This is a R/C recreation of the Opel Calibra V6 that took part in the 1994 running of the Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM) series. Entered by Joest Racing, the car was powered by a 2.5-liter V6 engine and piloted among others by former Formula One champion Keke Rosberg. The Limited-Edition kit is an exact re-release of the original as it appeared in the mid-1990s.
TA-02 Chassis:
The proven TA02 bath-tub chassis provides shaft-driven 4WD. 4-wheel double wishbone suspension is fitted with CVA oil dampers. Enclosed front and rear gear cases have built-in diff gears, with a ball differential in the rear.
1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 448mm, width: 185mm, height: 131mm. Wheelbase: 260mm.
Polycarbonate body, with separate parts recreating the side mirrors, wiper arms and rear wing.
The model utilizes the shaft-driven 4WD TA02 chassis, which is based around a durable bathtub frame.
Openable gearboxes house a front 3-bevel gear differential and rear ball differential.
The TA02 features 4-wheel double wishbone suspension and CVA shock-dampers for smooth, responsive handling.
White mesh type wheels are paired with slick tires.
Included in the kit are two big sticker sheets to recreate the various sponsors and other markings, plus masking stickers for use in the paint process.
Includes 540-brushed type motor.
Includes NEW TBLE-04S ESC. Compatible with brushless motors (sensored) of 21.5 turns and higher, and Tamiya brushed motors 25 turns and over.
Requires: 2-channel radio, steering servo, 7.2-7.4volt battery pack and compatible charger, and Tamiya PS polycarbonate paint for the body. NOTE: Battery pack must have the round stick pack form factor. Square shaped Li-Ion batteries do not fit the battery compartment.