Tamiya 1/10 The Hornet 2004 2WD Electric Off Road RC Buggy Kit w/o ESC Tamiya - 58336A
Tamiya 1/10 The Hornet 2004 2WD Electric Off Road RC Buggy Kit w/o ESC Tamiya - 58336A
The Tamiya Hornet is a triumphant return of a true RC legend. This re-release of the revolutionary 1984 buggy captures the spirit of the original while incorporating modern technology and performance enhancements for today's enthusiasts. The Hornet was instrumental in launching a 2WD R/C buggy boom worldwide, and now it's back to inspire a new generation of RC enthusiasts.
The Legend Lives On
The revolutionary 1984 2WD off-road buggy is back and more fun than ever before! The Hornet stands as one of Tamiya's most popular R/C cars ever released, helping launch a 2WD R/C buggy boom worldwide. Featuring excellent performance on both dirt and on-road tracks, this awesome buggy can take on any type of terrain.
Just like the original, this re-release features an easy to assemble chassis and drivetrain consisting of a durable but lightweight ABS resin bathtub frame, diff gear loaded sealed gearbox, oil filled rear dampers, powerful RS 540 motor and high performance suspension system. The Hornet is perfect for those that used to have one, those that have always wanted one, and for those that want a revolutionary buggy that has earned its place in R/C history.
Features
- Solid bathtub frame with side bumpers
- High performance Type 540 motor
- Independent swing axle front suspension with friction shocks
- Rolling rigid axle rear suspension with oil filled shocks
- Sealed rear gearbox to protect diff gear during off-road running
- Original 3-piece assembly wheels compatible with optional ball bearings (sold separately)
- Straight ribbed racing front tyres
- Spiked buggy rear tyres
- Durable, shock absorbent polycarbonate body shell
- Reinforced resin bumper
- Genuine Tamiya Product
Specifications
- Length: 400mm (15.7")
- Width: 235mm (9.05")
- Height: 150mm (5.90")
- Wheelbase: 251mm (9.88")
- Body Shell: Clear Polycarbonate
- Chassis Type: Bathtub
- Construction Type: Assembly Kit
- Motor: Type 540 Brushed
- Electronic Brushed Speed Control (ESC): Not Included
- Motor Mount: Rear
- Wheel Drive: 2WD
- Gear Ratio: 8.2:1
- Suspension: Swing Axle Front/Rolling Rigid Rear, Coil over shock absorbers
- Terrain Use: Off Road
| Car | |
|---|---|
| Size (Scale): | 1/10 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Power Source: | Electric Brushed |
| Chassis Type: | Buggy |
| On/Off Road: | Off Road |
| Drivetrain: | 2WD |
Requires and can be purchased from Techno Hobbies to complete;
- FlySky GT2 2-Channel R/C Radio or similar with receiver ($79)
- Brushed Waterproof 60A ESC with Tamiya plug - Hobby Wing HAWPWP1060, Quicrun 30120201 WP60 ($59) or Surpass 79794 ($50)
- NiMh Battery ($35) or Lipo 7.V Battery (from $59)
- Suitable Charger NiMh $39 or LiPo balance charger (from $35)
- Steering Servo - Metal geared minimum 9-25Kg (from $45)
- AA batteries for the transmitter
- Poly-carbonate Tamiya spray paint for body shell ($13.95)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________Please Note: This body shell comes completely UNPAINTED and may or may not require body post holes to be drilled. Only use a polycarbonate style paint such as Tamiya PS series to finish these bodies as standard paints will not adhere and/or cause damage to the body shells surface.
