Features
- All-new Ground up Design for Maximum Performance
- Designed Specifically for Smooth, Low Grip Tracks
- Tightly Packed Small Pins with Deep Sipes Create Unmatched Grip
- Run Harder Compounds but Still Have Good Grip
- Reduced Edginess for Effortless Control
Overview
This is a pair of Slide Lock 1:8 Buggy Tires. The Slide Lock is a unique new tire design from Pro-Line that is made specifically for smooth, low grip tracks. The Slide Lock features a pattern of small, tightly packed hexagon and triangle shaped pins so you can lay down as much rubber as possible. The tread on the new Slide Lock is laid out wider across the tire carcass for a flatter profile overall compared to other Pro-Line 1:8 Race Tires. Each hexagon pin has a deep sipe down the middle of the tread for added flex and grip on even the slickest of surfaces. The built-in tread flex means you can run harder compounds for longer wear and still have good traction when you need it. The large and stiff side pins reach far down the sidewall to reduce edginess as much as possible. Be the first at your track to win with Pro-Line's new Slide Lock tire. Get yours today!
Lab Certified Select Compounds
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| | - Maximum Compound Grip on Low Bite Surfaces
- Compliant Carcass Produces Traction with Controlled Expansion
- Medium Wear on Wet Surfaces
- Use the More Firm Material for Higher Temps and Softer Material for Lower Temps
| | | - Latest and Greatest Ultra Long Lasting Compound
- Substantial Leap Forward in Terms of Grip in Dry and Slick Conditions
- Stays Stable Throughout Long Main Events and Does not Fade or Get Soft Near the End of a Race
- Lab Tested Batches Guarantee Performance
- Use the More Firm Material for Higher Temps and Softer Material for Lower Temps
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9064-17 | Slide Lock MC (Clay) Off-Road 1:8 Buggy Tires (2) for Front or Rear
Fits On
- 1:8 Buggy Wheels Front or Rear
- Manufacturer: Pro-Line
- Model Number: G-PRO9064-17
- EAN: 0675118172576
- Scale: 1/8
- Product Type: Off-Road Buggy Tyres
- Tyre Name: Slide Lock MC
- Quantity in Pack: 2 tyres
- Position: Front and Rear
- Tread Design: Tightly packed hexagon and triangle-shaped pins
- Tread Profile: Wider layout with flatter overall profile
- Sipe Design: Deep sipes running down the centre of each hexagon pin
- Side Pin Design: Large and stiff side pins reaching far down the sidewall
- Carcass Type: Compliant carcass with controlled expansion
- Compound Options: Multiple lab-certified select compounds available
- Compound Characteristics: Maximum grip on low-bite surfaces, medium wear on wet surfaces
- Compound Feature: Ultra long-lasting with substantial grip improvement in dry and slick conditions
- Performance Stability: Stays stable throughout long main events without fade or softening near the end of races
- Temperature Adaptation: Firmer material for higher temperatures, softer material for lower temperatures
- Inserts Included: Closed cell foam inserts pre-installed
- Track Suitability: Designed specifically for smooth, low grip tracks
- Intended Use: Racing and competitive off-road buggy use
- Quality Assurance: Lab-tested batches guarantee performance consistency
Overview
The Pro-Line 1/8 Slide Lock MC Front/Rear Off-Road Buggy Tires are a revolutionary tyre design engineered from the ground up to deliver maximum performance on smooth, low grip tracks. Whether you're a serious RC buggy racer looking to gain a competitive edge or an enthusiast searching for reliable, high-performance RC car tyres in the UK, the Slide Lock represents a substantial leap forward in tyre technology. This pair of premium off-road buggy tyres combines innovative tread design with advanced compound chemistry to provide unmatched grip and control in challenging track conditions where many other RC tyres struggle to find traction.
