These high-quality dBoots tires, mounted on ARRMA wheels, provide awesome traction and vehicle control on a wide range of surfaces
Features
Tires:
- Multi-surface tread pattern for awesome traction in all conditions
- High-quality rubber for long-lasting durability
- Pre-glued for trouble-free fit and servicing
Wheels:
- Aero dish design for stylish looks and increased strength
- Tough nylon for durability on all surfaces
- Black color for head-turning ARRMA styling
- 17mm Hex fit for strength during extreme driving action and easy servicing
Foam Inserts:
- High-quality foam with excellent memory return
- Specially designed to give the perfect balance of aggressive grip and easy handling characteristics
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
Wheel bead diameter: 3.27" (83mm)
Width: 1.65" (42mm)
Wheel hex size: 17mm
Overall diameter: 4.65" (118mm)
Includes
2 x dBoots EXABYTE Tires pre-glued to black buggy wheels
Overview
The ARRMA dBoots Exabyte Glued Tire Set in Black offers high-quality performance tyres mounted on genuine ARRMA wheels, designed specifically for 1/8 scale RC buggies and crawlers. Whether you're a competitive racer, weekend basher, or discovering RC car UK hobby for the first time, this pre-glued tyre set delivers the reliability and performance you need across a wide variety of surfaces. These aren't generic aftermarket components – they're engineered by ARRMA to work seamlessly with their 1/8 scale buggy platform, providing excellent traction and vehicle control that'll keep your RC car grounded and responsive through every corner and surface change.
Pre-glued tyres represent a significant convenience factor for RC enthusiasts. Rather than spending time applying tyre glue, waiting for it to cure, and risking messy application or weak bonds, this set arrives ready to bolt straight onto your buggy. The combination of quality rubber compounds, aggressive tread patterns, and rigid wheel construction means you're investing in a complete rolling solution that won't let you down when it matters. For brushless RC buggy owners running ARRMA's 1/8 scale platform, these Exabyte tyres provide the foundational contact point between your vehicle and the track – getting this right is crucial to maximising your vehicle's potential.
Available from RC Model Shop, this genuine ARRMA product comes with the assurance of an authorised UK retailer. The black colour matches ARRMA's signature styling perfectly, delivering that head-turning look whilst the engineering ensures durability during the most demanding driving sessions. Whether you're tackling loose dirt, grass, tarmac, or mixed terrain, the multi-surface tread pattern delivers consistent grip and predictable handling characteristics that serious RC drivers depend on.
Key Features
- Multi-Surface Tread Pattern — The tyre compound features a carefully designed tread layout that provides awesome traction across all conditions, whether you're driving on loose dirt, grass, tarmac, or mixed-surface terrain. This versatility means you can run the same tyres at the track, in the park, or in your garden without compromising performance on any particular surface.
- High-Quality Rubber Compound — The tyres are manufactured from premium-grade rubber that resists wear and maintains consistent grip throughout extended driving sessions. This durability translates to longer tyre life and better value for money, particularly important for regular RC car UK users who put in serious driving hours.
- Pre-Glued Construction — These tyres arrive permanently mounted on the wheels and pre-glued, eliminating the need for messy tyre glue applications and lengthy curing times. This means trouble-free fitting and straightforward servicing – simply swap the wheels on and off your buggy as needed without the hassle of traditional tyre mounting.
- Aero Dish Wheel Design — The wheels feature an aerodynamic dish design that not only delivers the stylish ARRMA look but also provides increased structural strength where it matters most. This engineering approach ensures the wheels can handle the forces generated during extreme driving action and hard cornering without deformation.
- Durable Nylon Construction — The wheels are manufactured from tough nylon material that withstands the punishment of regular RC buggy use on all surfaces. Nylon provides the perfect balance of rigidity for maintaining wheel shape and elasticity for absorbing impacts.
- 17mm Hex Fitting — The industry-standard 17mm hexagonal socket ensures maximum strength and secure fitting during the most aggressive driving manoeuvres. The robust hex design also makes wheel changes quick and simple during pit stops or maintenance, accommodating the rapid wheel swaps that competitive drivers require.
