{"product_id":"tam58754","title":"Tamiya 1\/12 Lamborghini Cheetah (2026) RC Kit – 2WD Off-Road with Duralumin Chassis, ESC \u0026 Motor","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tamiya Lamborghini Cheetah returns as a 2026 re-release of the 1\/12 scale electric R\/C assembly kit. It depicts the 1977 Lamborghini Cheetah, an angular, doorless military off-road prototype. The kit includes upgrades over the original to improve performance for today's hobbyists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chassis shares its platform with Tamiya's 1\/12 XR311 Combat Support Vehicle (Item 58004) but has a 10mm shorter wheelbase. It is built on a lightweight, rigid duralumin U-shaped plate. The battery sits lengthwise in the center and the motor is mounted at the rear. Updates for 2026 include semi-pneumatic tires with a flat chevron tread, a duralumin front underguard, and duralumin rear R\/C equipment trays that carry the receiver and ESC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit comes with an ESC and a Torque-Tuned motor. The hard styrene body is molded in PS Desert Yellow and has a detailed interior with a meter panel, seats, a fire extinguisher and a driver figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight, rigid duralumin U-shaped plate chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 adjustable, flat-mounted longitudinal metal torsion bar springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealed gearbox keeps dust and debris out of the drivetrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear-mounted motor with the battery mounted lengthwise in the center\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated semi-pneumatic tires with a flat chevron tread pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable three-piece wheels, each secured with five screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuralumin front underguard, duralumin front and rear body mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuralumin rear R\/C equipment trays for the receiver and ESC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyrene body molded in PS Desert Yellow with detailed interior and driver figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eESC and Torque-Tuned motor included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe torsion bar independent suspension soaks up rough ground while the springs can be tuned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe sealed gearbox protects the gears when running on dirt and gravel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-pneumatic chevron-tread tires give better grip off-road than the original kit's tires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe duralumin underguard protects the front of the chassis from impacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear-mounted electronics trays help balance weight distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is an assembly kit: expect a full build following the Tamiya instruction manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe styrene body is molded in color; detail painting of the interior and figure is optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust the torsion bar springs to suit the running surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuited to backyard, gravel and light off-road driving as well as scale display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for builders with some model-building experience; younger builders should have adult supervision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Tamiya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem No.: 58754\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Electric 2WD off-road assembly kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChassis: Duralumin U-shaped plate (XR311-based, 10mm shorter wheelbase)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive: 2WD, rear motor, sealed gearbox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension: 4-wheel independent double wishbone with metal torsion bar springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotor: Torque-Tuned brushed motor (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eESC: Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTires: Semi-pneumatic, flat chevron tread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheels: Three-piece, five-screw construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Styrene, molded in PS Desert Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 400mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 174mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 140mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Lamborghini Cheetah chassis kit (unassembled)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Styrene body with interior parts, molded in PS Desert Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Driver figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) ESC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Torque-Tuned motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(4) Semi-pneumatic tires with three-piece wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Instruction manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNeeded to Complete\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-channel transmitter and receiver (plus transmitter batteries if required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering servo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery pack compatible with the included ESC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly tools (screwdrivers, side cutters, hobby knife, pliers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint for optional detail painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional: LED light unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSummary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2026 re-release of Tamiya's 1\/12 Lamborghini Cheetah off-road kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuralumin U-shaped chassis, torsion bar double wishbone suspension, sealed gearbox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgrades include new semi-pneumatic tires, a front underguard and rear electronics trays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eESC and Torque-Tuned motor included; 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