TAMIYA 1/10 Hotshot (2007) RC Car Kit (No ESC)
ONE BRAND NEW TAMIYA 1/10 Hotshot (2007) RC Car Kit (No ESC).
This is a re-issued R/C assembly kit of the Hot Shot. It originally debuted in 1985 as Tamiya’s first 4WD off-road buggy.
An R/C Legend Returns
With its aggressive-looking body design and low centre of gravity, the Hotshot, Tamiya's first shaft-driven 4WD R/C buggy, made waves when it was introduced in 1985. The unique 3-piece chassis included such innovative features as front/rear mono-shock oil dampers, 4-wheel double wishbone suspension equipped with stabilizers, and front/rear fully-enclosed gearboxes equipped with thrust ball bearings and differential gears. A wide array of Option Parts were produced especially for modifying the Hotshot, and the machine became something that every youth at that time dreamed of. Fans have clamoured for a re-release of the epoch-making R/C car, and Tamiya now brings back this legend to let fans relive their childhood memories.
An Old Dog with New Tricks
Tamiya designers have given the Hotshot a makeover, replacing older, harder to assemble parts with modern equivalents but still keeping true to the spirit of the original Hotshot. While the front/rear double wishbone suspensions and adjustable mono-shock oil dampers remain the same, the drivetrain features modern dog bone type propeller shafts for enhanced reliability. The oil dampers have also been changed to the more modern diaphragm type. Also, with the use of a modern ESC, the original Hotshot's rear aluminium heat sink was no longer necessary. However, the Hotshot would not look the same without it, so our solution was to install a dummy part to remain faithful to the original look. Take this updated Hotshot out for a spin and compare it to today's R/C buggies to experience how far this hobby has developed!
Specifications
Length: 390mm
Width: 235mm
Height: 150mm
Weight: 1270g
Tread: (Front/Rear) 194mm
Tire Width/Diameter: (Front) 28/82mm, (Rear) 34/82mm
Frame: ABS Resin Monocoque
Drivetrain: Shaft-driven 4WD
Diff. Gear: 3-bevel
Steering: 2-piece Tie Rod
Suspension: 4-wheel Double Wishbone
Gear Ratio: 8.1:1, 10.04:1
Motor: Type RS540
SPECIFICATIONS
Adjustable Gear Ratio Fixed
Bearings Plastic bushing
Body Material Polycarbonate
Body Stickers Included
Chassis Material Plastic
Construction Type Assembly kit
Differential Type Gear
Drive Type 4WD
Electronic Speed Control (esc)&included
Led Light Buckets No
Led Lights No
Motor 540-brushed type
Requires A 2-channel radio remote control, steering servo, ESC, 7.2volt battery & battery charger, and Tamiya PS paint.
Scale 1/10
Shock Damper Oil-filled damper
Special Feature 1 Redesigned chassis features 4-wheel double wishbone suspension with unique front and rear mono-shocks.
Special Feature 2 Diaphragm-type oil dampers provide stable off-road driving performance.
Special Feature 3 New propeller shaft features dog bone type linkage to optimize power transmission efficiency.
Special Feature 4 Buggy body with large rear wing remains faithful to the original styling.
Special Feature 5 Aluminium heat sink helps keep the motor cool and is also an eye-catching chassis highlight.
Special Feature 6 Triangular wheel hubs further enhance the buggy's unique look.
Suspension Independent suspension
Terrain Use Off-Road