1.9 Barrage now available as a Kit

[makya]

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ECX 1.9 Barrage 4WD 1/12th scale crawler kit


Horizon Hobby have introduced the ECX 1.9 Barrage 4WD scaler BTD build-to-drive kit. Using the same “pre-built critical parts” formula and manual guidelines as the successful ECX AMP MT BTD Kit, the ECX 1.9 Barrage 4WD scaler comes with everything needed to get started, including the tools, parts, and electronics. It even comes with its differential, shocks, and wheels assembled. Perfect for the backyard, the park, desert or driveway, the kit version differs from the RTR version by the motor plate for larger 390 motors, equalling more power and torque, the kit includes longer axles and housings for less wheel scrub and better handling, an aluminium servo mount makes for more servo options, 4-point links improve articulation and stronger aluminium steering links up overall durability. Also included are outboard shocks that are moved to the outside of the chassis for better handling, articulation, realism and looks. The kit is rounded out by a transmitter, batteries and charger.




Features:
– 400+ parts included
– Customizable clear body shell and sticker sheet
– Realistic C-channel chassis frame
– Full range Spektrum 2.4GHz transmitter
– Waterproof electronics
– Dynamite NiMH battery
– AC battery charger
– 390 size can motor
– 1/10 scale size metal gear servo
– New conventional shock mounting system
– Improved articulation and steering
– Partially assembled
– Fully upgradable
– Tools included
– Educational build




Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.com]

[clm]

Someone else posted that recently, although they unfortunately just titled the topic "Kit"

[Frank211]

Originally Posted by clm

Someone else posted that recently, although they unfortunately just titled the topic "Kit"

lol you're funny, you didn't like the way I worded it, I'm not a forum type of guy...! If it offended you my bad

[clm]

Originally Posted by Frank211

lol you're funny, you didn't like the way I worded it, I'm not a forum type of guy...! If it offended you my bad

Oh nothing to get offended about

Just stating someone had mentioned it earlier and how to find the thread was all.

[Frank211]

Originally Posted by clm

oh nothing to get offended about

just stating someone had mentioned it earlier and how to find the thread was all.

👍😎✌

[Mongol Pete]

Greetings from Mongolia crawler fans,

I've ordered this kit and am excited to get it built. From what I've read, it seems that all of the issues that people had with the RTR Barrage have been upgraded and corrected with the kit. Did ECX miss anything? I'm curious to hear from anyone who has experience running the kit version. Thanks.

-MP

[lonleycreeper]

I built one recently, It is fairly impressive. I will be driving it here pretty soon.

[Mongol Pete]

Hi lonelycreeper,

Please share your experiences with the kit when you can. Did you build it stock or have you made some mods right out of the box? I ordered a JX servo, but other than that, my plan is to run it stock until I get to know what it might need. Thanks.

-MP

[lonleycreeper]

Originally Posted by Mongol Pete

Hi lonelycreeper,

Please share your experiences with the kit when you can. Did you build it stock or have you made some mods right out of the box? I ordered a JX servo, but other than that, my plan is to run it stock until I get to know what it might need. Thanks.

-MP

I built it stock, except I moved the shock mount balls up to the top of the shock tower, to lower chassis height. The servo hits the frame, but the loss in articulation, dosn't bother me.

The kit went together very easily, In about two hours I had it rolling. The parts included look nice, no major flaws, I could see. The tools included are adaquate to build the little truck. I am mounting a hardbody Tj, and havn't got it out on the trail yet. When I do I will post here.

[hillbillyrc]

Originally Posted by lonleycreeper

. The servo hits the frame, but the loss in articulation, dosn't bother me.
.

Flip the crossmember right above the servo to help clearance.

[Shinchu]

i think that's the first thing i did to my son's RTR. then trimmed the shock limiters, smoothed the pumpkins with dremel (not required on the new kit axles, so nice!), and adjusted chassis height and bumpers for no rubbing at lowest height possible on 1.55 pit bull growlers.

he still loves it! and yes the servo crapped out but i was able to use a spare full size with spacers. this is probably (other than maybe a redcat 7) THE best low buck/beginner scale crawler.