Mazda MX-5 M05 M-Chassis On Road Kit

This R/C assembly kit model recreates the 4th generation of the Mazda MX-5 (also known as the Roadster in Japan and the Miata MX-5 in the U.S.), the iconic car with a heritage dating back to 1989 and total sales in excess of 950,000. The dynamic and lightweight car was made to amplify the thrill of driving, with a punchy 1.5-liter (2.0-liter in North American market cars) inline 4-engine and 6-speed transmission, while including modern must-haves such as advanced safety equipment.

The Tamiya R/C model faithfully captures the fun and maneuverability of the real life subject as it comes on the proven M-05 M-chassis platform. The M-05 is a simple to build FWD (front wheel drive) machine, which allows for plenty of after-market parts to be outfitted as you grow with your skill. The lightweight, narrow semi-monocoque frame offers an optimized weight distribution and a low center of gravity. A ground-hugging 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension and a 3-piece steering linkage ensure excellent stability during high-speed cornering.

Three wheelbase lengths (210mm, 225mm, 239mm) are possible by simply switching the position of the rear suspension parts, enabling a wide range of body choices available from Tamiya.

• Chassis: M5 resin monocoque design, composite construction with extensions to build a short, medium or long wheelbase chassis
• Drive: Front wheel
• Shocks: Plastic body friction type
• Shock Towers: Composite construction
• Motor: 540 size
• Electronic Speed Control: Tamiya TBLE-02S
• Gearbox: Sealed, integral with chassis
• Transmission: Single speed, ball bearing equipped
• Differential: Three bevel gear
• Body: Polycarbonate, clear untrimmed
• Suspension: Four wheel independent double wishbone
• Tires: Treaded 60D radial 0.98" (25mm) wide, 2.3" (59mm) diameter with foam inserts
• Wheels: Plastic, black in color 0.94" (24mm) wide, 1.5" (38mm) diameter
• Camber: Non-adjustable, camber refers to the angle of the tops of the tires from vertical when viewed from front or behind vehicle
• Caster: Adjustable, caster/toe-in refers to the angle of the front suspension when viewed from the side of the car in relation to the chassis
• Steering: Three piece tie-rod linkage