Description
Overview
The Tamiya Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II (1991) RC assembly kit recreates one of DTM's most legendary homologation specials. This 1/10 scale model depicts car number 8 that competed in the German Touring Car Championship in 1991, contributing to Mercedes-Benz's Maker and Team Championship titles that season. The 190E Evo II stands as a masterpiece of motorsport engineering, crafted to meet DTM homologation standards with only 502 units ever built for road use.
Built on Tamiya's versatile TT-02 shaft-driven 4WD chassis, this kit captures the aggressive wide-body form of the modified 4-door sedan with its distinctive front lip spoiler, pronounced overfenders, and iconic rear wing. Separately molded metal-plated parts recreate the three-pointed star emblem on the bonnet and the front grille for exceptional scale detail. Silver color dish wheels paired with semi-pneumatic slick tires complete the authentic DTM touring car appearance for display or spirited on-road driving.
Key Features
- 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit with 445mm length, 184mm width, 137mm height
- Authentic 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II DTM body
- Boxy 4-door sedan form captured in polycarbonate
- Metal-plated three-pointed star emblem for bonnet
- Metal-plated front grille for scale realism
- Separately molded plastic side mirrors with plated mirror surfaces
- Two-part rear wing design
- TT-02 shaft-driven 4WD chassis with longitudinal layout
- Silver color dish wheels with semi-pneumatic slick tires
- Resin ball links for smooth steering motion
- Brake disc-shaped wheel hubs
- 540 Torque Tuned motor included
- Hobbywing THW 1060 ESC included
- Comprehensive sticker sheets for body decoration
Performance Benefits
- Excellent stability from balanced shaft-driven 4WD layout
- Battery on left, motor on right for optimal weight distribution
- 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension
- Front and rear friction dampers for predictable handling
- 4-bevel plastic differentials for smooth cornering
- 3-piece steering tie-rod with resin ball links
- Highly adaptable with 10 possible gear ratio configurations
- 2 wheelbase options, 2 ground clearance settings, 2 tread setups
- Motor cover with removable cooling duct
Usage Notes
Designed for on-road driving on smooth paved surfaces including parking lots, driveways, and RC tracks. The semi-pneumatic slick tires provide excellent grip on tarmac. The TT-02 chassis is beginner-friendly and highly customizable with extensive hop-up parts availability. Plastic bushings can be upgraded to ball bearings for improved performance. Recommended for builders ages 14 and up. Body requires painting with Tamiya PS polycarbonate spray paints.
Technical Specs
- Scale: 1/10
- Length: 445mm
- Width: 184mm
- Height: 137mm
- Wheelbase: 257mm
- Tire Size: 27mm width × 67mm diameter
- Frame: Bathtub-type
- Drive: Shaft-driven 4WD
- Chassis: TT-02
- Body Material: Polycarbonate
- Motor: 540-Type Torque Tuned brushed
- ESC: Hobbywing THW 1060 (2-3S compatible)
- Suspension: 4-wheel independent double wishbone
- Dampers: Friction type front and rear
- Differentials: 4-bevel plastic front and rear
- Gear Ratio: 8.27:1 (9 additional ratios available)
- Bearings: Plastic bushing (upgradeable)
- Manufacturer: Tamiya
- Item Number: 58752
What's Included
- Complete unassembled TT-02 chassis kit
- Polycarbonate Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evo II body (clear)
- Metal-plated three-pointed star emblem
- Metal-plated front grille
- Separately molded side mirrors with plated surfaces
- Two-part rear wing
- Silver color dish wheels (4)
- Semi-pneumatic slick tires (4)
- Sticker sheets for body decoration
- Window masking tape
- 540-Type Torque Tuned brushed motor
- Hobbywing THW 1060 electronic speed controller
- Comprehensive instruction manual
Needed to Complete
- 2-channel radio system (transmitter and receiver)
- Standard-size steering servo
- 7.2V-7.4V battery pack (NiMH or 2S LiPo)
- Compatible battery charger
- AA batteries for transmitter
- Tamiya PS polycarbonate spray paints
- Basic assembly tools (screwdrivers, pliers, hobby knife)
Summary
The Tamiya Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evo II 1991 TT-02 brings legendary DTM championship heritage to the versatile TT-02 4WD platform. With its aggressive wide-body styling, metal-plated scale details, included motor and ESC, this kit perfectly captures one of touring car racing's most iconic homologation specials. Perfect for DTM enthusiasts, Mercedes-Benz collectors, and RC hobbyists seeking a detailed build with proven chassis performance and extensive upgrade potential.