Product Overview
Please note this is an unassembled kit requiring assembly; it ships as a build-it-yourself kit and does not arrive pre-built or ready to run.
Tamiya 1/10 The Hornet 2004 RC Kit
One of the most influential RC vehicles ever made returns with the Tamiya RC 1/10 The Hornet 2004, a faithful re-release of the revolutionary 1984 original that helped launch the worldwide 2WD off-road buggy craze. Just like the classic original, this re-release pairs a durable yet lightweight ABS resin bathtub frame with a diff-gear-loaded sealed gearbox, oil-filled rear dampers, and a powerful RS-540 motor for reliable performance on both dirt and on-road tracks.
An independent swing axle front suspension with friction dampers pairs with a rolling rigid rear axle and oil-filled dampers for confident handling on varied terrain. Original 3-piece assembly wheels are compatible with optional ball bearings, and straight ribbed front tyres combine with spiked rear buggy tyres for excellent grip. The shock-absorbent polycarbonate body shell and reinforced resin bumper stand up to rough handling, making this an ideal pick for returning fans and first-time builders alike.
Special Features
1/10 scale RC model assembly kit
Durable, lightweight ABS resin bathtub frame with side bumpers
Independent swing axle front suspension with friction dampers
Rolling rigid rear axle suspension with oil-filled dampers
Sealed rear gearbox protects the diff gear during off-road running
Original 3-piece assembly wheels compatible with optional ball bearings
Straight ribbed racing front tyres and spiked buggy rear tyres
Durable, shock-absorbent polycarbonate body shell
Reinforced resin front bumper
TEU-101BK Electronic Speed Controller
What's in the Box
Unassembled 1/10 scale The Hornet 2004 kit components
Type 540 motor
Electronic speed controller (ESC)
Polycarbonate body shell
Instruction manual
What You'll Need (not included)
2-channel radio system with steering servo
7.2 volt battery pack
Compatible battery charger
Polycarbonate body paint of your choice
Basic modeling tools for assembly
Why You'll Love It
For builders who grew up with the original or always wanted one, The Hornet 2004 delivers the same easy-to-assemble chassis and reliable off-road capability that earned it a permanent place in RC history, in a durable package built to handle whatever terrain you throw at it.