Team Associated GT2 RS RTR

[PeterV]

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Latest from www.teamassociated.com

We are pleased to announce the successor to the highly successful
Associated #7091 GT RTR. Hot on the heels of the announcement of the
Factory Team GT2 kit, the GT2 RS RTR is ready to hit the streets.

This new RTR shares many of the same exciting and innovative features of
the GT2 Factory Team kit, but even better, it’s already assembled and
ready for the competitive racer or fun-loving backyard basher.

We designed this 1:10-scale gas-powered truck from the ground up to
ignite and excite R/C fans--just like the GT RTR did when we released it
over five years ago! Today’s educated customers demand high quality and
high performance in their Ready-to-Runs. We have designed the GT2
"Race-Spec" RTR to exceed their expectations.

The GT2 RS RTR will convert many to the fold by its unique, exciting
features that separate it from the other RTR trucks:

1. Blue anodized aircraft aluminum chassis.

2. Blue anodized aluminum shock bodies.

3. Radical pre-printed body shell that any pro painter would be proud to
produce.

4. Our proven #2916 AE .15X engine will shock customers with its power
and speed, like no other manufacturer's pull start engine sold in any
RTR. Our Engine Replacement Policy is a win-win deal for customers and
Hobby Shops.

5. Radical new chassis design adds tremendous rigidity for the ultimate
in consistency and handling that no other truck can claim.

6. All new sealed battery box keeps the receiver batteries safe.

7. High traction tires front and rear with molded inserts for consistent
handling and long life in all track conditions.

8. Modular radio tray that easily removes for cleaning and maintenance,
and protects the receiver against fuel spills during pit stops.

9. New transmission with amazingly low center of gravity. New 4.09:1
ratio produces the ultimate in torque with proven ability to transmit
all the power to the ground--which makes for ground-shaking speeds not
usually seen in RTRs.

10. The completely new design of the GT2 RS RTR makes it easy to work on
and maintain--which is good for everyone from the Hobby Shop to the owner.

11. All new suspension geometry.

12. Dual disc slipper clutch.

13. New design fuel tank with large lever for an easy-open lid for the
quickest fuel stops. Oversized for maximum run times.

14. Special tuned pipe and header, which produces a perfect balance of
maximum power and efficiency.

15. Shielded bearings throughout the truck.

16. XP2 radio with these outstanding features:
* Quick access to frequency crystal (crystal and antenna are included)
* On/Off switch
* Adjustable trigger for large or small hands
* Steering wheel angled 10 degrees
* Servo reversing switch
* External charging jack: allows for recharging the transmitter. AA
batteries only (batteries not included)
* Steering dual-rate
* Throttle trim
* Steering trim
* Throttle ATV low
* Throttle ATV high
* Battery level indicator

When you add up this long list of features, it is easy to see why the
new GT2 RS RTR from Associated will increase the excitement levels for
two-wheel-drive, gas-powered RTRs.

length: 420mm
width: 330mm
wheelbase: 285mm
internal ratio: 4.09:1
Weight: 1850g with body

[Prelude14WRX]

I'd get it if 2wd nitro stadium truck was a class at our track, but 1/8 buggies and truggies rule my local track. This truck looks really nice and I like the Engine Replacement Policy.

[chilly4kc]

I wonder if they will release a Team kit at all, or do you have to either buy Factory Team or RTR RS if you want one of these?

[savageP3]

I wonder how tebo feels about having his paintjob on all of these?

[Buggyracer28]

Man....... ASSOCIATED, TIME FOR A NEW ENGINE AND RADIO!!!!

[WheelNut]

It is a new engine, it helps when you actually read the text.

[bobf24]

where does it say its a new engine?

4. Our proven #2916 AE .15X engine will shock customers with its power
and speed, like no other manufacturer's pull start engine sold in any
RTR. Our Engine Replacement Policy is a win-win deal for customers and
Hobby Shops.

[chilly4kc]

AE has info about this now on their website. Here are a few more pics:

I moved 'em up to the top Chilly, thanks for posting! --Pete

[lextek]

I'm hoping this class picks up. Looks like a blast. I know of at least 2 people getting them for next years RC Madness Monster Madness!

[Cain]

It would be nice to see this class grow as well. I am just suprised not more interest in 4wd nitro 1/10 scale trucking. Seems with the power these engines can create, more control that way. Who knows, maybe in the future.

[bobf24]

the fun of 2wd is actually learning throttle control, and car set up, it actually takes skill to drive a 2wd truck fast, not just point and shoot driving like a 4wd would be,

[Cain]

True, but at times you want to be able to drive the vehicle and not fight with it. I am assuming that may be part of the reason we don't 1/8 scale 2wd buggies or 1/8 scale 2wd truggies.

Either way, This should bring some new life into the class. Too bad for up here at least it will have to wait till next year to really get a season on it.

[OutFrontFrames]

What happened to AE releasing a non RTR first?

[CarbonMadness]

What happened to AE releasing a non RTR first?
They did, the FT one was released first.

[OutFrontFrames]

Have you seen it in an LHS yet?

[RControl Freak]

Online vendors will get it much quicker than our LHS's.

Besides, it's not available yet, Tower has it scheduled to arrive in late September.

