Vintage Optima Mid '87 World Championship Replica 1/10 Scale 4WD EP Buggy - KIT from Kyosho - KYO30643

Version Info: This buggy is a KIT, and as such will require electronics, paint and other equipment (see Requires below for details).

England 1987 was the scene of the 2nd IFMAR (International Federation of Model Race Cars) electric off-road world championships. In addition to the standard Optima, Team Kyosho entered a midship motor mounted prototype in the 4WD Class. Racing under its ‘Mid Optima’ project name, the prototype stunned the world making up five of the ten cars to qualify through to the A-Main Final, but unfortunately missing out of the top prize in finishing a credible 2nd to demonstrate its outstanding performance potential. The prototype was close to the final product released to the market under its official name ‘Optima Mid’ allowing racers around the world to experience its revolutionary capabilities. Still as popular as the original back in 1980, the Optima Mid joined esteemed company as part of the Kyosho Vintage Series with its revival in 2022.

To commemorate Kyosho’s 60th anniversary in 2023, the original World Championship prototype spec Optima Mid will be released as a limited edition. While sharing the same basic configuration as the standard Optima Mid, the World Championship prototype featured several optional parts as standard and a special body, which has been recreated with a new mold and combined with a large polycarbonate rear wing. A dedicated decal is also included to reproduce the original color scheme. Aluminum parts have been changed from the original gold color to a chic gun metallic in combination with special color wheels to create a style unique to the limited edition 60th anniversary model.

The World Championship prototype Optima Mid that never made it to market in its original form in 1987 is enhanced with modern racing technology so you can enjoy Kyosho’s anniversary year with dynamic performance using the latest RC systems and power sources. Experience the driving spirit of the Optima Mid incorporating the state-of-the-art mechanics from the past that cannot be matched by anything today and it is backed by Motion RC's world-renowned customer service and technical support. Drive on!

  Visit the Official Kyosho Vintage Optima Mid '87 World Championship Replica 1/10 Scale 4WD EP Buggy Discussion Thread on HobbySquawk.com for additional photos, videos, reviews, and customer Q&A.

Optimized Driving Performance The limited reproduction of the original 1/10 scale 4WD off-road Optima Mid buggy that debuted in 1987 is equipped with specially colored aluminum parts and various optional parts as standard.

Lightweight and Rigid The lightweight and highly rigid carbon fiber main chassis and upper deck of the same material combine to deliver moderate flex for exceptional running performance.

Replica Wheels One-piece wheels are the same shape as the rear wheels on the Ultima and replicate the 1987 World Championship model. Wheels are finished in the signature peppermint green color of the Optima Mid’s designer, Mr. Akira Kogawa.

Wear Resistant Shocks The 60th anniversary limited edition features gun metallic finished aluminum cylinders on the oil shocks, which are equipped with titanium coated shafts that increase wear resistance.

Precision Setting The steering linkages and suspension rods use turnbuckles to allow for fast and precise adjustment of camber and toe angle.

Smooth Cornering Ball differentials on both front and rear provide smooth operation and maximum traction with slip action when excessive load is applied for improved driving stability.

Features:

• Kyosho commemorates its 60th anniversary with this limited edition model of the popular 4WD buggy that made a spectacular world championship debut
• Reinforced slipper clutch supports the power of modern brushless motors. Settings can be changed by installing the optional UM516 dual slipper sheet
• Equipped with a new mold reproduction of the Optima Pro body used in the 1987 World Championships featuring cut lines for the mid-chassis
• A large polycarbonate rear wing combined with large side plates is the same as the World Championship car
• Various optional parts for the existing Optima Mid are included as standard equipment. Aluminum parts are finished in the Works-spec gunmetal color unique to this limited edition model
• Equipped with soft-type tires on front and rear as standard that produce high grip and dynamic handling
• Includes stickers to recreate the World Championship model of Optima series designer Mr. Akira Kogawa, as well as sticker commemorating Kyosho’s 60th anniversary
• New main gear shaft has been upgraded from conventional steel to lighter and stronger hard anodized 7075 super duralumin, contributing to improved throttle response
• The front and rear shocks are finished in gunmetal and the shafts are coated with titanium to improve wear resistance, while the front and rear springs are adopted with fine selection springs
• Each rod is equipped with a turnbuckle system for easy setting changes
• The front is equipped with universal swing shaft with high drive efficiency as standard
• Equipped with optional ball differentials as standard on the front and rear to ensure smooth cornering characteristics
• The steering links are also equipped with bearings, making it a full bearing specification

Includes:

• Kyosho Vintage Optima Mid '87 World Championship Replica 1/10 Scale 4WD EP Buggy - KIT
• Kit chassis
• Tires
• Wheels
• Clear body
• Wing
• Mask sheet
• Decals
• Hexagon wrench
• Cross wrench
• Shock wrench
• Grease
• Ball diff grease
• Shock oil
• 60th anniversary sticker

Requires:

• 2-channel transmitter and receiver - we recommend the Futaba 3PV 3-Channel Transmitter with R203GF Receiver For Surface Models
• 540 size motor
• Electronic speed control (ESC)
• Steering servo
• 7.2V battery - we recommend the Admiral 5300mAh 2S 7.4V 60C Hard Case LiPo Battery with T Connector
• Paint (body comes out of the box unpainted)
• Compatible battery charger - we recommend the SkyRC B6AC V2 50W 6 Cell (6S) AC/DC LiPo Battery Charger

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