"The spirit of adventure never backs down."

Introducing the HPI Racing Venture18 U4 Ford Bronco 4400 – built to dominate the trail with bold looks and rock-solid performance. Based on the proven Venture18 chassis, this compact crawler packs full-scale capability into a portable, go-anywhere platform. Whether you’re tackling tight technical trails or blasting over rocky terrain, the Venture18 U4 Ford Bronco is your ticket to unstoppable fun and exploration.

Just like its predecessor, the Venture18 U4 features a rugged
formed steel C-channel chassis and realistic drivetrain design. It comes equipped with a precision-engineered all-metal 2-speed transmission, full-time locked differentials, 4-link suspension
front and rear, and universal telescopic counter-rotating driveshafts – delivering true off-road performance in any environment.
V2 Oil-filled shock absorbers provide smooth, consistent control, while the compact scale ensures you can take it anywhere.

This Venture18 marks the exciting arrival of the Ford Bronco 4400 to the HPI lineup – a bold, trail-ready rig inspired by the legendary Ultra4 off-road race machines. The officially licensed body features aggressive RTR Vehicles Off-Road styling, molded tube-style roll cage and interior, front LED light bar, and a pre-painted clipless polycarbonate body, in either Vaughn Gittin Jr or Loren Healy high-impact desert race livery that captures the essence of Ford's off-road racing heritage.

The Venture18 U4 Ford Bronco 4400 is fully Ready-to-Run (RTR), complete with a 600mAh LiPo battery and USB balance charger – everything you need to hit the trail straight out of the box. Whether you’re bouncing over rocks or cruising through your backyard terrain, this compact trail truck delivers big thrills with every drive.

It’s not just a model – it’s a machine built for the wild.
Adventure is calling – answer it with the Venture18 U4 Ford Bronco 4400.

FORD Bronco 4400

Styled after Vaughn Gittin Jr.’s unmistakable Ford Bronco 4400, the officially licensed Venture18 RTR captures the attitude and aggression of its full-scale counterpart. With its eye-catching livery inspired by Vaughn Gittin Jr.’s race-winning rigs and packed with authentic scale details—from working light grill to tube cage and interior—this RC model isn’t just about looks. It’s built to take on the trail just like the real 1000-horsepower monster tearing through King of the Hammers.

CLIPLESS BODY MOUNTING SYSTEM

Say goodbye to the hassle of traditional body clips! The Venture18 U4 Clipless Body Mounting System offers a seamless, secure, and efficient solution for mounting and removing the body. Designed for ease of use and built to last, this system eliminates the need for messy clips that can get lost or break during extended trailing sessions. With a single twist-lock mechanism, hinge at the front this time, you’ll enjoy quick access to the chassis and effortless battery swaps, making your Venture18 U4 experience smoother and more enjoyable than ever.

FULLY FUNCTIONING FRONT GRILL LIGHTS  

The Venture18 U4 comes equipped with a powerful, fully functional LED light bar that’s directly controlled from your transmitter – putting lighting control right at your fingertips!

Thanks to the built-in light controller, the Venture18 U4 offers multiple lighting modes straight out of the box. Easily cycle between Day Mode, Dusk Mode, and Night Mode for the perfect level of illumination, whether you're crawling in daylight or charging through the dark.

Want even more visibility? Upgrade with the optional Roof Light Kit (HPI-160869) for the ultimate in scale realism and trail lighting performance.

Details that Deliver Rugged Realism and Trail-Ready Functionality

The Venture18 U4’s body is molded from high-strength polycarbonate; it’s engineered to withstand the rigors of trailing and high-speed Ultra4 action without cracking under pressure. The aggressive lines and muscular stance are a direct nod to Vaughn Gittin Jr.’s legendary Ford Bronco 4400, bringing that unmistakable Ultra4 attitude to 1/18 scale.

Taking realism a step further, the Venture18 U4 features a fully functional spare wheel mounted at the rear—not just for show, but ready to swap in when the trail takes its toll. The tube-style roll cage hugs the inside of the body, offering protection while enhancing the authentic rock racer look.

Inside, scale details continue with a realistic interior cockpit, complete with molded driver figures and dash components that give this rig a competition-ready vibe straight out of the box.

