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Kyosho Optima Mid RC Off Road Buggy Electric 4WD 1/10 Scale Kit

Kyosho Optima Mid RC Off Road Buggy Electric 4WD 1/10 Scale Kit

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Kyosho Optima Mid RC Off Road Buggy Electric 4WD 1/10 Scale Kit

Brand: Kyosho | SKU: 30622
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$636.31
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Kyosho Optima Mid: 1/10 scale 4WD belt-drive buggy kit — a modern recreation of the legendary 1987 world championship contender.

  • 10th model in the Kyosho vintage series — faithful recreation of the 1987 Optima Mid
  • Mid-ship motor mount layout — centralises heavy components for optimised driving performance
  • Belt-type 4WD with adjustable tensioner for smooth, efficient power transfer
  • 48-pitch spur gear with reinforced slipper clutch supporting modern brushless motors
  • Wide range of optional tuning and upgrade parts available
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Description
Please Note:

This kit comes without an ESC, Motor, Servo, Battery, Charger, or Transmitter and will come with an unpainted body that may require cutting, painting and drilling.

The Optima Mid is remembered for its brilliant debut at the 2nd World Electric Off-Road Car Championships in England, 1987, where the prototype occupied 5 out of the 10 qualifiers in the A-Main final and finished in second place. The Optima Mid's chassis layout with mid-motor position and undercarriage grew in popularity and became the foundation for modern racing buggies. It is the 10th model in the Kyosho vintage series.

The main chassis is made from 6061-T6 aluminium alloy for high rigidity, with countersunk hex screws for a flat underside. Each component has been updated to match a modern power system, including a 48-pitch gear for improved efficiency and precision gear ratio setting. The recreated Optima Mid also features an adjustable belt tensioner for smooth drive with minimal loss, plus FRP front and rear shock stays and a moulded resin belt cover sourced from Turbo Optima Mid specifications.

Gold Anodised Shocks
Gold Anodised Shocks

The aluminium oil shocks retain the classic look while featuring an updated dial adjustment for precise chassis height control and refined damping performance.

Mid Ship Motor Mount
Mid Ship Motor Mount

The basic design follows the 1987 Optima Mid. As the name suggests, the layout allows for the mid-ship motor mount. Driving performance is optimised by centrally locating heavy components on the chassis.

6061-T6 Main Chassis
6061-T6 Main Chassis

The 6061-T6 aluminium alloy main chassis achieves an excellent balance between rigidity and crash resistance. Incorporating hex screws with countersunk holes for a flat underside of the chassis.

Front and Rear FRP Shock Stays
Front and Rear FRP Shock Stays

The front and rear shock stays have been updated from the original aluminium to FRP, similar to the Turbo Optima Mid-specs.

Stronger Front End
Stronger Front End

Stabiliser end mounting holes have been added to the front suspension arms. The quality of the material has been optimised for increased strength and driving stability.

Clear Plastic Belt Cover
Clear Plastic Belt Cover

The belt cover has been updated from the previous vacuum-formed part to a moulded resin part that effectively protects the drive belt from dirt and dust. The new belt cover is easier to assemble and provides more complete protection from dust.

48dp/0.5Mod Gearing
48dp/0.5Mod Gearing

 The Optima Mid's drivetrain features a 48-pitch spur gear and a slipper clutch for enhanced performance and durability. The slipper clutch protects the gears from shock loads, ensuring smooth operation and extending the life of the drivetrain.

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Aluminium Mid-Ship Chassis
Aluminium Mid-Ship Chassis

The Optima Mid features a 6061-T6 aluminium alloy main chassis with a mid-ship motor mount and belt-type 4WD system.

Optima Mid chassis and drivetrain detail
Optima Mid chassis and drivetrain detail

The belt-type 4WD system delivers excellent drive efficiency and stability, even on roads with low grip.

Aluminium main chassis detail
Aluminium main chassis detail

The 6061-T6 aluminium alloy main chassis achieves an excellent balance between rigidity and crash resistance, with countersunk holes for a flat underside.

FRP shock stays and oil-filled shocks
FRP shock stays and oil-filled shocks

Front and rear shock stays have been updated from the original aluminium to FRP, similar to Turbo Optima Mid specs, with gold anodised oil-filled shocks.

Belt tensioner and belt cover
Belt tensioner and belt cover

Belt tension can be adjusted through the newly equipped belt tensioner, which also improves driving efficiency and reduces power loss.

48-pitch spur gear and slipper clutch
48-pitch spur gear and slipper clutch

48-pitch spur gear is equipped with a slipper clutch that protects the gear from shocks while driving.

Front suspension arm detail
Front suspension arm detail

Stabiliser end mounting holes have been added to the front suspension arms with optimised material for increased strength and driving stability.

Wheels and tyres detail
Wheels and tyres detail

New wheels recreate the original Optima Mid design and include the same tyres as the Turbo Optima for exceptional grip.

