Losi's new brushless-powered 1/6-scale Audi R8 GT3 60+mph AWD supercar [VIDEO]

0 July 30, 2015, 11:23 a.m.

By Aaron Waldron
LiveRC.com

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The Audi R8 LMS ultra created by the Belgian W-Racing Team was designed to do one thing, go head-to-head in GT3 class racing against the world's best. The 1/6-scale AWD Losi® Audi R8 LMS ultra honors the W-Racing Team's creation with an impressive scale model that puts you in charge of a no-holds-barred RC supercar. If speed is what you desire most, then look no further. Featuring a massive 1200Kv brushless motor typically found in 1/5-scale vehicles and an impressive 160A ESC, the Audi R8 LMS ultra surpasses nearly every other RC supercar on the market with speeds of 60+ MPH. To help manage this outrageous power, Spektrum™ AVC® (Active Vehicle Control™ ) technology has been included. Using AVC you can dial in extra directional stability and throttle control and harness the ridiculous power of this impressive supercar.

Losi™ 6IX™ Platform

Losi platforms are standouts in the world of RC driving; the 6IX platform is no different. This chassis design is ideal for the trials and tribulations of a supercar and features a solid 3mm aluminum build and shaft-driven AWD drivetrain.

Dynamite® 1200Kv Brushless Motor

Typically reserved for larger vehicles the motor of the Audi R8 LMS ultra delivers brutal speeds and acceleration when you need it most for ballistic top speeds and mind bending drifting.

Dynamite® Waterproof Brushless ESC

This unbeatable supercar comes well-equipped for the trials and tribulations of up to 6S of dual LiPo batter power with a Dynamite® 160A ESC pre-wired for with EC5™ connectors. Best of all, the waterproof nature of this ESC means weather won't slow you down whenever you get the urge to drive or drift.

AVC® Enhanced Spektrum™ SRS4201 Receiver

Thanks to the inclusion of AVC , you can maximize the ridiculous power that's packed into the Losi Audi R8. Genuine AVC (Active Vehicle Control) technology and extended range 2.4GHz connectivity ensure you can experience interference-free driving, even from afar.

Impressive Scale Body

From its hood to its spoiler, the attention to detail paid to this supercar body borders on obsessive. To help evoke the look and appeal of its inspiration scale details including official graphics, molded grill, mirrors, canards, diffuser, and splitter put this model miles ahead of other supercars.

Spektrum™ DX2E V3 Transmitter

The Spektrum™ DX2E V3 transmitter features extended range DSMR technology and superior comfort as well as AVC compatibility.

18mm Aluminum, Adjustable, Oil-filled, Coilover Shocks

The oversized threaded-aluminum, oil-filled, coil-over shocks on the Losi Audi R8 are built to be as dependable and durable as possible and are optimized for enhanced performance. Threaded bodies and collars allow for easy adjustments and fine tuning.

Specifications:
Type: Touring Car
Scale: 1/6
Length: 32.1 in (814.50mm)
Width: 14.2 in (360.85mm)
Height: 8.6 in (218.80mm)
Ground Clearance: 0.75 in (19mm)
Wheelbase: 18.8 in (477.5mm)
Weight: 14.25 lb (6.5kg)
Chassis: 3mm Plate, 6061-T6 Aluminum
Suspension: Independent
Drivetrain: 4WD
Tire Type: 4.8 in (121mm) Circuit F6
Motor or Engine: 58×88mm Non-Sensored Brushless
Speed Control: Included
Radio: DX2e with AVC 4201 receiver
Servos: Included
Batteries: Not included
Charger: Not included
Gear Pitch: 1.5 Module
Wheel Size: Diameter: 3.8 in (96mm); Width: 1.9 in (48mm)
Kit/RTR: RTR
Shock Type: Aluminum Body, Threaded, Fluid Filled, Machined 6-Hole Piston
Body: Audi R8 WRT Racing Team
Ball Bearings: Full Precision Ball Bearings
Experience Level: Intermediate
Assembly Time: Less than 1 Hour
Is Assembly Required: No