Overview
The HoBao EPX Battery Holder and Blocker with Magic Strip (H22303) is an essential chassis spare part designed specifically for the HoBao Hyper EPX 1/10 scale semi truck platform. This precision-engineered component is crafted to provide secure battery retention and protection, ensuring your LiPo battery remains safely positioned during high-speed runs and competitive racing. Whether you're a seasoned RC enthusiast running an EPX truck at your local club track or a dedicated basher pushing your RC car to its limits, this battery holder delivers the reliability and durability you need. The innovative magic strip technology adds an extra layer of security, preventing battery movement during acceleration, braking and cornering — a critical feature for maintaining vehicle stability and protecting your expensive battery investment.
As an official HoBao spare part, the H22303 battery holder and blocker is manufactured to the same exacting standards as the original equipment, ensuring perfect fitment and compatibility with all HoBao Hyper EPX 1/10 cab truck variants. The magic strip design incorporates a secure fastening system that holds your battery firmly in place without requiring excessive straps or clamps that could damage the battery casing. This is particularly important for RC enthusiasts in the UK who demand reliable, consistent performance from their models, whether they're competing in organised races or enjoying casual weekend bashing sessions. When you invest in genuine HoBao spares like this battery holder, you're choosing quality, compatibility and peace of mind.
Perfect for replacement, upgrade or repair purposes, the HoBao EPX Battery Holder and Blocker is an affordable yet essential upgrade for any serious EPX truck owner. If you've damaged your existing battery holder, want to upgrade to the superior magic strip design, or simply need to maintain your RC truck at peak performance, this genuine HoBao component is the perfect solution. Available now in the UK through RC Model Shop, you can order with confidence knowing you're purchasing an authentic, officially supported spare part for one of HoBao's most popular 1/10 scale platforms.
Key Features
- Magic Strip Technology — The innovative magic strip design provides superior battery retention and security, preventing your LiPo battery from shifting or moving during aggressive driving manoeuvres, cornering and acceleration, which helps maintain vehicle balance and protects your expensive battery.
- HoBao Official Spare Part — As a genuine HoBao component manufactured to original factory specifications, this battery holder guarantees perfect fitment and performance compatibility with your HoBao Hyper EPX 1/10 truck, eliminating the guesswork of third-party alternatives.
- Universal EPX Compatibility — Designed to fit all three HoBao Hyper EPX 1/10 cab truck roller variants including the yellow body (HB-GPX4E-Y), pearl white body (HB-GPX4E-W) and clear body (HB-GPX4E-CL) models, making this a versatile spare for any EPX truck owner.
- Compact Chassis Design — The battery blocker component complements the EPX's low-profile chassis layout, maintaining the truck's centre of gravity and aerodynamic characteristics whilst providing robust battery security.
- Essential Maintenance Component — Whether replacing a damaged holder or upgrading an older EPX model, this spare part is crucial for maintaining proper battery positioning and vehicle performance during racing and bashing activities.
- Affordable Investment — As a chassis spare, this battery holder represents excellent value for money, protecting your battery investment and maintaining your truck's performance without breaking the bank.
Technical Performance
The HoBao EPX Battery Holder and Blocker (H22303) is engineered with precision manufacturing standards that ensure reliable battery retention in the demanding 1/10 scale semi truck platform. The magic strip securing mechanism has been specifically designed to work seamlessly with LiPo battery packs, the standard power source for modern electric RC trucks in the UK market. The blocker system prevents battery lateral movement whilst the magic strip provides secure yet non-damaging fastening that won't compress or puncture your battery cells. This is particularly important for maintaining battery health and extending the lifespan of expensive LiPo packs, which can be damaged by excessive pressure or improper positioning. The component's design takes into account the HoBao Hyper EPX's chassis geometry, ensuring the battery sits at the optimal position for vehicle balance and weight distribution. By maintaining proper battery positioning, the truck achieves consistent handling characteristics, improved cornering grip and more predictable performance through jumps and rough terrain. The battery holder's engineering also accounts for the vibrations and impacts inherent in RC truck driving, providing vibration dampening that protects your battery from internal damage whilst keeping it secure during high-speed runs, launches and hard landings.
What's in the Box
- 1x HoBao EPX Battery Holder and Blocker with Magic Strip
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the HoBao EPX Battery Holder compatible with all EPX truck variants? — Yes, this battery holder (H22303) is designed to fit all HoBao Hyper EPX 1/10 cab truck roller models, including the yellow body (HB-GPX4E-Y), pearl white body (HB-GPX4E-W) and clear body (HB-GPX4E-CL) variants, ensuring universal compatibility across the entire EPX range.
- What does the magic strip technology do? — The magic strip is a secure fastening system that keeps your LiPo battery firmly positioned within the holder without using traditional straps or clamps that could damage the battery casing, providing reliable retention during aggressive driving whilst protecting your battery investment.
- Do I need to replace my battery holder? — If your existing battery holder is cracked, warped, broken or no longer holds your battery securely, or if you're upgrading to the superior magic strip design, replacing it with this official HoBao component is recommended to maintain proper battery positioning and truck performance.
- Can I use this battery holder with non-HoBao LiPo batteries? — This battery holder is designed to work with standard LiPo battery packs commonly used in 1/10 scale RC trucks, though it is optimised for the battery dimensions and specifications typically used in HoBao Hyper EPX vehicles.
- What is the difference between this and older EPX battery holders? — The H22303 features the advanced magic strip technology for superior battery retention and protection compared to older designs, providing better security without the risk of battery damage from excessive clamping pressure.
- Is this part essential for my EPX truck? — Yes, a functioning battery holder is essential for safe and reliable RC truck operation, as it keeps your battery positioned correctly for proper weight distribution, vehicle balance and consistent handling performance during racing and bashing.
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 EPX BATTERY HOLDER AND BLOCKER W/MAGIC STRIP H22303 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 Number: H22303
- Part Name: Battery Holder and Blocker with Magic Strip
- Scale: 1/10
- Vehicle Type: Semi Truck (EPX)
- Part Type: Chassis Spares
- Compatible Models: HB-GPX4E-Y, HB-GPX4E-W, HB-GPX4E-CL
- Compatible Model Names: HoBao Hyper EPX 1/10 Cab Truck Roller with Yellow Body, HoBao Hyper EPX 1/10 Cab Truck Roller with Pearl White Body, HoBao Hyper EPX 1/10 Cab Truck Roller with Clear Body
- Special Feature: Magic Strip fastening technology
- EAN Code: 4711605979504
- Manufacturer RRP: £5.75
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