Tamiya 18708 Night Hunter FM-A Mini 4WD Kit - Race Baseline  [18708]

Intro to the Night Hunter

The Tamiya Night Hunter merges aggressive race styling with practical chassis engineering in the Mini 4WD range. Built on the FM-A platform, it is designed to give a reliable balance of speed and control on typical circuits.

Aero-focused exterior

The bodywork emphasises airflow management and downforce-friendly lines to keep the car steady through fast sections. Styling is functional as well as striking.

Key FM-A chassis features

The FM-A layout positions the motor toward the front to improve weight distribution and handling over undulating track elements. It also features a front skid bar, sturdy rear rollers and straightforward motor access for swaps.

Performance upgrades you can fit

The Night Hunter is compatible with common Mini 4WD upgrades, such as:

• Motors: Fit a selection of 130 motors to tune acceleration or top speed.
• Tires: Use slicks or low-profile tyres matched to your track surface.
• Gears: Change gear ratios to refine sprinting versus max speed.
• Dampers: Install upgraded dampers to reduce body pitch and improve turn-in.

Assembly and setup guidance

Parts click together cleanly for a simple build process, making this kit suitable for newcomers while still rewarding experienced builders who want to experiment with setup choices.

The Tamiya Night Hunter on FM-A underpinnings makes for a dependable, tuneable Mini 4WD that suits a wide range of racers and builders.