Tamiya 58757 Volkswagen Dune Beetle Cross (BB-02)

Pre-Order Deposit Information A £10 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your pre-order. The deposit is transferable to another product if required. Please note that the website will charge shipping when you place your deposit. For UK customers, this shipping charge will be deducted from your final invoice. Total price: £375 Less your £10 deposit The remaining balance will be payable when the item is 3 days off from shipping to us. ⚠️ Please only place a pre-order if you genuinely intend to complete the purchase. Taking a pre-order space without intending to pay the remaining balance can prevent another customer from securing one. Thank you for your understanding and support. Tamiya BB-02 Volkswagen Beetle 1/9 R/C Buggy Following on from the hugely popular Tamiya BBX (BB-01), Tamiya introduces the exciting new BB-02 rear-wheel-drive buggy chassis. Inspired by the Volkswagen Beetles that compete in American off-road racing, this 1/9 scale R/C kit combines classic Beetle styling with a purpose-built off-road chassis and an impressive level of scale detail. About the Model Scale: 1/9 Length: 454mm Width: 204mm with front double trailing arms / 225mm with front double wishbone arms Height: 180mm Wheelbase: 283mm Newly designed 1.0mm polycarbonate body recreates an off-road racing Beetle with bulging front and rear fenders and the rear engine hood removed Detailed roll cage adds rigidity while protecting the driver figures Realistically reproduced light pods, headlights and tail lights Black moulded light cases allow separately sold LED lights to be fitted Includes seated driver and co-driver figures with full-face helmets and dedicated arm parts Female driver and co-driver figures with dedicated name stickers Original sticker design created specifically for this kit Scale details include window net, fire extinguisher, gear shifter, steering wheel, air cleaner, pulley, muffler and exhaust pipes New BB-02 Chassis The rear-wheel-drive BB-02 chassis has been designed for serious off-road performance while retaining the scale appearance of a full-size race-prepared Beetle. The floor pan incorporates front and rear tyre housings to help protect the chassis from dust and dirt, while the R/C equipment box is neatly positioned beneath the driver and co-driver figures. A lengthwise battery position combined with the rear-mounted motor provides excellent weight distribution and balance. The sealed gearbox incorporates a ball differential, while the drive shafts feature joint boots for dependable off-road running. Two Front Suspension Options One of the standout features of the BB-02 is the choice of two different front suspension configurations. Double Trailing Arms Inspired by suspension commonly found on full-size vehicles Longer arms with increased suspension stroke Excellent straight-line stability Particularly suited to flatter dirt surfaces Double Wishbone Arms Inspired by unlimited-class off-road racing vehicles Long suspension arms provide excellent ground-hugging performance Improved stability during jumps Particularly suited to demanding off-road courses The rear uses a trailing-arm suspension setup, giving the BB-02 four-wheel independent suspension. Adaptive Dampers The BB-02 also features adaptive dampers designed to reduce oil leakage. As the damper piston moves, the oil seal changes shape and allows air to pass through the hole, helping minimise oil leakage during use. Wheels & Tyres Hex-hub wheels are paired with: Front rib-pattern tyres for directional stability Rear square-spike tyres for excellent off-road grip The battery can also be installed conveniently from underneath the chassis by opening the battery hatch. A fantastic combination of classic Volkswagen Beetle looks, scale realism and modern Tamiya off-road engineering, the new BB-02 looks set to be another very exciting addition to Tamiya's R/C buggy range.