[XPFTP]

will i got a rc10gt rtr bout month ago.. i had gotton 2 of them 1 for son and 1 for mysefl.. i must say not to bad .. but always a but.. they r not built to take beatings thats for sure.. and as for lasting.. my god i been spending more money on hop ups then anything else.. i just dont udnerstand why build it if it can not take bashin....i have in both GTs around $1700 and iam still goin..i feel i will never buy another AE product again.. :mad: :( :eek:

[CarbonMadness]

will i got a rc10gt rtr bout month ago.. i had gotton 2 of them 1 for son and 1 for mysefl.. i must say not to bad .. but always a but.. they r not built to take beatings thats for sure.. and as for lasting.. my god i been spending more money on hop ups then anything else.. i just dont udnerstand why build it if it can not take bashin....i have in both GTs around $1700 and iam still goin..i feel i will never buy another AE product again.. :mad: :( :eek:

It's made for a track, and it will last forever on the track. They weren’t mad to have the tar beat out of them like monster trucks.

[Buggyracer28]

will i got a rc10gt rtr bout month ago.. i had gotton 2 of them 1 for son and 1 for mysefl.. i must say not to bad .. but always a but.. they r not built to take beatings thats for sure.. and as for lasting.. my god i been spending more money on hop ups then anything else.. i just dont udnerstand why build it if it can not take bashin....i have in both GTs around $1700 and iam still goin..i feel i will never buy another AE product again.. :mad: :( :eek:
Interesting..... my GT took a beating like no other and I never broke a single part with it! My xxx-nt on the other hand.... my god!

[67VWRACER]

I've had my FT GT for a long time, both bashing and racing, and it's been pretty reliable. I just don't crash it into curbs, rocks, etc.
I'm still waiting for the GT2 to arrive.... I can hardly wait!

[RControl Freak]

Now I'm REALLY glad I didn't buy that Losi XXX-T! :D

[ministerOFfire]

will i got a rc10gt rtr bout month ago.. i had gotton 2 of them 1 for son and 1 for mysefl.. i must say not to bad .. but always a but.. they r not built to take beatings thats for sure.. and as for lasting.. my god i been spending more money on hop ups then anything else.. i just dont udnerstand why build it if it can not take bashin....i have in both GTs around $1700 and iam still goin..i feel i will never buy another AE product again.. :mad: :( :eek:


...well they must have you hooked... :rolleyes:

[chilly4kc]

The manual is online now. You can view it here with these 2 links:

manual A (http://www.mediamax.com/teamassociated/manuals/7080_gt2_manuala.pdf)

manual b (http://www.mediamax.com/teamassociated/manuals/7080_gt2_manualb.pdf)

You must have at least Adobe Reader (http://www.adobe.com) installed to view it.

[Raster]

I wonder how tebo feels about having his paintjob on all of these?


It doesn't matter one whit, what Tebo feels about the paint job. He works for AE - they can put a picture of his face on the hood, if they want. It can drag miniature copies of his shoes behind the rear bumper and say "Just Married", for that matter - AE has the rights to him.

[vaderbxman]

Most exceellent! a definite next buy for me. I think it'll keep up with my dad's Nitro Evader ST, rofl!

[ikeikeike]

k:huh: :eek: NOOOO!Its not fair I spent all my money on the gt1 to get it going now that theres a numba 2 its pretty much a basher now!P.s. I dont wana bash it!ahhhhh man I was racing at my local track where we have a points series for cash and the guy that beat me and knocked me outa my spot for cash had a gt2 im dooooooooooooomed! :( :flame:gt2 I will destroy the gt2 it will be stoped from its evilestynesses i promise :teacher:

[RControl Freak]

?! :confused: :huh: :eek:

[vaderbxman]

?! :confused: :huh: :eek:

Yeah, my thoughts go with him on that one, rofl! :wow:

[GT Freak]

about time they shorten the lines....makes it a lot nicer looking.

[trd]

nice maybe i'll pick one up?

[RControl Freak]

Well, if the nitro stadium truck bug hits, this IS my truck! :D

[vaderbxman]

Hehe, at least we have similar tastes with nitro stadium trucks RControl Freak!! :)

[RCMTracer]

Front suspension, quick-change hubs, front wheels, hinge-pin brace, slipper clutch, shocks and ball diff all compatable with the T4!
And a two shoe nitro TC3 clutch!

Way to go ae! the GT2 blows the RC10GT out of the water, and their resourcefullness in clearly evident.

[vaderbxman]

The awesome thing with the GT2 is that it's backwards-compatible with pretty much anything!! The LHS about 60 miles away from here stocks a buttload of T4 parts and has at least 4 T4 on the wall, just recently stocked his shelves with 2 brand-new GT2 RTRs. OMG!! Must. Get. One, ARGH!!! *bangh head on keyboard until he gets one*

[RCMTracer]

k:huh: :eek: NOOOO!Its not fair I spent all my money on the gt1 to get it going now that theres a numba 2 its pretty much a basher now!P.s. I dont wana bash it!ahhhhh man I was racing at my local track where we have a points series for cash and the guy that beat me and knocked me outa my spot for cash had a gt2 im dooooooooooooomed! :( :flame:gt2 I will destroy the gt2 it will be stoped from its evilestynesses i promise :teacher:

You've spent so much money on your GT1 and still aren't winning races? Maybe its not the GT1's performance to blame, it just might be your driving skill.

[RControl Freak]

Ouch!!!!!

[vaderbxman]

That's one way to put it, lol.

I can't wait to get my January issue of RCCA, because they're doing the prebuilt review!!!! :D :)

[t9dragon]

I like the narrower chassis of the GT2. But like how easy the old GT is to work on.