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Tamiya Dark IMPACT (DF-03)

Brand: Tamiya

Part No: HC-58370

$228.15 RRP $269.99

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Add a motor and speed controller, radio system, steering servo, batteries and charger to your new model. Note, you may also wish to choose some bodyshell paint from our range.

1 x HPI Plazma 1.5V Alkaline AA Battery (4Pcs)
HPI-101939
1 x eTronix Pulse EX2 Sport - 2 Channel 2.4Ghz Radio Set
ET1060
1 x EP Super Duty 3000mAh NiMh Stick Pack - 7.2v - Tamiya Connector
SCH-EP3000S
1 x Hobbywing Quicrun 1060 Brushed SBEC 60A ESC - Tamiya Connector
HW30120201
1 x CORE 15T Silver Can Brushed 540 Motor
SCH-CR710
1 x Power HD 1812MG Waterproof Metal Geared Servo - 18kg - 0.12s
HD-1812MG
1 x Team Orion IQ801 1 AMP NiMh Charger With Deans to Tamiya Adapter
ORI30198DNS

Saves $69.47 over RRP

Add a motor and speed controller, radio system, steering servo, high capacity batteries and fast charger to your new model. Note, you may also wish to choose some bodyshell paint from our range.

1 x HPI Plazma 1.5V Alkaline AA Battery (4Pcs)
HPI-101939
1 x eTronix Pulse EX2 Sport - 2 Channel 2.4Ghz Radio Set
ET1060
1 x Voltz 5300mAh NiMh Stick Pack - 7.2v - Tamiya Connector
VZ0025
1 x eTronix Power Pal Peak Detect NiMh Fast Charger - Mains/12v Input
ET0208
1 x Savox SW0231MG+ Waterproof Metal Gear Digital Servo - 15kg - 0.17s
SAV-SW0231MG+
1 x Hobbywing Quicrun 1060 Brushed SBEC 60A ESC - Tamiya Connector
HW30120201
1 x CORE 15T Silver Can Brushed 540 Motor
SCH-CR710

Saves $67.73 over RRP

Add a brushless motor and ESC, plus a decent servo and LiPo battery and charger to complete your model. Note, you may also wish to choose some bodyshell paint from our range. Some of these connectors may need soldering

1 x Traxxas 48DP Pinion Gear - 23T - 3.2mm Shaft
TRX2423
1 x HPI Plazma 1.5V Alkaline AA Battery (4Pcs)
HPI-101939
1 x eTronix Pulse EX2 Sport - 2 Channel 2.4Ghz Radio Set
ET1060
1 x eTronix PowerPal EZ-4 50W LiPo Charger
ET0225
1 x Centro 2S 5000mAh 7.4V 100C Hard Case Shorty LiPo
C5015
1 x Power HD 1812MG Waterproof Metal Geared Servo - 18kg - 0.12s
HD-1812MG
1 x Core RC Heatsink Bullet Plug Grips - 5mm
SCH-CR862
1 x Hobbywing XR10 Justock G3S ESC Combo With G2.1 13.5T Motor
HW38020371

Saves $81.31 over RRP

The Tamiya Dark Impact (DF-03) brings proven off-road performance to 1/10 scale 4WD buggy racing. Its mid-rear mounted motor and longitudinally mounted battery are configured for balanced weight distribution, giving confident jumping and composed handling on rough tracks. Routine maintenance is made quicker thanks to a bottom-loading battery design, reducing downtime between runs. A durable shaft-driven 4WD system works with long-arm suspension to maximise grip and stability across hard-packed dirt and other off-road surfaces.

Key Features

  • High performance 1/10 4WD buggy chassis designed for off-road racing
  • 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension with CVA oil dampers and extra-long suspension arms for improved stability and handling
  • Sealed differential gearbox suited to off-road running
  • Full ball bearings throughout
  • Includes 540 type motor
  • Electronic Speed Controller (not included)

Tyres And Wheels

  • Newly designed off-road tyres and wheels with larger diameter and width, plus a tread pattern aimed at control on hard dirt tracks
  • Tyres: High Density Spike Tires K (4WD/Front, 62/25), High Density Spike Tires K (Rear, 62/35)
  • Wheels: Large Dish Wheels (4WD/Front, 62/25), Large Dish Wheels (Rear, 62/35)

Chassis Highlights

  • Mid-rear mounted motor for balanced handling
  • Longitudinally mounted battery, inserted through the bottom of the chassis for easy access
  • Shaft-drive 4WD drivetrain for efficient power delivery
  • Extra-long suspension arms to enhance stability over rough terrain
  • 2.94 internal gear ratio

With its sealed driveline, full bearings and carefully engineered suspension geometry, the DF-03 Dark Impact HC-58370 is set up for reliable, repeatable performance on demanding off-road tracks.

