Well I run a RC8.2e and see a lot of guys convert RC8.2 since nitro is dying around here. I like OFNA but I have to say I had no major issues with the AE. I hit a pole at our track at full speed head on and I only stripped some front screws so I can say that the RC8.2e is very durable. Can't really say anything about the Hyper since nobody races one at our track. So my vote is also for the RC8.2