This kit is due Spring/Summer 2024 and is open for pre-order now. We do not at this time have any sort of firm date. Limited numbers may come in the first batch - pre-ordering is recommended to improve your chance. Note: When you pre-order, you do not pay until release (unless you want to) but you must supply a valid card during checkout so that we can charge you when the model arrives.
As with all Tamiya kits, supply cannot be guaranteed as deliveries are often cut short by the manufacturer due to worldwide demand, please use the PRE-ORDER payment system with your credit or debit card, rather than paying by Paypal or Credit Card (Pay Now) options for this. Note also, Tamiya kits do not come shrink wrapped in the UK or Japan.
Pro specification level R/C rally driving now comes to our M-Chassis size vehicle offerings! This shaft-driven 4WD chassis assembly kit (M-chassis size) features three types of wheelbases, new suspension components and a polycarbonate chassis cover. Just pick your favorite Tamiya M-chassis size rally body and you’re ready to take on dirt!
Key chassis features
• Comes with two 39T differential gears and one 40T differential gear for adjustment of front and rear drive balance.
• Use 39T gear (w/15T gear) on the front and 40T gear (w/15T gear) on the rear for drive balance bias to front and vice-versa for drive balance bias to rear.
• Features a longitudinal upright battery pack position in the center-left for optimum balance.
• Front bumper with skid angle contributes to reduced surface contact.
• Aluminum dampers included.
• M-Chassis 11-spoke racing wheels (Item 51394) are paired with 60D rally block tires (Item 51427).
• Front and rear universal drive shafts included for optimum drive efficiency.
• Compatible with center diff setup and separately sold slipper clutch.
• Select Hop-Up Option parts for the XV-02 PRO chassis kit can be used with the XM-01.
• Low-profile servo is recommended. (Standard size servo can be used, but it meets the front inside polycarbonate cover.)
• Required to complete: 2-channel radio, low-profile servo, ESC, 540 size motor, M-chassis size body, 7.2-7.4volt battery with compatible charger.
Pricing Note: We have priced this kit above, as we do the whole range, assuming that you will not require the standard ESC unit. If you would like the kit with the ESC included, simply add the Carson Dragster or Tamiya Hobbywing ESC from the drop down below - which adds £15-£18 to the total. Note also, Tamiya kits do not come shrink wrapped in the UK or Japan. The box sticker may state "ESC Included" whether you order it with or without this unit.
Options Explained
Bearing Upgrade: These make the car run more smoothly and are easily installed during assembly. If there is no option for these shown, then the kit already includes the bearing upgrade as standard. These are entirely optional.
Radio System: There is a choice of a TWIN STICK (Traditional) radio or a Steering Wheel (Modern) radios. All operate on 2.4Ghz and use the new Crystal-Free technology, so you can run multiple cars at the same time without any interference. All radios chosen from this page will include a steering servo as these are not included in the kit itself.
ESC: This is the connection between the radio system and the motor. You have several choices. The standard Tamiya unit is currently unavailable due to the chip shortage, so Tamiya are offering a choice of a Tamiya Hobbywing or Carson Dragster (Tamiya Germany) units. Where a model number is shown (e.g. 20 or 15) that is the motor capacity of the unit - the lower the number, the more powerful a motor you can install later. All work with the motor in the kit.
Battery: The higher the number, the longer the run time.
Charger: Charge time is proportional to the battery you choose. Some examples - for the 1800 battery (others will take longer) - USB charger takes around 4 hours, Mid Speed around 2 to 3 hours, Etronix Fast Charger can be as quick as 30 minutes in the house and Ansmann Delta also around 30 minutes (and also works in the car).
