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VORTRIXE & X-POWER Sand Cruiser Nitro 1/8 RC Car Desert Rock Crawler DIY Kit with FS-L200 Engine
What is the X-POWER Sand Cruiser?
The Sand Cruiser is Toyan’s first desert off-road prototype RC car.
It features:
All-metal chassis frame
Toyan FS-L200 nitro engine
Differential front axle and straight rear axle for balanced speed and off-road performance
Why the FS-L200 Engine?
The FS-L200 is one of Toyan’s most popular nitro engines, loved by enthusiasts worldwide.
Its assembly videos on YouTube have thousands of views.
For the Sand Cruiser, Toyan customized this engine with a new single carburetor and fuel pump for smoother and more stable throttle control.
Type: 3.5cc, 0.5ps, four-stroke, two-cylinder nitro engine
Max RPM: 11,300
Suitable for: 1:10, 1:12, 1:14 scale models
Cooling: Air-cooled (not water-cooled)
Color: Black cylinder head
Note:
The FS-L200 engine is pre-assembled.
The carburetor and pump are not sold separately.
Accessories like carb, frame, etc., are unavailable until further notice.
Why Choose the X-POWER Sand Cruiser?
1) Real 5-Speed Mechanical Gearbox
Toyan’s engineers developed a brand-new five-speed gearbox designed for internal combustion RC engines.
It includes:
3 forward gears
1 neutral gear
1 reverse gear
Integrated braking system
This provides an authentic driving feel and a new experience for nitro RC enthusiasts.
2) Full Metal Frame — Safer & More Durable
The Sand Cruiser features a CNC-machined metal chassis, with metal axles, gears, and fasteners for strength and precision.
The front axle includes a lockable differential, ensuring high-speed stability and superior crawling performance.
3) DIY Building Fun
The kit offers a hands-on experience for those who love to build and understand how an RC car works.
Everything comes neatly packed in a wooden box for easy assembly—perfect for building alone or with your kids.
4) Custom Paintable Body
The car shell comes in transparent color, giving you freedom to paint your Sand Cruiser any color you like for a personalized look.
What is the X-POWER Sand Cruiser?
The Sand Cruiser is Toyan’s first desert off-road prototype RC car.
It features:
All-metal chassis frame
Toyan FS-L200 nitro engine
Differential front axle and straight rear axle for balanced speed and off-road performance
Why the FS-L200 Engine?
The FS-L200 is one of Toyan’s most popular nitro engines, loved by enthusiasts worldwide.
Its assembly videos on YouTube have thousands of views.
For the Sand Cruiser, Toyan customized this engine with a new single carburetor and fuel pump for smoother and more stable throttle control.
Type: 3.5cc, 0.5ps, four-stroke, two-cylinder nitro engine
Max RPM: 11,300
Suitable for: 1:10, 1:12, 1:14 scale models
Cooling: Air-cooled (not water-cooled)
Color: Black cylinder head
Note:
The FS-L200 engine is pre-assembled.
The carburetor and pump are not sold separately.
Accessories like carb, frame, etc., are unavailable until further notice.
Why Choose the X-POWER Sand Cruiser?
1) Real 5-Speed Mechanical Gearbox
Toyan’s engineers developed a brand-new five-speed gearbox designed for internal combustion RC engines.
It includes:
3 forward gears
1 neutral gear
1 reverse gear
Integrated braking system
This provides an authentic driving feel and a new experience for nitro RC enthusiasts.
2) Full Metal Frame — Safer & More Durable
The Sand Cruiser features a CNC-machined metal chassis, with metal axles, gears, and fasteners for strength and precision.
The front axle includes a lockable differential, ensuring high-speed stability and superior crawling performance.
3) DIY Building Fun
The kit offers a hands-on experience for those who love to build and understand how an RC car works.
Everything comes neatly packed in a wooden box for easy assembly—perfect for building alone or with your kids.
4) Custom Paintable Body
The car shell comes in transparent color, giving you freedom to paint your Sand Cruiser any color you like for a personalized look.
Type | 3.5cc, 0.5ps, four-stroke, two-cylinder nitro engine |
Max RPM | 11,300 |
Suitable for | 1:10, 1:12, 1:14 scale models |
Cooling | Air-cooled (not water-cooled) |
Color | Black cylinder head |
No, some parts need to be prepared separately, including controller (6 channels or above), steering servo (20kg+ recommended), battery (7.4V 2S LiPo), 20–25% nitro fuel, and a starter kit (not included).
No, the FS-L200 starter kit must be purchased separately.
No, those accessories are not included in the package.
No, the FS-L200 engine is pre-assembled and ready to use.
Yes, both the exhaust pipe and 5-speed gearbox are included in the package.
No, the kit does not include any servos. You’ll need to purchase them separately.
No, this version uses an air-cooled engine, so a radiator is not required.
Currently not available. Toyan plans to sell the full kit first before offering individual parts.
No, the servo (part DC03) and linkage components like springs and servo horns are not included. They’re optional upgrade parts.
Parts FA26, FA8, FA9, and FA27 are included separately in a small parts bag. Please check and contact Toyan if any of them are missing.