TNS Shaft-Driven 4WD Audi A4 DTM05 — Tamiya 43526 Nitro RTR  [43526]

Audi A4 DTM05 by Tamiya (43526) — Nitro RTR on the TNS shaft-driven 4WD base

Model summary and styling focus

The Tamiya 43526 recreates the Audi A4 DTM05 as a factory-ready engine RTR on the TNS platform. The pre-painted shell captures race-oriented graphics and provides an immediately presentable touring-car model suitable for display or club runs.

Mechanical layout and components

The TNS double-deck chassis combines an aluminum lower deck with a plastic upper deck to produce a durable framework. The drivetrain is a shaft-driven 4WD arrangement with sealed differentials and full ball bearings to support dependable operation.

Suspension and powertrain

Independent double wishbone suspension with long arms and oil dampers helps maintain predictable contact patch control. Power is provided by the O.S. FS-12SW glow engine, equipped with a dual-needle carburetor and recoil starter for conventional nitro starting and tuning.

Bodywork and presentation

A pre-painted polycarbonate body finished in DTM05 livery is supplied, complete with race numbers and sponsor-style markings to reproduce the car's visual identity while remaining resilient for use on track.

Who should consider this model

The 43526 appeals to hobbyists seeking a finished nitro touring car built on a proven TNS mechanical platform and to collectors wanting a display-capable reproduction with operational capability.

In summary, the Tamiya 43526 Audi A4 DTM05(TNS) provides a serviceable nitro RTR with authentic touring-car visuals and a robust TNS shaft-driven 4WD architecture.