- High-Quality Foam Inserts — Each tyre includes specialised foam inserts that boast excellent memory return, maintaining their shape and properties even after extended use. These foam inserts are specifically engineered to deliver the perfect balance between aggressive grip and easy handling characteristics, giving you responsive cornering without sacrificing predictability.
- Black Colour Scheme — The distinctive black finish matches ARRMA's signature styling perfectly, delivering that head-turning aesthetic appearance whilst maintaining a professional competitive look that stands out on any track or field.
Technical Performance
The ARRMA dBoots Exabyte Glued Tire Set represents the culmination of dedicated engineering focused on delivering maximum performance for 1/8 scale RC buggy racing and recreational use. The overall diameter of 4.65 inches (118mm) provides the correct scaling and rollout characteristics for ARRMA's 1/8 platform, ensuring accurate speedometer readings and maintaining the engineered suspension geometry. The 3.27-inch (83mm) wheel bead diameter and 1.65-inch (42mm) width create a substantial contact patch that maximises traction whilst maintaining the precise weight distribution necessary for responsive handling. The 17mm hexagonal fitting ensures compatibility with ARRMA's standard hub design whilst providing the structural integrity required for extreme driving action including jumps, aggressive cornering, and high-speed runs. The combination of premium rubber compounds with the carefully designed multi-surface tread pattern delivers consistent grip across a broad range of surfaces and track conditions. The foam inserts employ advanced materials science to provide memory return – they compress under load during aggressive driving but quickly return to their original shape and properties, maintaining consistent performance lap after lap. This engineering approach distinguishes these tyres from budget alternatives, particularly important for RC buggy owners who demand reliability and consistent performance from their equipment. Whether you're running in competitive racing environments where every tenth of a second matters, or enjoying recreational bashing in the park, these tyres provide the performance foundation that ARRMA quality demands.
What's in the Box
- 2 x dBoots EXABYTE Tyres pre-glued to black buggy wheels
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are these tyres pre-glued and ready to use immediately? — Yes, these ARRMA dBoots Exabyte tyres arrive pre-glued to the wheels, eliminating the need for separate tyre glue application and curing time. You can unbox them and install them on your ARRMA 1/8 buggy straight away, making them perfect for drivers who want to minimise downtime and maximise driving time.
- What ARRMA models are these tyres compatible with? — According to ARRMA specifications, these tyres are specifically compatible with the C-ARA8406 ARRMA 1/8 TLR Tuned TYPHON 6S 4WD BLX Buggy RTR. Compatibility may extend to other ARRMA 1/8 buggies with 17mm hex hubs, but we recommend confirming fitment for your specific model.
- Can I use these tyres for both racing and recreational bashing? — Absolutely. The multi-surface tread pattern is specifically designed to deliver awesome traction across all conditions, making these tyres equally suitable for competitive track racing, casual park driving, or aggressive bashing in varied terrain. This versatility is one of their key strengths compared to more specialised racing or bashing-specific alternatives.
- How long do these pre-glued tyres typically last? — The high-quality rubber compound and durable construction mean these tyres provide excellent longevity compared to budget alternatives, particularly when maintained properly and stored away from direct sunlight. Actual lifespan depends on driving intensity, surface abrasiveness, and storage conditions, but the premium materials justify their investment for regular RC car UK users.
- What makes the foam inserts special? — The foam inserts in this tyre set are specifically engineered with excellent memory return, meaning they compress during cornering and landing impacts but quickly return to their original shape. This design delivers the perfect balance between aggressive grip for confident cornering and easy handling for predictable, controllable driving characteristics that experienced drivers value.
- Are these genuine ARRMA products? — Yes, this is an official ARRMA product with part number Z-ARA550098 and EAN code 5052127042215. When you purchase from RC Model Shop, you're receiving authentic ARRMA components with the quality assurance and warranty support that genuine products provide.
- Do I need to purchase anything else to use these tyres? — No, these tyres arrive pre-glued and mounted on wheels with 17mm hex fittings ready for installation on compatible ARRMA 1/8 buggies. If your buggy doesn't have 17mm hexes, you'd need an adapter, but most ARRMA 1/8 models use this standard fitting.
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 ARRMA dBoots Exabyte Glued Tire Set, Black (2) Z-ARA550098 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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