- Model number: ARA550064
- Brand: ARRMA dBoots
- Scale: 1/5
- Wheel bead diameter: 4.8 inches (122mm)
- Tyre width: 3.7 inches (94mm)
- Overall diameter: 8 inches (203mm)
- Wheel hex size: 24mm
- Wheel hex connection: Steel reinforced
- Wheel design: Classic-spoke
- Wheel material: Tough nylon
- Wheel colour: Black
- Tyre tread type: Multi-surface chunky tread pattern
- Tyre compound: High-quality rubber
- Tyre mounting: Pre-glued factory assembly
- Foam insert material: High-quality foam
- Foam insert design: Specially formulated for balance of grip and handling
- Package contents: 2 x dBoots Backflip wheel, tyre and insert assemblies
- Compatible vehicles: ARRMA Kraton 8S 4x4 RTR (ARA110002), ARRMA Kraton 8S EXB 4x4 Roller (ARA5208), ARRMA Outcast 8S AVC 4x4 RTR (ARA5810), ARRMA Outcast 8S EXB 4x4 Roller (ARA5210)
- Position: Front and Rear
- Tyre features: Multi-surface versatility, long-lasting durability, trouble-free pre-glued fit
- Wheel features: Stylish classic-spoke design, increased structural strength, durable construction
Overview
The dBoots Backflip Tire Set, Glued is a premium replacement wheel and tyre package designed specifically for large-scale 1/5 RC trucks. These high-quality dBoots tyres come pre-mounted on ARRMA wheels and arrive factory-glued, making them direct replacements for your kit items without the hassle of fitting and bonding. Whether you're running an ARRMA Kraton 8S, Outcast 8S, or similar 1/5 scale brushless truck, this is the ideal upgrade or replacement solution for serious RC enthusiasts in the UK who demand reliability and performance.
If you're searching for ready-to-fit replacement tyres for your 1/5 RC truck, or looking to upgrade your current setup with a proven tyre system, the Backflip set represents excellent value and convenience. The pre-glued construction eliminates the uncertainty of DIY gluing, ensuring perfect fit and saving you valuable setup time so you can get straight to bashing or racing. These tyres are engineered to handle the demands of high-powered brushless RC trucks, offering multi-surface capability that works across various terrain types.
RC enthusiasts choosing the dBoots Backflip Tire Set benefit from ARRMA's engineering expertise combined with dBoots' reputation for quality rubber compounds and tread design. The complete package includes everything you need to maintain peak performance on your 1/5 scale RC vehicle, with no additional glue, wheels, or inserts required.
Key Features
- Multi-surface chunky tread pattern — The aggressive tread design delivers exceptional traction across a variety of surfaces and conditions, from hard-packed tracks to loose terrain, giving you confidence in all driving scenarios without needing to swap tyres for different environments.
- High-quality rubber compound — These tyres are crafted from premium rubber that resists wear and maintains grip even after extended use, ensuring long-lasting durability and consistent performance through multiple bashing sessions or race days.
- Pre-glued for instant use — The factory gluing eliminates the tedious and sometimes unreliable process of hand-gluing tyres, saving time and ensuring a perfect bond that won't fail during aggressive driving or high-speed runs.
- Classic-spoke wheel design — Beyond pure aesthetics, the classic-spoke design provides increased structural strength compared to simpler wheel designs, handling the forces generated by 1/5 scale brushless motors during acceleration, jumping, and cornering.
- Tough nylon wheel construction — The wheels are manufactured from durable nylon that resists impact damage and maintains integrity on all surfaces, whether you're bashing on grass, tarmac, gravel, or concrete, providing long service life and reducing replacement frequency.
- Steel-reinforced 24mm hexagon — The hexagon mounting point features steel reinforcement to withstand extreme driving forces without stripping or bending, ensuring reliable performance during aggressive acceleration and hard landings while also enabling easy maintenance and tyre changes.
- High-quality foam inserts — The specially formulated foam provides excellent structural support for the tyre tread, creating the optimal balance between aggressive grip for acceleration and cornering response with manageable handling characteristics that prevent the vehicle from feeling twitchy or unstable.
