{"product_id":"kyosho-javelin-30618-1-10-4wd-buggy-kit","title":"Kyosho Javelin 30618 1\/10 4WD Electric Racing Buggy Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKyosho Javelin 30618 1\/10 4WD Electric Racing Buggy Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kyosho Javelin returns as the sixth model in the Kyosho Vintage Series, recreating the distinctive pipe-frame styling of the original 1986 electric off-road competition buggy. Its resin roll cage recalls the aluminium pipe-frame design of the 1\/8 Land Jump, while the narrow backbone chassis, double-wishbone suspension and updated drivetrain accommodate modern power systems. Both chain-drive and belt-drive 4WD systems are included, giving you a choice of drivetrain when building the kit. Radio equipment, motor, ESC and battery are required separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNylon pipe-frame roll cage with an aluminium roof plate secured by screws, plus a heavy-duty aluminium inner roll bar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow aluminium backbone chassis with suspension geometry designed for wide steering angles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice of sealed-compartment chain-drive 4WD or belt-drive 4WD, both included as standard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e48-pitch drivetrain with nylon and sintered-alloy gearing to reduce drive loss and noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetallic counter gear with slipper function, metal final gear case and an adjustable slipper clutch to protect against sudden loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6061-T6 aluminium chassis, shock stays and plates, with countersunk screws for a flush finish and reduced nut count.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-stroke nylon double-wishbone suspension with aluminium oil shocks and stainless-steel shafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear toe adjustment of 0°, 1° or 2° using interchangeable hub-carrier bushings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium hexagonal wheel hubs secured with set screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull ball bearings: 18 for the belt-drive configuration or 16 for chain drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFRP radio plate for ESC mounting and a KYOSHO-logo hook-and-loop battery strap for easy battery fitting and removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforced nylon wing and separate chassis-mounted wing stay, with insert-nut pedestals and body clips for secure mounting and maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal-style one-piece chrome dish wheels with revised tyre compound and increased pin count.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHex-head fasteners for straightforward assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKyosho\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel \/ part number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJavelin \/ 30618 (KYO-30618)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScale\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4WD; chain or belt drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnassembled kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e403mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e240mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWheelbase\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e260mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFront track width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e204mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRear track width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e204mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 1,700g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTyres (front and rear)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e86mm diameter × 40mm width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e540 class, sold separately; 20T–27T recommended in the original requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGear ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.24:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGear pitch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48-pitch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShock cylinder outside diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12mm, increased from the original 10mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRear toe settings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0°, 1° or 2°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBall bearings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 with belt drive; 16 with chain drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnassembled Javelin kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChain-drive and belt-drive systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate helmet and polycarbonate body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge original-style bumper and mini racing bumper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eL-shaped hex wrench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross wrench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShock wrench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShock oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequired to Run (Sold Separately)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-channel RC system with one servo and one ESC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e540-class motor, with 20T–27T recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable motor battery and compatible ESC; verify battery chemistry and voltage against the manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible battery charger; a stable 12V power supply is required when using a DC charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmitter batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly tools as needed: 1.5mm, 2.0mm and 3.0mm hex drivers, needle-nose pliers, wire cutters, box cutter and a Phillips screwdriver for servo-horn replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original requirements also list the optional Kyosho 82140 EP Starter Pack, comprising KT-231P, KR-331, VORTEX WP45A and G2X motor equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details and Original Pictures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"technical-image-01\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rc.kyosho.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/catalog\/product\/30618\/1.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nylon pipe frame and aluminium roof form the roll-cage structure. A large bumper follows the original design, while the included mini bumper provides a racing alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"technical-image-02\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rc.kyosho.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/catalog\/product\/30618\/2.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large reinforced-nylon wing mounts on a separate chassis-mounted stay rather than directly on the roll cage. Body clips simplify maintenance. Its mounting position matches the Scorpion series, allowing the smaller Scorpion wing to be installed. The wing stay can also be used with the Optima with trimming of the polycarbonate body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"technical-image-03\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rc.kyosho.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/catalog\/product\/30618\/3.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth drivetrain options are supplied. The original 1986 Javelin used chain drive with belt drive offered separately; this Vintage Series kit includes both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"technical-image-04\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rc.kyosho.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/catalog\/product\/30618\/4.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adjustable slipper clutch helps protect the drivetrain from sudden loads such as jump landings and can be tuned for different surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"technical-image-05\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rc.kyosho.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/catalog\/product\/30618\/5.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6061-T6 aluminium is used for the main chassis, shock stays and plates. Countersunk flat-head and tapping screws provide a flush finish and reduce the number of nuts required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"technical-image-06\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rc.kyosho.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/catalog\/product\/30618\/6.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oil shocks retain the original appearance while adding stainless-steel front and rear shafts and aluminium cylinders enlarged from 10mm to 12mm outside diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"technical-image-07\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rc.kyosho.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/catalog\/product\/30618\/7.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShock-resistant nylon double-wishbone suspension combines long travel with the updated oil shocks for durability and running stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"technical-image-08\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rc.kyosho.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/catalog\/product\/30618\/8.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplaceable rear hub-carrier bushings provide 0°, 1° and 2° toe settings. Aluminium hexagonal wheel hubs use set-screw fastening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"technical-image-09\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rc.kyosho.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/catalog\/product\/30618\/9.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRevised tyre compound and increased pin count update the original tyre design. Lightweight one-piece chrome dish wheels retain the classic styling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kyosho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50523356528809,"sku":"KYO-30618","price":549.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/0533\/7513\/files\/KYO-30618.jpg?v=1791348182","url":"https:\/\/techtonichobbies.com.au\/products\/kyosho-javelin-30618-1-10-4wd-buggy-kit","provider":"Techtonic Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}