Please note that this product was formerly released as Item 84389. The specifications remain the same.

Tamiya is delighted to welcome the Fighting Buggy back to its product line-up with this re-release version of the 1982 R/C buggy classic. It retains the unique suspension and drivetrain setups employed on the original model and pairs them with a newly-designed chassis. The ABS resin body keeps the shape and design theme from its predecessor, accenting it with updated markings. It is equipped with an aluminum roof wing part and side nets for an authentic buggy-esque look.

Features

• The single seater buggy-inspired body is molded in ABS plastic, with marking stickers included.
• The front suspension employs die-cast trailing arms, torsion springs and aluminum oil dampers.
• 3-piece front wheels are paired with ribbed tires.
• Rear suspension arms are connected by a monoshock damper, with the model employing direct drive.
• The rear monoshock has a distinctive oil reserve tank.
• Rear tires have pin spikes right onto the tire shoulder, and are paired with 3-piece wheels.

What You Need?

• 2-Channel R/C unit + standard servo (for steering)
• A brushed car ESC
• 7.2V 3600-5000mAh NiMH or 7.4V 3600-5000mAh LiPo battery pack & compatible charger
• R6/AA/UM3 batteries for transmitter

A Highly Satisfying Off-Road Experience
The original 2mm-thick FRP and duralumin chassis plate is replaced with a new 2.5mm-thick FRP plate, finished in black like the 1.5mm-thick mechanism deck. The model can be powered by the separately sold Tamiya LF Battery LF1100-6.6V Racing Pack (M-Size), which will fit neatly underneath the mechanism deck. Afficionados of the original model will note that the die cast arms remain the same on the 2014 version, while the separate reserve tank is still used on the rear suspension, which otherwise receives a number of new parts. A sealed direct drive gear case also houses the motor and protects it from dust and dirt. Stability is provided by ribbed front tires, and the rear gives excellent grip thanks to tires with tread patterns that extend to the sidewalls. 3-piece wheels are used both front and rear.

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Specifications
Length: 410mm, width: 230mm, height: 160mm
Wheelbase: 250mm
Tread: 165mm (front), 180mm (rear)
FRP double deck chassis frame
Rear wheel direct drive 2WD
2-piece steering tie-rod
Front suspension: double trailing arm, Rear suspension: swing axle & transverse monoshock
Tire width/diameter: 21/73mm (front), 49/86mm (rear)
Aluminum oil dampers
Full ball bearings
Gear ratio=10:1 or 6.5:1
Type 540 motor included
Requires electronic speed controller (ESC) (sold separately)