Brand new chassis from Tamiya: GF-02.
4WD, many gears, à la GF-01.
Panel Van body. I haven't found any concrete statement on whether ABS, or polycarbonate.
Chassis not dissimilar to GF-01, but lower-slung and (according to Tamiya) "more realistic and less comical".
Taken from Modelsport:
Tamiya is delighted to announce a new off-road car featuring big tires; the name is the Squash Van, and it is paired with a new gear-driven 4WD GF-02 chassis.
While the GF-01 chassis features a comical design, the GF-02 chassis employs a more realistic wheelbase and a frame with ladder / pipe motifs. This R/C assembly kit is inspired by 1950s American panel vans, and offers an excellent drive even on grass or uneven surfaces.
About the Model
- This is a 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 454mm, width: 280mm, height: 238mm. Wheelbase: 267mm.
- 123mm large-diameter lug pattern tires allow powerful performance and superior handling feel.
- Stickers feature designs such as squash illustrations, product logo, and triple pin stripes in gold, black and blue.
- ESC & Type 540 Motor Included
About the GF-02 chassis
The gear-driven 4WD GF-02 chassis features its motor in a low, central position in the lightweight, durable monocoque frame, and transmits power to front and rear via gears. The long wheelbase and wide tread setup ensures stable off-road performance. The slim frame features ladder/pipe motifs and features integrated sealed gearboxes which help keep stones out.
Front and rear gear differentials allow smooth cornering, while separately sold pinion gears offer a choice from three types of gear ratios, and a motor guard enhances reliability off-road. The 4-wheel double wishbone suspension employs four friction dampers, and the steering servo is positioned on the left with identical-length tie-rods
Wheelbase
same length as the long CC-02 wheelbase chassis same body mount positions as the long CC-02 wheelbase chassis
Tread
F : 223mm / R: 221mm
Tyres
As Blackfoot [58633] 122.8mm diameter
Gear ratio
18T (18.03:1), 20T (16.23:1), 17T (19.09:1)
20T and 17T pinion gears are sold separately
Motor Guard included
Lower servo mount to enhance attachment durability and lower more central motor position for improved balance and weight distribution.
Required to complete: 2-channel radio, steering servo, 7.2-7.4volt battery with compatible charger, and Tamiya PS paint.
RRP of £245.
Personally, I'd need to see photos of the chassis, but it will be nice to have a 4WD Tamiya truck with a similar design to the GF-01, which doesn't constantly fall-over and wheelie.
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