Description
Team Associated ST550 – Super Touring Style with 4WD Performance
Team Associated ST550 is a 1:10 scale 4WD Ready-to-Run RC car that brings the distinctive look of 1990s Super Touring racing to the modern Apex2 Sport chassis. Its low racing body, rear wing, side mirrors, realistic brake details and motorsport-inspired graphics give the model an authentic touring-car appearance.
The Apex2 Sport chassis features independent front and rear suspension with coil-over shocks. It also uses Team Associated’s Active Rear Toe system, which changes the rear toe angle as the suspension moves, helping improve rear-end stability and traction during driving.
The full-time 4WD drivetrain gives the ST550 predictable handling and strong traction under acceleration and through corners. Steel dogbone driveshafts and drive axles, enclosed front and rear gear differentials and an aluminum motor plate provide a durable drivetrain suitable for regular hobby use.
The model comes factory assembled with a 550-size brushed motor, electronic speed controller, steering servo, receiver and 2.4 GHz radio system already installed. As a true RTR model, only a suitable drive battery, charger and AA batteries for the transmitter are required before driving.
One of the practical advantages of the ST550 is its adjustable battery mounting system. The Apex2 Sport chassis can be configured for both Shorty and standard-size battery packs, giving you more freedom when choosing the battery capacity and format.
Our Recommended Battery and Charger
To make the Team Associated ST550 as easy as possible to get started with, we recommend the Absima 4000mAh 7.4V 2S Hardcase LiPo Battery with T-Plug. Its standard-size hardcase format provides a useful 4000 mAh capacity for good driving time, while the T-Plug connects directly to the model’s ESC without the need for an additional adapter.
For charging, we recommend the simple Absima 2S LiPo Charger – 4000034. Charging is carried out through the battery’s balance connector, making it a straightforward solution for users who want an easy charging setup without the complexity of a programmable charger.
Our recommended setup:
The battery’s T-Plug is used for connecting the battery to the car, while the balance plug is used for charging with the Absima 4000034 charger.
Team Associated ST550 Key Features
- 1:10 scale electric Super Touring RC car
- Apex2 Sport chassis
- Full-time 4WD drivetrain
- Factory-assembled RTR model
- 550-size brushed motor
- Electronic speed controller
- Independent front and rear suspension
- Coil-over shock absorbers
- Active Rear Toe rear suspension
- Steel dogbone driveshafts and drive axles
- Enclosed front and rear gear differentials
- Aluminum motor plate
- Adjustable shock mounting positions
- Adjustable body post height
- Adjustable battery mounting system
- Compatible with Shorty and standard-size battery configurations
- Hook-and-loop battery retention straps
- Realistic molded brake discs and calipers
- Side mirrors and rear wing
- Racing-inspired body graphics
- Durable molded tub-style chassis
Technical Specifications
- Scale: 1:10
- Drive system: 4WD
- Chassis: Apex2 Sport
- Type: Super Touring / On-Road
- Completion level: RTR / Ready-to-Run
- Length: 458 mm
- Width: 190 mm
- Wheelbase: 259 mm
- Internal gear ratio: 2.6:1
- Motor: 550-size brushed
- Battery connector: T-Plug
- Battery configuration: Shorty or standard-size 2S LiPo
- Item code: 30127
- UPC: 784695301276
What’s Included
- Team Associated Apex2 Sport ST550
- Factory-painted and finished Super Touring body
- 550-size brushed motor
- Electronic speed controller
- Steering servo
- Receiver
- 2.4 GHz transmitter
- Wheels and tires
- Factory-assembled 4WD chassis
Drive battery and charger are not included with the Team Associated 30127.
Required for Operation
- Suitable 2S 7.4V LiPo drive battery
- Compatible LiPo charger
- 4 × AA batteries for the transmitter
For an easy starter setup, we recommend the Absima 4000mAh 7.4V 2S Hardcase LiPo Battery with T-Plug together with the Absima 4000034 2S LiPo Charger.








