Overview
The HoBao Hyper Extreme VTE2 1/7 CNC Aluminium Front Top Plate (H85128) is a precision-engineered upgrade component designed for serious RC enthusiasts running the HoBao Extreme VTE2 1/7 on-road platform. This genuine OEM spare part represents the quality engineering that HoBao is renowned for throughout the competitive RC car UK community. Whether you're upgrading your existing VTE2, replacing a damaged component, or building a competition-grade setup, this CNC-machined aluminium front top plate delivers the durability and precision that discerning RC car builders demand. The part is compatible with both the HB-VTE2-8 (HoBao Extreme VTE2 1/8 On Road EP Roller) and the HB-VTE2-V2 (HoBao 1/7 Extreme VTE2-V2 On-Road Electric ARR), making it a versatile upgrade for the VTE2 platform.
For RC enthusiasts seeking to enhance their on-road electric RC cars with high-quality replacement parts, the HoBao Extreme VTE2 represents one of the most competitive platforms available in the UK market today. The CNC aluminium construction of this front top plate ensures exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and precise dimensional tolerances that are essential for maintaining the handling characteristics of your race car. If you're involved in competitive RC racing, weekend bashing, or serious hobby-grade building, having access to genuine HoBao spare parts like this front top plate is essential for keeping your vehicle performing at its best.
RC Model Shop stocks genuine HoBao parts and components for the growing community of VTE2 enthusiasts across the UK. This front top plate is a direct replacement component that maintains the original engineering specifications of your HoBao platform, ensuring compatibility and performance consistency with your existing setup.
Key Features
- CNC Aluminium Construction — The front top plate is manufactured from precision CNC-machined aluminium, which provides superior durability and dimensional accuracy compared to standard stamped parts. This manufacturing process ensures that the plate maintains consistent tolerances across the mounting points and bearing surfaces, which is critical for maintaining precise front-end geometry and steering response in competitive on-road racing.
- OEM HoBao Genuine Part — This is an authentic manufacturer part designed specifically for the VTE2 platform, ensuring perfect fitment and compatibility with your existing HoBao Extreme VTE2 chassis. Using genuine OEM parts guarantees that you're maintaining the original engineering integrity of your RC car.
- Lightweight Yet Rigid Design — The aluminium material selection provides an excellent balance between weight reduction and structural rigidity, helping to maintain precise handling whilst keeping overall vehicle mass as low as possible for maximum responsiveness during competitive racing.
- Cross-Compatible with Multiple VTE2 Variants — The plate is compatible with both the HB-VTE2-8 (1/8 scale) and HB-VTE2-V2 (1/7 scale) models, making it a valuable spare part to have on hand if you run either variant of the VTE2 platform or if you're considering upgrading between models.
- Precision Mounting Points — The CNC manufacturing process ensures that all mounting points and bearing surfaces are precisely machined to original specifications, maintaining critical suspension geometry and steering characteristics that are essential for competitive performance.
Technical Performance
The HoBao Hyper Extreme VTE2 1/7 CNC Aluminium Front Top Plate represents the kind of precision engineering that HoBao has built its reputation on within the competitive RC racing community. Manufactured using computer numerical control (CNC) machining processes, this component is produced to exacting tolerances that ensure perfect alignment with the steering knuckles, suspension arms, and bearing carriers that form the front end geometry of your VTE2 chassis. The use of aluminium as the primary material offers significant advantages for on-road racing applications: it provides superior rigidity compared to plastic components whilst remaining lightweight enough to contribute positively to the overall weight distribution and handling balance of the vehicle. The front top plate is a critical structural component that interfaces directly with the steering system and suspension, so precision manufacturing is absolutely essential. Every CNC-machined surface and mounting hole is produced to HoBao's original specifications, ensuring that when you fit this plate to your VTE2, you're maintaining the exact front-end geometry that the chassis was designed around. For UK RC enthusiasts running the VTE2 in competitive events or serious hobby racing, this front top plate is a reliable upgrade that maintains the performance standards of the platform.
What's in the Box
- 1x HoBao Hyper Extreme VTE2 1/7 CNC Aluminium Front Top Plate (H85128)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which HoBao VTE2 models is this front top plate compatible with? — This CNC aluminium front top plate is compatible with the HB-VTE2-8 (HoBao Extreme VTE2 1/8 On Road EP Roller 80% Pre-Assembled) and the HB-VTE2-V2 (HoBao 1/7 Extreme VTE2-V2 On-Road Electric ARR). If you own either of these variants of the VTE2 platform, this genuine OEM part will be a direct fit.
- Why would I need to replace or upgrade my front top plate? — The front top plate is a wear item that can become damaged through impacts, crashes, or high-speed racing. If you've cracked or bent your original plate, or if you're looking to upgrade to a more durable CNC-machined version, this genuine HoBao part is the recommended replacement. The precision-machined construction offers better durability and maintains tighter tolerances than many aftermarket alternatives.
- Is the CNC aluminium construction better than the original equipment? — Yes, the CNC machining process produces parts to significantly tighter tolerances and with superior structural integrity compared to injection-moulded plastic alternatives. The aluminium construction provides additional rigidity which can improve overall handling precision, particularly important for competitive on-road racing where front-end geometry is critical to performance.
- What is the part number for this component? — The official HoBao part number is H85128, and the EAN code is 4711256700427. Always verify the part number when ordering to ensure you're receiving the correct component for your specific VTE2 variant.
- Can I fit this myself, or do I need professional help? — This is a direct replacement component that most RC enthusiasts with basic mechanical knowledge can fit themselves using standard RC tools and fasteners. However, if you're unfamiliar with RC car construction, we recommend consulting the HoBao assembly manual or seeking advice from experienced RC builders in the UK community.
- Is this a genuine HoBao part? — Yes, this is an authentic OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) part from HoBao. RC Model Shop is an authorised retailer of HoBao products, and all parts sold are genuine manufacturer components with full compatibility guarantees.
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 HOBAO HYPER EXTREME VTE2 1/7 CNC ALUM. FRONT TOP PLATE H85128 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.
- Brand: HoBao
- Model: Hyper Extreme VTE2
- Part Number: H85128
- EAN Code: 4711256700427
- Scale: 1/7 (compatible with both 1/8 and 1/7 variants)
- Component Type: Front Top Plate
- Material: CNC-machined Aluminium
- Compatible Models: HB-VTE2-8 (HoBao Extreme VTE2 1/8 On Road EP Roller 80% Pre-Assembled), HB-VTE2-V2 (HoBao 1/7 Extreme VTE2-V2 On-Road Electric ARR)
- Platform: HoBao VTE2 On-Road Electric Racing Chassis
- Manufacturing Method: CNC Precision Machining
- Application: On-Road Electric RC Cars
- Purpose: Suspension and Steering Geometry Support Component
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