo. Like with an X-MOD, if the servo PCB is also integrated into the ESC/RX, then there would be a black and red wire for the servo motor and the three other wires would go to the Potentiometer in the servo. It sucks, but you probably wont be able to upgrade the servo.

[MrCrash]

What if the black and red wire are for the charging system, and they used alternative colors for the servo to prevent confusion?

[fastharry]

still, kudos to Losi for A: making this totally unique vehicle, and B: actually using ball bearings! Maybe Castle creations will make a brushless for this one! :D


maybe crazy nut will make diff gears...

[4DMNYC]

Thanks SIKB3 ;)

[ElectricThunder]

Ummmm....

http://img243.imageshack.us/img243/997/losb0230chaagq5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img82.imageshack.us/img82/2723/losb0230chabgn0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img243.imageshack.us/img243/3532/losb0230chadyh1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
It looks like the red and black wires in the little servo plug are going to the batteries. :eek: :D

I also just realized the ESC says 4.8-7.2 volts... and the thing comes with I think 4.8 volts....so overvolting is a possibility here maybe?:D:D

[thefasttrack]

this so cool :teacher:

[RControl Freak]

dude, im gonna get a fleet of these things! :D

[Smib]

I want one of these so bad. It is on my list for sure. I just hope it isn't crap.

[Demon-TC3]

I want one of these so bad. It is on my list for sure. I just hope it isn't crap.

Well thats strange since everyone else was hoping it would be crap and was going to get it anywhay... :D

[GerGa]

wow, this thing is definetely going on my chirstmas list! I used to love to run my zipzaps, zipzap ses, and zipzap mts around the house, but the zip zap mt was just a little too small for going up onto a carpet from a hardwood floor but it still was pretty cool for rockclimbing on mazagines. Now this comes along its a perfect size for around the house and its made by losi; a real r/c company.

[Natedog]

Well thats strange since everyone else was hoping it would be crap and was going to get it anywhay... :D

LOL!

...Now this comes along its a perfect size for around the house and its made by losi; a real r/c company.

Bwahahahaaa...no, it's made in China FOR Losi, where the quality control is nil...and workers are not treated properly.

[tonyt]

LOL!



Bwahahahaaa...no, it's made in China FOR Losi, where the quality control is nil...and workers are not treated properly.

at least it's not made in North Korea where Kim Jong-Il's people are eating tree bark (Very sad.....no, i'm not being sarcastic)

Tony T.

[GerGa]

LOL!



Bwahahahaaa...no, it's made in China FOR Losi, where the quality control is nil...and workers are not treated properly.
ah, well I thought of that before but when I posted I didnt want to bring up quality. if ts not crap ill buy k

[makg]

Well, it looks like they won't be in until late Dec. Man, I really wanted one of these for X-mas...

[dom223]

LOL!



Bwahahahaaa...no, it's made in China FOR Losi, where the quality control is nil...and workers are not treated properly.


Its probably made in Taiwan not China, and so what? Every thing you buy with the Losi name is probably made in Taiwan. Losi and AE are American companies, but that dont mean their products are made here in the states.

[Natedog]

If you look at the MLST closely you'll see it's made in China. The problems are jobs leaving our country, slave labor, and generally lower quality...but it's all good, right?

[chase]

Who is this 'demon-tc3' guy because his jokes are LAME. Just kiddin, but seriously who is 'RICH'

[birdy233]

Who is this 'demon-tc3' guy because his jokes are LAME. Just kiddin, but seriously who is 'RICH'

Rich Trujillo, works for Team Losi

[Demon-TC3]

Who is this 'demon-tc3' guy because his jokes are LAME

OUCH! :o :eek:

And i am a new member...not as impressive as rich huh?

Oh and yes it does have proportional throttle and steering! (well should do)

[tonyt]

................Oh and yes it does have proportional throttle and steering! (well should do)

YES!!!! :driving: :winner:

Tony T.

[RControl Freak]

As the place it's made, of course it's made in either China or Taiwan, but it shouldn't matter much, if the design is as good as losi usually is! :D

[chase]

I its off topic but which would be faster a tmaxx with sirio upgrades to give it 1.7 hp and still 40000 rpm or a tmaxx with a sirio .18 that has 1.9 hp and only 36000 rpm and im a new member too looks like all us new members are alike!!!!!!!!!!! lol!

