Based on the ultra successful Serpent 950, the 'R' represents refinement to an already highly competitive car. Taking the basics we have further tweaked the design to improve balance & handling, lower the center of gravity and make the car easier to use. The results are innovative without being too radical, Performance through Evolution.
| Major titles: | 2003 European Champion, 2003 US National Champion, 2003 US Winternats Champion |
| Clutch system: | Centax-II™ clutch system with interchangeable hard anodized alu. gears 16-19T std |
| Instructions: | Full color instruction manual and set-up guide |
| Max. speed: | 120km/h + |
| Suspension: | Independant double wishbone suspension. Optional pushrod activated front shock absorber system |
| Not included: | Engine and pipe, body, radio equipment, 5-cell battery pack |
| Chassis: | 5mm 7075 aerospace quality aluminum, precision CNC machined |
| Shock absorbers: | 4-Step adjustable hydraulic shocks, composite shock bodies with keyed shock pistons |
| Radio plate: | 2.5mm carbon fiber, CNC machined with laid down throttle and steering servos |
| Wheel base: | Adjustable 296 - 300mm +/-1.7mm |
| Fuel tank: | 125cc new design with AFL lid |
| Track-width front: | 250mm - 260mm |
| Front axle: | Aluminum front axle with one-way bearings. New adjustable front belt tension |
| Track-width rear: | 260mm - 266mm |
| Rear axle: | Solid rear axle |
| Purpose: | High-end competition |
| Adjustability: | Camber, Caster, Down-stops, Up-stops, Toe-in, Track width, Wheel base, Front roll center |
| Gearbox: | Lightweight 2-speed with interchangeable color coded gears 45-48T std |
| Class: | 1/8th scale gas on-road, IFMAR rules |
| Weight: | 2.520kg (depending on radio |