Tamiya Hotshot II (2024)

Hotshot II is back! This updated version of the iconic 4WD buggy — originally released in 1987 — brings classic styling and modern engineering together in one thrilling package. Following the legendary Hotshot (1985) and Supershot (1986), the Hotshot II carries on the tradition with a lightweight design and shaft-driven 4WD performance.

Key Features

• Shaft-driven 4WD for speed and stability off-road and through corners
• 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension with CVA oil dampers (II)
• Front stabilizer for maximum 4WD performance
• Sealed gearboxes to keep out dirt and sand, with differentials for smooth cornering
• Reinforced ABS monocoque frame and suspension arms for high durability
• Semi-pneumatic oval block / pin spike hybrid tires on large-diameter one-piece nylon wheels
• Includes ESC and 540-brushed motor
• Updated stickers included

Specifications

• Scale: 1/10
• Length: 390mm | Width: 235mm | Height: 160mm
• Drive Type: 4WD (shaft-driven)
• Construction Type: Assembly Kit
• Motor: 540-brushed type (included)
• ESC: Included
• Body Material: Polycarbonate (0.7mm)
• Chassis Material: ABS Plastic
• Terrain: Off-Road

What You'll Need

• 2-channel radio
• Steering servo
• 7.2V battery with compatible charger
• Tamiya PS Paint (see guide below)

Painting Guide

The Hotshot II body and rear wing are Polycarbonate (Lexan) and come pre-cut and pre-painted in black. The orange line graphics are applied via the included sticker sheet — no orange paint is required for the box art look.

Use Tamiya PS (Polycarbonate) spray paints for any custom colour work, applied from the inside of the body shell.

⚠️ Important: Do not use TS or XF paints on the polycarbonate body — they are not formulated for Lexan and will crack or peel.

Body Shell & Rear Wing

• PS-5 Black – Primary base coat (body comes pre-painted black; use this to touch up or repaint)

Custom Colour Work

• PS-1 White – Popular base for custom colour schemes before applying your chosen top coat
• PS-62 Pure Orange – Great option if you want to paint the orange graphic areas instead of using stickers

Masking Tape

For crisp custom stripe work on the Lexan body, use flexible curve tape to seal edges before filling larger areas with standard tape.

Curve tape (for stripe borders):

• AK Interactive Blue Masking Tape for Curves 1mm
• AK Interactive Blue Masking Tape for Curves 2mm
• AK Interactive Blue Masking Tape for Curves 3mm

Standard tape (for filling large masked areas):

• AK Interactive Masking Tape 2mm
• AK Interactive Masking Tape 3mm
• AK Interactive Masking Tape 5mm