PRESENTATION OF THE Cross-RC BT8 Rhino
The BT8 "Rhino" is a 4-axle, 8-wheel drive APC (BTR80), produced in the 1980s, capable of carrying a crew of 3 plus 7 passengers. It is still used in many countries and in peacekeeping forces.
The BT8 adopts an independent all-metal suspension structure on all 8 wheels, which greatly improves the strength and shock resistance of the driving system.
The independent suspensions are based on the real model , using 8 sets of torsion bars to cooperate with 12 shock absorbers , which have sufficient support and do not lose the pivoting posture. You can adjust the damping effect by changing the torsion bar group.
The all-wheel steering uses dual steering ratios on axles 1, 2 and axles 3 and 4 respectively. Through the mixture control operation, after adjusting the appropriate front and rear steering ratio, the minimum turning radius can be be reduced to 530mm.
CrossRC pioneered the "straight axis all-drive" belt transmission system with dynamic simulation model. The lightweight transmission structure reduces weight and improves transmission efficiency, further lowering the vehicle's center of gravity and improving maneuverability when crossing.
The BT8 is equipped with a two-speed gearbox , metal gears with a PTO. The gearbox adapts 0.8 modulus machined metal gears, which can adapt to different types of transmission systems.
The BT8 is amphibious and uses a water jet as a propulsion system while sailing. We designed two independent propulsion or PTO gearbox modes for users to choose what to install.
The design divides the driving module and equipment module into compartments, separating dry and wet areas. Each connection level of the module adopts a sealed and waterproof design, which effectively reduces the difficulty of maintenance after playing in the water.
Similar to the real model, the BT8 is equipped with a retractable wave pusher (water baffle), which can prevent water from overflowing into the body when floating in the water.
The upper structure is equipped with a 360° rotating turret , the barrel is made of CNC machined aluminum and it can be controlled up and down. The machine gun, smoke devices, infrared night vision devices are extremely detailed.
The bodywork includes various metal tow hooks, cables, crash guards and external infantry armrests.
FEATURES OF THE Cross-RC BT8 Rhino
Technical characteristics
- All-metal two-speed transmission
- 4 axles with 8 driving wheels
- Floats on the water
- All-metal 8-wheel independent suspension
- 8x8 belt drive
- Equipped with a retractable water deflector
- Infinitely rotating turret
- Model details: Periscopes, low-light night vision devices and infrared on the side.
- Model body details like metal tow hooks, cables and external infantry armrests.
Dimensions
- Length: 700mm
- width 278mm
- height 266mm
- turning radius 530mm
Necessary parts not included
- Radio + Receiver
- 2x Dimmers
- 3x Standard Servo
- 2x Micro servo
- Mini 10A nozzle
- Lipo battery
- Compatible charger
- ABS paint
