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The Kyosho Optima Mid 1/10 4wd Off-Road Buggy Kit is a rerelease of the classic Optima that debuted during the 2nd World Electric Off-Road Car Championships in 1987. The prototype of this buggy was known for holding five of the ten A-Main qualifiers and finishing second place. Kyosho has faithfully recreated this buggy by following the 1987 design. This updated design allows for midship motor mounting and a more centralized weight distribution for increased performance. Get the Kyosho Optima Mid and experience a classic chassis with modern mechanics.
The main chassis is made from 6016 T6 aluminum for added rigidity. Each component of the car has been updated to withstand a more modern power system. This recreated Optima Mid features an adjustable belt tensioner built into the rear transmission, ultimately achieving a smooth drive with minimal loss. Equipment from the Turbo Optima Mid such as the FRP front and rear shock stays, and countersunk main chassis have also been incorporated into this model. Threaded gold anodized shock bodies resemble the pressure shocks that dominated the era. The racy form of the original Optima Mid body design is faithfully reproduced in line with the popular vintage series.
Features:
- The 10th model in the Kyosho vintage series
- Recreation of the model that dominated the electric racing buggy scene in the 1980’s
- Updated to match modern R/C electronics and power systems
- Belt-type 4WD system delivers excellent drive efficiency and stability, even on roads with low grip
- 48-pitch pinion and 82T spur gear, corresponds with the existing Ultima RB7
- Equipped with reinforced slipper clutch to support powerful brushless motors
- Battery holder is compatible with various battery types
- Wheels recreate the original Optima Mid design and include the same tires as the Turbo Optima for excellent grip.
- Reinforced nylon rear wing shared with the Javelin, balances flexibility and strength
- Blister packaging replicates the original packaging style to recreate the same satisfying experience
- Wide range of optional parts are available for tuning and upgrades
- More than just a recreation of the 1980’s original, this model can be enjoyed like any other high-performance modern equivalent
Specifications:
Weight (approximately): 1,600g (with 2S 4000mAh LiPo)
Includes:
- (1) Chassis Kit
- (4) Tires and Wheels
- (1) Clear Body
- (1) Wing (white)
- Decals
- hexagon wrench
- Grease
- Shock oil
- Cross wrench
- Shock wrench
Needed to Complete:
- (1) 2 channel R/C system
- (1) Servo
- (1) 540 Sized Motor
- (1) Compatible ESC
- (1) 210mm Sensor cable
- (1) 7.2V Ni-MH Battery or (1) 7.4V Li-Po Battery
- (1) Compatible Charger
- Batteries for transmitter