HPI Venture18 Flux Brushless 1985 Toyota Hilux SR5 4WD 1:18 RTR RC Truck - Red

HPI Racing Venture18 – 1/18 Scale 4WD Trail Truck

The HPI Racing Venture18 is a compact yet highly capable off-road truck featuring a rugged formed steel C-channel chassis, realistic suspension, all-metal 2-speed transmission, and full-time locked differentials. Paired with the officially licensed 1985 Toyota Hilux SR5 body and a fully functional LED light system, this RTR model delivers outstanding scale realism and performance straight out of the box.

Factory-assembled and Ready-to-Run, the Venture18 includes a 600mAh LiPo battery and USB charger so you can hit the trails immediately.

Key Features

• Factory-assembled 1/18 scale 4WD electric off-road truck
• Officially licensed 1985 Toyota Hilux SR5 pre-painted polycarbonate body
• Clipless body mounting system with rear hinge and twist-lock
• Fully functional LED light system (front lights, turn signals, brake lights)
• All-metal servo-operated 2-speed transmission
• Formed steel C-channel chassis rails
• Locked front and rear differentials for maximum climbing traction
• Counter-rotating telescopic driveshafts with universal joints
• 4-link suspension front and rear
• Oil-filled aluminum-capped coilover shocks with threaded bodies
• Axle mounted metal-geared steering servo (AMS)
• Rockthorn 1.2" off-road tires on CS-10 3-piece beadlock “Steely” wheels
• Adjustable rock rail sliders for body protection and obstacle clearance
• 45° steering angle and 20° caster
• FLX18-3S20 waterproof ESC (2–3S LiPo compatible)
• High-torque 12-pole brushless outrunner motor
• TF-706 2.4GHz 6-channel radio system with light control
• Includes 7.4V 600mAh LiPo battery and USB charger
• Requires only 4 AA batteries for transmitter

Body Details

• Pre-painted Toyota Hilux SR5 body with clear windows
• Scale details: emblems, grill, door handles, wipers, mirrors
• Tube-style front and rear bumpers
• Dual-tube rollbar with 4 removable scale lights
• Light buckets for LED installation

Lighting System

• 5 selectable light modes (controlled via transmitter)
• Working turn signals, hazard lights and brake lights
• Functional front headlights

Performance Highlights

• Low gear ratio: 81.44:1 for slow, controlled crawling
• High gear ratio: 20.36:1 for speed and trail running
• Low center of gravity driveline for stable climbing
• Straight axles with high articulation (25.5°)
• Excellent ground clearance and approach/departure angles

Capability Angles & Ground Clearance

• Break-over angle: 55°
• Approach angle: 50.5°
• Departure angle: 44.8°
• Max climb angle: 57°
• Max tilt angle: 43°
• Axle articulation: 25.5°
• Ground clearance: 28.7mm
• Axle clearance: 17mm

Electronics

• Motor: 12-pole high-torque brushless outrunner
• ESC: FLX18 waterproof 2–3S compatible
• Servo: Water-resistant metal-geared SD-02MGWR (1.5kg-cm)
• Radio: TF-706 2.4GHz 6-channel system

Specifications

• Length: 272mm
• Width:
• Height: 125.6mm (with rollbar lights)
• Wheelbase: 155.4mm
• Running Weight: 0.50kg
• Weight Without Battery: 0.47kg
• Transmission Ratios: Low: 81.44:1 / High: 20.36:1
• Axle Ratio: 2.54:1

Included in the Box

• HPI Venture18 RTR Truck
• Official Toyota Hilux SR5 Body
• 600mAh 7.4V LiPo battery
• USB balance charger
• TF-706 2.4GHz radio system
• Instruction manual