Tamiya RC 1/10 Sand Scorcher (2010) Off-Road Racing Buggy Kit

He's back after 30 years! Originally released in 1979, the Tamiya RC 1/10 Sand Scorcher was greatly received by fans around the world for its humorous form and superb mechanism. Keeping true to the basic layout of the original while incorporating many refined parts, this re-released version will remind you of the classic, realistically reproducing the unique form of the buggy seen at the one-make race at the "Baja 1000" in California, USA.

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.

Volkswagen is a trademark of Volkswagen AG, used under license.

The body is moulded in white polystyrene and can be painted with Tamiya plastic model paints, giving builders full creative control over the finish. The rear-wheel-drive 2WD chassis features realistic and aggressive driving performance that will no doubt excite you, built around a 2mm thick FRP plate with an aluminium reinforcing plate for strength and flexibility to ensure stability. 4-wheel independent suspension features front double trailing arm and rear swing axle setups, die-cast suspension arms, and oil dampers, while electronics and the battery are protected by a durable, clear plastic mechanism box. Full ball bearings reduce friction loss throughout, and 3-piece centre-lock wheels are fitted with grooved front tyres and ribbed rear tyres for superb off-road performance.

Special Features

• 1/10 scale RC model assembly kit
• Faithful re-release of the classic 1979 Sand Scorcher
• Body moulded in white polystyrene, ready to be painted with Tamiya plastic model paints
• Rear-wheel-drive 2WD chassis for realistic, aggressive driving performance
• 2mm thick FRP main plate with an aluminium reinforcing plate for strength and flexibility
• 4-wheel independent suspension with front double trailing arm and rear swing axle setups
• Die-cast suspension arms and oil dampers
• Electronics and battery protected by a durable, clear plastic mechanism box
• Full ball bearings to reduce friction loss
• 3-piece centre-lock wheels
• Grooved front tyres and ribbed rear tyres for superb off-road traction
• Two selectable gear ratios for tuning to different conditions

What's in the Box

• Unassembled 1/10 scale Sand Scorcher kit components
• Type 540 motor
• White polystyrene body shell
• Instruction manual

What You'll Need

• 2-channel radio system
• Steering servo
• 7.2 volt battery
• Compatible battery charger
• Tamiya TS spray paint for polystyrene bodies

Why You'll Love It

With its faithful nod to 1979 racing history, rugged metal-reinforced chassis, and fully paintable polystyrene body, the Sand Scorcher is a great pick for builders who want a genuine slice of RC heritage combined with real off-road driving thrills.