[Chilly Duncan]

Latest from HPI:

The HPI Savage is an Award-Winning series of 4x4 monster trucks that continue to push the limits with performance, reliability and ease of use. Now with the release of the new Savage XL Octane, that level of excellence has been raised to new heights. Fans are now treated to a newly updated design of the legendary Savage platform with an awesome gasoline engine that will surprise even the most experienced drivers. The new Savage XL Octane has a host of features that throw the rulebook out and all in a great Ready-To-Run package. This revolutionary new engine will give you more torque plus longer runtime. Combined with the host of new updated performance parts to the legendary Savage platform, the Savage XL Octane will leave all other competitors in the dust!

Features:

• All-new 15CC gasoline powered “Octane” engine.
• All-new ducted fan design keeps the engine cooler and more efficient.
• All-new tuned pipe matches perfect to the “Octane” engine for increased torque and overall power.
• All-new composite, triple-disc brake system.
• All-new XL truck body with scale detail and thick polycarbonate for increased toughness.
• All-new extra-strength composite roll cage increases durability.
• All-new extra large fuel tank increases the already amazing runtime.
• All-new designed alloy TVP (Twin Vertical Plate) chassis.
• Full-time shaft drive 4WD system for maximum grip, power and acceleration.
• Proven 2-stage, oversized, oil-filled shocks.
• Sealed all-metal differentials with bulletproof bevel gears help tame the massive torque.
• 2.4GHz radio technology.
• Tough dual-stage air filter.
• Heavy-duty cam-type servo saver steering system.
• All-terrain tires w/ standardized Savage 17mm Hex Hubs.
• Proven Savage XL 3 Speed transmission.
• Proven Savage XL suspension uprights.
• Machined Steel Spur Gear.
• High Torque Metal Gear Steering Servo.
• Rechargeable receiver pack and charger.
• Front and rear bumpers help protect against big hits.
• Extra tough slipper clutch for drivetrain security

[LongRat]

It's been a while coming!
I would like to know what type of ignition system this runs. By the look of those chassis plates, this is HEAVY.

[Koko]

LOVE IT...PRICE...and when will it be available! Ready to sell my Flux. Hoping they keep it under a $1000.

Looks like some changes compared to the photos here.

http://radiocontrolzone.com/showthread.php?t=265653

[SuburbnHooligan]

about time. they've only been dangling this carrot in front of us for what, about a year now?

sounds cool, but iv got a strong feeling it's going to be another "not for me" truck.

[andystoybox]

Originally Posted by Koko

LOVE IT...PRICE...and when will it be available! Ready to sell my Flux. Hoping they keep it under a $1000.

Looks like some changes compared to the photos here.

http://radiocontrolzone.com/showthread.php?t=265653

Really???? $1000???? How about making the hobby affordable. If we wanted to pay 1/5th scale prices we would all own a 1/5th scale truck or buggy.

[rccardude04]

Yes. Want.

But only when they put out an SS version with the 2-speed instead of the 3-speed.

-Eric

[Koko]

Originally Posted by andystoybox

Really???? $1000???? How about making the hobby affordable. If we wanted to pay 1/5th scale prices we would all own a 1/5th scale truck or buggy.

I wholeheartedly agree. My guess is $899. with a street price around $820. It's going to be more than it's 1/8 electric/nitro counterparts.

[packhntr]

Honestly, I do not think the price will be too bad,.......Why? Look at it. It's mostly off the shelf Savage parts. The only thing "new" is the engine, fuel lines, fuel tank, brakes (partly), rollcage and a few odds and ends. If this is going to be priced as high as some are thinking (850-1000), then HPI needs to get in touch with reality.

[SuburbnHooligan]

im betting it first hits the shelf at about $700 and then comes down a bit from there after the first wave is over with.
which is still way to high in my book. then again i think all the fuel powered savages are over priced. (and don't get me started on the flux. the price tag on that thing is delusional)

[Old_School_RC_1]

Originally Posted by packhntr

Honestly, I do not think the price will be too bad,.......Why? Look at it. It's mostly off the shelf Savage parts. The only thing "new" is the engine, fuel lines, fuel tank, brakes (partly), rollcage and a few odds and ends. If this is going to be priced as high as some are thinking (850-1000), then HPI needs to get in touch with reality.

Ever seen the Baja 5sc?

Price is going to be high to start. Lots of development costs with that new engine. 699 is my guess.

[packhntr]

Originally Posted by Old_School_RC_1

Ever seen the Baja 5sc?

Price is going to be high to start. Lots of development costs with that new engine. 699 is my guess.

As a matter of fact I have...and HPI is smoking some good stuff!!!! BUT to be honest, a lot of the high price in that vehicle is in the overpriced Castle Creations electronics.

As for a guess on price on this new beast.....I'd have to guess 700-800.

[matt_basher]

I'm glad I hear about this Savage Octane before I ordered an XL, as this will be that, with a better engine. But do you all think the Savage X is still a good truck to get? For just a little over $400 you can the X with all the starter accessories, and who knows how much this Octane truck will cost. And it may not be released for 4+ months. I need to get something in the meantime though, maybe a brushless Stampede even, then If I got the Savage Octane later on I'd have an awesome electric and a gas truck. I just don't want to buy the Savage X only to want the Octane one just a few months later. The Savage Flux is just do damn expensive, and for the kind of light bashing I'll be doing, I think the Stampede will be almost as fun. I'm so ready for a monster truck.

[Old_School_RC_1]

I just bought an XL kinda. It's an X, XL, or 1/5 depending on that chassis I put on it. Got a bunch of parts with it.

Had a Savage in the past, they are great handlers, fast, and very tough trucks. The 4.6 motor is probably the beefiest nitro motor I've ever owned. It's huge.

[luvnitro]

I wonder if HPI will offer an engine conversion package to go in another brand of truck? I have several Assoc. MGT's and would love to put one of these engines in a truck.