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Our Verdict
The Mini-B started a whole racing movement. For pocket change you get a tiny 1/16 buggy that's spawned organized racing classes nationwide. You can race in a parking lot. The upgrade ecosystem for something this cheap is honestly absurd.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Spawned an entire racing community with organized events
- +Battery and charger included at impulse-buy territory pricing
- +Huge upgrade ecosystem for its size
- +Under 1 lb, so crashes rarely break anything
- +Race it in a parking lot, gym, or basement
- +Legitimate competitive platform, not just a toy
- +Your first upgrade will probably cost more than the car (and that's fine)
Cons
- -20 mph feels slow if you're used to bigger cars
- -Brushed motor caps the performance
- -Not waterproof
Performance Profile
Losi Mini-B
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Want to start racing without a big investment? Join the Mini-B scene.
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Overview
The Losi Mini-B is a 1/16-scale 2WD brushed buggy priced at $129.99 MSRP. It has a manufacturer-claimed top speed of 20 mph. It weighs 0.97 lbs and measures 12.25" long. Battery: 650mAh 2S.
Full Specifications
Performance
Top Speed20 mph
Drivetrain2WD
Motor TypeBrushed
Dimensions
Length12.25 in
Width7.32 in
Height4.13 in
Wheelbase8.39 in
Ground Clearance0.47 in
Chassis
Weight0.97 lbs
Battery650mAh 2S
Features
WaterproofNo
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