Blackfoot 2016 Incoming! Tamiya’s Official Announcment
A month ago we brought you a sneak peak at Tamiya’s Earth shattering new rerelease the Blackfoot 2016 and now it’s official! The Twin Stars have given more details on the Blackfoot 2016 along with pricing and availability. Here’s what Tamiya had to say.
58633 1/10 R/C Blackfoot (2016)
Availability: August
MSRP: $264.00
This is a modern successor to the Blackfoot line of trucks. It features the classic body from the Blackfoot III kit and it is mounted on the chassis used in the Monster Beetle (2015) radio control model. The chassis is an all-action 2WD machine fitted with big tires for rough-and-tumble off-road fun. The Blackfoot R/C model is ideal for great fun for both beginners and Tamiya coinsurers alike.
Specifications
• 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 440mm, width: 290mm, height: 270mm.
• The ABS resin Blackfoot III body has newly designed markings that carry on the theme of the original series of Blackfoot models.
• Plastic driver figure is included.
• The rugged ABS space frame chassis utilizes double-wishbone front and trailing arm rear suspension setups in tandem with CVA oil dampers.
• Rear universal drive shafts come with rubber boots to protect them from dust.
• A resin undercover protects the sealed gearbox at the rear of the model.
• 123mm semi-pneumatic lug pattern tires are paired with yellow 1-piece wheels.
• Includes 540 Type motor.
• Includes TBLE-02S ESC. Brushed and brushless motor compatible.
• Requires: 2-channel radio, 7.2volt battery and charger, Tamiya TS plastic paint.
