Tamiya Lotus Europa Special (m-06)

Length: 390mm. Image shows painted and assembled kit.

A Special One
The Lotus Europa debuted in 1966, showcasing what was then a revolutionary midship layout, with a lightweight FRP body, and making a global splash thanks in part to its top-class cornering. In 1972, perhaps the finest model in the series was released - the Europa Special with 126hp, 1.6-liter inline-4 engine, optional 5-speed transmission and aluminum wheels. This R/C model assembly kit recreates the Europa Special developed by legendary Lotus founder Colin Chapman. A polycarbonate body captures the sharp, low-slung form in style, with separate parts for light cases, side mirrors and rear wing. Stickers are included for decoration of the model, including depiction of stylish gold pinstripe details.


★The distinctive, low-profile Europa Special form is captured in style by a lightweight polycarbonate body.

★Separate parts are included for headlight cases; they are compatible with separately sold LEDs.

★Dedicated, separately molded plastic depictions of the minimalistic side mirrors add further realism.

★Left: A depiction of an optional rear wing is also included. Stickers are provided for gold pinstripes.

★Right: Dish type wheels are perfect for this classic sports car; treaded semi-pneumatic tires have inserts.

Great RR Performance from the M-06
The M-06 chassis features a rear-mounted motor, rear-drive setup and has a longitudinally-mounted battery pack, with R/C equipment positioned on either side for optimum balance and a low center of gravity. 4-wheel double wishbone suspension uses dish design wheels, equipped with 60D radial tires at the front and 60D super radial (hard) tires at the rear. In addition, a 3-piece steering linkage offers nimble handling response.


★The M-06 chassis' three-piece steering linkage ensures you have great control and direct steering feel.

★A close-up on the independent double wishbone front suspension setup, which employs friction dampers.

★With rear re-assembly, 210mm, 225mm and 239mm wheelbases are possible. This model uses 225mm.

★Left: The rear-mounted motor, rear-wheel drive setup provides the model with excellent traction at the rear.

★Right: A close-up on the rear suspension. Use separately sold pinion gears to achieve different gear ratios.

Specifications
★Length: 390mm, width: 176mm, height: 114mm ★Wheelbase: 225mm ★Tread (front/rear): 138mm ★Rear-motor, rear-wheel drive ★3-bevel differential gear ★3-piece steering tie-rod ★4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension ★Front/rear friction dampers ★Gear ratio = 5.8:1 (using kit-standard 20T pinion) ★Tire width/diameter (front/rear): 25mm/59mm ★Type 540 motor ★Requires an Electronic Speed Controller (sold separately)

Separately Required Items
★2-Channel R/C System w/ESC ★R6/AA/UM3 batteries for transmitter ★Battery pack & charger

Information is current as of January 13, 2021. Specifications are subject to change without notice.