Tamiya Mini Cooper Racing Electric 1/10 FWD/RWD On-Road Kit (MB-01)

Description Tamiya Mini Cooper Racing Electric 1/10 FWD/RWD On-Road Kit (MB-01)  – TAM58747 Rally Style M-Chassis Touring Car Kit The Mini Cooper, produced from 1959 to 2000, redefined small car engineering with its revolutionary front-wheel-drive layout and space-efficient design. Built for four decades without major changes, this compact yet spirited machine became a cultural icon, blending practicality with thrilling handling. Loved by racers and everyday drivers alike, its timeless charm and go-kart-like agility cemented its place as one of the most beloved cars in automotive history. About the Mini Cooper Racing Chassis The MB-01 chassis is nothing short of versatile and gives the user different options to choose from. The compact 2WD chassis can be assembled with your choice of wheelbase lengths; Short (210mm), Middle (225mm), or keep it Long (239mm) as depicted in the photos and on the box. Without removing the battery pack, motor, and other equipment setups from the center frame, you can change the attachment directions of the final gears and steering linkage to switch between front or rear wheel drive, where low or high motor mounting positions are available for rear wheel drive cars. Suspension The four-wheel double wishbone suspension features a symmetrical structure and friction dampers. Double wishbone suspension allows each wheel to act and react independently from the others, offering precision handling when tackling those hard-to-maneuver courses. Sections such as the motor mount, final gears, and suspension are unitized and facilitate ease of assembly and maintenance. Body The body included in this kit is clear, unpainted, and uncut, which allows for some personalized touches during the painting process. This assembly kit comes with multiple decal sheets that decals used on the Mini Cooper Racing. The polycarbonate body also incorporates beautifully captured body lines to recreate the stunning style of the original car. Features: Choose between a short, medium, or long wheelbase Rear wheel drive or front wheel drive Change attachment directions of the final gears and steering linkage to switch between front or rear wheel drive Independent double wishbone suspension Low or high motor mounting positions available for rear wheel drive setups 60mm front and rear tires for superior traction Brushed ESC and 540-Type motor are included The body is recreated in lightweight polycarbonate with molded lines to mimic the real car Compact and versatile MB-01 chassis Detailed assembly guide that is easy to reference and follow along Rc Mini Cooper Racing Description Mini Coopers have been automotive fan favorite machines for decades! This 1/10 scale radio control model kit recreates the version of the Mini Cooper built by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) as it existed between 1959 until the year 2000. Original Minis were built for four decades without model changes. It had a front-wheel drive layout which was rare at that time, and it featured compact mechanics and maximum interior space. With its design featuring the necessary bare minimum features, it helped contribute to this car’s iconic status. The recreated R/C version comes on the MB-01 chassis in the short wheelbase and front motor / front wheel drive (FF) configuration layout. About the MB-01 chassis The compact, 2WD MB-01 chassis gives a choice of three types of wheelbases, and a front- or rear- wheel drive system. Without removing battery pack, motor, and R/C equipment setups from the center frame, simply change attachment directions of final gears and steering linkage to switch between front- and rear-wheel drive; low or high motor position can be chosen for rear-wheel drive cars. The 4-wheel double wishbone suspension features symmetrical structure and friction dampers. Unitized sections such as motor mount, final gears and suspension facilitate ease of assembly and effective maintenance. • 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 315mm, width: 167mm, height: 140mm. Wheelbase: 210mm (Short). • Features updated markings for the body. • The form of the Mini Cooper Racing body is authentically recreated in lightweight polycarbonate. • Features 8-spoke wheels paired with 60D radial tires. • Required to complete: 2-channel radio, steering servo, 7.2-7.4volt battery with compatible charger and Tamiya PS paint.