Tamiya "Candy Green" Grasshopper Re-release
Along with the re-release of The Bigwig 4-wheel drive buggy, Tamiya is bringing back a special edition of their classic Grasshopper. The “Candy Green” Grasshopper kit (#47348) will see new life in 2017 with an “attention-getting” bright green body and 1980’s styling.
Underneath that green body most of the components are the same as what you’ll find in the classic Grasshopper re-release. The only noticeable difference between the two is the use of a TBLE-02S electronic speed control (ESC) vs the TEU-101BK that’s included in the basic model. The upside of the TBLE-02S is the fact that it can be used with both brushed and brushless motors.
Tamiya “Candy Green” Grasshopper Specifications
- Scale: 1/10
- Construction type: Assembly kit
- Terrain use: Off-Road
- Drive-train: 2WD
- Drive type: Gearbox
- Drive line: Solid axle
- Differential type: Gear
- Suspension: Independent front/solid axle rear
- Steering: Direct servo
- Shock damper: Friction damper
- Shock damper material: Plastic
- Tire type: Rubber
- Tire tread: Grooved front/paddle rear
- Body material: ABS Plastic
- Chassis material: Plastic
- ESC : TBLE-02S
- Motor: 380-brushed type
- Bearings: Plastic bushing
Since this is a kit, there are a few additional items that are required to complete the build:
- A 2 or 3-channel radio system (transmitter and receiver)
- A 7.2v battery and charger
This re-release of Tamiya's special-edition Grasshopper is priced at $121.99 (TowerHobbies.com) and is slated for release in February 2017.
Learn more about the Tamiya Candy Green Grasshopper at tamiyausa.com.
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