Tamiya Porsche 956 (without ESC) - 47508

The Porsche 956 is a sporty prototype that was developed with the start of the Group C regulations for the 1982 World Endurance Championship.

In the same year, he won both the Manufacturers' and Drivers' Championships. This kit recreates the 1983 Le Mans version of the factory Porsche 956, which won all seven races. (Please note that some lettering has been changed became.)

About the model

- This is a 1/10 scale R/C model kit. Length: 483mm, width: 207mm, height: 108mm. Wheelbase: 270mm.

- The distinctive long-tail body, the front and rear headlight housings and the wing are cast separately from polycarbonate.

(Please note that LED lights cannot be installed).

- With side mirrors and wing struts made of black ABS plastic.

- The chassis is the same as that of article 47484 1/10 R/C 1990 Mercedes-Benz C 11.

- The chassis is based on an ABS plastic tub with spaceframes at the front and rear and GRP panels. The chassis is a composite construction that provides a rigid base for the fluid suspension: the result is a crisp, responsive ride.

- The model is powered by a sport-tuned engine and has a direct drive with the spur gear located next to the ball differential.

- It has an independent coil spring kingpin suspension at the front, while the rear rigid suspension is a 3-point design with a 1.5mm thick GRP T-beam and CVA oil damper. The ground clearance is adjustable (front: 2 settings, rear: 3 settings) depending on the road surface.

- The wheels with dish (front) and 5 spokes (rear) are fitted with non-slip foam rubber tires. (The wheels must be painted.)

Required for correct operation of the model:

• remote control with receiver
• Tamiya 540 engine
• Electronic speed controller
• steering servo (low profile)
• Battery NiMh or Lipo Pack 7.2-8.4V
• charger
• paint for Lexan body