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Tamiya The Hornet RC Buggy Electric 2WD 1/10 Scale Kit - Jun Watanabe Edition

  • 1/10
  • 2WD
  • Kit
  • Brushed

Part no. 58527

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$232.10

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Tamiya The Hornet RC Buggy Kit: Classic Hornet gets a wild Jun Watanabe makeover! Fun 2WD building & off-road action!

  • Dramatic Jun Watanabe chassis colour scheme!
  • Robust chassis for tough off-road action
  • Simple & durable independent/rolling suspension
  • Perfect for Any Skill Level wanting to build a legendary classic!

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Overview

Please Note:

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

Get ready for classic Tamiya fun with The Hornet Jun Watanabe Edition RC Buggy Kit! This legendary 2WD buggy gets a dramatic makeover with a unique colour scheme by Jun Watanabe, featuring a black-spotted white body, pink tyres, and purple chassis details. Experience the rewarding fun of building this iconic off-road kit yourself, creating a truly eye-catching machine!

Built on a robust ABS box frame chassis for durability. Features a durable front swing axle & rear rolling rigid suspension with friction dampers to handle tough surfaces. Sealed gearbox with 3-bevel diff ensures smooth cornering & protects from dirt. Includes a 540 Sized brushed motor. Three-piece wheels, front grooved, and rear pin spike tyres (plus extra black ones!) for classic 2WD off-road action!

Note

Note that this product is a 1/10 scale 2WD RC buggy kit that requires full assembly.

Features

  • Legendary Hornet kit with unique Jun Watanabe colour scheme
  • Robust ABS box frame chassis for durability
  • Durable front swing axle & rear rolling rigid suspension
  • Rear oil dampers & sealed gearbox with 3-bevel differential
  • Includes 540-type brushed motor
  • Three-piece wheels with grooved front & pin spike rear tyres
  • Additional set of black tyres included in the kit
  • Polycarbonate body with pre-cut stickers included
  • Kit requires assembly; needs radio, servo, battery, charger & paint
  • Genuine Tamiya Product

In the box

  • 1x Tamiya The Hornet Jun Watanabe Edition Kit (Requires Assembly)
  • 1x Polycarbonate Bodyshell (Requires Painting)
  • 1x Set Of Body Stickers
  • 1x 540-Type Brushed Motor
  • 1x Set Of Wheels (3-Piece Design)
  • 1x Set Of Grooved Front Tyres
  • 1x Set Of Pin Spike Rear Tyres
  • 1x Set Of Black Tyres (Optional)

You'll need

  • 1x 2-Channel Radio System (Transmitter & Receiver)
  • 1x Steering Servo
  • 1x 7.2-7.4Volt Battery Pack (NiMH Or 2S LiPo)
  • 1x Compatible Battery Charger
  • 1x Brushed Motor ESC
  • 1x Tamiya PS Polycarbonate Paint

Specifications

Length400mm (15.75")
Width230mm (9.06")
Height150mm (5.91")
Wheelbase251mm (9.88")
Weight874g (1.93lbs)
ChassisABS Plastic Box Frame
SuspensionIndependent Swing Axle Front, Rolling Rigid Rear, Friction Dampers
Drivetrain2WD, 3-Bevel Gear Differential
Motor540-Type Brushed
ESCNot Included

RC Car

Scale1/10
Max LiPo Power2S (7.4v)
CompletionKit
Skill LevelBeginner
Power SourceElectric Brushed
Chassis TypeBuggy
On/Off RoadOff Road
Drivetrain2WD

RC Kit

Suited Motor/ESC TypeElectric

Factory Specs

Battery ConnectorTamiya
Rear Shock Oil200cSt
Pinion Gear18T

Manuals

Reviews (2)

5.0

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  • Arvin R

    Verified buyer

    9 Mar 2026

  • Shaun F

    Verified buyer

    5 Mar 2026

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