Tamiya's new M-05 Version II R chassis kit

0 April 7, 2016, 5:49 p.m.

By Aaron Waldron
LiveRC.com

New from Tamiya America:
www.tamiyausa.com

Tamiya RC M-05 Ver.II R Chassis Kit - M05-V2
#84424, $313

This is a refined, race-spec version of the popular M-05 Ver.II PRO chassis. It features new, dedicated M-Chassis double-cardan drive shafts, plus a number of option parts including TRF short aluminum dampers. Numerous aluminum parts in the kit have a cool black anodized finish to make the R-Spec version stand out!

The M-05 chassis, which was released in 2009, has been a favorite platform for M-chassis club racers for years. The Version 2 tweaks the proven M-05 with enhancements that take advantage of new battery technologies as well as tried and true suspension adjustments used in many of Tamiya's touring car platforms. Furthermore, it features a number of upgrades, to improve balance and lower the chassis' center of gravity, making it a highly drivable FWD radio control car.

Featured Components

M-Chassis Double-Cardan Drive Shafts (universals)
M-05 Lightweight Aluminum Battery Holders (Black)
Aluminum Motor Mount (Black)
M-05 Aluminum Turnbuckle Steering Rod (Black)
M-05Ra Chassis Uprights
Hex Screws
M-05 Aluminum Steering Posts (Black)
M-05 Aluminum Servo Mount (Black)

Included Hop-Up-Option Parts

54179 M-05 Ball Bearing Set
54277 M-Chassis Reinforced Gear Set
54409 3x14mm Low Friction Step Screw (4pcs.)
54613 M-05 Ver.II Stainless Steel Sus Shaft Set
54237 M-05 Low Friction King Pin (4pcs.)
54319 M-Chassis Lightweight Hollow Shaft Set
54606 M-05 Ver.II 1-Piece Lower Suspension Arm Set
51000 Hi-Torque Servo Saver (Black)

Specifications:
Scale: 1/10
Construction type: Assembly kit
Terrain use: On-Road
Drive-train: 2WD FWD
Drive type: Gearbox
Drive line: Universal
Differential type: Gear
Suspension: Fully independent double wishbone
Steering mechanism: Bell-crank
Shock damper: Oil-filled damper
Shock damper material: Aluminum
Tire type: Not included
Tire tread: N/A
Body material: Not included
Chassis material: Plastic
Electronic Speed Control (ESC): Not included
ESC model: N/A
LED Light buckets: No
LED lights: No
Motor: Not included
Bearings: Sealed ball bearing
Adjustable camber: Fixed
Adjustable toe angles: Front only
Adjustable ground clearance: Yes
Adjustable gear ratio: Yes
Adjustable wheelbase: Yes
Adjustable track width: Fixed
Adjustable shock angle: Fixed

Special features:

Newly-designed M-Chassis double cardan drive shafts minimize power loss.
TRF short dampers give superb cushioning and maximize chassis traction.
M-05Ra type uprights ensure that the chassis has optimized cornering characteristics.
Hex screws are employed for secure attachment of parts.
Compatible with square-shaped battery packs & low-profile servos.
Combination of black anodized metal parts and dark plastic molded parts.

Requires: