The Tamiya 58650-60A honours the Volkswagen Beetle's rally history with an accurate silhouette and period styling. The model includes a lightweight polycarbonate body plus chrome-look plated parts for bumpers and mirrors, preserving the Beetle's classic character in scale form.
The MF-01X chassis is built to handle mixed-surface driving. Its monocoque frame neatly houses gearboxes to keep the layout compact. A rear-mounted motor drives the rear gearbox while a prop shaft routes power to the front, creating a balanced shaft-driven 4WD system. Differential gears front and rear aid traction and predictable steering response, with the battery centrally placed to help centre mass.
On a 239mm wheelbase the kit offers steady tracking, using independent double wishbone suspension with friction dampers. The rally block tyres grip loose ground well, ideal for dirt runs. The chassis permits three wheelbase settings so you can adjust stance and handling to suit driving conditions or visual preference.
Tamiya 58650-60A is a practical choice for hobbyists who like to combine authentic looks with chassis adjustability. It works well as a display piece and as a platform for off-road testing and upgrades.
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