Tamiya BB-02 Volkswagen Dune Beetle Cross RC Buggy Electric 2WD 1/9 Scale Kit - Pre-order

Pre-Order - Price to be confirmed - expected late 2026 / early 2027

Tamiya RC 1/9 VW Dune Beetle Cross (BB-02) Off-Road Buggy Kit - Assembly Kit

Capture the spirit of Baja racing with the Tamiya RC 1/9 VW Dune Beetle Cross, a rear-wheel drive off-road buggy built on the brand-new BB-02 chassis. Following on from the popular BBX (BB-01), this assembly kit is inspired by the race-prepped Volkswagen Beetles seen competing in American off-road events, pairing an authentic, detail-packed body shell with a chassis engineered for serious off-road performance.

Please note this is an unassembled kit requiring assembly; it ships as a build-it-yourself kit and does not arrive pre-built or ready to run.

The chassis offers a choice of front suspension geometry, with double trailing arms or double wishbone arms available depending on the terrain and driving style, while rear trailing arm suspension and adaptive oil-filled dampers round out the setup. Floor pan design motifs and front and rear tyre housings help protect the model from dust and dirt during hard off-road running, and the sealed gearbox with built-in ball differential keeps the drivetrain protected. Realistic details including a window net, fire extinguisher, exhaust pipes, roll cage, and two new female driver and co-driver figures with full-face helmets bring the model to life.

Special Features

• 1/9 scale RC model assembly kit
• Newly designed 1.0mm thick polycarbonate body recreating a race-prepped Beetle with bulging front and rear fenders and removed rear engine hood
• Roll cage for added chassis rigidity and driver figure protection
• Realistic light pods and taillights, with black-moulded light cases ready for optional LED lights
• Seated female driver and co-driver figures with full-face helmets, dedicated arm parts, and name stickers
• Original design livery stickers included
• Detailed extras including window net, fire extinguisher, stick shift, steering wheel, air cleaner, pulley, muffler and exhaust pipes
• Rear-wheel drive BB-02 chassis with floor pan design motifs and front and rear tyre housings to protect against dust
• Lengthwise battery pack with rear-mounted motor for optimum balance
• Sealed gearbox with built-in ball differential and joint-booted drive shafts
• 4-wheel independent suspension with a choice of front double trailing arms or double wishbone arms, plus rear trailing arms
• Adaptive CVA oil-filled dampers that limit oil leakage
• Full ball bearings included with hex screw hardware
• Hex hub wheels paired with front rib pattern tyres for directional stability and rear square spike tyres for high grip

What's in the Box

• Unassembled 1/9 scale VW Dune Beetle Cross (BB-02) kit components
• Polycarbonate body shell
• Seated female driver and co-driver figures
• Original design livery and body stickers
• Instruction manual

What You'll Need

• 2-channel radio
• Steering servo (standard or low-profile compatible)
• Electronic speed controller (ESC)
• 540-size motor
• 7.2-7.4 volt battery with compatible charger
• Tamiya PS and acrylic paints

Brushless motors are highly recommended for this chassis.

Why You'll Love It

Built for Baja fans and off-road buggy enthusiasts who want a chassis they can tune to the terrain, the VW Dune Beetle Cross combines adjustable front suspension geometry with a tough, protected drivetrain and a striking, detail-rich Beetle body, making it a standout build for both display and hard-charging off-road driving.

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Note: Pre-orders could in some cases be a deposit price, without any knowledge of a final price from the Supplier or Manufacturer. In all cases you will be notified if there is a significant price change, from what was originally paid, before shipping.

How long do I have to wait for my pre-order / back-order? All
orders will be shipped once stock has arrived and full payment has been made, with the exception of Manufacturer Release Dates on some Pre-order Products. Waiting time depends on many factors, which are mostly out of our control. They could be for example, Manufacturing delays (due to global pandemics), Supplier shortages, or shipping delays.

Why am I being charged for my pre-order/back-order, even though the product isn’t released/re-stocked yet? This is pre-payment for an item's payment and delivery costs that isn’t released yet to ensure as soon as it arrives your order can be fulfilled and sent out to you a.s.a.p. Not all orders will be charged shipping depending on size, and total order amount (see our website for current shipping to find out more and our shipping policy for more information).