HPI Racing WR8 3.0 1996 Ford Escort RS Cosworth (Brushless)
What our customers say
A selection of recent five-star reviews, as written.
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★★★★★
Ordered flishrc cobra. Communication was great. Ordered larger batteries but they were the wrong size. Olly shipped the right batteries and gave a refund for the difference I paid. Couldn't ask for more. Thanks for the help with the order.
Robert, 22 September 2026
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★★★★★
Very helpful when the vehicle I wanted wasn't in stock. Very fast deliver too.
Anna Abbott, 17 September 2026
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★★★★★
Excellent service speedy delivery and good customer service
GLYN, 10 September 2026
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★★★★★
Great product and service. I enjoy buying from these guys. Thanks to radio-controllled.co.uk.
Paul Jordan, 3 September 2026
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★★★★★
Dealt with customer services over an order I accidently placed, they were prompt and dealt with it will, completely refunded within a small window of time, thanks!
Oliver Galustian, 23 July 2026
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★★★★★
Really good online rc store with some great products and sales on. The owner is very knowledgeable as well.
Simon, 19 July 2026
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★★★★★
Product delivered promptly and in excellent condition 👍had very helpful and prompt responses from Olly to all my questions, I will definitely be using them again 👍
Mark Clucas, 30 January 2026
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★★★★★
The customer service and advice were first class!
Steve Avery, 9 September 2025
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★★★★★
The seller knew I was after one and very kindly informed me when they came back into stock so now have a Flywing Bell 206. Fantastic bit of kit. Well worth the wait.
Pete Goddard, 15 April 2025
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★★★★★
Great service, car arrived fast and really well packaged. Also, I had a little problem....(which turned out to be me doing it wrong) but someone replied the same evening! Will definitely be buying from them again.
Graham Rousseau, 10 February 2025
Key Specs
- Scale
- 1/8
- Motor
- Brushless
- Drive
- 4WD
- Battery
- 3S-capable, free battery included
- Vehicle Type
- Rally Car
About this product
This product comes with a free battery from Radio-controlled.co.uk all for the same price.
We’re excited to introduce the latest addition to the popular WR8 family: the iconic 1996 Ford Escort RS Cosworth! With its classic Orange, Red, and White Repsol livery, this rally legend is instantly recognizable to fans and stands as one of the most celebrated liveries of its era. What better way to expand the fan-favorite WR8 platform than with this timeless Group A Ford Escort RS Cosworth!
Underneath the officially licensed and famous replica Ford Escort body, the WR8 FLUX chassis is based on the HPI Bullet RC monster truck, which means it”s massively tough and can take a real beating on- or off-road! The WR8 FLUX is powered by a massive 3700KV brushless motor and waterproof 3S-capable speed controller, delivering power through tough metal gear differentials and the fully ball-bearing-supported 4WD shaft drivetrain of the Bullet monster truck.
With authentic rally suspension geometry, oil-filled dampers, and extra-thick sway bars, you’ll enjoy exceptional control, whether on dirt or tarmac. Plus, high-spec soft compound tires and genuine rally wheels ensure your ride not only performs but turns heads wherever you go!
The HPI Racing WR8 is packed with features designed to enhance durability, whether you”re tearing up the track or hitting rugged terrain. It includes high-ground clearance, a skid plate, foam front bumper, optimized rally-style suspension geometry, shock debris guards, mud deflectors, and much more. This is the perfect machine for racing friends on RC Rally-style courses, multi-surface tracks, or anywhere your adventures take you!
1/8th SCALE 4WD ELECTRIC RALLY CAR with 2.4GHz RADIO
SPECIFICATIONS:
Length: 485mm (19″)
Width: 227mm (8.9″)
Height: 172mm (6.7″)
Wheelbase: 300mm (11.8″)
Tire Diameter: 80mm (3.2″)
Drivetrain: Full-Time Shaft 4WD
FREE battery pack with this order!!!
What you need:
4 AA batteries for transmitter.
Frequently Asked Questions
The WR8 3.0 is recommended for experienced RC users rather than beginners. It's a high-performance brushless 1/8th scale rally car with considerable power and speed, so prior RC driving experience will help you get the most from it.
The WR8 3.0 includes a free 3S-capable battery pack with your purchase. You'll need to refer to the manual for specific charge times and charger recommendations, as these details aren't listed in the product specifications.
The package includes the assembled WR8 3.0 rally car, a free battery pack, and a 2.4GHz radio transmitter. You'll also need to supply 4 AA batteries separately to power the transmitter.
The WR8 3.0 is 485mm long, 227mm wide, and 172mm tall (roughly 19" × 8.9" × 6.7"), making it a compact 1/8th scale car that's straightforward to transport in a rucksack or car boot.
Yes, the WR8 3.0 features a waterproof 3S-capable speed controller and is built on the tough HPI Bullet monster truck chassis, so it's designed to handle bashing on both dirt and tarmac with metal differentials and a fully ball-bearing 4WD drivetrain.
What our customers say
A selection of recent five-star reviews, as written.
-
★★★★★
Ordered flishrc cobra. Communication was great. Ordered larger batteries but they were the wrong size. Olly shipped the right batteries and gave a refund for the difference I paid. Couldn't ask for more. Thanks for the help with the order.
Robert, 22 September 2026
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★★★★★
Very helpful when the vehicle I wanted wasn't in stock. Very fast deliver too.
Anna Abbott, 17 September 2026
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★★★★★
Excellent service speedy delivery and good customer service
GLYN, 10 September 2026
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★★★★★
Great product and service. I enjoy buying from these guys. Thanks to radio-controllled.co.uk.
Paul Jordan, 3 September 2026
-
★★★★★
Dealt with customer services over an order I accidently placed, they were prompt and dealt with it will, completely refunded within a small window of time, thanks!
Oliver Galustian, 23 July 2026
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★★★★★
Really good online rc store with some great products and sales on. The owner is very knowledgeable as well.
Simon, 19 July 2026
-
★★★★★
Product delivered promptly and in excellent condition 👍had very helpful and prompt responses from Olly to all my questions, I will definitely be using them again 👍
Mark Clucas, 30 January 2026
-
★★★★★
The customer service and advice were first class!
Steve Avery, 9 September 2025
-
★★★★★
The seller knew I was after one and very kindly informed me when they came back into stock so now have a Flywing Bell 206. Fantastic bit of kit. Well worth the wait.
Pete Goddard, 15 April 2025
-
★★★★★
Great service, car arrived fast and really well packaged. Also, I had a little problem....(which turned out to be me doing it wrong) but someone replied the same evening! Will definitely be buying from them again.
Graham Rousseau, 10 February 2025
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