RC28R with Body and Tires Team Kit

1:28 Scale 2WD Electric On-Road Competition Kit

SKU: #20165 + Body and Tires

Overview

Introducing the Team Associated RC28R Team Kit — a compact, high-performance on-road race car designed with the same AREA 51 engineering precision found in every Team Associated product.

Though small in scale, the RC28R delivers big performance in an easy-to-set-up package, perfect for competitive indoor racing or fun in tight spaces.

Key Features

• RADBODY Mako X clear body and tires included

• Fixed-arm front suspension with optional molded upper arms for adjustable caster and camber

• Front bulkhead design allows quick upper arm changes with consistent alignment

• Optimized steering geometry and adjustable servo mount to fine-tune Ackermann

• Steel chassis plate for a low center of gravity

• Quick-access battery holder – remove the battery without disturbing the center shock

• Torsion-style side links replace traditional side springs (soft, medium, and hard options included)

• Adjustable rear pod roll center inserts to tune chassis roll based on grip level

• Side damper tubes for optimized roll geometry

• Threaded aluminum center shock with adjustable droop and spring collar

• Two-piece rear pod with adjustable axle heights using Factory Team carbon fiber shims

• Gear differential included, compatible with various aftermarket options

• Hard plastic and polycarbonate body mount options included

• White wheels compatible with optional front wheel flanges to fine-tune steering response

• Universal front bumper included

• Backed by Team Associated’s quality, distribution, support, and customer service

Tuning & Setup Highlights

• Pitch, roll, and droop can be finely adjusted via the center shock and damper system

• Easily change axle height and ride height for different tire diameters

• Tune caster, camber, and Ackermann for precise steering feel

Recommended Tools & Accessories

To assemble and maintain your RC28R, you may need:

• Silicone Shock Fluid (Refer to Team Associated catalog)

• Silicone Diff Fluid (Refer to Team Associated catalog)

• Body Scissors (AE Part #1737)

• Reamer / Hole Punch

• FT Wrench Set (AE Part #1519)

• Hobby Knife

• Needle Nose Pliers

• Wire Cutters

• Soldering Iron

• Calipers or Precision Ruler

• Drivers:

  • 1.5mm hex

  • .050” hex

  • 1.3mm hex

  • 0.9mm hex

  • 4.5mm nut driver

  • PH00 driver

Specifications

• Scale: 1:28

• Drive: 2WD Electric On-Road

• Chassis: Steel plate with carbon fiber shims

• Suspension: Fixed-arm front / torsion side links rear

• Shock: Threaded aluminum center shock

• Body: RADBODY Mako X clear

• Wheels: White (tunable with front flanges)

Compact. Tunable. Built to race.
The RC28R Team Kit delivers professional-level performance in a small-scale package — designed for racers who demand precision, adjustability, and fun.

RC28R Gear Differential Set 21642

RC28R FT Sidewall Flange Set, White

RC28R FT Sidewall Flange Set, Yellow

RC28R Wheel Set, White

RC28R Wheel Set, Yellow

The Sonic 1525 is designed specifically for 1:28 and other micro vehicles intended for competition use. Thanks to input from our racing team and customers, the Reedy development team has created reliable, yet powerful design featuring the latest brushless motor technology along with the engineering experience that is responsible for 30 World Championship titles.

This part fits the following vehicles

• RC28 Team 
• RC28R Team 
• RC10 Model 24 Classic