Tamiya VW Golf II GTI 16V MF-01X RC Rally Car 1/10 Scale - 58714
Tamiya VW Golf II GTI 16V MF-01X RC Rally Car 1/10 Scale - 58714
or 4 interest-free payments with Afterpay
| Brand | Tamiya |
|---|---|
| Type | RC Rally Car |
| Scale | 1/10 Scale |
| Skill Level | Intermediate |
The Tamiya VW Golf II GTI 16V Rally (TAM58714) is a 1/10 scale kit-build RC rally car based on the iconic Group A-style Golf, built on Tamiya's versatile MF-01X chassis. This is a plastic model kit that you assemble yourself — it is not ready to run out of the box, so it suits builders who enjoy the construction process as well as the driving experience. The MF-01X platform is a front-wheel-drive shaft-driven chassis designed for rally-style bodies, making it a natural match for the Golf's silhouette and a genuinely different driving experience compared to the four-wheel-drive rally cars more commonly found in this scale. At 1/10 scale, the finished model is a proper-sized radio control car that performs well on smooth outdoor surfaces, loose gravel, and packed dirt tracks typical of rally-style driving.
Key Features
- MF-01X front-wheel-drive chassis delivers a distinctive rally handling character that sets it apart from conventional 4WD RC cars
- Shaft-driven drivetrain with ball differentials provides consistent power delivery to the front wheels
- Detailed VW Golf II GTI body shell captures the classic Group A rally aesthetic with panel lines and period-correct proportions
- Full ball-bearing kit-build construction gives a solid foundation for further tuning or hop-up parts down the line
- Compatible with standard 540-class brushed motors and Tamiya's range of hop-up options for the MF-01X platform
What's Included
- Injection-moulded plastic parts for MF-01X chassis assembly
- VW Golf II GTI 16V body shell (requires painting)
- Decal sheet
- Assembly manual
What You Need
- Transmitter and receiver (2-channel radio system)
- Electronic speed controller (ESC) compatible with brushed motors
- 540-class brushed motor (or brushless motor with appropriate ESC)
- Steering servo
- 7.2V NiMH battery pack or equivalent LiPo with compatible connector, plus a suitable charger
- Polycarbonate or body paint and primer for the shell
- Basic hand tools for assembly (screwdrivers, hex drivers)