Tamiya Lunch Box EVO.

The Tamiya Lunch Box EVO. is a 1/10 scale monster truck kit. 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 390mm long with a 217mm wheelbase.

Tamiya supply an electronic speed controller in the box.

Key specifications

• 1/10 scale RC model assembly kit. Length: 390mm, width: 295mm, height: 220mm. Wheelbase: 217mm. Tread: 228mm
• ABS plastic body-identical to the original
• Tread and wheelbase are 10mm longer compared to the iconic Lunch Box to improve traction and controllability
• Updated suspension features front double wishbone’s and a rear 3-link setup with rigid axles for stable performance
• New equal length steering arm added to front and rear stabilizer
• Strut bar is added at front to enhance chassis rigidity
• 7mm lower body mount provides a lower centre of gravity, which helps stable control
• Body is securely mounted by eight screws
• Features full ball bearings
• Hex wheel hubs are included. Use with 950 ball bearings (sold separately) and change wheel attachment hole sizes to allow attachment of wheels with hex hubs at front and rear

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.