0
Kyosho 1/10 Optima Mid Electric 4WD Racing Buggy Kit
$649.00
Kyosho 1/10 Optima Mid Electric 4WD Racing Buggy Kit [30622] Unspecified
Out of stock
Description
The Kyosho 1/10 Optima Mid 4WD Electric Off Road RC Buggy Kit is an unassembled, high-performance vintage reissue. Serving as the 10th entry in Kyosho’s Legendary Series, it is a faithful recreation of the 1987 prototype that famously swept five of the top ten qualifying spots at the 2nd World Electric Off-Road Car Championships in England.
Mechanical Evolution & Design
- Mid-Ship Layout: Replicates the revolutionary mid-motor configuration that centralized weight distribution, pioneering the foundation for all modern 4WD racing buggies.
- Chassis Construction: Built on a rigid 6061-T6 aluminium alloy main chassis plate. The frame is fully countersunk, creating a completely flat underside to avoid snagging on track obstacles.
- Belt-Drive 4WD: Powered by a smooth, high-efficiency enclosed belt-drive system. Unlike the 1987 original, this modern evolution incorporates an adjustable belt tensioner to maximize power transfer and minimize drivetrain slack.
- Vintage Suspension: Standard equipped with replica gold-anodized, threaded aluminium oil-filled pressure shocks for precision ride-height adjustments. The front and rear shock towers are upgraded to durable, modern fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) plates.
Modern Electronics Integration
While retaining its 1980s aesthetic, the internal gearing is fully optimized for contemporary power:
- Features a high-efficiency 48-pitch drivetrain packing an 82-tooth spur gear.
- Integrates an adjustable, heavy-duty slipper clutch designed to manage the high torque of modern brushless motor systems.
- Accommodates a versatile hook-and-loop battery tray that accepts standard 7.2V NiMH stick packs or full-size 7.4V LiPo batteries.
Kit Specifications & Inclusions
- Dimensions: 375mm (Length) x 244mm (Width) x 142mm (Height) with a 255mm wheelbase.
- Box Contents: Unassembled chassis, clear polycarbonate body shell with window masks, classic white racing wheels, reinforced nylon wing, assembly grease, dampener oil, and pre-cut decals.
- Required to Complete: As this is a builders kit, it contains no electronics. You must source your own 2-channel radio system, steering servo, ESC, 540-size motor, matching battery pack, charger, and polycarbonate-safe paint.








![Kyosho 1/10 Beetle 2014 2WD Electric Racing Buggy Kit [30614]](https://i0.wp.com/hobbyshackdalby.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Hobbyshackdalby_Kyosho_1-10_Beetle_2014_2WD_Electric_Racing_Buggy_Kit_30614.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1)
