Tamiya 58346 RC Kit: 1/10 2WD The Grasshopper (2005)
Tamiya 58346 RC Kit: 1/10 2WD The Grasshopper (2005)
NOTE: This is a kit and requires assembly. Some parts are sold separately- see list below.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Unassembled 1/10 2WD The Grasshopper (2005) kit with unpainted body
- Body decals
- 380-size brushed motor and paired ESC
REQUIRED ITEMS (SOLD SEPARATELY)
- 2-Channel radio system
- Standard steering servo
- 7.2V NiMH battery pack and suitable charger
- Body paint (Tamiya TS spray recommended)
- Tools for assembly
DESCRIPTION
Let It All Begin With This One Buggy
Based on 1-seater buggies seen tearing-up dirt tracks across the U.S. in the 80's, the Grasshopper first made its appearance in RC stores in 1984. Boasting easy assembly and easy control, the lightweight Grasshopper proved an instant hit as the perfect entry level RC kit. Also compatible with a whole range of option parts such as oil dampers, 540 motor and ball bearings, the Grasshopper was an entry level car that could keep up with the owners driving experience. Packed with all the fantastic features of the original kit, this fun 2WD buggy is a blast on both off-road and on-road tracks. Whether it was your first or will be your first, the Grasshopper guarantees to please.
Simple But Tough 2WD Chassis
The perfect combination of simple assembly and tough exterior is what made the Grasshopper so special. Durable plastic body is fastened to bathtub resin monocoque chassis by screws, creating a solid frame that can absorb any type of rough handling. Off-road tracks can be tackled with ease thanks to coil spring dampers, and independent swing axle front and rigid axle rear suspension. Diff loaded sealed gearbox keeps out the dirt and stones for smooth driving and cornering. Paddle style rear tires and grooved front tires combine with 3-piece assembly type wheels for excellent grip performance on dirt tracks. Half-body driver figure adds that finishing touch to a fun off-road RC car.
- Features a rugged ABS resin bathtub chassis.
- Front swing axle and rear rolling rigid suspension setups are actuated by coil-sprung friction dampers.
- Fully enclosed rear gearbox contains a differential gear to aid smooth cornering.
- Front ribbed tires give great straight-ahead grip, and rear spike tires provide powerful drive. They are matched with 8-spoke one-piece lightweight wheels.
- Compatible with tune-up parts such as standard Type 540 motors (requires nine 1150 ball bearings and one 850 ball bearing) and CVA mini oil dampers.
SPECIFICATIONS
Adjustable Gear Ratio: Fixed
Bearings Plastic Bushings
Body Material: ABS plastic
Body Stickers: Included
Chassis Material: ABS plastic
Construction Type: Assembly kit
Differential Type: Gear
Gearbox: Sealed (rear)
Drive Type: 2WD
Electronic Speed Control (ESC): Included
LED Light Buckets: No
Motor: 380-Type brushed (compatible with 540-type - sold separately)
Scale: 1/10
Shock Damper: Friction Damper
Length: 389mm
Width: 223mm
Height: 135mm
Weight: 830g
Suspension: Independent swing axle (front), rolling rigid axle (rear)
Terrain Use: Off-road