Body and decals detail
Body and decals detail

Includes decals that recreate the design used on the original packaging; a masking sheet is also included so the body can be finished with a simple single-colour coat.

Features
  • The 10th model in the Kyosho vintage series — recreation of the 4WD buggy that made a brilliant world championship debut in 1987
  • Updated to match modern R/C electronics and power systems
  • Belt-type 4WD system with adjustable belt tensioner delivers excellent drive efficiency and stability
  • 48-pitch pinion and 82T spur gear; optional settings for 78T/80T spur gears; corresponds with the existing Ultima RB7
  • Reinforced slipper clutch supports powerful brushless motors; adjustable by exchanging with the Ultima RB slipper sheet
  • 6061-T6 aluminium alloy main chassis with countersunk main chassis for flat underside
  • FRP front and rear shock stays (Turbo Optima Mid specification)
  • Gold anodised oil-filled shocks with dial adjustment for easy vehicle height tuning
  • Stabiliser end mounting holes added to front suspension arms, with optimised material for increased strength
  • Moulded resin belt cover for improved dust and dirt protection compared to the original vacuum-formed part
  • New wheels recreating the original Optima Mid design with the same tyres as the Turbo Optima
  • Reinforced nylon rear wing shared with the Javelin; three mounting angles for setting options
  • Battery holder compatible with various battery types; includes hook-and-loop fastener with KYOSHO logo
  • Blister packaging replicates original packaging style
  • Wide range of optional parts available for tuning and upgrades
Specifications
  • Length: 375mm (14.7")
  • Width: 244mm (9.60")
  • Height: 142mm (5.59")
  • Wheelbase: 255mm (10.0")
  • Tread (F/R): 208mm (8.18")
  • Weight: approx. 1,600g (3.52 lbs) with 7.2V 4000mAh LiPo
  • Tyres (F/R): 82×36mm (3.22×1.41")
  • Motor: 540 class size (sold separately)
  • Gear Ratio: 8.28:1
  • Drivetrain: 4WD Belt Drive
  • Chassis: 6061-T6 Aluminium Alloy
Included Items
  • Kit chassis
  • Tyres
  • Rims (white)
  • Clear body
  • Wing (white)
  • Mask sheet
  • Decals
  • Hex wrench
  • Cross wrench
  • Shock wrench
  • Grease
  • Shock oil
Required Items
  • 1x 7.4V LiPo battery & compatible charger
  • 1x Servo
  • 1x Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)
  • 1x 540 size motor
  • 1x 2-channel transmitter & receiver
  • Polycarbonate paint
Note

This body shell comes completely unpainted and may or may not require body post holes to be drilled. Only use a polycarbonate-style paint such as the Tamiya PS series to finish this body, as standard paints will not adhere and/or cause damage to the body shell's surface.

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Specifications
RC Car
Scale
1/10
Max LiPo Power
3S (11.1v)
Completion
Kit
Skill Level
Intermediate
Power Source
Electric
Chassis Type
Buggy
On/Off Road
Off Road
Drivetrain
4WD
RC Kit
Suited Motor/ESC Type
Electric
Factory Specs
Max LiPo Power
3S (11.1v)
Battery Connector
Not Included
Front Shock Oil
200cSt
Rear Shock Oil
200cSt
Front Differential Oil
3000cSt
Rear Differential Oil
3000cSt
Pinion Gear
25T 48dp/0.5Mod
Spur Gear
82T 48dp/0.5Mod
Wheel Hex Size
12mm

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5 out of 5 stars

3 years ago
Dani O
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Hands down, Hobbies Direct is one of the best in the business Australia wide! They are fast, professional, well priced and genuinely concerned with customer satisfaction. They resolved an issue I had completely without issue too. I can't recommend this team enough - you are in safe hands dealing with this crew. They rock! As for the product - well, what else is there to say except the Kyosho 1/10 Optima Mid 4WD Electric Off Road RC Buggy Kit 2022 re-release is finally in my hands!!! I'm stoked!

2 out of 5 stars

3 years ago
David H
Verified Buyer
If I could split the score, Hobbies Direct would get a 4 or 4.5 and Kyosho would get 0 stars. Hobbies Direct has the best sales process I've seen in an RC store, and their support is also excellent. Customer communications can be a little haphazard at times, but they get problems sorted to the best of their ability even if they don't always keep you updated. Kyosho ships kits with broken parts that any visual inspection should've caught. They don't bother to supply the distributor with any spare parts for those kits. They then take ~12 weeks before they bother sending a new shipment with parts. With parts support that bad, even if you get a non-broken kit you won't be able to reliably run your Kyosho & put it through normal wear & tear.

5 out of 5 stars

4 years ago
Christian K
Verified Buyer
Excellent service - well packaged, prompt delivery. Keep up great work.
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