Tamiya 47495 2003 Ford Focus RS Custom Painted (TT-02)

Tamiya 47495 2003 Ford Focus RS Custom Painted (TT-02)

This R/C model assembly kit recreates the rally oriented 2003 Ford Focus RS Custom on the easy to assemble and drive TT-02 chassis. In 2003, the Ford Motor Co. Team chief engineer Christian Loriaux made various changes to the Focus such as seat position, roll cage and suspension, and improved aerodynamics with the updated bumper shape, hood intake position and large rear wing and more. The 2-liter inline-4 turbo engine was capable of 300PS and 550Nm. This rally car secured second place in the Manufacturer ranking four times during its 7-year race campaign and showed off its strength. This kit recreates a custom street version without sponsor logos.

TT-02: Adaptable, balanced shaft driven 4WD
The shaft-driven 4WD TT-02 chassis employs a longitudinal layout with the battery on the left and the motor on the right, to give excellent stability. In addition, it features identical left and right suspension arms and uprights for ease of assembly, plus easy-to-maintain gearboxes. It is a highly adaptable chassis, as it offers 2 different wheelbases, 2 ground clearance settings and 2 tread set-ups in addition to a range of 10 possible gear ratios. It is not short on looks either, with brake disc-shaped wheel hubs and stylish front bumper supports.

Specifications

Wheelbase: 257mm
Tire Width/Diameter: 27/69mm (Front & Rear)
Bathtub-type Frame
Shaft-Driven 4WD
Front/Rear 4-Bevel Resin Differentials
3-Piece Steering Tie-Rod
4-Wheel Double Wishbone Suspension
Front/Rear Friction Dampers
Gear Ratio = 9.58:1 (9 further ratios from 11.38:1 to 7.28:1 possible with use of separately-sold pinions)
Torque Tuned 540 Motor
Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) included
Required for completion; 2 Channel Radio System, 1 Servo, Battery and Charger, Tools for assembly.