An R/C Legend Returns
With its aggressive-looking body design and low center of gravity, the Hotshot, Tamiya's first shaft-driven 4WD R/C buggy, made waves when it was introduced in 1985. The unique 3-piece chassis included such innovative features as front/rear mono-shock oil dampers, 4-wheel double wishbone suspension equipped with stabilizers, and front/rear fully-enclosed gearboxes equipped with thrust ball bearings and differential gears. A wide array of Option Parts were produced especially for modifying the Hotshot, and the machine became something that every youth at that time dreamed of. Fans have clamored for a re-release of the epoch-making R/C car, and Tamiya now brings back this legend to let fans relive their childhood memories.
An Old Dog with New Tricks
Tamiya designers have given the Hotshot a makeover, replacing older, harder to assemble parts with modern equivalents but still keeping true to the spirit of the original Hotshot. While the front/rear double wishbone suspensions and adjustable mono-shock oil dampers remain the same, the drivetrain features modern dog bone type propeller shafts for enhanced reliability. The oil dampers have also been changed to the more modern diaphragm type. Also, with the use of a modern ESC, the original Hotshot's rear aluminum heat sink was no longer necessary. However, the Hotshot would not look the same without it, so our solution was to install a dummy part to remain faithful to the original look. Take this updated Hotshot out for a spin and compare it to today's R/C buggies to experience how far this hobby has developed!
- Length: 390mm
- Width: 235mm　
- Height: 150mm　
- Weight: 1270g　
- Tread: (Front/Rear) 194mm　
- Tire Width/Diameter: (Front) 28/82mm, (Rear) 34/82mm　
- Frame: ABS Resin Monocoque　
- Drivetrain: Shaft-driven 4WD　
- Diff. Gear: 3-bevel　
- Steering: 2-piece Tie Rod　
- Suspension: 4-wheel Double Wishbone　
- Gear Ratio: 8.1：1, 10.04：1　
- Motor: Type RS540　
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Tamiya RC kits are high quality radio control products offering precision engineering, and home to a variety of popular RC cars, trucks, and buggies, perfect for all skill levels.
To operate your Tamiya RC, you must get one of our electronics bundles. Kits do not include electronics.
Basic Bundle (TRCTXBUNDLE)Â [$119.99]
1x Flysky GT2F, 2.4Ghz 2 Channel Wheel Transmitter & Receiver
1x AC Charger – 2amp with Tamiya Plug in Zip Bag, Charges  4-8 nimh/nicad
1x Tornado 2400MAH 7.2v Nimh Stickpack with Tamiya Plug
1x Standard Servo
Note: To complete the required electronics set, you also need to purchase 1x Hobbywing Brushed 60A Waterproof ESC (HWAPWP1060).
Advanced Bundle (RCCOMBO2)Â [$199.00]
1x CH4 Transmitter 2 . 4 GHZ Super Response 4 - Channel Radio
1x 60A Brushed ESC 60A ESC Plug
1x 9KG S0900M Metal gear servo
1x AC/DC 80W 7.0A Charger
1x 7.2V 5000mAh NiMH Battery PackÂ