TRAILBLASTER OFF-ROAD TIRES on CL-5 WHEELS

The Venture18 U4 comes equipped with all-new TREDZ 1.2" TRAILBLASTER tires, molded in a high-traction sticky rubber compound for maximum grip on challenging terrain. These oversized tires feature an increased diameter—4mm larger than standard—providing improved ground clearance and extending into the sidewalls to help the Venture18 U4 tackle tough obstacles like slick roots, moss-covered rocks, and uneven surfaces with ease.

Mounted on color-matched CL-5 1.2" 3-piece beadlock wheels, the setup combines both performance and scale realism. Each wheel includes center hub caps that conceal the steel wheel locknuts, giving the truck a clean, authentic look straight out of a full-size off-road rig playbook.

Whether you're crawling over rocky ledges or maneuvering through tight, technical lines, the Venture18 U4 delivers relentless performance and trail-worthy durability—guaranteeing hours of off-road fun.

COUNTER-ROTATING DRIVELINE

The Venture18 features counter-rotating telescopic center driveshafts with universal joints at both ends for super-smooth power transmission to the front and rear axles. This virtually eliminates torque-twist on the chassis when the truck is powering up tough inclines!

CENTER SERVO OPERATED 2-SPEED TRANSMISSION 

The Venture18 is equipped with an all-metal, servo-operated 2-speed transmission, designed for superior performance and durability. With the flick of a switch on the transmitter, you can effortlessly switch between low and high gears, giving you the flexibility to tackle any terrain with ease.

Low Gear boasts an impressive final drive ratio of 81.44:1, providing exceptional slow-speed crawling capabilities for those tight, technical trails and obstacles. And when you need a burst of speed on a flat, open section - or just need a wild amount of power to get up a climb! - simply shift to High Gear on the transmitter for a final drive ratio of 20.36:1, offering a blast of speed!

LOW CENTER OF GRAVITY

Built with an all-metal transmission design, the driveline is not only incredibly tough and brushless-ready but also features a super-low center of gravity. The driveshafts are composite slider-style shafts with universal joints at each end, where they meet the transmission case and axle. At the axles, metal 11-tooth pinions and 28-tooth ring gears (for an axle ratio of 2.54:1) sit inside the "pumpkin", or center, of the axles. This helps enhance stability and balance, allowing the Venture18 to conquer even the most challenging lines and obstacles with confidence.

AXLE MOUNTED STEERING SERVO

The Venture18 features a strong, high-torque 1.1kg plastic-geared micro steering servo. The axle mounted servo allows the Venture18 to go exactly where you want it with precise steering control, and the extra weight over the front axle helps the truck get over tough obstacles!

45 deg STEERING ANGLE

The Venture18 steering setup and front universal driveshafts give the truck and impressive 45 degrees of steering angle out of the box, so you don't have to do any complicated modifications to get maximum performance on the trail.

Maximized Clearance Angles

The Venture18 chassis is loaded with potential, making it extremely versatile on the trail and up tough climbing routes. Its capability lies in several factors, including off-road friendly clearance angles from the tire contact points to the bumpers and chassis, as well as good ground clearance thanks to its minimal diff case size. 

• Break-over angle: 55 deg
• Approach angle: 79.8 deg
• Departure angle: 77.3 deg
• Max climb angle: 52 deg
• Max tilt angle: 41 deg
• Axle articulation: 29.7 deg

REALISTIC SUSPENSION AND HANDLING

The Venture18’s suspension setups helps it drive great on- or off-road – and it looks just like the real thing while driving! There’s no unrealistic bouncing or springing here! Thanks to its scaled-down suspension taking from real off-road machines, plus perfect positioning of components like the steering servo, transmission and electronics, you'll be able to take your adVenture just about anywhere!

STRAIGHT AXLES

The Venture18, just like classic off-roaders, is equipped with straight axles both front and rear, providing exceptional power delivery when you need it most. These rugged axles ensure that each tire operates with full-time 4WD, maximizing grip and traction on any surface.

