Tamiya The Grasshopper Black Edition Incl ESC RC Buggy 1/10 Scale - 47522

Tamiya's 47522 The Grasshopper Black Edition is a 1/10 scale RC buggy kit that recreates one of the most iconic entry-level off-road buggies ever produced, now finished in a striking all-black colour scheme. This edition includes an Electronic Speed Controller (ESC), making it a more complete starting point than the standard kit. The Grasshopper has been a favourite introduction to RC building for decades — this Black Edition gives it a fresh look while keeping the straightforward assembly that makes it so accessible to first-time builders. As a kit rather than a ready-to-run model, you'll need to assemble it yourself, which is a big part of the appeal for anyone wanting to learn how RC cars go together.

Key Features

• 1/10 scale rear-wheel-drive buggy design based on the classic Tamiya Grasshopper platform
• Black Edition body and components give the model a distinctive monochrome appearance compared to the standard release
• Includes an Electronic Speed Controller (ESC), removing the need to source one separately
• Straightforward assembly process makes this a well-suited first build for newcomers to RC kits
• Off-road buggy chassis handles light off-road surfaces including grass, gravel, and dirt tracks

What's Included

• Tamiya 47522 The Grasshopper Black Edition kit (unassembled)
• Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)
• Decal sheet
• Instruction manual

What You Need

• Steering servo
• RC transmitter and receiver (2-channel)
• Motor (540-size recommended for this platform)
• Drive battery pack (typically 6-cell NiMH or compatible LiPo — check manual for specification)
• Compatible battery charger
• Basic modelling tools for assembly (screwdrivers, pliers, hobby knife)
• Polycarbonate or body paint if you wish to customise the shell