Data
Model name:
Calsonic Skyline GT-R 2003
Model group:
XB Expert Built series
Kit type:
Factory Built, with Radio
Release date:
07 Jan 2004
Price at release date:
19800 Yen
Type of model:
Touring/GT
Body material:
Polycarbonate
Tamiya presents the Calsonic Skyline in the Expert Built Series. With the growing popularity of ready to run R/C cars, the XB Series has proven to be popular amongst both beginners and experienced drivers. A full range of optional parts allows drivers to customize their cars as they gain more experience and knowledge. Since starting in 1993, the Japan GT Championship continues to grow in popularity world wide. The Championship provides a rare opportunity to see highly modified Japanese sports cars perform at their best as they compete with super cars from Europe, like Ferrari, Lamborghini and Porsche. Packed with the latest Nissan racing technology, the Calsonic Skyline GT-R is one of the top performing teams in the 2003 season. Drivers B. Treluyer and Yuji Ide took the Calsonic Skyline to second place in round 2, followed by a brilliant victory in the heavy rain in round 4. Proving the wonderful performance of the GT-R in all weather conditions.
Specs and Features:
Chassis: ABS Tub
Suspension: 4 Wheel Independent
Damper Type: Plastic coil over friction
Drive Train: Shaft drive
Gear Ratio: 8.35:1
Differential Type: Bevel Gear
Engine: Electric 540
Speed Controller: Electronic Speed Controller (CPR Unit)
Wheels & Tires: 10 Spoke/Radial
Body Type: Polycarbonate Cut & Printed
Caster Angle-F/R: 2deg/0deg
Camber Angle-F/R: 1deg/1deg
Toe Angle-F/R: 0deg/0deg
Differential Gear System: F/R 3-Bevel Diff
Tire Width: F/R both 27mm
Tire Diameter: F/R both 65mm
Tread Pattern: F/R Radial Type
Radio: 2-Channel Pistol (included)
Power Source: 7.2V battery (not included)
Dim's
Tread/track front:
157 mm
Tech
Gear ratio (lowest):
8,35 :1
Parts
All parts according to Tamiya Guide books, Tamiya manuals and Tamiya parts listings.