Axial RC car SCX24 Lexus GX 470 4WD white 1/24 RTR

Product detailed description

Small RC model of the Axial SCX24 car in 1:24 scale with licensed Lexus GX 470 body and LED lighting. The model is equipped with multi-link suspension with oil shock absorbers and 4x4 drive for off-road driving. It includes a Dynamite 88T DC motor with gearbox, a high-quality Spektrum control unit and a powerful servo for precise proportional control. Everything you need is in the package - a 2.4GHz RC kit, a 7.4V 350mAh LiPo battery and a USB charger.

With powerful suspension and a powerful V8 engine, the Lexus GX has become a popular choice for off-road driving. Detailed realistic processing and excellent driving characteristics.

The model is equipped with steel C-beam chassis, multi-link suspension with steel rods, direct solid axles and oil shock absorbers. Permanent four-wheel drive is powered by a DC motor through a gearbox, center shafts and worm gears in the transfer cases. The licensed Lexus body made of durable ABS material is complemented by many details such as a roof rack with accessories, a snorkel and front LED lighting. The Black Rhino Raid wheels with proven Nitto Trail Grappler M/T off-road tires are also licensed.

Package Contents
Assembled RC model car Axial SCX24 Lexus GX 470 1:24 4WD with installed parts: DC motor 88T, Spektrum SLT receiver, DC controller 10A, Axial servo AS-1 micro: SCX24, Spektrum SLT2 2.4GHz transmitter, 7.4V 350mAh 2S LiPo PH2.0 battery, Spektrum LiPo 2S PH2.54 charger JST-XH 3-pin USB-C 500mAh. Accessories: 4x AA batteries for the transmitter, instructions in Czech, manual EN, DE, FR, IT.

Features:

• The model is equipped with an officially licensed Lexus GX 470 model body, which faithfully copies the details. The model has a high-quality front grille, rear-view mirrors, door handles, roof rack, snorkel and more.
• The model has oil shock absorbers that allow for smooth driving over uneven terrain. The spring preload can be adjusted to fine-tune the amount of suspension according to the nature of the terrain.
• The Spektrum SLT2 dual-channel transmitter offers a number of useful features. It is ergonomic and has a foam steering wheel for precise control. AA batteries included.
• Like the larger 1:10 SCX10 II chassis platform, the SCX24 chassis features robust C-section steel frame members that provide high chassis rigidity and strength and keep the chassis sufficiently rigid even with high axle torsion.
• The Tazer 180 88T engine on the SCX24 chassis is specially designed for 1:24 RC car models, where, together with an optimally adjusted gearbox, it provides the axles with the necessary torque for steep climbs.
• The front and rear straight axles are assembled from a two-piece plastic molding, in which the drive steel shafts are mounted in ball bearings. For optimal handling, the SCX24™ suspension is equipped with a three-point front and four-point rear suspension.
• The front and rear drive shafts from the central gearbox to the differentials are 2-piece splined and allow maximum axial movement of the shaft while maintaining the transmitted power.
• For maximum mobility, reducing axle torsion and eliminating torque, a 4-point suspension design was developed, which is used in the rear axle of the SCX24.
• Although it is a small model, it is equipped with ball bearings, just like a large car. No plain bearings, only ball bearings. If you drive in a wet or dusty environment, do not forget to clean and lubricate!
• For maximum realism, there are high-brightness diodes in the headlight parabolas and in the front bumper.
• For a complete look, the body is complemented by officially licensed Black Rhino Raid wheels with Nitto Trail Grappler M/T tires, which offer a fantastic combination of off-road performance and quiet driving performance on hard surfaces.
• The tilting body system provides easy access to the battery and control unit.

