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HPI NEWS. lol said:The Savage XL - Extra Large Size and Mega Power!
The Savage XL is the extra-large, extra-tough and extra-powerful big brother to the Savage X monster truck. For improved stability and handling, the Savage XL has a 55mm longer wheelbase and a 25mm wider track. With a longer wheelbase, wider stance and huge 5.9cc (.36 cubic inch) engine, the Savage XL is ready to rock and roll right out of the box. The HPI design team added strategically strengthened hop-up parts to tame the massive K5.9 power for unmatched durability. The Savage XL soaks up the rough stuff with ease because it's the biggest, toughest, and most powerful Savage ever!
Now With 2.4GHz Radio Equipment!
The Savage XL now comes ready-to-run with a high quality 2.4GHz radio with excellent range, a high torque metal-gear steering servo, failsafe equipped receiver, throttle servo and a rechargeable Ni-MH receiver battery pack. No need to worry about radio conflicts, crystals, or radio interference, this Savage is equipped with the latest Spread Spectrum radio technology that delivers worry-free driving.
* Spread Spectrum DSSS - no frequency worries when running with dozens of cars at the same time
* 2.4GHz - high frequency operation eliminates radio interference
* Easy operation - simplified feature list avoids the complexity of computerized radios
* Ergonomic design - comfortable pistol grip handle and foam steering wheel
* No crystals needed - saves money and improves reliability
* Built-in failsafe function - protects the truck from low voltage runaways
* Steering dual rate - easily fine tune the steering to track conditions
* Servo reversing switches - quickly reverse the servos for multiple applications
* Low battery warning - a flashing LED indicates when the transmitter batteries are running low
Awesome XL Looks
The Savage XL definitely looks the part of the massive monster truck! The extended wheelbase is the perfect evolution of the Savage design, and the extended chassis and larger tires are a perfect match for the big 'GT Gigante' body!
The wide front grill and huge headlights of the GT Gigante body merge with the flared wheel arches front and rear for a huge 'wow factor,' adding to the impression of huge size and strength! The large Terra Pin tires fit the body perfectly for a scale monster truck look that's sure to intimidate the opposition at your local bashing arena! But the Savage XL isn't about just looking great, the HPI designers went all-out to make sure it performs as good as it looks!
Size Does Matter...
Bigger in every dimension than the standard Savage X, the Savage XL is longer, wider, taller, more ground clearance and tires that are nearly 7" in diameter! It's based on the practically indestructible Savage X chassis and features durability upgrades like thicker 3mm TVP chassis plates, 3mm alloy engine plate, machine-cut steel differential rings and pinion bevel gears, steel spur gear, heavy-duty clutchbell, extra heavy-duty dogbones, larger diff outdrives, machined brake hub, dual fiber disc brakes and much more!
Extra-Long Alloy Chassis
To get the long wheelbase of the Savage XL, the HPI designers developed extended TVP (Twin Vertical Plate) chassis made from 3mm thick 6061 aluminum. 6061-series aluminum is light and strong and provides the strength for stretching the Savage platform to its limits! The chassis has Savage XL logos etched into the chassis to really make it stand out! The engine is fitted to a one-piece engine mount with an extra-thick 3mm engine mounting plate. These are the thickest TVP and engine plate parts ever offered on a Savage monster truck, giving the Savage XL the strength to withstand the torque of the massive Nitro Star K5.9 engine.
Huge Terra Pin All-Terrain Tires
The large Terra Pin tires and TVP style chassis help give the Savage XL massive ground clearance of over 3 inches, allowing it to go over obstacles that would stop other monster trucks in their tracks! The Terra Pin tires stand tall at nearly 7" in diameter to soak up ruts, bumps, and rough landings. The tough spike pattern makes the Terra Pins great in grass and loose dirt, while the chevron center pattern give them directional stability on the harder surfaces. The tall sidewalls provide extra shock absorption and allow the tires to grip as they roll over obstacles.
3 Speed Transmission Installed
The Savage XL features the Savage 3-speed transmission to get the most out of the huge torque from the K5.9 engine. Metal gears and a high-speed 3rd gear give you legendary durability, consistent shifting, quick acceleration and high top speed. The transmission is fully adjustable, so you can choose when the Savage XL will shift into higher gear!
Wide Stance & 17mm Hex Hubs
To widen the stance of the Savage XL we added extended aluminum axles with 17mm hex hubs. These are lightweight and tough, and fit standard 17mm hex monster truck and truggy wheels. Serrated steel wheel nuts grip the wheels to keep them locked in place, making sure that you'll never see a wheel bouncing past your truck!
Tough Suspension Uprights
The XL features uprights designed for the power and weight of this massive beast! Beefier parts mean the truck can take more abuse and punishment, giving you plenty of big-air thrills without breaking parts.
Reinforced All-Metal Differentials
The Savage XL continues the tradition of tough, overbuilt HPI monster trucks with several new drivetrain parts that are a standard part of the Savage XL's arsenal of tricks. Machined steel diff rings and pinion bevel gears are built to take the power of 5.9cc of nitro-burning mayhem. Alloy diff cases and 4-gear diffs with new larger diff outdrives and axles round out the ultra-strong differentials.
Larger Diff Outdrives
Getting the power to the dogbones are large, thick and strong diff outdrive cups. These machined steel outdrives can take the punishment of the K5.9 engine to get you through the toughest driving conditions!