Tamiya 1998 Ford Escort Custom 1/10 4WD Electric Rally Car Kit (TT-02)

High-Performance Street Spec '98 Ford Escort Kit

This unique iteration represents a customized street-spec variant of the 1998 Ford Escort, inspired by its WRC counterpart. The intricately detailed body captures the essence of the WRC car's street customization. Built on the versatile TT-02 chassis, the model faithfully reproduces the original, featuring a potent inline-4, 2-liter engine that generated 300PS and 50Kgm of torque.

About the Ford Escort Custom

Clear Body

The Clear and untrimmed 1998 Ford Escort Custom body showcases a distinctive design, blending the dynamic elements of a rally car with street customizations. The aerodynamic features, such as bulging fenders and a prominent rear wing, evoke the spirit of its WRC counterpart. The sleek lines and detailing capture the essence of a customized street-spec version, adding a sporty and aggressive touch to the classic Escort silhouette. With a focus on both performance and aesthetics, this body design reflects the fusion of rally heritage and street customization for a visually striking and dynamic appearance.

Performance Chassis

The TT-02 chassis, with its adaptable and balanced shaft-driven 4WD system, ensures excellent stability through a longitudinal layout featuring the battery on the left and the motor on the right. Its design incorporates identical left and right suspension arms and uprights for straightforward assembly, along with easily maintainable gearboxes. The chassis offers versatility with two wheelbases, two ground clearance settings, two tread setups, and a selection of ten gear ratios. Not only functional, it boasts aesthetic appeal with brake disc-shaped wheel hubs, stylish front bumper supports, gun metal color 10-spoke wheels, and sleek slick tires, delivering a sporty appearance.

Included Electronics

This chassis Kit includes both a torque tuned brushed motor and Hobbywing 1060 ESC. these components combine to deliver a performance enhanced on-road racing experience. The compact ESC boasts extreme performance, complemented by a built-in capacitor module for efficient power delivery. With exceptional current endurance capability, easily configurable parameters using ESC jumpers, and automatic throttle range calibration for user-friendly setup, the Quicrun 1060 stands out. Its impressive built-in BEC output capacity, built-in capacitor, and IP-67 waterproof rating further elevate its reliability, making it a top-tier choice for enthusiasts seeking optimal performance in their RC adventures. The RS-540 Torque-Tuned motor offers higher top speeds and increased acceleration.

Features:

• Super smooth shaft-driven 4WD TT-02 chassis
• Stickers and window masking for use in the body painting process
• Sleek racing wheels to match the iconic body
• The body is made of lightweight and rigid polycarbonate
• Fully independent double wishbone suspension
• Low maintenance Friction style shocks
• Reliable Hobbywing THW 1060 Brushed ESC
• Strong Torque tuned Mabuchi RS-540 brushed motor
• High strength chassis constructed from ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
• Buttery smooth grease filled differentials

Includes:

• (1) Tamiya Ford Escort Custom
• (1) Hobbywing 1060 ESC with Tamiya Connector
• (1) Torque tuned 540 brushed motor
• Manual

Needed To Complete:

• 2 channel radio system
• (1) Standard or Low-profile Steering servo
• Polycarbonate paint for body
• (1) 7.2V NiMh battery with Tamiya Connector
• Compatible Charger

Specifications:

·       *NOTE: RC Kits are an unassembled Remote Control Model that require assembly, racer selected electronics, and other racer provided items. Photos of assembled kit are for illustrative purposes only. For a complete list of needed items to drive this kit please see the list above.