- Manufacturer: Losi
- Part Number: Z-LOS232008
- EAN: 605482623473
- Spare Part Type: Drivetrain Spares
- Ring Gear Teeth: 40T
- Pinion Gear Teeth: 14T
- Gear Ratio: 2.86:1 (40÷14)
- Application: Losi Baja Rey
- Compatibility: Front and Rear (FR/RR)
- RRP: £39.99
- Price: £37.99
Overview
The Losi 40T Ring & 14T Pinion Gear set (part number Z-LOS232008) is an essential drivetrain spare component designed specifically for the Losi Baja Rey RC vehicle. Whether you're a dedicated RC car enthusiast in the UK maintaining your Baja Rey or a weekend basher looking to replace worn or damaged gearing, this authentic Losi spare part delivers the exact specifications your vehicle needs for optimal performance. The combination of a 40-tooth ring gear paired with a 14-tooth pinion gear provides the correct gear ratio for your Baja Rey's drivetrain system, ensuring smooth power delivery and reliable acceleration across both front and rear applications.
For RC model enthusiasts who demand quality and compatibility, choosing genuine manufacturer spares like this Losi gear set is crucial. This isn't a generic substitute—it's the original equipment specification that your Baja Rey was engineered to use. Whether you're replacing gears after intensive racing sessions, setting up multiple vehicle configurations, or simply maintaining your RC car collection to keep everything running at peak efficiency, this front and rear gear combination is an indispensable part of your maintenance toolkit. UK RC car owners who take their hobby seriously understand the importance of using authentic spares to preserve vehicle longevity and performance characteristics.
The Losi brand is renowned throughout the RC hobby community for precision engineering and reliability, and this gear set exemplifies that commitment to quality. By choosing genuine Losi components, you're investing in parts that have been tested and verified to work seamlessly with your Baja Rey's transmission system, guaranteeing compatibility and performance that aftermarket alternatives simply cannot match.
Key Features
- 40-Tooth Ring Gear — The larger ring gear component is engineered to work in conjunction with the pinion gear to create the proper gear ratio for your Baja Rey, directly affecting acceleration, top speed characteristics, and overall drivetrain efficiency under load.
- 14-Tooth Pinion Gear — This smaller pinion gear meshes with the ring gear to transmit power from the motor to the wheels, with the 40:14 ratio providing a balanced setup suitable for typical Baja Rey driving conditions and performance requirements.
- Front and Rear Compatibility — Designed to function in both FR (front) and RR (rear) positions on your Baja Rey, this gear set provides a complete drivetrain solution that ensures consistent performance characteristics across your entire vehicle.
- Genuine Losi Component — As an authentic manufacturer spare part, this gear set meets the exact specifications and tolerances that Losi engineered for the Baja Rey, guaranteeing perfect fitment and reliable operation without any modifications or adjustments required.
- Drivetrain Spares Category — Listed as a dedicated drivetrain spare, this component is purpose-built for maintaining and upgrading your RC car's transmission system, making it an essential item for any Baja Rey owner's spares collection.
Technical Performance
The 40T ring gear and 14T pinion gear combination creates a 2.86:1 gear ratio (calculated as 40÷14), which is specifically calibrated for the Losi Baja Rey's performance envelope. This gear ratio represents the relationship between motor input speed and wheel output speed, directly influencing how your vehicle accelerates and performs under various driving conditions. The engineering behind this specific ratio reflects Losi's extensive testing and development with the Baja Rey platform, ensuring that power delivery feels natural, acceleration is responsive, and the drivetrain components operate within their optimal working range. When these gears mesh together, they must do so with precision—any wear, damage, or incorrect ratio will noticeably affect your RC car's handling characteristics and responsiveness. The genuine Losi construction guarantees that tooth profiles are accurately cut to factory specifications, ensuring smooth engagement, minimal backlash, and extended component lifespan. For RC enthusiasts across the UK who demand reliable performance from their scale models, maintaining original Losi gear specifications is critical to preserving the vehicle's intended performance character and reliability.
What's in the Box
- Losi 40-tooth ring gear
- Losi 14-tooth pinion gear
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the gear ratio provided by this 40T ring and 14T pinion combination? — The 40-tooth ring gear paired with the 14-tooth pinion gear produces a gear ratio of approximately 2.86:1. This ratio determines how the motor's rotational speed translates to wheel speed, affecting your Baja Rey's acceleration, top speed potential, and overall performance characteristics across different terrain types and driving styles.
- Is this genuine Losi equipment or an aftermarket alternative? — This is genuine Losi original equipment, manufactured to exact factory specifications as confirmed by the official part number Z-LOS232008 and the Losi brand designation. Choosing authentic manufacturer spares ensures perfect compatibility and performance alignment with your Baja Rey.
- Can these gears be used in both front and rear positions? — Yes, this gear set is specifically designed for use in both FR (front) and RR (rear) applications on the Baja Rey, providing a unified drivetrain solution that maintains consistent performance characteristics throughout your vehicle's transmission system.
- When should I replace my Baja Rey's gears? — You should consider replacing your ring and pinion gears if you notice unusual noises from the drivetrain, experience loss of acceleration smoothness, observe visible damage to gear teeth, or as part of routine maintenance after heavy use or competitive racing sessions. Regular inspection of your drivetrain components helps prevent catastrophic failures and maintains optimal RC car performance.
- How do I know if these are the correct gears for my Baja Rey? — The part number Z-LOS232008 is the definitive reference for Losi Baja Rey owners. If your vehicle is a Baja Rey and you need replacement ring and pinion gears for standard setup, this is the correct component. Always verify part compatibility with your specific Baja Rey model variant to ensure proper fitment.
- What materials are these gears made from? — Losi manufactures these gears from durable materials engineered to withstand the stresses and loads encountered during typical RC car operation, though the exact material composition is not specified in the standard product information. The robust construction ensures reliability under normal use conditions and maintains precision tolerances over extended service life.
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 Losi 40T Ring & 14T Pinion Gear FR/RR: Baja Rey Z-LOS232008 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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