{"product_id":"tamiya-sm-18105","title":"[PREORDER] Grasshopper Jr. (VZ chassis)","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"product-title product-detail__gap-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e[PREORDER]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Arrival: Dec 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTAMIYA 1\/32 Grasshopper Jr. (VZ chassis)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a high-performance Mini 4WD plastic model assembly kit featuring a shaft-driven four-wheel-drive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst released in 1984, \u003cspan\u003eThe Grasshopper\u003c\/span\u003e played a major role in the RC buggy boom of the 1980s. Loved by enthusiasts for over 40 years, it remains one of Tamiya's most iconic RC models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, the legendary buggy has been recreated as \u003cspan\u003eThe Grasshopper Jr.\u003c\/span\u003e, bringing the original's simple yet distinctive design and lively driving characteristics to the world of Mini 4WD, whilst retaining the authentic spirit of the classic RC model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by a full-size single-seater racing buggy, the model features a sleek, slim body with realistically reproduced details, including fog lamps, front suspension and a roll-bar-equipped cockpit complete with a driver figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStickers featuring the iconic grasshopper emblem, \u003cspan\u003e\"The GRASSHOPPER TEAM\"\u003c\/span\u003e logo and racing numbers are included to recreate the classic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model is built on the compact, lightweight and race-ready \u003cspan\u003eVZ chassis\u003c\/span\u003e, offering excellent performance and customisation potential whilst capturing the unmistakable character of the original RC buggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVZ Chassis – Designed for Strength and Versatility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VZ chassis is an evolution of the popular VS chassis, renowned for its compact dimensions, lightweight construction and short wheelbase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst retaining the excellent manoeuvrability and ease of maintenance of the VS chassis, the VZ introduces several improvements to enhance strength, durability and customisation flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReinforced Construction:\u003c\/span\u003e Improved strength around the bumpers, rear stay mounting points and propeller shaft bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent Manoeuvrability:\u003c\/span\u003e Retains the responsive handling and straightforward maintenance of the VS chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShock Absorption:\u003c\/span\u003e Carefully engineered chassis flexibility helps absorb impacts during racing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreater Customisation Potential:\u003c\/span\u003e Both the front bumper and rear roller stay can be detached, allowing a wider range of racing set-ups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-Friction Bearings:\u003c\/span\u003e Equipped with 620 plastic bearings made from POM resin to minimise friction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable ABS Construction:\u003c\/span\u003e The chassis body, gear covers and A parts are moulded in black ABS resin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGear Ratio:\u003c\/span\u003e 4.2:1 for a balanced combination of speed and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TAMIYA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58156002378108,"sku":"18105","price":14.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/7555\/0809\/files\/18105_A1.jpg?v=1793930790","url":"https:\/\/www.knshobby.com\/products\/tamiya-sm-18105","provider":"KANOUSEI HOBBY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}