[builthatch]

I its off topic but which would be faster a tmaxx with sirio upgrades to give it 1.7 hp and still 40000 rpm or a tmaxx with a sirio .18 that has 1.9 hp and only 36000 rpm and im a new member too looks like all us new members are alike!!!!!!!!!!! lol!

looks like someone got on Chase's computer w/o him knowing while he was still signed in.

[chase]

Dude thats not fair because this other (chase) guy has the exact same user name and password as me. SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[chase]

Oh and yess my name is chase
:eek:
:wow:
im gunna :bang: him

lol jk

[RControl Freak]

Ok.... freaky, yet off topic! Time to move on :D

[rigrishracer22B]

Pretty sweet. $80 for it is not too bad if its gonna be decently quick.
I think i would have to give about 20$ for it

[Punk Kid]

I have some HO slot car bodies that should fit this thing. This is cool.

Michael "Punk Kid" Deppa

[Smib]

$80 would be a bit much for me to pay, but everything is overpriced at launch. This will come down to $50 I bet, at which point no one will want it.



...Waste of a post.

[RControl Freak]

I'm not so sure about this thing...... :confused:

[Neon_Dave]

Lol. I gave up on this a while ago. The same day the body-off shots were released, I picked up a bunch of upgrades for my Micro RS4 :D

...because....

I'm not so sure about this thing......

Lol

[Demon-TC3]

Lets face it, noone is going to be winning any competitions with this anywhere arround the world...
i think this is really aimed at the vey young-firsrt time racers just so they can get a little bit of fun inside...
OK so i may actually get one cos i like the concept of driving inside my own house...and im sure im not the only one...
BUT as its been said, im not going to pay $80.00 for it....maybe $50.00

[RControl Freak]

I see your point.... for 80 bucks, you might as well dish out another 20 and get a mini-t! :D For 50 bucks, definatly!

[dom223]

I would pay $80 for one, people pay more than $100 for a mini z.

[Demon-TC3]

yea but the MINI-z is a tried and tested product that people know is quality!
oh, and Kyosho sell it so its gota be good!
The mini-z is sold as a small racing machine rather than a toy which the Micro-T is sold as...or as far as i can see thats what they are going for...

[Neon_Dave]

Well, regardless of what it is, I'm not getting one now for sure, seeing as I just ordered a Mamba 6800 kV system for my Micro RS4....:D

[Natedog]

yea but the MINI-z is a tried and tested product that people know is quality!
oh, and Kyosho sell it so its gota be good!
The mini-z is sold as a small racing machine rather than a toy which the Micro-T is sold as...or as far as i can see thats what they are going for...

Yes and Kyosho's fit and finish is top-shelf! Still have my original BIg Brute MT and it's still a driver. :cool:

[dom223]

yea but the MINI-z is a tried and tested product that people know is quality!
oh, and Kyosho sell it so its gota be good!
The mini-z is sold as a small racing machine rather than a toy which the Micro-T is sold as...or as far as i can see thats what they are going for...

Racing machine? My mini z was no racer as it was stock. Im sure the micro t can be raced also. And i dont consider rc cars, nitro-electric, 1/36th or 1/8th scale anything more than a toy. Toys are fun, thats what we all buy rc for dont we?

[Demon-TC3]

Racing machine? My mini z was no racer as it was stock. Im sure the micro t can be raced also. And i dont consider rc cars, nitro-electric, 1/36th or 1/8th scale anything more than a toy. Toys are fun, thats what we all buy rc for dont we?

Ok my mistake, the Mini-z Perhaps not so much of a racer to begin with, but still no one can argue that they were made to be an excellent quality product rather than something cheap and tacky!

Personally, i dont feel RC cars are toys, i envision toys as something you would give for christmas to a 10 year old to have some fun with- no strings atatched, with all the maintenance and costs involved with running most RC cars, i personally dont feel that they could be classed as a toy...you sertainly wouldnt walk into walmart or Toys r Us and walk out with an LST...

