- Team Losi Mini-T
The Team Losi Mini-T is the first-ever 1/18th scale
electric radio-controlledstadium truck made byTeam Losi ofOntario, California .The basic Mini-T is sold as a complete, ready-to-run package, complete with painted and trimmed
Lexan body. The design of the Mini-T is based on Losi's XXX-T 1/10-scale truck; despite the Mini-T's diminutive size, handling characteristics and overall vehicle dynamics are remarkably similar to the larger truck. Power comes from aMabuchi RS-280 motor operated via a miniatureelectronic speed control . Four "AA" alkaline batteries are required to power the truck; eight are required for the transmitter. Six-cellnickel metal hydride and 3Slithium polymer batteries are available for longer and faster runtimes and more economical long-term operation.The long-arm suspension allows for exceptional suspension travel over rough terrain. However, the basic Mini-T uses friction dampers in lieu of oil-filled
shock absorbers . These are suitable for the type of recreational operation that most Mini-T's will likely be used for. Oil-filled shocks are available as an upgrade.Like the vehicles which followed, the Associated RC18T and RC18MT and
Venom Fireball , the Mini-T is suitable for use indoors. A stock Mini-T will achieve speeds of 10-15 mph (16-24 km/h). Use of a so-called "modified motor" and a NiMH battery pack will double the speed. The "Mamba" brushless motor system fromCastle Creations can increase top speed to over 60 mph (100 km/h) with suitable torque to allow for taller gearing and even greater top speeds.While never intended for such purposes, the Mini-T is a common car at indoor carpet races and holds its own well against newer trucks. Another popular use of the Mini-T is conversion to a mini dirt oval racer. Team Losi also offers the Micro T, a 1/36 scale stadium truck.
External links
* [http://www.teamlosi.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=LOSB0200 Official Team Losi Mini-T home page]
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