Jump to content
  • TWINSET
    TWINSET

    Tamiya 'Blockhead Motors' Wild One

    Pics used are of the original 'Blockhead Motors' Wild One, not Tamiya's release.
    Tamiya version is likely to have different, fictional 'sponsors'
    Blockhead Motors appears to be a hop-up/merch shop tied to Jun Watanabe, the design 'genius' behind the Spotty Hornet

    https://blockheadmotors.stores.jp/

     

    8574f66415e781b8e8766461cd533408.thumb.jpg.c819dd3d19bcbd3fcd0ba8de835daf61.jpg

     

    RC WILD ONE OFF-ROADER
    DESCRIPTION
    The Wild One is a R/C 2WD buggy assembly kit that has been a hobbyist favorite for years! We are celebrating the Wild One with this special release with a twist! The sticker set, this time around, is designed by Jun Watanabe’s brand "BLOCKHEAD MOTORS'', which has produced stickers and apparel, and customizations of Tamiya off road buggy models from the 1980s. Watanabe has taken part in the design of collaborative fashion, music, and skateboard projects to expand the horizons of R/C cars. This kit is sure to be a fun addition to anyone’s collection!

    • 1/10 scale R/C assembly kit. Length: 425mm, height: 140mm, width: 225mm. Wheelbase: 255mm.
    • Durable and lightweight ABS box type frame is matched with a battery case which is compatible with modern power sources such as Tamiya Racing Packs and LF batteries.
    • 4-wheel independent suspension consists of coil springs and trailing arms. A wide tread ensures excellent off-road stability.
    • Enclosed gearbox includes differential gears for smooth cornering.
    • Driveshafts feature dog bone-type joints and dust cover.
    • Includes 540-type brushed motor.
    • Requires: 2-channel radio, steering servo, ESC. 7.2-7.4volt battery & charger

     

    Unique to this release:
    • Polycarbonate body (0.7mm thickness) is pre-cut and pre-painted in light blue.
    • Comes with metal-plated parts (A, E, G and front/rear wheels)
    • Window nets, number plates and dummy antenna included.
    • Includes new stickers designed by Jun Watanabe’s brand "BLOCKHEAD MOTORS”.

     

    The previous Jun Watanabe involvement resulted in this:

    tamiya-hornet-jun-watanabe-2.jpg.5e41d696009cc7f054e712b6577a371b.jpg

     

     




    User Feedback

    Recommended Comments

    Possibly the best looking Tamiya buggy made, excited to see this new Wild One version. Hope it's not too over-priced

    Share this comment


    Link to comment
    Share on other sites

    If this is sub £200 I might have to pick one up. Hopefully they chuck in a few upgrades like bearings and a decent motor.

    Share this comment


    Link to comment
    Share on other sites

     

     

    Cracking looking buggy until you get round to the battery wires 😶

     

    wild.thumb.jpg.601e59f3967be0f0729bf9bfc8913a34.jpg

     

     

    Edited by TWINSET
    • Like 1
    • Confused 1

    Share this comment


    Link to comment
    Share on other sites



    Join the conversation

    You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

    Guest
    Add a comment...

    ×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

      Only 75 emoji are allowed.

    ×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

    ×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

    ×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

    Loading...

  • Latest Articles

    By Tug, in Reviews,

    By Nick, in Interviews,

    By Nick, in Reviews,

    By Nick, in Reviews,

×
×
  • Create New...