[GT Freak]

ok, when is the rat, and mouse bodies coming out?? :D

[z-man280]

http://www.coinopexpress.com/products/merchandises/remote_control/Mini_RC_Mouse_3351.html


* sigh *...^^^^^ right there... :rolleyes:

[supermario]

OMG lol. that is soo small. i would kill to drive it. i think that chassis look a little low B but what ever works, i wouldn't mind having one my self.. i all ready have the mini rc18mt and i have a blast with that one. :D

[rigrishracer22B]

I could never force myself into buying one of those mini's or the micro's when for about the same price you can get a 1/10 scale car.

[dom223]

Ok my mistake, the Mini-z Perhaps not so much of a racer to begin with, but still no one can argue that they were made to be an excellent quality product rather than something cheap and tacky!

Personally, i dont feel RC cars are toys, i envision toys as something you would give for christmas to a 10 year old to have some fun with- no strings atatched, with all the maintenance and costs involved with running most RC cars, i personally dont feel that they could be classed as a toy...you sertainly wouldnt walk into walmart or Toys r Us and walk out with an LST...


I agree with you that the mini z is well made, and can be made to be a pretty good race car. And i guess you could say that hobby class rc cars are a more complex toy than something you would give a young kid, and i probably would never get one for an inexperienced person, because i have had people break mine thinking they could handle it. But i just think of my cars and trucks as expensive toys for teenagers and adults, just as when i had a dirt bike, it was my toy for fun.

Now back to the micro t. Your probably right that these will sell mostly to kids, but i would bet that there will be hop ups, and there will be people that make these things into little racing machines that would be fun on a small indoor track. Thats what makes this hobby so fun is the ingenuity of the people who do it.

[rustybasher198]

This thing looks small enough to run on a very small track. I'm gonna get two (one for me, one for guest), keep them both completely stock, and build a carpet track on a big sheet of plywood. No more winter boredom or getting killed by expensive cars at the tracks. :driving: also, I gave my 7 year old cousin a rustler and he drives it pretty well. If guided, there is no real age to start running high end rc. Smaller can be better. There is no need to go so fast on something like this. People put huge out-of-control motors in cars and wonder why they break.

[Demon-TC3]

Its not really the control aspect of RC which i think makes it less ideal for the younger generations its more the maintenance which comes with it...
cars wear out much much faster without good maintenance and the performance goes downhill after every few runs so maintenance is pretty important and i think its the demand for maintenance which may be too much for a 7 year old...with the help of someone older, then let the good times roll!

[DPRacinG]

too small for me

[RControl Freak]

I'd lose it.

[ChuckDeez]

VIDEO!

http://flvs.daum.net/sflvPlayer_full.swf?vid=NRGlNg-SbZk$

[Dan H]

Sweeet!! Looks to be pretty peppy and not slow like I expected it to be.

[ChuckDeez]

yeah, its pretty fast! did you see it do a wheelie!

[bullett1818]

That video seals it for me! Im gettin one! Then possibly a second!

-Bob-

[Demon-TC3]

DAMN that thing is nippy....although i guess the small environment doesnt help but still looks cool....
just wonder if they have done what some other companies do and shoved a moe powerfull motor in there just for show...but i guess if they have done that it means that the gearbox is fairly strong...unless thats also beefed up... :confused:

Still looks sweet and rather than the 18th scales looks like you can actually do something with it indoors (other than stare at it)

[Hard Core RC Guy]

I get the feeling that it was not the stock motor? Sometimes you show the best setup to show potential performance. If not.....then it scoots pretty good!! And I fear for cat owners...not really, but it's a thought.

John :cool:

[RControl Freak]

Still, it looks way too small to run on anything but carpet! (Still, it does have some pretty good scoot!) :D

[fuzz101]

it's great for running in house

[ChuckDeez]

Still, it looks way too small to run on anything but carpet! (Still, it does have some pretty good scoot!) :D

it has way more ground clearance than my xmods and mines can go outside!

[blktransam]

yeah anyone one that actually relase yet? I went to tower and couldnt find anything

[MrCrash]

Tower doesn't carry Losi stuff ;)

[blktransam]

oooooo lol that would help I guess! they carry mini-t stuff....

