TLR is set to go HUGE later this summer with the new 1/5 5IVE-B Race Kit. Not only is it big, but it was specifically designed to bust out fast lap times down at your local track. You see, the 5IVE-B is based off the 8IGHT platform which is well known around the world for great handling and durability. Here is the scoop on the new 5IVE-B –

* Cab forward race body

* 5mm thick, hard anodized 6061-T6 aluminum chassis

* Heavy duty brakes

* Racing style wing

* Dual steering servos

* Receiver battery steel heat shield

* 24mm, hard anodized aluminum shocks w/ bleeder caps

* Aluminum clutch carrier and center-diff case

* Engine mounted spark plug protector

* Adjustable toe & anti-squat plates

* Lightweight one piece wheels

* Ball-bearing ackerman plate w/ nutted screws

* Axle boots

* Lightweight dog bones

* Special race style air filter

* Hard-anodized aluminum shock towers

The 5IVE-B will be street priced at $1,199 and it has a part number of #TLR05001 so you can get one on the pre-order list down at your LHS. It is set for an August release date and more details can be found at This Link on TLR’s website.

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