The Tamiya Monster Beetle was a classic R/C phenomenon from the 1980's. After a long absence it is back as an updated assembly kit ready to traverse back yards across the country. The model features a stylized version of the timeless Volkswagen Beetle body, mounted on an all-action 2WD chassis fitted with big tires for rough-and-tumble off-road fun. This updated version promises to be great fun for both beginners and Tamiya R/C kit veterans alike! This re-release version of the Monster Beetle assembly kit features a number of updates while keeping the basic layout of the original off-road car released in 1986. It features a realistic customized Beetle body depicted in tough polystyrene resin, with metal-plated parts supplied in the kit to add the finishing touch for handles and headlight frames. A resin driver figure is the icing on the cake! This hardy model's rear-wheel drive chassis is based around a durable ABS space frame to withstand all-action off-road driving. 4-wheel independent suspension uses CVA oil dampers, and has double wishbone front and trailing arm rear setups. Superlative cushioning and grip are provided by 130mm-diameter, 58mm-width lug pattern pin spike tires on flashy gold colour plated wheels. Efficient and durable universal shafts come with rubber boots. Length: 410 mm. Width: 285 mm. Height: 240 mm. Wheelbase: 247 mm. An ESC (Electronic Speed Controller) is included. Required to complete: two-channel radio control unit, steering servo, 7.2 volt battery & battery charger, and Tamiya TS Paint.