Tamiya Shizuoka News – TRF201 Chassis Kit
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1:10 scale electric powered 2WD buggy class is one of the most exciting categories of R/C competition today. Tamiya now proudly enters a new buggy chassis, the TRF201, to challenge that class all over the world!
About the TRF 201
- This is a 1:10 R/C assembly model kit.
- Newly designed bath-tub type chassis with the motor mounted at rear.
- Chassis features a newly designed underside shape for an improved center of gravity
- whilst providing sufficient ground clearance.
- Newly designed sealed gearbox comes equipped with a ball differential.
- Newly designed front suspension arms are specific to 2WD buggies.
- Servo saver with built-in steering crank.
- Fully adjustable suspension.
- Includes aeration dampers for off-road cars.
- Traction control slipper clutch.
- Included front wheels are specific to TRF201 (compliant with IFMAR regulation).
- Included rear wheels are common to those from DB01 and TRF511.
- Rear universal shafts.
- Body, rear wing, tyres, motor, and R/C unit sold separately.
- Please note that TRF201 has nothing in common with the DT-02.
- Gearbox is equipped with a ball differential which features inch sized diff. balls (12pcs.), 2.6mm dia. diff screw, and newly designed thrust ball bearings.
- Diff. carrier features a new teeth shape to ensure a long-lasting performance.
- Suspension is fitted with assembly universal shafts.
- Aeration dampers feature new coil springs.
- Suspension has been designed to achieve excellent handling performance.
- Front axles are compatible with wheels using metric size ball bearings.
- The separately available body has aerodynamics that will assist in providing superior control over your machine and features a beautiful flowing design.
- Separately available wing set comes with 2 kinds of wings to further customise your settings.
- Chassis frame is made from fibreglass reinforced nylon resin and features a longitudinal battery position.
- Rear section is designed for optimised chassis roll balance.
- Chassis shaped is designed for an improved centre of gravity whilst providing sufficient ground clearance.
Recommended Tyres
- Item 54187 Dual Block Tires C (4WD/Front, 62/25)
- Item 54188 Dual Block Tires C (Rear, 62/35)
The following Spare, Option, and Limited Edition parts for the TRF201 buggy will also be released in conjunction:
- 51408 TRF201 B Parts (Motor Cover)
- 51409 TRF201 C Parts (Front Upright)
- 51410 TRF201 D Parts (Hub Carrier)
- 51411 TRF201 F Parts (Front Suspension Arm)
- 51412 TRF201 J Parts (Rear Suspension Mount)
- 51413 TRF201 M Parts (Damper Stay)
- 51414 TRF201 Front Dish Wheels
- 51415 TRF201 48 Pitch Spur Gear (79T)
- 51416 52T Ball Differential Gear Set
- 51417 6026 Thrust Bearing
- 51418 3x35mm Stainless Steel Shaft (2pcs.)
- 54210 TRF201 Body Ver.I
- 54211 TRF201 Rear Wing Set
- 54217 48 Pitch Pinion Gear (22T, 23T)
- 54218 48 Pitch Pinion Gear (24T, 25T)
- 54219 TRF201 48 Pitch Spur Gear (77T)
- 54220 TRF201 Front Axle (For 3/16†x 3/8†Bearings)
- 54221 TRF201 Front Spring Set
- 54225 TRF210 Lightweight Heatsink Motor Plate (Tentative)
- 84126 TRF201 Ti Screw Set
42167 1:10 R/C TRF201 Chassis Kit
Availability: May
Source: Tamiya
