Tamiya BBX BB-01

The Tamiya BBX BB-01 is a 2WD buggy kit, built on Tamiya’s BB-01 chassis. It arrives as a box of parts rather than a finished car, so you assemble the chassis, fit the electronics and paint or trim the body before the first run.

Finished, it measures 414mm long with a 283mm wheelbase. The body is polycarbonate, so it takes knocks better than a hard shell.

Tamiya supply a 540 motor and an electronic speed controller in the box.

Key specifications

• This is a 1/10 RC assembly kit. Length: 414mm, height: 136mm, width: 233mm. Wheelbase: 283mm
• The classically designed 0.7mm thick polycarbonate body is designed by Atsushi Arino, and is split into three sections to recreate the tapered lower shape of the actual Utility Vehicle
• Newly designed 2WD chassis is based on the one-piece monocoque frame and roll cage to allow use of realistic bodies
• The BB-01 chassis also employs new front double wishbone suspension with A-shaped arms and rear trailing arm suspension with long trailing arms which are inspired by UTVs and give great performance
• The 2WD chassis with rear motor features rear-positioned engine inspired by the same layout of the actual vehicles, and allows great rear traction
• The four wheel double wishbone suspension system uses CVA oil dampers for superlative performance, and new front/rear aluminium aeration dampers for great performance and jazzy look
• TA06 rear differential allows use of wealth of Grade-Up parts
• Features full ball bearings and universal drive shaft
• Rear roll cage can be removed by detaching screws, which ensures ease of maintenance around motor
• New metal-plated beadlock type wheels are paired with new large-diameter tyres

Tamiya kits are designed to be built with hand tools and a clear manual, which is what makes them a common first build as well as a shelf favourite.