Overview
The Tamiya 1/10 RC Lamborghini Countach 5000S is a limited-edition electric on-road assembly kit that brings the 1982 Countach 5000S back to Tamiya's R/C line-up in 2026. A 1.0mm polycarbonate body reproduces the Countach's wedge shape, with separate white plastic side mirrors and rear wing, and metal-plated light cases.
The body sits on the TT-02, Tamiya's shaft-driven 4WD touring chassis known for easy assembly and stable handling. The kit includes an ESC and a torque-tuned brushed motor; a radio system, steering servo, battery and charger are added by the builder.
The body comes with wheel arches pre-cut and body mount holes pre-made, so preparation is mainly painting and applying the included stickers.
Key Features
- 1.0mm-thick clear polycarbonate Lamborghini Countach 5000S body with wheel arches pre-cut and mount holes pre-made
- Separate white plastic side mirrors and rear wing
- Metal-plated light cases that accept separately sold LED lights
- 5-hole dish wheels with tread-pattern racing radial tires
- Stickers and masking stickers for painting included
- TT-02 shaft-driven 4WD chassis with battery on the left and motor on the right for balanced weight
- Identical left and right suspension arms and uprights for simpler assembly and fewer spares
- Split gear case for easy maintenance
- ESC and torque-tuned brushed motor included
Performance Benefits
- Shaft-driven 4WD gives stable, predictable handling on asphalt and indoor surfaces
- 2 wheelbase settings, 2 ground clearance settings and 2 tread widths let the chassis be set up to suit the body and surface
- 10 selectable gear ratios allow the car to be geared for speed or for tighter tracks
- Torque-tuned motor provides more speed than a standard silver-can motor while remaining beginner-friendly
- TT-02 has a wide range of Tamiya hop-up parts available (bearings, oil dampers, aluminum parts) for later upgrades
Usage Notes
- Assembly kit: the chassis must be built and the clear body painted before running
- Paint the body from the inside with polycarbonate-specific paint (e.g. Tamiya PS series)
- Designed for on-road use on smooth asphalt, concrete or carpet
- Good choice for a first Tamiya build and for scale collectors; limited-edition release
Technical Specs
- Scale: 1/10
- Chassis: Tamiya TT-02
- Drive: Shaft-driven 4WD
- Motor: Torque-tuned brushed motor (included)
- ESC: Included
- Length: 445mm
- Width: 203mm
- Height: 117mm
- Wheelbase: 257mm
- Body: 1.0mm polycarbonate, clear (unpainted)
- Wheels: 5-hole dish type
- Tires: Racing radial tread pattern
- Gear ratio options: 10
- Adjustability: 2 wheelbase, 2 ground clearance and 2 tread settings
What's Included
- (1) Tamiya TT-02 chassis kit (unassembled)
- (1) Lamborghini Countach 5000S clear polycarbonate body with plastic mirrors and rear wing
- (1) Electronic speed controller (ESC)
- (1) Torque-tuned brushed motor
- (4) Wheels with racing radial tires
- (1) Sticker sheet
- (1) Set of masking stickers
- (1) Instruction manual
Needed to Complete
- 2-channel (or more) transmitter and receiver
- Standard-size steering servo
- Battery pack (Tamiya-type 7.2V Ni-MH or 7.4V 2S LiPo; check ESC compatibility)
- Battery charger to suit the battery
- AA batteries for the transmitter (if required by the radio)
- Polycarbonate spray paint for the body (e.g. Tamiya PS series)
- Tools: Phillips screwdrivers, needle-nose pliers, side cutters, hobby knife, curved scissors for body trimming
- Optional: Tamiya LED light unit for the light cases
Summary
- Limited-edition 1/10 Lamborghini Countach 5000S on the shaft-driven 4WD TT-02 chassis
- Includes ESC and torque-tuned motor; add radio, servo, battery, charger and paint
- 445mm long with a 257mm wheelbase and adjustable wheelbase, ride height and tread
