{"product_id":"tamiya-1-9-vw-dune-beetle-cross-bb-02","title":"Tamiya 1\/9 VW Dune Beetle Cross (BB-02)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 2023, we unveiled the BBX (BB01), a retro styled 2WD off-road buggy that paid homage to our rich history of off-road buggies with modern day performance and construction! Following up on the BBX’s mass appeal, we now have the follow-up kit that is sure to capture the hearts of Baja racing and Volkswagen Beetle fans alike!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnter a brand-new rear-wheel drive BB-02 buggy chassis! This R\/C car assembly kit is inspired by Volkswagen Beetles which take part in American off-road races. The chassis offers front suspension arm choices – double trailing arms or double wishbone arms, and features floor pan design motifs with front and rear tire housings to protect the model from dust and dirt. Details such as window net, fire extinguisher, exhaust pipes and roll cage enhance realism. Two new female driver and co-driver figures feature modern off-road race styling. Get ready for this assembly kit, which combines realistic looks and transcendent off-road performance!!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVW Dune Beetle Cross\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit follows up on the success of Tamiya's popular BB-01 BBX buggy, shifting the platform over to a brand new R\/C car assembly configuration designated as the BB-02. The model's aesthetic is heavily inspired by Volkswagen Beetle-based Baja buggies commonly raced across rugged terrain in the United States and Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/9 scale R\/C model assembly kit. Length: 454mm, width: 204mm (with front double trailing arms)\/225mm (with front double wishbone arms), height: 180mm. Wheelbase: 283mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe newly designed 1.0mm thick polycarbonate body recreates a race-oriented Beetle which features bulging front and rear fenders and removed rear engine hood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe roll cage ensures chassis rigidity and protects driver figures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight pods, front and taillights are realistically recreated. Light cases molded in black are included for attachment of separately sold LED lights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeated driver and co-driver figures with full-face helmets and dedicated arm parts are included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal design livery stickers included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver and co-driver (and their name stickers) are female.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures realistic depictions of details such as window net, fire extinguisher, stick shift, steering wheel, air cleaner, pulley, muffler and exhaust pipes for extra realism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBB-02 chassis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe rear-wheel drive BB-02 chassis has floor pan design motifs with front and rear tire housings to protect the model from dust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe R\/C equipment box is positioned under driver and co-driver figures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a lengthwise battery pack with the motor at the rear for optimum balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe sealed gearbox has a built-in ball differential, and drive shafts have joint boots for reliable off-road performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-wheel independent suspension uses front double trailing arms or double wishbone arms, and rear trailing arms. (*Front double wishbone and rear trailing arms are from Item 58719 1\/10 R\/C BBX (BB-01).)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront double trailing arms: Common suspension on full-size vehicles \/ longer arms and increased stroke \/ stable, straight-line performance \/ suited to flat dirt surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront double wishbone arms: Common on unlimited class vehicles \/ long arms give superlative ground-hugging \/ stable jumps \/ suited to off-road courses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptive dampers limit oil leakage. As the piston moves the oil seal changes shape and air passes through the hole, reducing oil leakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe battery pack can be installed from the bottom of the chassis by opening its hatch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHex hub wheels are paired with front rib pattern tires for directional stability and rear square spike tires for high grip. (*Hex hub wheel shape is the same as that of Item 58719 1\/10 R\/C BBX (BB-01), and tires are from Item 58719 1\/10 R\/C BBX (BB-01).)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequires\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2-channel radio, steering servo (standard or low profile compatible), ESC, 540-size motor (Brushless motors recommended) 7.2-7.4-volt battery with compatible charger, and Tamiya PS and acrylic paints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CL_sV-pdHx0\" title=\"Tamiya Volkswagen Dune Beetle Cross BB-02\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TAMIYA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44264364540038,"sku":"T58757","price":574.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/8617\/3749\/files\/Tamiya1_9VWDuneBeetleCross_BB-02.jpg?v=1787739009","url":"https:\/\/www.metrohobbies.com.au\/products\/tamiya-1-9-vw-dune-beetle-cross-bb-02","provider":"Metro Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}