This 1/10 scale 4WD buggy is specially designed to excel in off-road buggy racing. It featuresa mid-rear mounted motor and longitundinally mounted battery for optimum balance forjumping. Battery is inserted through the bottom of the chassis, eliminating need to removebody, which makes routine maintenance easy and quick. High performance shaft drive 4WDcombines with suspension system featuring extra long suspension arms for improved stabilityand off-road handling.

About the Model

 

  • High performance 1/10 4WD buggy chassis designed for off-road racing
  • 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension features CVA oil dampers and extra long suspension arms for improved stability and handling
  • Includes sealed diff gearbox indispensable for off-road running
  • Features full ball bearings
  • Electronic Speed Controller (Not Included)
  • Includes 540 type motor
  • Newly designed off-road tires and wheels featured larger diameter and width, and new tread pattern designed for excellent running and control on hard dirt tracks
  • Tires: High Density Spike Tires K (4WD/Front, 62/25), High Density Spike Tires K (Rear, 62/35)
  • Wheels: Large Dish Wheels (4WD/Front, 62/25), Large Dish Wheels (Rear 62/35)
  • 2.94 internal gear ratio.





Key Info:
  • Brand: Tamiya
  • Part No: HC-58370
  • Barcode: 4950344583706
  • Scale: 1:10
  • Vehicle Type: Buggy
  • Power Source: Electric - Brushed
  • Surface Type: Off Road
  • Build Level: Unassembled (Kit)
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Reviews
5/5 (1 reviews)
28th May 2022

The actual model is great. Definately recommended. But be wary of this 'bundle'. You get only 4 batteries for the remote control when the version I was sent requires 8!

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Questions & Answers
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Hi, can you point me to where i can buy the wheels and tyres from the Dark Impact please
Mark Rowlands / 27th May 2025

Yes they are listed under the spares for the dark impact.

Steve @ Wheelspin Models
Which Etronix brushless combo would be best in this? Not after anything crazy as it will break it. Also any recommendations on steering servos? Thank you
Tom / 12th November 2024
We would recommend this system HW38030207 and run 2s only
Steve @ Wheelspin Models
Looking at getting one what is the stock motor in it and what would be the best thing to upgrade it to?
Owen Brisrow / 22nd January 2021

These have a standard 540 size motor.

"Best" would depend a bit on budget, but say a decent brushless setup would be say HW38010203

Ben @ Wheelspin Models
I’m a novice and am interested in buying a HC-58370 kit for off-road use complete with RC steering and speed - what do I need to order to give a complete model up and running? Thanks
Nicholas Hodge / 2nd June 2020

If you go for one of our combo packs, they include most items you will need to get up and running.

Ben @ Wheelspin Models
What tamiya buggy is best for jumping I'm interested in the dark impact
Chris Wall / 5th April 2020

These will be fine for smaller jumps.

For larger jumps, you probably want to look above the Tamiya range at a better brand such as Arrma or Traxxas

Ben @ Wheelspin Models
What's a good (high performance), brushless motor + ESC combo for the Tamiya Dark Impact?
Reginald / 27th January 2020

Something entry level would be say HW38010204 moving up to say P-CC010-0164-05 and HW38020285

 

Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Hi do you do a kit that will install a brushless motor into a Tamyia Dark Impact?
Lee / 22nd August 2017

There's no kit as such required - just a suitable brushless motor and ESC

Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Is this a good choice for first build? Does the Sports package includes everything I would need to build? Also what's the max speed ?
Gurps / 31st December 2016
Yes it'd be an ideal first build. The sport package includes everything you need except paint for the bodyshell. Top speed would be around 25mph or so.
Ben @ Wheelspin Models
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