For the Losi 1/6th scale Buggy – 8IGHT-X Super Lasernut, whether you’re looking to extend your runtime or upgrade your racing performance, you’ll find the best replacement battery solutions here. Below, we recommend and analyze two distinctive hard case LiPo batteries that stand out from numerous competitors in the market and have proven their reliability over time.
About this car:
- It features two battery trays, each with dimensions of 140 x 47mm (L x W).
- It uses IC5 or EC5 connectors.
- It runs on two 3S LiPo batteries.
Best Overall Battery
Nihewo 8500mAh 3S 100C 11.1V Lipo with EC5
Brand: Nihewo
Voltage: 11.1V
Capacity: 8500mAh
Discharge Rate: 100C
Connector: EC5 Connector
Size: 139 x 47 x 39 mm（L x W x H)
Weight: 475g
Highlight: Long Running Time | High C-rate | Budget-Friendly
This is the highest capacity battery we’ve seen for this RC car so far, boasting 8500mAh. Compared to the stock battery, it extends runtime by nearly 70%, eliminating any worries about running out of power and allowing you to fully enjoy the excitement of racing and bashing.
Moreover, it has another major highlight: it’s budget-friendly. While it may not match the performance of big brand batteries in every aspect, the difference is minimal. Especially in terms of power, it meets the basic power needs of the 8IGHT-X Super Lasernut.
Best Performance Battery
Gens ace Smart 5300mAh 3S 100C HV 11.4V Lipo with EC5
Brand: Gens ace
Voltage: 11.4V
Capacity: 5300mAh
Discharge Rate: 100C
Connector: EC5 Connector
Size: 138 x 46 x 38 mm（L x W x H)
Weight: 374g
Highlight: LiHV | High C-rate | Durable | Well-made
Gens ace is a well-known high-end brand, and these batteries are crafted with premium materials and packaging. They are more durable, have a longer lifespan, and offer better performance compared to other batteries.
Although this battery may not have the highest capacity, it is a LiHV (Lithium High Voltage) battery and includes unique smart features from the Gens ace advanced series.
What is a LiHV Battery?
Compared to a standard 11.1V 3S LiPo battery, the HV 11.4V 3S LiPo battery provides the 8IGHT-X Super Lasernut with higher discharge power and maintains high voltage longer during running, ensuring stable and prolonged performance.
What is the Smart Gens ace Advanced series?
These batteries offer portable functionalities directly on the battery itself, without the need for additional inspection tools:
- LED Power Indicator: Provides real-time battery status.
- Voltage Status Indicator: Shows the health status of the battery in real time. If the battery is overcharged or the cell voltage gap is too large, the indicator will alert you to the issue.
- Overcharge Cutoff: Automatically stops charging to prevent overcharging.
- Auto Storage Mode: If the battery is stored for more than 5 days with cell voltage over 3.95V, it will automatically discharge to 3.92V and enter self-storage mode.