With an impressive axle articulation of 29.7 degrees, helped by the taller TRAILBLAZER tire, the Venture18 can easily conquer large obstacles while keeping all four wheels firmly planted on the ground.

MULTI-LINK SUSPENSION - UPDATED CHASSIS LAYOUT

The Venture18 features a sturdy and reliable 4-link suspension front and at the rear. 4mm composite rod links with integrated ball links form the lower and upper suspension links front and rear.

The chassis layout has been reworked to accommodate the narrower Ford Bronco 4400 body. As a result, the side skirts and rock rails have been removed, and the rear chassis brace has been redesigned to house the radio components and battery pack.

V2 OIL-FILLED COILOVER SHOCKS

For ultimate trail tuning, the Venture18 U4 features aluminum-capped oil-filled threaded body shock absorbers with a new lower threaded aluminum seal cap and soft springs that will easily handle the gentle bumps and dips you encounter while driving, as well as the harder hits that come with off-road trailing!

You can tune your truck's ride with different shock oils or fine-tune on the run with the threaded aluminum spring collars to make the Venture18 perform at its best on the trail.

FORMED STEEL C-CHANNEL CHASSIS RAILS

The Venture18 is built for performance and scale realism, featuring a rugged open C-channel chassis rail design. This design mirrors the 1/10^th scale Venture and takes inspiration from real-world truck construction, offering superior strength and durability. The steel C-chassis rails provide the solid foundation your truck needs to tackle any terrain.

The black finish adds to its scale authenticity but also provides extra protection against wear and corrosion, ensuring your Venture18 maintains its good looks and functionality through countless adventures.

SRL-706 3-in-1 ESC/RX/Light Controller

The Venture18 is equipped with a highly versatile SRL-706 3-in-1 electronic speed controller, which is packed with a full range of adjustments and capabilities. The SRL-706 is rated at 10A constant and 50A burst current and packs a lot of punch into something only 11g in weight.

The SRL-706 programmable settings can be controlled directly from the Transmitter! The TF-706 dip switches allow changes including, Drive mode, Battery mode, Drag brake and servo reverses for channels 5 and 6.

SD-01WR STEERING SERVO

The water-resistant HPI SD-01WR steering servo is the ideal companion for the Venture18 electronics package. This is a high torque servo with up to 1.1kg-cm holding power at 6V, plus it's water-resistant so it can easily handle splashes and water drops when driving through puddles, snow and mud. Mounted directly to the axle, it provides extra weight over the front axle to enhance the front weight bias of the Venture18. 

• Operating Voltage: 4.8-6V
• 6V: Speed: 0.15 sec/60 degrees, Torque: 1.1kg-cm
• Servo Spline: 40T

TF-706 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM

The Venture18 comes equipped with the cutting-edge TF-706 radio system, the latest addition to the HPI-Racing steering wheel and pistol grip lineup. This fully-featured, ultra-lightweight 2.4GHz 6-channel radio is designed for precision and control, offering complete adjustability to suit your driving style. You can also select the different light options on the Venture18, using the channel 3 button on the grip!

For added versatility, the TF-706 includes a thumb stick option, enabling one-handed driving - perfect for when you need to keep a hand free for filming, or photos or even a drink!

When paired with the SRL-706 3-in-1 RX/ESC and Light Controller on the brushed models, the TF-706 offers remote control of ESC settings, giving you even more flexibility and precision in tuning your performance on the go.

55T 180 MOTOR

This 55T 180 Micro Motor is the heart of your Venture18’s powerhouse performance and provides the perfect mix of speed on the trail and crawling torque for climbing steep embankments and obstacles across both low and high RPM ranges, ensuring seamless power delivery with every twist of the throttle. Whether you're crawling over rugged terrain or powering through challenging trails, this motor gives you the ultimate edge. 

Comprehensive Instruction Manual

All HPI Racing kits include a detailed multi-language instruction manual. It features exploded diagrams with part numbers, parts lists, radio and speed control setup information and everything you need to know about your Venture18 to ensure that you have the know-how when it comes to maintaining and upgrading your kit. You can also download a digital version of the manual to your personal electronic device and keep it with you for easy reference on the go.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Recommended LiPo Charge Case for charging LiPo packs