"Hot Rod" 3 Port .21 Off-Road Engine [Buggy/Truggy]
Pickup available at 585 S Ferdon Blvd
Usually ready in 1 hour
The "Hot Rod" Advantage
Race Ready: Direct fit for all 1/8 Buggies & Truggies. Put it in and pull the trigger!
Easy Tuning: Needles feature a 2.5mm hex, because finding a slot in the dark is hard for some people.
Superior Driveability: Smooth power means less visits from a grumpy turn marshal.
Yes, it’s legitimately a .21, it will pass tech!
Win the War of Attrition.
In 1/8 scale racing, having the most horsepower makes you fast in the straightaway. But having the smoothest power makes you fast everywhere else. The Classic RC "Hot Rod" 3-Port .21 is designed for the racer who knows that "smooth is fast."
Unlike aggressive engines that hit like a sledgehammer, the "Hot Rod" delivers a linear powerband that is as smooth as duck butter and twice as greasy. It connects your trigger finger to the tires with surgical precision, allowing you to put power down on loose, blown-out tracks without having to holler for a turn marshal. Plus, with the efficiency of a 3-port design, you might just skip that extra pit stop while the other guys are flaming out.
Why You'll Love It:
- Silky Smooth Power: The 3-port sleeve design offers a linear torque curve. It doesn't explode with uncontrollable power; it ramps up predictably, giving you traction when you need it most.
- Pit Lane Hero: 3-port engines are legendary for their fuel economy. The "Hot Rod" sips nitro, giving you the runtime advantage to stretch your pit windows in long mains.
- Tuning Made Easy: Finicky engines ruin race days. The Hot Rod is known for holding a consistent idle and being forgiving on the needles, so you can focus on your driving lines, not fiddling with your carburetor.
- Versatile Performance: While perfect for 1/8 Buggies, it's also a secret weapon for Truggy drivers on loose tracks who want to tame wheel spin.
What's Under the Hood:
- Displacement: .21 ci (3.49cc)
- Ports: 3-Port Hard Chromed Sleeve
- Carburetor: Slide Valve Aluminum Carb with 7mm venturi
- Crankshaft: SG Style
- Glow Plug Type: Turbo (Plug not included)
- Application: 1/8 Off-Road Buggy & Truggy
What's In The Box:
- "Hot Rod" 3-Port .21 Engine
- Venturi Restrictor
- Head Shim (Pre-installed)
- Custom storage case
Note: Requires Turbo Glow Plug, Fuel, Exhaust System, and Starter Box (sold separately).
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