Tamiya The Grasshopper RC Buggy Electric 2WD 1/10 Scale Kit - Black Edition 47522
Tamiya The Grasshopper - Black Limited Edition
Tamiya Grasshopper Black Edition – Off-Road Legend

Conquer Any Terrain in Style
Experience the thrill of classic off-road racing with the Tamiya Grasshopper Black Edition. This legendary buggy is renowned for its rugged durability, bouncy performance, and iconic retro design — now available in a sleek Black Edition finish.

Authentic Body & Styling
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Black polystyrene body paired with an ABS monocoque chassis.
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Driver figure included, ready to paint for custom detailing.
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Three-piece fluorescent yellow wheels with front ribbed and rear paddle tires for maximum traction.
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Perfect for customization with standard plastic model paints.
Rugged Off-Road Performance
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Front swing axle and rear rigid coil-sprung suspension handle rough terrain with ease.
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Sealed gearbox protects against dust and dirt.
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Internal differential ensures smooth, predictable cornering.
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Lightweight yet durable, the Grasshopper is built to take on challenging off-road conditions.
- The Grasshopper is a bona fide Tamiya classic, beloved for its smooth assembly and driving experiences, as well as its detailed injection molded body. In this kit, that Grasshopper body comes molded in black plastic, with the addition of stickers and lights required to finish it off, as well as painting the driver figure. This 2WD radio controlled buggy will be right at home whether you use it off-road or on.
Robust 2WD Chassis
A rugged ABS resin monocoque is more than up to the stresses of off-road driving, and features front swing axle and rear rolling rigid suspension setups for a responsive drive, while a fully enclosed gearbox is has a built-in differential gear to aid smooth cornering. Three-piece wheels are paired with front grooved and rear paddle tires for solid performance.
Specifications
- Construction type: assembly kit
- Length: 389mm
- Width: 223mm
- Height: 135mm
- Weight: 830g
- 380 type motor (chassis compatible with 540 type motor - sold separately)
- Rear 2-wheel drive
- 3-bevel differential gear
- Independent swing axle front suspension
- Rolling rigid axle rear suspension friction dampers
- Tyre width/diameter: 21mm/73mm (front), 41mm/82mm (rear)
- 3-piece assembly wheels, straight ribbed racing front tyres, paddle rear tyres
- Front and rear axle compatible with ball bearings (sold separately)
- Steering mechanism: direct servo
- Body material: Clear Polycarbonate
- Chassis material: plastic
- Electronic Speed Control (ESC): Included
- LED Light buckets: no