Pro-Line has designed the Slide Lock specifically for the unique demands of smooth and slick racing surfaces. The tyres feature a distinctive pattern of small, tightly packed hexagon and triangle-shaped pins that maximise rubber contact with the track surface. This ground-breaking design means you can lay down more rubber on the track, translating directly into superior grip and confidence when pushing your 1/8 buggy to the limit. The Slide Lock is the perfect choice for RC buggy racers in the UK who demand the best performance from their equipment and want to stay ahead of the competition.
What sets the Slide Lock apart from other 1/8 off-road buggy tyres is its innovative approach to compound selection and tread construction. You can run harder, longer-lasting compounds without sacrificing grip when you need it most. This means your tyres will last longer between replacements whilst still delivering the traction necessary to win races and complete main events without fade or loss of performance. The Slide Lock proves that you don't have to compromise between durability and performance—you can have both.
Key Features
- All-New Ground-Up Design — The Slide Lock represents a completely new tyre design from Pro-Line, engineered specifically for maximum performance rather than adapted from existing patterns, ensuring every aspect is optimised for low grip track conditions.
- Specially Designed for Smooth, Low Grip Tracks — Unlike general-purpose RC buggy tyres, the Slide Lock was created with a specific purpose: to excel on smooth and slick track surfaces where maintaining traction is the greatest challenge.
- Tightly Packed Small Pins with Deep Sipes — The hexagon and triangle-shaped pins are densely packed to maximise the amount of rubber that makes contact with the track, whilst each hexagon pin features a deep sipe running down its centre, creating additional flex points that enhance grip on even the slickest surfaces.
- Wider Tread Layout and Flatter Profile — The Slide Lock tread is laid out wider across the tyre carcass compared to other Pro-Line 1/8 race tyres, creating a flatter overall profile that distributes grip more evenly and predictably across the entire tyre surface.
- Run Harder Compounds with Excellent Grip — The innovative tread design and built-in flex allow you to choose harder compound materials for extended tyre life whilst still maintaining the grip levels needed for competitive racing, reducing your tyre costs without sacrificing performance.
- Reduced Edginess for Effortless Control — Large, stiff side pins reach far down the sidewall of the tyre, minimising the edgy handling characteristics that can make tyres unpredictable and difficult to drive at the limit, instead providing smooth, predictable feedback through the steering.
- Lab-Certified Select Compounds — Pro-Line has developed multiple compound options through rigorous laboratory testing, with each compound engineered for maximum grip on low-bite surfaces whilst maintaining controlled expansion and predictable wear characteristics.
- Compliant Carcass for Controlled Traction — The tyre carcass is engineered to produce excellent traction whilst controlling expansion, ensuring the tyre maintains its shape and characteristics throughout long racing sessions without unpredictable changes in handling.
- Ultra Long-Lasting Compound Technology — The compound formulation represents a substantial advancement in grip performance on dry and slick conditions, staying stable throughout extended main events without fading or becoming soft near the end of a race, ensuring consistent performance from start to finish.
- Lab-Tested Batch Consistency — Every batch of Slide Lock tyres is tested in the laboratory to guarantee consistent performance, meaning you can trust that each pair you purchase will perform identically to the last.
- Temperature-Dependent Compound Selection — Pro-Line provides both firmer and softer material options within the Slide Lock range, allowing you to select the ideal compound for your specific track temperature—firmer materials for higher temperatures, softer materials for cooler conditions.
- Pair Includes Closed Cell Inserts — Each pair of Slide Lock tyres comes pre-fitted with closed cell foam inserts, eliminating the need for separate purchases and ensuring you have everything needed to get racing immediately.
