Length: 385mm, Width: 290mm, Height: 225mm ●Weight: 1,560g (not including R/C mechanism and battery) ●Wheelbase: 207mm ●Tread: 212mm (Front), 216mm (Rear) You can take a body straight out of the box & blow the paint straight over it in one coat, and it'll look ok ... from a distance, for a while. F/R Friction Dampers ●3-Bevel Differentials ●Gear Ratio: 14.7:1 ●Type 540 Motor ●Requires an Electronic Speed Controller (sold separately) The durable and easy-to-assemble 2WD chassis employs a box type frame, front swingarm independent and rear rolling rigid suspension.

I think it depends on what your expectations are - if you're going to hate seeing it on the shelf because you know you should have doen more, then don't half-badword it Tamiya's commitment to quality extends beyond the cars themselves. They also offer a wide selection of spare parts, upgrades, and maintenance tools, ensuring that enthusiasts can keep their RC cars in top condition. Additionally, Tamiya provides excellent customer support, with detailed documentation, online resources, and a dedicated community of fellow hobbyists who readily offer advice and assistance. Length: 385mm, Width: 290mm, Height: 225mm ●Weight: 1,560g (not including R/C mechanism and battery) ●Wheelbase: 207mm ●Tread: 212mm (Front), 216mm (Rear) ●F/R Tire Width/Diameter: 71/115mm ●ABS Box Type Frame ●Rear-wheel 2WD ●Suspension: Independent Swingarm (Front), Rolling Rigid (Rear) ●F/R Friction Dampers ●3-Bevel Differentials ●Gear Ratio: 14.7:1 ●Type 540 Motor ●Requires an Electronic Speed Controller (sold separately) This R/C assembly kit features the trademark boxy minivan body with metal-plated fenders, front grille and dampers, Tamiya offers a wide range of RC car kits that cater to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced hobbyists. Their kits provide an excellent opportunity for enthusiasts to build their RC cars from scratch, fostering a sense of accomplishment and pride. These kits typically include all the necessary components, such as the chassis, motor, electronics, and detailed assembly instructions. Building a Tamiya RC car kit not only hones one's technical skills but also offers a deeper understanding of the mechanics and engineering principles behind these machines.IMO clearcoating is only worth it if you're going to bother rubbing out after, it's not some magic that will make an orange peel colour coat mirror smooth without further work. Examine the drive shafts for wear and replace as required. If possible, change them for titanium. The steel shafts wear and bend too easily.

For the finishing touches and a good paint for your newly constructed model, Elitemodelsonline recommend Tamiya PS or Tamiya TS spray paints. Clear before or after decals is an ages-old philosophical debate ... well, not really but there's no real answer. I've cleared over decals & while it works, it doesn't look quite "scale" if you know what I mean. On something like a Sand Scorcher (or pretty much any racer) the prototype would have been sponsor decals & numbers over paint so a fully cleared finish looks subtly wrong, but with something like the Lunchbox or Midnight Pumpkin where one can imagine a 1:1 version would have sprayed on or even airbrushed art, cleared over decals work. That said, Tamiya decals are pretty shiny to start with. Body reproduces the style of a popular American van, featuring metal-plated front grille and bumper.

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The popularity of Tamiya RC cars and kits is further evidenced by the existence of numerous competitions and racing events worldwide. These events bring together enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels to showcase their driving abilities and the performance of their Tamiya RC cars. The camaraderie and excitement fostered by these events have made Tamiya a driving force in the RC community. Tamiya's careful attention to quality, their commitment to ease-of-assembly, and their wealth of experience in the radio controlled kit car arena, makes the Tamiya brand popular with both old and new hobbyists.