Overview
The HoBao Hyper Extreme VTE2 1/7 Centre Dogbone 6x149mm (HOP-0142) is a premium replacement driveshaft component designed specifically for the HoBao 1/7 Extreme VTE2-V2 on-road electric RC car and the HoBao Extreme VTE2 1/8 on-road roller platform. This centre dogbone is an essential part of your RC car UK setup, engineered to deliver reliable power transmission and precise handling characteristics that serious RC enthusiasts demand. Whether you're a competitive racer looking to optimise your ready to run RC car or an experienced hobbyist performing maintenance and upgrades, this OEM quality spare part ensures your vehicle maintains peak performance on the track. The specific 6x149mm dimension makes this dogbone perfectly suited to the VTE2 platform's drivetrain geometry, providing the exact fitment and mechanical advantage your vehicle needs for consistent acceleration and smooth cornering.
Built to HoBao's exacting engineering standards, this centre dogbone replacement is an ideal upgrade option for anyone serious about maintaining their 1/7 scale electric RC car in top condition. The centre dogbone is a critical component that connects the transmission to the front and rear differentials, transferring rotational force with minimal backlash and maximum efficiency. When your existing dogbone becomes worn, bent or damaged, replacing it with a genuine HoBao component ensures you're restoring your vehicle's original performance characteristics rather than accepting compromised handling and acceleration.
RC Model Shop stocks this HoBao genuine spare part as part of our comprehensive range of RC car upgrades and replacement components for the UK market. We recognise that serious RC enthusiasts need access to quality OEM parts without delays, which is why we maintain stock of essential HoBao spares that keep your RC hobby running smoothly. This centre dogbone represents excellent value for money and is an investment in your vehicle's longevity and performance consistency.
Key Features
- Genuine HoBao OEM Component — This is an authentic factory-manufactured part from HoBao, ensuring precise fitment and compatibility with your VTE2 platform without any modification or adjustment required, which means you can trust the quality and durability of this replacement.
- Precise 6x149mm Specification — The exact 6x149mm dimension is engineered specifically for the HoBao Extreme VTE2 chassis geometry, providing optimised driveline length that balances acceleration response with smooth power delivery across different track conditions.
- Centre Dogbone Design — As the centre driveshaft coupling component, this dogbone transmits power from the transmission to both front and rear differentials, making it a critical element in your RC car's drivetrain system that directly affects handling precision and acceleration consistency.
- Dual Vehicle Compatibility — This single component is compatible with both the HoBao 1/7 Extreme VTE2-V2 on-road electric ARR and the HoBao Extreme VTE2 1/8 on-road roller platform, making it a versatile spare part for drivers running either platform variant.
- Straightforward Replacement Installation — The centre dogbone is designed as a direct swap replacement for worn or damaged units, with no special tools or adjustments required, allowing you to get back to racing quickly without extended downtime.
- Professional-Grade Engineering — HoBao's precision manufacturing ensures this component maintains tight tolerances and minimal backlash, delivering the responsive handling and predictable acceleration that competitive RC racing demands.
Technical Performance
The HoBao Hyper Extreme VTE2 centre dogbone represents a crucial component in the drivetrain architecture of high-performance 1/7 scale electric on-road RC cars. This centre dogbone serves as the primary coupling mechanism that transfers rotational force from the main transmission to the front and rear differentials, directly influencing the vehicle's acceleration characteristics, handling precision, and overall driveline efficiency. At 6x149mm, this component is precisely engineered to match the VTE2 platform's suspension geometry and motor mounting setup, ensuring optimal power delivery without vibration or binding. The centre dogbone configuration is particularly important in on-road racing where track surface conditions demand consistent, predictable traction and minimal driveline compliance. Over time, centre dogbones can become bent, cracked, or develop excessive wear that manifests as loss of precision handling, acceleration delays, or unusual drivetrain noise. Replacing with a genuine HoBao component restores your vehicle's factory-specification performance characteristics, ensuring you're not losing critical track performance due to worn driveline components. The quality of materials and manufacturing precision in HoBao components is recognised throughout the RC enthusiast community as professional-grade standard, comparable to other premium RC car manufacturers competing in the competitive on-road racing segment.
What's in the Box
- 1 x HoBao Centre Dogbone 6x149mm (HOP-0142)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the HoBao centre dogbone 6x149mm a direct replacement for my VTE2? — Yes, this centre dogbone is engineered as a direct OEM replacement component for both the HoBao 1/7 Extreme VTE2-V2 and the HoBao Extreme VTE2 1/8 on-road platforms. No modifications, adjustments, or additional parts are required for installation; it is simply a swap for your existing centre dogbone.
- What happens if my centre dogbone becomes damaged or worn? — A damaged or excessively worn centre dogbone can result in imprecise steering response, loss of acceleration consistency, unusual clicking or binding noises from the drivetrain, and poor handling feel on the track. Replacing it with this genuine HoBao component will restore your vehicle's original performance characteristics and handling precision.
- Why should I choose a genuine HoBao spare part over an aftermarket alternative? — Genuine HoBao components are engineered to the exact specifications of your vehicle's platform, ensuring perfect fitment, proper tolerance stack-up through the entire drivetrain, and reliability that matches your vehicle's original performance. Aftermarket alternatives may introduce play or binding that compromises handling consistency.
- How often should I replace my centre dogbone? — Under normal driving conditions with regular maintenance, a centre dogbone should last throughout a season of recreational or competitive use. However, heavy racing use, crashes, or exposure to water and dirt may accelerate wear, requiring more frequent replacement as part of your preventative maintenance schedule.
- Is this suitable for both competitive racing and recreational bashing? — Yes, this centre dogbone is suitable for all driving styles from casual weekend bashing to competitive on-road racing, as it is the standard factory component for the VTE2 platform regardless of how you choose to drive your RC car.
- What is the difference between this centre dogbone and other HoBao driveshaft components? — The centre dogbone specifically couples the transmission to the differentials and is located in the centre of the chassis. HoBao also offers alternative driveshaft options such as the 112mm centre driveshaft (OP-0143) which is a different component designed for alternative drivetrain configurations. This 6x149mm centre dogbone is the standard OEM specification for the VTE2.
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 HYPER EXTREME VTE2 1/7 CENTRE DOGBONE 6x149MM HOP-0142 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.
- Scale: 1/7 (compatible with HoBao Extreme VTE2-V2)
- Component Type: Centre Dogbone driveshaft coupling
- Specification: 6x149mm
- Fitment: HB-VTE2-V2 HoBao 1/7 Extreme VTE2-V2 On-Road Electric ARR
- Fitment: HB-VTE2-8 HoBao Extreme VTE2 1/8 On-Road EP Roller 80% Pre-Assembled
- Part Number: HOP-0142
- EAN: 4711256700571
- Manufacturer: HoBao
- Quantity: 1 piece
- Drivetrain Function: Transmission to differential coupling mechanism
- Manufacturing Standard: OEM genuine HoBao component
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