Data

Chassis data

Chassis name:

3-Speed

Chassis type:

Ladder frame

Scale:

1/10

Chassis release date:

01 Nov 1981

Motor position:

Front

Drive configuration:

4WD

Driveline:

3 speed gear box

Motor size:

540

Wheelbase:

287 mm

The 3-speed chassis was a revolution when it was released in 1981. The all-metal chassis, the scale realism and the selectable, while driving, 3-speed gear box had never been seen before. The motor and gear box is placed in the front and the water proof radio box is in the rear. The front suspension, with free-wheeling hubs in front, are suspended by leaf springs, as is the rear. No dampers were included, but SRB dampers could be fitted as an option. Particularly the Hilux suffered from the hard leaf-springs. With the plastic (!) inserts in the tires the ride became very bouncy. The Blazer improved on that a little with the foam filled tires.