Overview
The Louise RC ST-Uphill 1/10 Soft 1/2 Offset Black GP Jato 2WD tyre and wheel set (L-T3211SBH) is a premium tyre solution designed specifically for competitive and recreational RC enthusiasts in the UK who demand reliable performance on stadium truck and short course racing platforms. These high-quality tyres represent a significant upgrade for your 1/10 scale RC car, offering superior grip, durability and predictable handling characteristics across a wide variety of track surfaces. Whether you're a serious racer looking to improve your lap times or a weekend basher who wants better traction and stability, the Louise ST-Uphill series delivers professional-grade performance that will transform how your vehicle responds to throttle input and cornering demands.
Louise RC has established itself as a trusted manufacturer of aftermarket tyres for the RC car racing community, and the ST-Uphill range is their answer to drivers seeking soft compound tyres with specifically engineered offset geometry for maximum contact patch and predictable handling. These pre-glued wheel and tyre assemblies are ready to bolt onto your vehicle immediately — no additional preparation, gluing or mounting is required. The ST-Uphill series is engineered for 1/10 Stadium Trucks, making it an ideal choice for GP Jato 2WD, GP Stampede 2WD, GP Rustler 2WD and many other popular 1/10 platform vehicles that dominate RC racing in the UK and across Europe.
What sets the ST-Uphill apart from budget tyre options is the meticulous attention to compound formulation and tread pattern design. The soft compound rubber provides exceptional grip in both dry and lightly damp conditions, whilst the half-inch offset geometry keeps your tyres sitting perfectly on your wheels for optimal handling balance. This is the kind of performance enhancement that serious RC car UK enthusiasts choose when they want measurable improvements in control and consistency without breaking the bank on premium racing components.
Key Features
- Soft Compound Formulation — The Louise ST-Uphill tyres are manufactured using a soft rubber compound that maximises grip and traction across a variety of track surfaces, enabling you to maintain higher corner speeds and accelerate harder out of turns compared to harder compound alternatives.
- Half-Inch Wheel Offset — The 1/2 inch offset geometry is engineered to provide optimal weight distribution and contact patch consistency, resulting in more predictable and controllable handling characteristics that help both beginners and advanced drivers achieve faster lap times.
- Pre-Glued Assembly — These tyres arrive pre-glued to the wheels, eliminating the time-consuming and skill-dependent process of mounting and gluing tyres yourself, allowing you to install them on your vehicle and get racing within minutes.
- Included Foam Inserts — Each tyre comes with a foam insert pre-installed, providing the structural support needed to maintain tyre shape under cornering loads and preventing sidewall collapse during aggressive driving.
- 12mm Hex Fitment — The standard 12mm hexagonal fitting system ensures compatibility with virtually all mainstream 1/10 scale RC vehicles, including the GP Jato 2WD, EP Stampede, EP Rustler and Savage XS Flux platforms.
- Professional Tread Design — The carefully engineered tread pattern is optimised for stadium track and short course environments, providing superior water evacuation and mud shedding compared to slick or poorly designed alternatives.
- Wide Compatibility — Louise RC has engineered these tyres to fit an extensive range of 1/10 scale vehicles including Stadium Trucks, GP Jatos, Stampedes, Rustlers, Monster Jam platforms and the Savage XS Flux, making them an accessible upgrade for countless RC car owners in the UK.
Technical Performance
The Louise RC ST-Uphill represents a sophisticated engineering solution for 1/10 scale RC racing applications. With a tyre diameter of 101.5mm and width of 52.0mm, these tyres provide substantial contact patch and sidewall support that translates directly into improved traction and cornering stability. The soft compound rubber is specifically formulated to generate higher friction coefficients than standard or hard compounds, making these tyres particularly effective on carpet tracks, clay surfaces and artificial turf venues commonly found at UK RC clubs and racing facilities. The half-inch offset wheel geometry keeps the tyre positioned for maximum control, reducing understeer tendencies and improving overall vehicle balance through corners. Construction quality is exceptionally high, with consistent tread depth, uniform rubber density and careful quality control throughout the manufacturing process. The foam inserts are engineered to absorb impacts and vibration whilst maintaining tyre shape under the lateral forces generated during aggressive cornering and acceleration sequences. These pre-glued assemblies are manufactured to exacting standards, ensuring that every set you purchase will deliver consistent, predictable performance lap after lap. For racers targeting competitive times at UK RC tracks or simply wanting significantly better performance than standard tyres, the ST-Uphill offers exceptional value and proven reliability.
What's in the Box
- 2x Louise RC ST-Uphill 1/10 soft compound pre-glued tyres with 1/2 inch offset
- 12mm hexagonal wheel hubs included
- Foam inserts pre-installed in both tyres
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are these tyres suitable for both front and rear mounting? — Yes, the Louise ST-Uphill soft compound tyres and wheels can be fitted to both front and rear positions on compatible vehicles, making them an efficient choice for upgrading your entire running gear in a single purchase.
- What vehicles do the Louise ST-Uphill L-T3211SBH tyres fit? — These tyres are specifically engineered for 1/10 scale vehicles including the GP Jato 2WD R, GP Stampede 2WD R, GP Rustler 2WD R, EP Stampede 2WD FR, EP Rustler 2WD FR, EP Stampede 4WD FR/R, EP Monster Jam 2WD FR, Savage XS Flux FR/R, and Stadium Truck platforms with 12mm hexagonal wheel hubs.
- Do I need to glue these tyres myself? — No, these are supplied pre-glued and ready to install, saving you considerable time and eliminating the skill requirement typically associated with mounting and gluing aftermarket RC tyres.
- What is the difference between soft, medium and hard compound tyres? — Soft compound tyres like the ST-Uphill generate more grip and provide better traction on most track surfaces, making them ideal for racing and performance driving, whilst hard compounds last longer and work better in very hot conditions; medium compounds offer a compromise between grip and durability.
- Are these tyres good for beginners? — Yes, the improved grip and predictable handling of the ST-Uphill soft compound tyres actually make them excellent for newer drivers, as they provide more responsive feedback and more forgiving handling characteristics compared to harder or poorly-designed stock tyres.
- What does the 1/2 inch offset mean? — The 1/2 inch offset refers to the distance the wheel rim sits outward from the centre mounting point, affecting vehicle width, suspension geometry and handling balance; the half-inch offset on these wheels is optimised for stadium truck and short course racing applications.
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 LOUISE RC ST-UPHILL 1/10 SOFT 1/2 OFFSET BLACK GP JATO 2WD L-T3211SBH 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.
- Series: ST-Uphill
- Compound: Soft
- Colour: Black
- Scale: 1/10
- Wheel Fitment: 12mm Hex
- Tyre Diameter: 101.5mm
- Tyre Width: 52.0mm
- Wheel Offset: 1/2 inch
- Includes Foam Insert: Yes
- Pre-Glued: Yes
- Pack Contents: 2x pre-glued tyres with wheels
- Suitable Positions: Front and Rear
- Vehicle Compatibility: 1/10 Stadium Truck, GP Jato 2WD R, GP Stampede 2WD R, GP Rustler 2WD R, EP Stampede 2WD FR, EP Rustler 2WD FR, EP Stampede 4WD FR/R, EP Monster Jam 2WD FR, Savage XS Flux FR/R
- Part Number: L-T3211SBH
- EAN: 4710631025117
- Class: Truggy & Stadium
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