Tamiya Opel Kadett GT/E (MB-01)
Tamiya Release Date: 29/03/2024
Here is another R/C kit with the MB-01 chassis this time, long wheelbase and midship rear motor / rear wheeldrive (MR). The Opel Kadett GT/E released in 1975 was a high-spec version of the Opel Kadett, a car whichenjoyed great popularity in Europe in the 1970s. The GT/E had a 2-door coupe body, a high-spec 1.9 litre engineand reinforced suspension; the works Opel Eurohndler team, satellite teams and privateers took part in rallyraces with modified versions of this car, and in 1976 it secured second place in the manufacturers championshipin global rally races.
About the Model
- This is a 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 417mm, width: 174mm, height: 138mm. Wheelbase:239mm (Long wheelbase).
- The form of the Opel Kadett GT/E is authentically recreated in lightweight polycarbonate, and the colourscheme of the works Opel Eurohndler team is employed.
- Features 60mm front and rear tires. Use 60D tires when changing tires.
About the MB-01 chassis
The compact, 2WD MB-01 chassis gives a choice of three types of wheelbase, and front- or rear- wheel drivesystem. Without removing battery pack, motor and R/C equipment setups from the centre frame, simply changeattachment directions of final gears and steering linkage to switch between front- and rear-wheel drive; low orhigh motor position can be chosen for rear-wheel drive cars. The 4-wheel double wishbone suspension featuressymmetrical structure and friction dampers. Unitized sections such as motor mount, final gears and suspensionfacilitate ease of assembly and effective maintenance.
