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Tamiya Hotshot
Brand: Tamiya
Part No: HC-58391
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The Tamiya Hotshot (HC-58391) is a re-issued R/C assembly kit of the landmark buggy that first appeared in 1985 as Tamiya’s first shaft-driven 4WD off-road machine. Its aggressive bodywork and low centre of gravity made a lasting impression, and this faithful re-release lets enthusiasts enjoy the classic look and engineering with carefully considered modern updates.
The original Hotshot’s distinctive three-piece chassis layout remains, along with front and rear mono-shock oil dampers and a 4-wheel double wishbone suspension fitted with stabilisers. Front and rear fully enclosed gearboxes with thrust ball bearings and differential gears echo the period-correct design that helped the buggy earn its reputation. A wealth of option parts historically supported Hotshot tuning, cementing its status as a dream machine for a generation of RC fans.
Tamiya’s updated edition preserves the spirit of the original while improving buildability and reliability. Modern dog bone-type propeller shafts enhance drivetrain durability, and the oil dampers are updated to contemporary diaphragm-type units. A dummy rear aluminium heat sink is included to maintain the authentic silhouette, as the use of a modern ESC no longer requires the functional heat sink of the 1985 car.
Specifications
- Length: 390 mm
- Width: 235 mm
- Height: 150 mm
- Weight: 1270 g
- Tread (Front/Rear): 194 mm
- Tyre Width/Diameter: Front 28/82 mm, Rear 34/82 mm
- Frame: ABS resin monocoque
- Drivetrain: Shaft-driven 4WD
- Differential Gear: 3-bevel
- Steering: 2-piece tie rod
- Suspension: 4-wheel double wishbone with adjustable mono-shock oil dampers
- Gear Ratios: 8.1:1, 10.04:1
- Motor: Type RS540
- Speed Controller: ESC
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This is a re-issued R/C assembly kit of the Hot Shot. It originally debuted in 1985 as Tamiya’s first 4WD off-road buggy.
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!
Specifications
_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__Speed Controller: ESC
Key Info:
- Brand: Tamiya
- Part No: HC-58391
- Barcode: 4950344583911
- Scale: 1:10
- Vehicle Type: Buggy
- Power Source: Electric - Brushed
- Surface Type: Off Road
- Build Level: Unassembled (Kit)
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Questions & Answers
Something like 2120002 should work nicely in there
That would depend what motor/ESC you installed (these are supplied without electrics).
With a basic brushed setup maybe around 25mph. A decent brushless setup could be in excess of 50mph...
For a cheap and cheerful brushed ESC we'd go for the HPI-114712
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