Kyosho Optima Mid 30622 1/10 4WD Electric Racing Buggy Kit
Kyosho Optima Mid 30622 1/10 4WD Electric Racing Buggy Kit
Recreate a milestone in off-road RC racing with the Kyosho Optima Mid, the tenth model in the Kyosho Vintage Series. Its prototype made an impressive debut at the 1987 World Electric Off-Road Car Championships in England, taking five of the ten A-Main qualifying positions and finishing second. This kit recreates the original midship-motor layout and body styling, with updates for modern electronics and power systems. Assembly and separately purchased running equipment are required.
Key Features
- Belt-driven 4WD system with an adjustable belt tensioner for smooth, efficient power delivery.
- Midship motor position centrally locates heavy components on the chassis.
- Aluminium main chassis with countersunk hex screws for a flat underside.
- FRP front and rear shock stays inspired by the Turbo Optima Mid.
- Gold-anodised oil shocks with dial adjustment for ride-height tuning.
- Front suspension arms with stabiliser-end mounting holes and updated material for strength.
- Moulded resin belt cover replaces the original vacuum-formed design to improve protection from dirt and dust and simplify assembly.
- 48-pitch pinion and 82T spur gear, with optional 78T and 80T spur-gear settings; gearing corresponds with the ULTIMA RB7.
- Reinforced adjustable slipper clutch supports brushless power systems; settings can be tuned using the ULTIMA RB slipper sheet.
- Battery holder accommodates different battery types and includes a KYOSHO-logo hook-and-loop fastener.
- Wheels recreate the original Optima Mid design, with tyres shared with the Turbo Optima.
- Reinforced nylon rear wing shared with the Javelin, offering three mounting angles.
- Original-style body, decals and blister packaging recreate the vintage presentation.
- Optional tuning and upgrade parts allow further customisation.
Specifications
| Brand | Kyosho |
|---|---|
| Model / part number | Optima Mid / 30622 (KYO-30622) |
| Scale | 1/10 |
| Drive | Belt-driven 4WD |
| Power / motor position | Electric / midship |
| Assembly | Kit, assembly required |
| Length | 375mm |
| Width | 244mm |
| Height | 142mm |
| Wheelbase | 255mm |
| Track width (front / rear) | 208mm / 208mm |
| Tyres (front / rear) | 82mm diameter × 36mm width |
| Weight | Approximately 1,600g with the battery specified in the original technical data |
| Motor size | 540 class (sold separately) |
| Gear ratio | 8.28:1 |
| Gearing | 48-pitch; 82T spur gear |
| Optional spur gears | 78T / 80T |
| Chassis | Aluminium alloy |
| Shock stays | FRP, front and rear |
| Rear wing adjustment | Three mounting angles |
Package Includes
- Kit chassis
- Tyres
- White wheels
- Clear body
- White wing
- Masking sheet
- Decals
- Hex wrench
- Cross wrench
- Shock wrench
- Grease
- Shock oil
Required to Run (Sold Separately)
- Two-channel RC system
- Servo
- 540-class motor
- ESC suitable for the chosen motor and battery
- 210mm sensor cable, as specified in the original requirements
- Suitable chassis battery, with type and voltage checked against the kit manual and chosen ESC
- Compatible battery charger
- Transmitter batteries
The supplied masking sheet and decals allow the clear body to be finished with a single-colour paint scheme.
Technical Details and Original Photos
The basic layout follows the 1987 Optima Mid, with a midship motor mount and centrally positioned heavy components.
The aluminium alloy chassis combines rigidity and crash resistance. Countersunk hex screws create a flat underside.
FRP front and rear shock stays replace the original aluminium design, following the Turbo Optima Mid specification.
Gold-anodised oil shocks recall the pressure shocks of the era. Dial adjustment makes ride-height tuning straightforward.
Front suspension arms incorporate stabiliser-end mounting holes and updated material for increased strength and driving stability.
The adjustable belt tensioner enables drive-belt tuning to improve efficiency and reduce power loss.
A moulded resin belt cover replaces the earlier vacuum-formed part, simplifying assembly and improving protection against dirt and dust.
The 48-pitch spur gear incorporates a slipper clutch to protect the drivetrain against sudden loads while driving.
Decals recreate the design on the original packaging. The included masking sheet supports a simple single-colour body finish.
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