Technical Performance
The Pro-Line Slide Lock MC represents the pinnacle of 1/8 scale off-road buggy tyre engineering. The tyre's performance is rooted in its innovative construction: the tightly packed hexagon and triangle pin pattern creates multiple contact points with the track surface, whilst the deep sipes running through each hexagon pin allow the tread to flex independently, adapting to surface irregularities and maintaining consistent grip even on the slickest, most challenging tracks. The wider tread layout creates a flatter overall profile compared to conventional Pro-Line 1/8 race tyres, distributing traction more evenly and reducing the sudden edge transitions that can cause unpredictable handling. The large side pins reach deep into the tyre's sidewall structure, significantly reducing the edginess that makes other tyres difficult to control at high speeds. Built-in tread flex throughout the entire tyre allows racers to select harder compound materials for improved durability and extended tyre life without compromising the grip necessary for competitive racing. The lab-certified compound formulation has been tested extensively to ensure maximum grip on low-bite surfaces whilst maintaining controlled expansion throughout long main events. Medium wear characteristics on wet surfaces combined with exceptional dry-condition performance make the Slide Lock versatile across varying weather conditions. The compliant carcass design produces excellent traction with predictable handling characteristics, and the ultra-modern compound technology ensures the tyre remains stable and consistent from the first lap through the final lap of extended racing sessions, with no fade or loss of grip near the end of races. The closed cell inserts included with every pair provide consistent damping and support, maintaining tyre shape and performance throughout demanding racing conditions.
What's in the Box
- 2x Pro-Line Slide Lock MC 1/8 Off-Road Buggy Tyres
- Closed cell foam inserts pre-installed in both tyres
Frequently Asked Questions
- What tracks are the Slide Lock tyres designed for? — The Slide Lock has been specifically engineered for smooth, low grip tracks where traction is challenging to maintain. These are the conditions where the innovative tread design and compound formulation deliver their greatest benefits compared to general-purpose RC buggy tyres.
- Can I run a harder compound with the Slide Lock and still get good grip? — Yes, this is one of the Slide Lock's primary advantages. The innovative tread design with deep sipes and built-in flex allows you to run harder compounds for extended tyre life whilst still maintaining excellent grip when you need it most. This means you can reduce your tyre costs without sacrificing competitive performance.
- What is the difference between the firm and soft compound options? — Pro-Line provides multiple compound options within the Slide Lock range to match different track temperatures. Use the firmer material option for higher track temperatures, where softer tyres tend to overheat and lose grip, and the softer material option for cooler track conditions where additional grip and compliance are beneficial.
- Are the inserts included with these tyres? — Yes, each pair of Slide Lock tyres comes complete with closed cell foam inserts pre-installed, so you have everything you need to mount them on your wheels and begin racing immediately without additional purchases.
- How do the Slide Lock tyres compare to other Pro-Line 1/8 race tyres? — The Slide Lock features a completely new ground-up design optimised specifically for smooth, low grip tracks, whereas other Pro-Line 1/8 race tyres are designed for different track conditions. The Slide Lock's wider tread layout creates a flatter overall profile compared to other Pro-Line options, the deep sipes in each pin provide additional flex, the large side pins reduce edginess, and the advanced compound formulation delivers better grip and stability throughout extended racing sessions.
- Will the Slide Lock fade or lose grip during long main events? — No. The ultra long-lasting compound technology stays stable throughout extended main events and does not fade or become soft near the end of a race, ensuring you maintain consistent grip and predictable handling from the opening lap through the final lap.
- Which RC buggy models are these tyres compatible with? — These are genuine 1/8 scale off-road buggy tyres suitable for fitting to any standard 1/8 buggy wheels on both front and rear positions. They are compatible with wheels that accept 1/8 scale tyres, though you should verify your specific wheel compatibility before purchase.
- Are these tyres suitable for beginners? — Whilst the Slide Lock is an advanced race-oriented tyre designed for competitive use on challenging low grip tracks, the reduced edginess and predictable handling characteristics actually make them easier to control than many other high-performance options, potentially benefiting drivers of all skill levels who race on smooth track surfaces.
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 PRO 1/8 Slide Lock MC Front/Rear Off-Road Buggy Tires (2) G-PRO9064-17 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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