Tamiya 47458 1/10 Thunder Dragon 2021 4WD RC Buggy

Re-issued and updated version of the 1988 hit buggy Thunder Dragon!

With shaft-driven 4WD, ground hugging suspension providing a super drive, plus the stylish body which appeared in a classic R/C comic in Japan, this will be an exciting release.

Thunder & Flame

This assembly kit creates an updated re-release version of the classic R/C off-road buggy Thunder Dragon, which appeared in a Japanese cartoon in the 1980s. Its ABS bathtub frame is tough and allows easy maintenance, while 4-wheel double wishbone suspension uses CVA oil dampers and a front stabilizer for a superior ride. Sealed gearboxes front and rear contain differentials with die-cast 3-bevel types for smooth, superior handling feel, and semi-pneumatic spike tires give great grip. The streamlined body is molded in polycarbonate, with non-canopy sections painted in silver. It is pre-cut for convenience.

Tough Shaft-Driven 4WD

The midship motor, shaft-driven 4WD chassis is based around a lightweight and tough monocoque, with 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension attached to gearboxes: an easy maintenance layout using upper "I" and lower "H" arms. Dual CVA oil dampers at the rear and a single one in the front monoshock setup are joined by a front stabilizer for optimal flex. Gear differential units front and rear are in sealed gearboxes, and an aluminum motor mount further improves reliability.

Features

• The body is molded in polycarbonate and pre-cut, with non-canopy sections pre-painted in silver.
• Semi-pneumatic spike tires give great grip, and are paired with large-diameter ABS wheels.
• 4-wheel double wishbone suspension uses CVA oil dampers and a front stabilizer for a superior ride.

Requires

• 2-Channel Radio Control Unit with receiver
• NiMH Battery and appropriate charger
• Batteries for RC transmitter
• Requires Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)

• Length: 390mm, Width: 240mm, Height: 139mm
• Wheelbase: 260mm
• Minimum ground clearance: 23mm
• Tread: 203mm (front), 194mm (rear)
• Bathtub frame
• Tire width/diameter: 38/83mm (front and rear)
• Shaft-driven 4WD
• 3-bevel differential gears (front and rear)
• 3-piece steering tie-rod
• 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension
• Gear ratio = 7.68:1
• Type 540 Motor
• Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) is sold separately