Tamiya 58618 1/10 Monster Beetle (2015)

Tamiya 1/10th Monster Beetle KitThe Tamiya Monster Beetle was a classic R/C phenomenon from the 1980s. After a long absence it is back as an updated assembly kit ready to traverse back yards across the country. The model features a stylized version of the timeless Volkswagen Beetle body, mounted on an all-action 2WD chassis fitted with big tires for rough-and-tumble off-road fun. This updated version promises to be great fun for both beginners and Tamiya R/C kit veterans alike!TypeDetailScale1/10Construction typeAssembly kitTerrain useMulti-PurposeDrive-train2WDDrive typeGearboxDrive lineDog boneDifferential typeGearSuspensionIndependent suspensionSteering mechanismDirect servoShock damperOil-filled damperShock damper materialPlasticTire typeRubberTire treadLug/pin-spikeBody materialABS PlasticChassis materialPlasticElectronic Speed Control (ESC)IExcludedLED Light bucketsNoLED lightsNoMotor540-brushed typeBearingsPlastic bushingAdjustable camberFixedAdjustable toe anglesFront onlyAdjustable ground clearanceFixedAdjustable gear ratioYesAdjustable wheelbaseFixedAdjustable track widthFixedAdjustable shock angleFixedSpecial feature 1Length: 410mm, width: 290mm, height: 240mm.Special feature 2The injection-molded plastic body accurately captures the form of the early VW Beetle.Special feature 3Includes many of the original stickers kept over from the original model design as well as newly-designed markings.Special feature 4The rugged original ABS space frame chassis has been kept. It utilizes double-wishbone front, and trailing arm rear suspension setups in tandem with CVA oil-filled dampers.Special feature 5NEW PARTS: Rear universal drive shafts transfer power smoothly, and come with rubber boots to protect outdrives from dust.Special feature 6A large dust cover is included to protect the R/C gear equipment.Special feature 7The model has 130mm-diameter tires with a combined lug/pin spike tread. They are paired with gold color plated one-piece wheels.Special feature 8Includes a driver figure.Needed To Complete2 Channel Radio and ReceiverStandard Size Servo for steeringElectronic Speed Controller7.2V NiMH Battery with standard Tamiya connectorCharger for BatteryPaint and Building equipment