This is the Tamiya 1/10 scale Volkswagen Beetle Rally MF-01X M-Chassis RC car. This R/C model assembly kit recreates the classic Volkswagen Beetle in rally racing form. Thanks to its superlative reliability and uncomplicated upkeep, it was a fixture on the global rally circuit from the 1950s through to the 1980s, and this model is inspired by such rallying Beetles. The VW body sits atop Tamiya’s proven shaft-driven 4WD MF-01X chassis, which is at home on a range of surfaces from road to flat dirt.
Features
- 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit.
- 4 wheel drive
- Clear polycarbonate body
- Rubber tires
- Includes brushed motor
- Includes the Tamiya TBLE-02S ESC (brushless motor and brushed motor compatible)
- The model uses the 9.4 in. (239mm) L wheelbase.
- Body is made of polycarbonate. Bumpers and side mirrors are recreated using separate metal-plated parts.
- Front light pods and rally-style stickers included.
- Includes Rally block tires.
- The MF-01X is at home on-road or on flat dirt, thanks to 4-wheel double wishbone suspension.
- Power from the rear mounted motor is transmitted by gear differential to the rear wheels, and via a propeller shaft to the front.
- The chassis can be assembled into S and M wheelbases using separately sold propeller shafts.
- A host of Hop-Up Option parts are available to tune the MF-01X chassis.
Specs
- Completion Level: Kit
- Differential: 3-Bevel Differential Gears
- Drivetrain: 4WD Shaft Drive
- Height: 5.9 in. (151 mm)
- Internal Gear Ratio: 9.5:1
- Length: 15.6 in. (397 mm)
- Motor Size: Type 540
- Size/Scale: 1/10
- Suspension: 4-Wheel Double Wishbone
- Tire Diameter: Width/Diameter: 1 in./2.4 in. (26/60mm)
- Wheelbase: 9.4 in. (239 mm)
- Width: 6.4 in. (163 mm)
Includes
- 1/10 Volkswagen Beetle Rally MF-01X 4WD Kit
- Tamiya TBLE-02S ESC (Electronic Speed Control) capable of running sensor-based brushless motors and brushed motors alike. (21.5 Turn BL motor limit) (23 Turn brushed motor limit)
- User Manual
Requires
- Servo
- 7.2 Volt battery
- Compatible charger
- 2-channel radio
- Steering servo
- Tamiya PS spray paint
- Tools