- Black colour styling — The black finish matches ARRMA's iconic aesthetic, giving your 1/5 RC truck a head-turning appearance that complements the brand's aggressive styling philosophy.
- 8-inch overall diameter — The 203mm overall diameter provides the perfect rolling circumference for 1/5 scale trucks, offering a good balance between ground clearance, speed, and torque delivery from your brushless power system.
Technical Performance
The dBoots Backflip Tire Set delivers professional-grade performance for 1/5 scale RC trucks. With a wheel bead diameter of 4.8 inches (122mm) and a width of 3.7 inches (94mm), these tyres are specifically engineered for the larger platforms of 1/5 brushless RC vehicles like the ARRMA Kraton 8S and Outcast 8S. The overall diameter of 8 inches (203mm) ensures optimal compatibility with these high-powered platforms. The 24mm hex connection provides a robust interface that can handle the extreme torque and lateral forces generated by 8S LiPo powered brushless systems. The multi-surface chunky tread pattern is designed through comprehensive testing to provide consistent grip whether you're driving on carpet, hard-packed clay tracks, grass fields, or mixed terrain conditions. The foam inserts are engineered to absorb impacts whilst maintaining tyre shape integrity, which is critical for vehicles operating at high speeds or experiencing repeated jumps and landings. The high-quality rubber compound used in these tyres is formulated for longevity, resisting the heat generation that occurs during extended driving sessions and maintaining its grip characteristics even as it wears over time. This is a genuine ARRMA product engineered to the same standards as the vehicles they're designed to fit, ensuring seamless compatibility and performance alignment with your brushless RC truck.
What's in the Box
- 2 x dBoots Backflip wheel, tyre and foam insert assemblies (pre-glued and ready to fit)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are these tyres suitable for my 1/5 scale RC truck? — Yes, the dBoots Backflip Tire Set is specifically designed as a direct replacement for ARRMA 1/5 scale trucks including the Kraton 8S and Outcast 8S models. The 24mm hex connection and overall dimensions are engineered for these large-scale vehicles, making them a perfect fit for high-powered brushless platforms.
- Do I need to glue these tyres myself? — No, these tyres arrive factory pre-glued, eliminating the need for tyre glue and the uncertainty of hand-gluing. Simply fit them to your vehicle's hex hubs and you're ready to drive, saving time and ensuring a perfect bond that won't fail during aggressive driving.
- What surfaces can I use these tyres on? — The multi-surface chunky tread pattern makes these tyres exceptionally versatile. They work well on hard-packed clay tracks, grass fields, loose gravel, tarmac, and mixed terrain. This makes them an excellent choice for UK drivers who want one set of tyres that can handle various driving locations without swapping between different compounds or designs.
- How long do these tyres last? — The high-quality rubber compound and construction are designed for durability and longevity. Lifespan depends on driving style, terrain, and frequency of use, but the premium materials and engineering ensure these tyres will provide extended service compared to budget alternatives. Regular rotation between front and rear positions can also extend tyre life.
- What is the 24mm hex connection? — The 24mm hex is a standard mounting point on large-scale 1/5 RC trucks that connects the wheel to the vehicle's drive axles. The steel reinforcement ensures it can handle the extreme torque from brushless motors without stripping or bending, and the standard size makes servicing and maintenance straightforward.
- Are these compatible with my ARRMA model? — These tyres are confirmed compatible with the ARRMA Kraton 8S (4x4 RTR and EXB variants), the ARRMA Outcast 8S (4x4 RTR and EXB variants). Check your vehicle model number against the compatibility list to confirm fit before ordering.
- Can I use these for competitive racing or just casual bashing? — The professional engineering and quality construction make these tyres suitable for both casual weekend bashing and competitive racing applications. The consistent grip, durability, and proven design work well in both contexts, though your specific usage will determine replacement frequency.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the dBoots Backflip Tire Set, Glued (1 pair) today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
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