Tamiya 58650 VW Beetle Rally MF-01X (4WD)
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.
Key Design Points:
Power is transmitted from the rear mounted motor to the front wheels via a propeller shaft that runs down the side of the MF- 01X. Gearboxes are integrated into the monocoque for a sturdy and easy-to-assemble structure.
The MF-01X has a three-section make-up; changing the central spacer section enables short
(210mm), middle (225mm), and long (239mm) wheelbases. Item 58614 uses a middle wheelbase; option parts Item 54654 is needed to change to a short wheelbase, and Item 54655 when changing to a long wheelbase.
Product Specifications:
- Type Detail
- Scale 1/10
- Construction type Assembly kit
- Terrain use Multi-Purpose
- Drive-train 4WD
- Drive type Gearbox
- Drive line Dog bone
- Differential type Gear
- Suspension Fully independent double wishbone
- Steering mechanism Bell-crank
- Shock damper Friction damper
- Shock damper material Plastic
- Tire type Rubber
- Tire tread Rally block
- Body material Polycarbonate
- Chassis material Plastic
- Electronic Speed Control (ESC) Included
- ESC model TBLE-02S
- LED Light buckets No
- LED lights No
- Motor 540-brushed type
- Bearings Plastic bushing
- Adjustable camber Fixed
- Adjustable toe angles Front only
- Adjustable ground clearance Yes
- Adjustable gear ratio Yes
- Adjustable wheelbase Yes
- Adjustable track width Fixed
- Adjustable shock angle Fixed
- Special feature 1 Separate parts recreate door mirrors.
- Special feature 2 3-section frame
- Special feature 3 Rally Block tires are included. Width/Diameter: 27/69mm
- Special feature 4 Features a lightweight, sturdy monocoque composed of left/right halves which incorporate the gearboxes.
- Special feature 5 Torque-tuned motor is included.
- Special feature 6 The car model features the M wheelbase: 225mm. Change to S (210mm) or L (239mm) wheelbase by - switching the spacer used in the center section, and fitting Items 54654-54655 MF-01X Propeller Shafts.
- Special feature 7 Compatible with existing M-chassis bodies, plus Item 54643 MF-01X Ball Bearing Set.
- Requires A 2-channel radio gear
- Requires B 7.2 battery undamp; charger
- Requires C Polycarbonate paint
