Tamiya Grasshopper 1/10 Off-Road 2WD Buggy Kit

Tamiya Grasshopper – Legendary Chassis with Iconic Body

The Tamiya Grasshopper Off-Road Buggy Kit is an iconic model and was the “first kit” owned by many modern dayenthusiasts. The Grasshopper first made its appearance in R/C stores in 1984 and was based on the singleseat buggies seen tearing-up dirt tracks across the U.S. in the 80’s. Easy to assemble and easy to drive,the lightweight Grasshopper was an instant hit. Packed with all the fantastic features found on the originalkit, this fun 2WD buggy is a blast on both off-road and on-road tracks.

About The Grasshopper

ABS Hard Body

The ABS body comes in unpainted white and is ready to receive your own paint job and selected decals. Thebody also allows for depictions of a roll cage and large light pods. Experienced hobby enthusiasts will lovethe attention to detail added around driver figure while entry level enthusiasts will love the ease ofassembly.

Performance Drivetrain

The perfect combination of simple assembly and tough exterior is what made the Grasshopper so special.The durable plastic body is fastened to a bathtub resin monocoque chassis by screws, creating a solid frame thatcan absorb any type of rough handling. Off-road tracks can be tackled with ease thanks to coil springdampers, and independent swing axle front and rigid axle rear suspension. A sealed gearbox keeps the dirtand stones out of the differential and gears for smooth driving and cornering. Paddle style rear tires andgrooved front tires combined with 3-piece assembly type wheels provide excellent grip on dirt tracks.

Included Electronics

This kit includes a potent Hobbywing 1060 Brushed ESC and a 380-size brushed motor. The compact ESC boastsextreme performance, complemented by a built-in capacitor module for efficient power delivery. Withexceptional current endurance capability, easily configurable parameters using ESC jumpers, and automaticthrottle range calibration for user-friendly setup, the Quicrun 1060 stands out. Its impressive built-in BECoutput capacity, built-in capacitor, and IP-67 waterproof rating further elevate its reliability, making ita top-tier choice for enthusiasts seeking optimal performance in their RC adventures.

Features:

• Durable plastic body
• Rear wheel drive chassis
• Independent swing axle front and rigid axle rear suspension
• Durable friction dampers
• Sealed gearbox is equipped with a gear differential
• Paddle style rear tires and grooved front tires
• Includes a HobbyWing THW 1060 Brushed Motor ESC (2-3S) with Tamiya Connector
• Includes a 380-type motor

Connector Information

When upgrading to a high current LiPo battery, it is recommended to also upgrade your battery connector.We recommend using an XT60 or T-Style connector for this application. Please check out the video below tolearn how to solder on a T-Style connector.

Includes:

• (1) Grasshopper 1/10 Off-Road 2WD Buggy Kit
• (1) 1060 Hobbywing ESC with Tamiya Connector
• (1) 380 Motor
• Manual

Needed To Complete:

• 2 Channel Radio System
• (1) Standard or Low-profile Steering servo
• (1) 7.2V NiMh Battery with Tamiya Connector
• Compatible Charger
• Paint for Body

Recommended to Complete:

EcoPower 110T Servo

$39.99

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Gens Ace 2S NiMH Battery (7.4V/3000mAh)

$22.99

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EcoPower NiMH Battery Charger with Tamiya Connector

$24.99

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Sanwa MX-6 Transmitter with Receiver

$109.99

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Specifications:

*NOTE: RC Kits are an unassembled Remote Control Model that require assembly, racerselected electronics, and other racer provided items. Photos of assembled kit are for illustrative purposesonly. For a complete list of needed items to drive this kit please see the list above.

Manuals:

User Manual

This product was added to our catalog on March 16, 2022

Barry Pope Verified Owner Saturday, Jul 2 2022 (about 3 years ago) Tamiya Grasshopper 1/10 Off-Road 2WD Buggy Kit Great kit and a fun build. Perfect 3s setup out of the box quick!! I wish we would have had lipo’s back in 1984!! 2 customers found this review helpful. David Vasta Verified Owner Friday, Jul 11 2025 (3 months ago) Tamiya Grasshopper 1/10 Off-Road 2WD Buggy Kit I mean it’s a Tamiya Grasshopper…the source of all my problems. The car I feel in love with as a kid in the 80s and was the only car I could afford. This is the launching point, the genesis! Love this thing. Paul Lubic Iii Verified Owner Thursday, Aug 1 2024 (about a year ago) Tamiya Grasshopper 1/10 Off-Road 2WD Buggy Kit Been wanting to build a Tamiya Grasshopper since the 80’s. Overall went well. Replaced speed control, motor, spur gear and pinion for brushless. Waiting on tamiya pinion order with steering connectors from manufacturer. These are expected. Very pleased with build! Looking to the frog next! Timmy Klatte Saturday, Mar 30 2024 (about a year ago) Tamiya Grasshopper 1/10 Off-Road 2WD Buggy Kit This is the best beginner buggy ever. After you build it, especially with bearings, you’ll definitely keep it-even if you buy more kits. It’s just a blast to bash around the dirt with it. Some people like to put oil shocks on them-but it doesn’t really change the performance a whole lot. The Grasshopper 2 is made for shock upgrades. The stock 380 motor is good for a kid for his first build and to get used to driving a buggy-but moving up to a stock 540 silver can is the best overall motor for this thing. Anything more powerful is just overkill in my opinion. And I’ve tried a Sport Tuned 540-it just makes the thing spin donuts all the time-but, hey, if that’s your thing, have at it!!! This buggy will get you hooked on R/C, that’s for sure. Jeff Benson Verified Owner Sunday, Feb 26 2023 (about 2 years ago) Tamiya Grasshopper 1/10 Off-Road 2WD Buggy Kit I purchased my first Grasshopper in 2018. It’s more of a shelf queen. My brother-in-law gave me his but the suspension was modified, it had the plastic bushings, and didn’t have the Grasshopper tires on it . It was difficult to replace the OEM parts because they weren’t available or the manual didn’t correspond with Amain Hobbies or Tamiya’s parts listing so I purchased another one. I installed a brushless system (Hobbywing EZ Run 3300kv combo) in it. It’s fast! It’ll be an attraction vehicle (run it once in awhile to show off old school buggy with modern electronics and battery) and maybe try it at the outdoor track. Just to make sure things ran smoothly, I purchased Fast Eddy’s bearing kit for it. View all reviews