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The Hornet Complete with everything 58336

The Hornet Complete with everything 58336

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The revolutionary 1984 2WD off-road buggy is back and more fun than ever before!

The Hornet stands as one of Tamiyas most popular R/C cars ever released, helping launch a 2WD R/C buggy boom worldwide. Featuring excellent performance on both dirt and on-road tracks, this awesome buggy can take on any type of terrain.

Just like the original, this re-release features an easy to assemble chassis and drivetrain. The Hornet is perfect for those that used to have one, those that have always wanted one, and for those that want a revolutionary buggy that has earned its place in R/C history.

This version of the model comes with all required Radio controller gear, a steeing servo, and a rechargeable battery and charger.

Specification;

Overall length: 400mm
Overall width: 230mm
Overall height: 150mm
Weight: 874g
Solid bathtub frame with side bumpers
Independent swing axle front suspension with friction dampers
Rolling rigid axle rear suspension with oil filled dampers
Sealed rear gearbox
Original 3-piece assembly wheels
Straight ribbed racing front tires
Spiked buggy rear tires
Clear Polycarbonate body shell
Reinforced resin bumper
Electronic Speed Controller
High performance Type 540 motor

Please note - The bodyshell supplied with the Hornet is clear polycarbonate and requires painting. On this car its not a difficult job. The picture shows a simple black coat of paint with the decals applied for reference. (a full set of decals are included).

This kit is supplied as a complete set with all radio gear, servos, and suitable NiMH recharageable battery. It even comes with batteries for the Controller..

If you gave this as a Christmas or Birthday present, you would need nothing else to Complete it (except normal modelling tools, Screwdriver, Modelling knife etc)

You may like to paint the body shell though. It is supplied as a clear shell, with decals. The painting can be as complex as you wish, but the pictures above show this model simply painted in black with decals applied