Tamiya RC 1/9 VW Dune Beetle Cross (BB-02) Off-Road Buggy Kit - Assembly Kit

Capture the spirit of Baja racing with the Tamiya RC 1/9 VW Dune Beetle Cross, a rear-wheel drive off-road buggy built on the brand-new BB-02 chassis. Following on from the popular BBX (BB-01), this assembly kit is inspired by the race-prepped Volkswagen Beetles seen competing in American off-road events, pairing an authentic, detail-packed body shell with a chassis engineered for serious off-road performance.

Please note this is an unassembled kit requiring assembly; it ships as a build-it-yourself kit and does not arrive pre-built or ready to run.

The chassis offers a choice of front suspension geometry, with double trailing arms or double wishbone arms available depending on the terrain and driving style, while rear trailing arm suspension and adaptive oil-filled dampers round out the setup. Floor pan design motifs and front and rear tyre housings help protect the model from dust and dirt during hard off-road running, and the sealed gearbox with built-in ball differential keeps the drivetrain protected. Realistic details including a window net, fire extinguisher, exhaust pipes, roll cage, and two new female driver and co-driver figures with full-face helmets bring the model to life.

Special Features

• 1/9 scale RC model assembly kit
• Newly designed 1.0mm thick polycarbonate body recreating a race-prepped Beetle with bulging front and rear fenders and removed rear engine hood
• Roll cage for added chassis rigidity and driver figure protection
• Realistic light pods and taillights, with black-moulded light cases ready for optional LED lights
• Seated female driver and co-driver figures with full-face helmets, dedicated arm parts, and name stickers
• Original design livery stickers included
• Detailed extras including window net, fire extinguisher, stick shift, steering wheel, air cleaner, pulley, muffler and exhaust pipes
• Rear-wheel drive BB-02 chassis with floor pan design motifs and front and rear tyre housings to protect against dust
• Lengthwise battery pack with rear-mounted motor for optimum balance
• Sealed gearbox with built-in ball differential and joint-booted drive shafts
• 4-wheel independent suspension with a choice of front double trailing arms or double wishbone arms, plus rear trailing arms
• Adaptive CVA oil-filled dampers that limit oil leakage
• Full ball bearings included with hex screw hardware
• Hex hub wheels paired with front rib pattern tyres for directional stability and rear square spike tyres for high grip

What's in the Box

• Unassembled 1/9 scale VW Dune Beetle Cross (BB-02) kit components
• Polycarbonate body shell
• Seated female driver and co-driver figures
• Original design livery and body stickers
• Instruction manual

What You'll Need

• 2-channel radio
• Steering servo (standard or low-profile compatible)
• Electronic speed controller (ESC)
• 540-size motor
• 7.2-7.4 volt battery with compatible charger
• Tamiya PS and acrylic paints

Brushless motors are highly recommended for this chassis.

Why You'll Love It

Built for Baja fans and off-road buggy enthusiasts who want a chassis they can tune to the terrain, the VW Dune Beetle Cross combines adjustable front suspension geometry with a tough, protected drivetrain and a striking, detail-rich Beetle body, making it a standout build for both display and hard-charging off-road driving.

Specifications

• Adjustable Gear Ratio: Yes
• Bearings: Full Ball Bearings Included
• Body Material: Polycarbonate
• Body Stickers: Included
• Chassis Material: Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP)
• Chassis Type: BB-02
• Construction Type: Assembly Kit
• Differential Type: Pressure Plate Ball Differential
• Drive Type: 2WD
• Electronic Speed Control (ESC): Sold Separately
• LED Lights: Sold Separately
• Motor: Sold Separately-Brushless motor HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
• Required To Complete: 2-channel radio, steering servo, ESC, 540-size brushless motor, 7.2-7.4volt battery & battery charger, and Tamiya PS & Acrylic paints
• Scale: 1/9
• Shock Damper: CVA Oil-Filled Adaptive Damper
• Suspension: Fully independent double wishbone or trailing arm front/rear trailing arm
• Terrain Use: Multi-Terrain

Item Dimensions

• Length: 454mm
• Width: 204mm (front double trailing arms) / 225mm (front double wishbone arms)
• Height: 180mm
• Wheelbase: 283mm