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product_id: 47889936
title: "RC Radio Control Car 1/10 Electric Hornet"
brand: "tamiya"
price: "A$311"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/47889936-rc-radio-control-car-1-10-electric-hornet
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# Powerful RS-540 motor Durable ABS resin chassis Self-build assembly kit RC Radio Control Car 1/10 Electric Hornet

**Brand:** tamiya
**Price:** A$311
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏁 Relive the legend, build your legacy!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** RC Radio Control Car 1/10 Electric Hornet by tamiya
- **How much does it cost?** A$311 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/47889936-rc-radio-control-car-1-10-electric-hornet)

## Best For

- tamiya enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tamiya brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Upgrade Ready:** Compatible with standard 2-channel radio controls and 7.2V batteries—tailor your ride to your style and speed.
- • **Precision Engineering:** Lightweight ABS resin bathtub frame paired with a sealed diff gearbox ensures rugged durability and smooth performance.
- • **Custom Build Experience:** Engage your inner engineer with a hands-on assembly kit that sharpens technical skills and delivers pride of creation.
- • **Classic 1984 Icon Reborn:** Own a piece of R/C history with the legendary Hornet, relaunched for modern thrill-seekers.
- • **Versatile Terrain Master:** High-performance suspension and spiked buggy rear tires conquer dirt tracks and on-road challenges alike.

## Overview

The Tamiya 1/10 Electric Hornet is a self-assembly 2WD off-road buggy kit, featuring a durable ABS resin chassis, powerful RS-540 motor, and advanced suspension system. Perfect for enthusiasts seeking nostalgic thrills or a hands-on technical build, it delivers versatile performance on dirt and road surfaces. Requires separate radio control, servo, battery, and charger for full operation.

## Description

Product Description The revolutionary 1984 2WD off-road buggy is back and more fun than ever before. The Hornet stands as one of Tamiyas most popular R-C cars ever released, helping launch a 2WD R-C buggy boom worldwide. Featuring excellent performance on both dirt and on-road tracks, this awesome buggy can take on any type of terrain. Just like the original, this re-release features an easy to assemble chassis and drivetrain. The Hornet is perfect for those that used to have one, those that have always wanted one, and for those that want a revolutionary buggy that has earned its place in R-C history. Specification;Overall length: 400mm Overall width: 230mm Overall height: 150mm Weight: 874g Solid bathtub frame with side bumpers High performance Type 540 motor Independent swing axle front suspension with friction dampers Rolling rigid axle rear suspension with oil filled dampers Sealed rear gearbox Original 3-piece assembly wheels Straight ribbed racing front tires Spiked buggy rear tires Polycarbonate body shell Reinforced resin bumper. Directions Included P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); Safety Warning WarningNot suitable for children under 3 years See more

Review: Just like I remember from the original, I'm loving revisiting my childhood again. - Saw the kit at a nice price and remembered how I loved my old Hornet so went for it. The only problems I had was the import cost which I had to pay extra when I collected it from the postal depot, and the kit not coming with a speed controller. Building my new kit was as easy as I'd hopped and the excellent quality hasn't changed in over 20 years. There may be modern cars out there but the old ones are still great. Young and old will love it, if you had a Hornet before you'll remember how good it was, if you hadn't you'll enjoy it just the same. Real fun on wheels.
Review: The Hornet - This product is good quality and value for money, i enjoyed building it and now enjoying driving it. The parts are good quality and the instruction manual is easy to use and read. When built it is fast and also great at driving offroad. I just love it.

## Features

- Tamiya branded radio control self-build assembly kit car. Some extra components are required (see below).
- Required to complete: two-channel radio control unit, steering servo, 7.2 volt battery & battery charger, plus assembly tools (ie screwdriver). The kit includes all necessary screws and bolts for assembly. Decal sheet is also included.
- The revolutionary 1984 2WD off-road buggy is back and more fun than ever before! The Hornet stands as one of Tamiya's most popular R/C cars ever released, helping launch a 2WD R/C buggy boom worldwide. Featuring excellent performance on both dirt and on-road tracks, this awesome buggy can take on any type of terrain. Just like the original, this re-release features an easy to assemble chassis and drivetrain consisting of a durable but lightweight ABS resin bathtub frame, diff gear loaded sealed gearbox, oil filled rear dampers, powerful RS 540 motor and high performance suspension system.
- The Hornet is perfect for those that used to have one, those that have always wanted one, and for those that want a revolutionary buggy that has earned its place in R/C history.
- Length: 400 mm. Width: 230 mm. Height: 150mm.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000FG86VO |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 141,088 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 591 in Remote & App-Controlled Cars |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (330) |
| Date First Available | 7 July 2006 |
| Educational Objective(s) | Learning about vehicle assembly, technical skills and basic vehicle knowledge |
| Item model number | 58336 |
| Language | English, French, German, Italian, Spanish |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 12 months - 8 years |
| Material Type(s) | Plastic |
| Number of Game Players | 1 |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 48.26 x 33.17 x 11.28 cm; 1 kg |
| Radio Control Number of Bands | 5 |
| Remote Control Included? | No |
| Scale | 1:10 Scale |
| tech_spec_battery_description_toys | 7.2v NiMH or 7.4v 2S LiPo with Tamiya (molex) connector |

## Images

![RC Radio Control Car 1/10 Electric Hornet - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Xy0eZW46L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What tools do I need to construct it?**
A: Hi there, not many tools required. The kit comes with a box spanner for all the nuts, the only tools you need are various sizes of Phillip's screwdrivers and if I remember correctly, some fine nose pliers. You can get all the tools you need very cheaply but it's always worth spending a little extra for decent quality. Enjoy the build, it will be the start of an addiction.

**Q: What comes in the buggy kit? What extras do we need to buy? C**
A: Hi C you'll need to but a speed controller, batteries and the radio controller including servo's. Also bear in mind you may have to pay import tax if you buy it from Japan like I did. C

**Q: Is this a complete package all I need to do is assemble and drive?**
A: You need to assemble the kit yourself.  You will need to buy the radio gear (transmitter, receiver and 2 servos) come as a package and electronic speed controller, battery and battery recharged.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just like I remember from the original, I'm loving revisiting my childhood again.
*by F***R on 13 April 2014*

Saw the kit at a nice price and remembered how I loved my old Hornet so went for it. The only problems I had was the import cost which I had to pay extra when I collected it from the postal depot, and the kit not coming with a speed controller. Building my new kit was as easy as I'd hopped and the excellent quality hasn't changed in over 20 years. There may be modern cars out there but the old ones are still great. Young and old will love it, if you had a Hornet before you'll remember how good it was, if you hadn't you'll enjoy it just the same. Real fun on wheels.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Hornet
*by A***O on 3 May 2009*

This product is good quality and value for money, i enjoyed building it and now enjoying driving it. The parts are good quality and the instruction manual is easy to use and read. When built it is fast and also great at driving offroad. I just love it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simply great
*by K***N on 9 May 2020*

Absolute classic. Had one 30 years plus ago and wanted to relive my childhood. Great purchase

## Frequently Bought Together

- Tamiya 58336 1/10 RC The Hornet Kit
- Fine Spec 2.4G Electric RC Drive Set (RC Model)
- TAMIYA 300053068 Electric Motor 540 Sport Tuned

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*Last updated: 2026-03-21*