Parameters:

Type - Crawler, expedition
Chassis - Metal
Scale - 1:24
Length - 210 mm
Width - 99 mm
Height - 114 mm
Wheelbase - 127 mm
Ground clearance - 27 mm
Weight - 283 g
Motor - DC 180 88T
Drive - 4WD
Front wheels - Rhino Raid discs, Nitto Trail Grappler M/T tires, 7 mm carrier
Rear wheels - Rhino Raid discs, Nitto Trail Grappler M/T tires, 7 mm carrier
Running time - 40 to 50 minutes with supplied battery
Speed ​​- Up to 3 km/h
Transmitter - SLT2 2-CH 2.4Ghz SLT
Receiver - Spektrum combo Rx/reg. 10A
Servo - Axial AS-1
Battery - Spektrum LiPo 7.4 V 350 mAh
Connector - Battery JST PH 2.0

Run-in of the new electric motor
New model with engine, needs to be run in first. Before starting to use the DC electric motor, it is definitely recommended to run it. Some manufacturers require it as a condition for recognizing a possible engine claim. The purpose of the run-in is to seat the rotating parts well, smooth the friction surfaces of the contacts, and grind the carbons into the correct shape. The current enters the motor on the commutator surfaces using the so-called carbons, which may not have a perfectly adapted shape from production. If the new motor is loaded to the maximum without a previous run-in, the commutator surface or the carbons may be damaged due to large "sparking". The run-in will allow the carbons to settle on the commutator as perfectly as possible. Thus, the carbons will wear out less and last longer.

Electric motor run-in procedure:
-If you have a new RC model car or boat in which the engine is already mounted, proceed as follows. Place the model on the mat so that the wheels rotate above the surface. Let the engine run at the lowest possible speed for at least 20-30 minutes. You can then drive the model for 20-30 minutes at a lower speed and gradually increase the speed. Drive the model at full power only after the run-in phase has passed.

-If you have a new engine that has not yet been installed in the model, you can do the run-in in the traditional, proven way by immersing it in water. Connect the motor to the ESC controller and lower it by the cables vertically down into a container of clean water. Start the engine at low speed and let it run for 10-15 minutes. Then you can gradually increase the speed for a few minutes up to the maximum. finally, take the motor out of the water and let it run for a while to blow the water out of the motor. You can mount a run-in engine in the model and you can immediately drive at full power. You don't have to worry about the engine submerged in water. It will work normally and the water will cool it during the run-in. In addition, it washes out carbon particles during grinding (the water visibly darkens).

Protection against overheating of the electric motor:
Since the stator is made up of permanent magnets, it is good to know that these magnets gradually lose their "power". However, temperature also has a big impact. Each electric motor heats up during operation and can reach a temperature of 60°C (therefore, the motor must never be touched with bare hands after driving!). However, if the engine is not cooled or cooled insufficiently, or if it is driven for a long time at maximum speed, it may overheat and thus weaken the magnets. Even after cooling down, the engine will no longer reach its previous performance. Of course, other parts of the engine can also be damaged by high heat. It is therefore advisable to change the load mode, or to drive with two smaller accumulators with a break for replacement and cooling, rather than with one large-capacity one for a long time at full power.

Electric motor replacement, tuning:
If you decide to replace the electric motor in this model, pay attention to the following recommendations.
The new motor should be of the same type (size), have the same number of turns and the same supply voltage value as the original one. That way, you will be sure that the model will retain its original driving characteristics.
If you are planning a tuning motor, first of all, check whether the original ESC controller in the model will be able to work with the tuning motor, in order not to burn the ESC controller, or to prevent the ESC-motor system from working. When tuning a motor, it is usually necessary to replace a pinion with a different number of teeth.

WARNING! This RC car is not a toy, but a more sophisticated, functional model that behaves very much like a real car. Due to its realistic parameters, if it is not properly assembled and operated, it can cause you injury, or injure the viewer, or damage property. The model is intended for driving in a large room or outside on a dry surface. Driving in water, in snow, in puddles, mud, sand, in tall grass without appropriate waterproof treatment can cause damage to the electronics of the model. Driving on public roads and other places (e.g. parking lots) with car traffic is prohibited. Do not drive in thick grass, you will overheat or burn the engine!
This model requires regular maintenance, by disassembling it correctly according to the service manual, you will not lose the warranty.