Item# 18105

Jr The Grasshopper Jr.

Vz Chassis

Sale Price: $12.70 MSRP: $12.70

The Grasshopper, which first made its debut as a 1/10 scale R/C kit in 1984, now appears as The Grasshopper Jr. in the Racing Mini 4WD Series on the VZ chassis to ... Learn more

Jr The Grasshopper Jr.

  1. Description

    The Grasshopper, which first made its debut as a 1/10 scale R/C kit in 1984, now appears as The Grasshopper Jr. in the Racing Mini 4WD Series on the VZ chassis to celebrate the 40th anniversary. Carried over from the 1/10 R/C kit, this kit has The Grasshopper’s slim form inspired by a 1-seater buggy and features a color scheme with green and red lines on a white base.

    VZ Chassis
    The VZ chassis is a compact and lightweight design that features reinforced designs for bumper, rear stay base and more ensuring that it has the durability and flexibility to withstand racing accidents. It is also a rather adaptable unit that lets its owner make numerous updates to the setup. Low friction 620 plastic bearings are molded in POM and maximize drive efficiency, while the chassis and A parts are molded in ABS. This chassis features a gear ratio of 3.5:1.

    • Mini 4WD model assembly kit. Length: 158mm, width: 98mm, height: 45mm.
    • The compact, lightweight VZ chassis and A parts are molded in black ABS plastic.
    • The Grasshopper's slim form is scaled down into a Mini 4WD body molded in white ABS plastic.
    • White polypropylene wheels are paired with large-diameter slick black tires.
    • Low-friction POM 620 plastic bearings (black) give smooth rotation.
    • Includes a Type 130 motor. The model features a 4.2:1 gear ratio.
    • Two AA batteries are required (sold separately).
    • A wide range of Grade-Up Parts is available separately to customize your car.

    Parts Description
  2. Specifications

    • Adjustable Gear Ratio Fixed
    • Bearings Plastic bushing
    • Body Material ABS Plastic
    • Body Stickers Included
    • Chassis Material ABS Plastic
    • Chassis Type VZ
    • Construction Type Assembly Kit
    • Drive Type 4WD
    • Motor 130-Size
    • Required To Complete Two AA Batteries
    • Scale 1/32
    • Terrain Use Mini 4WD Track
  3. Paints Needed

    The colors below are the paints called out in the assembly manual of the model kit. All spray can paints (AS, TS and PS) are available in 100ml.

    1. Acrylic Mini X-11Chrome Silver
      Acrylic Mini X-11Chrome Silver Item# 81511 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
    2. Acrylic Mini X-18 Semi Gl Blk
      Acrylic Mini X-18 Semi Gl Blk Item# 81518 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
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