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RC CARS | Home » » » LOSI 1/36 MICRO-DESERT TRUCK RTR | | | | | | | Description: | | Complete RTR, everything included. Extended chassis for increased stability and scale looks. Fully independent suspension with friction dampers.
Differential-equipped transmission with adjustable slipper. Powerful micro motor for quick acceleration and impressive top speed. | | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 9.2 inches | | Product Width:
| 8.8 inches | | Product Height:
| 6.8 inches | | Product Weight:
| 2.0 pounds | | Package Length:
| 9.3 inches | | Package Width:
| 8.6 inches | | Package Height:
| 6.7 inches | | Package Weight:
| 2.8 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 7 reviews |
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17 of 18 found the following review helpful:
 This is what RC "toys" should beFeb 18, 2008
By J. Veitch
"TiVoholic"
The Micro Desert Truck (DT) is almost the exact same vehicle as the Losi Micro-T, so reviews of the Micro-T should also be helpful. There are a couple differences between the models. The DT has a slightly longer wheelbase from a longer chassis, and it sports a roomier battery compartment (you REALLY have to push to get the LiPo battery pack into the Micro-T).
If you're a parent and wondering why you should spend double the price of a Tyco car for this little thing, you should keep several things in mind: it's repairable, rebuildable, and upgradeable. Unlike another RC car that will never get played with once it breaks or stops being fun, the Losi Micro Trucks have replacement parts available at your local hobby store or all over the internet, including here. Everything from the entire gearbox pre-assembled to the spur gears to the differential can be ordered. I don't know if I would call it super-educational, but I do believe that assembling models and kits is a very enriching experience for both children and adults. There are also modifications available that range from carbon fiber and aluminum chassis parts to Lithium Polymer batteries and brushless motors. The internet is full of forums and videos of great things people have done with these.
Pros:
* Finally, an RC stadium truck that actually looks like a stadium truck
* Comes with EVERYTHING to get started, even batteries
* Can be repaired, rebuilt, and upgraded
* If your kid stops playing with it, then it's yours!
* Uses normal size AM 27Mhz transmitter/receiver crystals, so you can switch channels
Cons:
* Short run time with included battery
* Charger is powered by AA batteries. A wall charger is available separately.
* It is REALLY small! A #00 Philips screwdriver and tweezers will be needed to do any work on it
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Makes you feel like a kid again!Jan 01, 2008
By J. Lee
This is a fun, practical small scale RC. I've had Xmods, Xmods Evolution, Iwaver cars (Mini-Z clone), and Iwaver Monster trucks. The Losi Micro-T is the most fun out of the box. Tile, Carpet, Pavement present no problems for the Micro-T. The suspension on it makes jumping and landing it fun and controllable. It is quick out of the box. The quality level on this is much better than any of the Xmods/Iwavers I had, and it should be as it is more expensive. I would recommend this to any adult or responsible kid. Nothing has broken on mine, but it's entirely possible that something will, if you don't treat it right(Because it is so small). Luckily since Losi is a big name RC company there are full replacement parts available as well as aftermarket hop-ups(upgrades). I have bearings and a Losi Lipo Battery pack on the way!
I highly recommend this!
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
FUN! bit-sizedJul 10, 2011
By BeoWUlf1973
I have the Micro T and the DT, both worth the money. First off....the charger is a joke, while I appreciate Losi's IDEA of a portable charger; the thing is junk. One completely fried and the other eats AA batteries and only charges for 10 mins sometimes... Ordered wall chargers.
I run them on carpet and the impacts are not crazy, but they are fast enough to swipe off an arm or wheel in a basement environment.
The DT is the T w/ a extented chassis and geared higher. (I see the torque in the Micro T but they seem to be equal in top speed)
PS. the T runs great with DT tires (Micro REVO)
Fun to mod but, the parts are TINY! beware...
Lots of parts (tires, batteries, bearings, Hop-ups and tracks)
I put mine on a better Transmitter (the stock one is ok w/ fresh batteries)
FUN
My Nephew Loved it!Jan 06, 2012
By KC
"KC"
I bought this as a gift for my nephew since he liked watching me play with my Hobbygrade RC cars. I was surprised with the build quality of this product. very sturdy and if it breaks it will be fixable since there are so many aftermarket parts for it. Worked great out of the box! my recommendation is get a real battery charger. The one that comes in a box is good for temp use. It can damage the battery over time if left charging too long. RECOMMENDED!
Great truck!Nov 01, 2011
By David
This truck is great fun! Nice addition to my RC line up. Will eventually upgrade a few things. Motor and battery. Nice thing is its hobby grade RC so you can fix and upgrade. Have fun.
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