[Demon-TC3]

Ok i think carpet is its main home, tarmac, or pavement or anythin flat and hard...yea fine...but dirt (unless very well compressed) grass or soil...dont think much chanace of that...

i think this thing would be AWSOME for some indoor fun...great thing is you can use anythin as a ramp or some half pipes.... :D

[SS Pede]

Just saw the video...wow, that thing moves out pretty darn good!! That wheelie was suh-weet!!!! I was losing interest in this truck, but now I'm intrigued again! 1/18th might just be a bit too big for indoors (more like a portable outdoors size), but 1/36 seems good! Fast enough to be impressive, but not too ridiculous!

[catalysst]

oooooo lol that would help I guess! they carry mini-t stuff....
They do not carry team losi products. Team losi is owned by Horizon Hobby, a competing distributor.

[Brian23]

sweet vid - definately making a track on my ping pong table

[RControl Freak]

those xmods?! I had to literally kick those things to make it run over my local roads! (Too many "pebbles"!)

[tonyt]

those xmods?! I had to literally kick those things to make it run over my local roads! (Too many "pebbles"!)

XD

Tony T.

[Demon-TC3]

Ah, never been a fan of Xmods...its all sounds a bit dumb to me...the names they give all the different things...just sounds dumb...

[cpittmx]

Ok my mistake, the Mini-z Perhaps not so much of a racer to begin with, but still no one can argue that they were made to be an excellent quality product rather than something cheap and tacky!

Personally, i dont feel RC cars are toys, i envision toys as something you would give for christmas to a 10 year old to have some fun with- no strings atatched, with all the maintenance and costs involved with running most RC cars, i personally dont feel that they could be classed as a toy...you sertainly wouldnt walk into walmart or Toys r Us and walk out with an LST...

I consider anything that I play with that is not essential a toy. I have some toy motorcycles in my garage and I also have a toy wife :)

[Mini-T Freak]

I consider anything that I play with that is not essential a toy. I have some toy motorcycles in my garage and I also have a toy wife :)

LOL

This looks cool, I'll go look at my hobby shop :cool:

[Demon-TC3]

I consider anything that I play with that is not essential a toy. I have some toy motorcycles in my garage and I also have a toy wife :)

Well...i guess that shut me up! Well said that man! :wave: (you probably dont want her to read that though) :D :teacher:

[freemachinist]

Woah, toy wife?! what that cost you! LOL!

[tonyt]

XD


Tony T.

[freemachinist]

I completely agree with you fellas. The Mini T and the RC18 are to big to drive indoors. Unless you happen to be LOADED and have a living room thats the size of a soccer feild.
There is a video on www.horizonhobby.com showing off the Micro T at the hobby expo. I am amazed how quick they are. They have a regular, stock Mini T zooming around a 8' x 15' "skate park" along with the new Micro T, I gotta say its much faster than the stock Mini T. And it will simply knock the socks off my X mod. I can't wait. Best part, you can buy battery pack at tower for under $20. =)

[Akura2]

XD


Tony T.

I may have missed something... but what the heck is this "XD" you keep talking about?

[Djgoldnboy]

If that is a stock setup in that thing, all I can say is WOW, that's fast.

[SS Pede]

Best part, you can buy battery pack at tower for under $20

???????

[MrCrash]

I may have missed something... but what the heck is this "XD" you keep talking about?
It's a smily face, if I'm not mistaken.

[Demon-TC3]

the batt pack will b fairly cheap anywhay...the rc18's have bat packs for i think $11 or something silly...so this thing is smaller so i guess the packs r gona b cheap...er...
but im thinkin for somethin this small u may want some descent part support....even tho it weighs next to nuthin im guessin parts r gona break fairly easily cos its quick...
Still im gona wait till theyve come out and ive seen one close up before gettin all excited...

[RControl Freak]

that sounds like the right approach to me!

[chukb]

I I also have a toy wife :)

does your real wife know about it? :D what do you do if it gets an air leak?

[tonyt]

I may have missed something... but what the heck is this "XD" you keep talking about?

Sorry! I figured you guys knew.....

It's kind of like this :D

Tony T.

[Natedog]

...for somethin this small u may want some descent part support....even tho it weighs next to nuthin im guessin parts r gona break fairly easily cos its quick...
Still im gona wait till theyve come out and ive seen one close up before gettin all excited...

YES, very good idea. This time I'm waitin for somebody else to blow it up first.