23-Kilo RC Truck Which Costs Rs 1.22 Lakh Tows 1 Ton Maruti Suzuki Gypsy
When most people think of RC cars, they think of cars which are meant for the entertainment of little kids. However, a lot of people will be surprised to know that there are RC vehicles which cost more than some commuter motorcycles. Recently, a video of one such RC truck has been shared online. What's astonishing about this particular RC truck is that it was seen pulling a Maruti Suzuki Gypsy off-roader. Yes, you heard that right.
The video showing this RC truck surprising everyone by pulling a Maruti Suzuki Gypsy has been shared on Instagram by Tony Benjo on their page. Tony Benjamin is a popular influencer and an RC car enthusiast who owns and sells unique and ultra-high-end RC cars and trucks. In his most recently shared video, he was seen showing off the impressive capabilities of his most recent RC truck.
In the short video, Benjamin can be seen explaining that the RC truck ahead will be pulling the Gypsy off-roader, following which he then first holds the rope and creates tension. Soon after which, he then unleashes the full potential of his RC truck, which can then be seen pulling off the Gypsy. The video shows that the RC truck was able to pull off the SUV for a considerably long distance.
Now we are sure that if you are an automotive enthusiast, you must want to know what is the name of this particular RC truck seen in the video. Well, the answer to this is that its name is Cross-RC EMO XX Stegosaurus. This is a ⅙ scale truck which measures over 800 mm and weighs 13 kg. In the video above, Benjamin mentions that an additional 10 kg weight was added to this vehicle to increase its grip.
The EMO XX Stegosaurus gets a 2 mm thick steel stamped simulation ladder frame. It also gets a 3-link suspension with a lateral panhard rod at the front and a 4-link suspension with a balance rod in the rear. It also gets 265 mm large-diameter CNC aluminium hydraulic shocks with adjustable preload. It also gets CNC upper link reinforcement and steel lateral panhard rod reinforcement.
As for the powertrain of this electric truck, it comes equipped with dual high-power 775 brushed motors which offer parallel output. It also gets dual Hobbywing 800 ESCs. Transmission duties on this truck are handled by a dual-speed gearbox, full metal internal gears, steel cut gears on the high-load side, and self-lubricating alloy gears on the output side.
Other notable highlights of the Cross-RC EMO XX Stegosaurus include a steel universal joint drive shaft, full ABEC-3 bearings, a 70 kg high-voltage steering servo, and Rock Breaker MT tyres with nylon clamp-style beadlock wheels. As for the body of this RC truck, it is made of a thickened polycarbonate shell which comes pre-assembled.
Now coming to the price of the Cross-RC EMO XX Stegosaurus, it is priced at Rs 1.22 lakh. Yes, you read that right! This pickup truck is not for beginners who just want to give their kids a toy. This is for serious enthusiasts who love RC off-roading and have a deep-rooted love for intricate details.