- The highest quality RC products offered in the market today
- Made using the highest quality materials and components
- Tested for durability
- Replica of an RC legend - The car that put performance into the popular 1/10 RC off-road racing class
- Features are faithful to the original car - modern manufacturing technology, however, allowed some improvements to modernize this timeless machine
- Retains the classic scale looks of an 80s era car and has many of the same features, but its been updated to modern specs so it can be driven hard!
- The included sealed gear differential can be replaced by an optional high-performance ball differential from the World Champion Ultima RB6
- Scorpion 2014 is a kit that requires assembly and the addition radio, steering servo, compatible ESC and motor, battery and misc. tools and supplies
The legendary Kyosho Scorpion is credited with taking the RC racing buggy category into the realm of pure motorsports. More than 30 years ago, the Scorpion left a lasting impression with its many fans around the world. Kyosho is proud to reproduce this machine in the spirit of the original buggy style and chassis layout. The 2014 version takes advantage of the latest technology and exceeds the performance of the original model, while still remaining faithful to the original design.
The forged aluminum suspension components deliver modern strength, rigidity and durability. The Scorpion 2014 features a new two-piece die-cast aluminum gearbox with a gear differential. An included slipper clutch protects the transmission and delivers superior traction under acceleration. The bottom the chassis features countersunk screw holes and hex hardware. From expert racers who knew the magic of the original Scorpion to modern-day racers, discover for yourself why the Scorpion and now the 2014 model are legends in RC off-racing racing past and present!
Kit Contents:
- Clear polycarbonate body
- Decals
- Hex wrench
- Cross wrench; Shock wrench; Shock oil
- Grease
- Thread-lock cement.
Required for Operation:
- 2-ch, 1-servo R/C system for cars
- 540-class motor (30-27 turns recommended)
- ESC compatible with motor
- Compatible battery pack
- Battery charger suited for your choice of battery
- Paint for the polycarbonate section of the body
- Batteries for R/C transmitter
- Tools (1.5, 2.0, 3.0mm hex wrench)
Specifications:
- Length: 15.7 in. (398mm)
- Width: 9.3 in. (236mm)
- Height: 5.7 in. (145mm)
- Wheelbase: 10.4 in. (263mm)
- Gear Ratios: 6.9:1(H setting); 8.3:1 (L setting)
- Approx. weight: 2 lbs., 3 oz. (985g) without R/C system & battery)
- Motor: 540-class
