Desert rally racing has its roots in the rugged long-distance off-road events that emerged throughout the 20th century where durability was a must to tackle the gnarly elements they emerged upon. Early competitions challenged drivers to cross vast stretches of deserts through high-speed and technical terrain with minimal support. Over time, specialized rally trucks evolved from modified production vehicles into purpose-built machines designed to withstand thousands of miles of punishment. Events over several continents helped establish these Rally races as one of the most demanding categories in motorsports, showcasing massive suspension travel, powerful engines, and the ability to conquer some of the harshest environments on Earth.
Today, off-road rally trucks continue to push the limits of off-road engineering. These vehicles must maintain high speeds across unpredictable terrain while carrying enough strength and reliability to survive multi-day events. Drivers and teams face constantly changing conditions, from towering dunes and rocky mountain passes to dry lake beds and technical desert trails. Success often comes down to a balance of performance, strategy, navigation, and mechanical durability. While many classes exist, the truck class has earned a reputation for producing some of the most spectacular racing moments, defying what only thought was possible for these behemoths.
The same look, feel and spirit that drives full-scale desert rally racing is now available in the new 1/18 DKR-4 Fortis Rally Truck from Hobby Plus. While smaller in size, we’ve built it to tackle dirt, gravel, sand, and rough terrain in much the same way as their full-scale counterparts. Long-travel suspension, durable HD metal drivetrain, realistic rally features such as two full-size spares, HD metal driveshafts, axles and outdrives, all-terrain Rally inspired tires, gullwing doors for rear bed accessibility, tilt cab for easy electronics access, remote operated front recovery winch, and a remote operated 2-speed transmission with neutral allow hobbyists to experience the excitement of rallying across a variety of terrain on a smaller scale.
Whether racing around a backyard course, exploring local trails, or competing at organized events, the 1/18 DKR-4 Fortis captures the adventure, endurance, and off-road capability that has made desert rally truck racing a favorite among motorsports fans around the world.
Please note* Some of the internal photos show the brushless ESC and Motor, and the exterior may be red in some pics. This is so you can see the vehicle with the stock product photos provided from the manufacture. The version you will receive is white and brushed just like the title, details and rest of the photos show.
Product Features:
- Stout .280 37T Brushed Motor
- FlySky ESC/RX Combo. Brushless ready by adding and BL ESC and Motor.
- Front and Rear Axles are Locked
- Versatile and easy to access battery compartment with supplied tool
- Gullwing Rear Panels provide access to the battery, ESC/Receiver
- 1.3" x 68mm Tires/Wheels with 7mm Hexes
- Tilt Cab function for ease of access to ESC and interior
- Sway Bars Preinstalled for better high-speed performance
- Oil-filled/threaded shocks
- HD metal outdrives, dogbones and CV style Driveshafts
- Long travel suspension set-up
- CNC Aluminum chassis rails
- Rally inspired realistic tread design
- Full Metal gears throughout drivetrain
- Steel ball-studs throughout
- FlySky 6-Channel Transmitter
- 2S 7.4v 60mmmAh LiPo battery with XT30 Power Connector
- Water Resistant Electronics
- USB Charger
- Over a dozen option parts available
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Worldwide Parts Support
- Total Length: 218mm
- Width: 112mm
- Height: 80.5mm at full droop
- Wheelbase: 133.5
- Weight: 225 grams
- Clearance: 17.5mm at full droop
- Drivetrain: 2wd
- Shocks: Oil-filled Coil Springs, Threaded
- Front Wheel: OD 42mm X 17mm x 10.4mm, 7mm Hex
- Rear Wheel: OD 42mm X 17mm, 7mm hex
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Tires: Super Soft Sidepin Aggressive Pin Design
Electronics Specifications:
- Transmitter TX: FlySky 2.4ghz 2-channel
- RX: FLYSKY 2ch ESC/RX combo (PPX4 grade water resistant)
- Protocol: 2A-BS
- Battery: 7.4v 2S LiPo 350mah
- ESC: FlySky ESC/RX Combo. 2S Maximum. Brushless Ready by adding an BL ESC and Motor.
- Power Plug: PH 2.0
- Balance Plug and USB Charge Plug: JST-XH 2S
- Motor: .050 37 Turn
- USB Charger: USB with indicator. Red for Charging, Blinking Red is battery fault, Off or Green is charged.
- Steering Servo: 5G
Standard Gear Ratio:
Pinion Gear Spur Gear FDR 11T0.5M 45T0.5M 14.03:1 12.85:1
Optional Gear Ratios with Gears Purchased Separately
Pinion Gear Spur Gear FDR
12T0.5M 45T0.5M 12.85:1 13T0.5M 45T0.5M 11.87:1
11T0.5M 42T0.5M 13.09:1
12T0.5M 42T0.5M 12:1
13T0.5M 42T0.5M 11.07:1
Included in Box:
RTR RC Truck
Manual
USB Charger & Battery
Radio Transmitter
Optional Springs & 4 Way Wrench