Kyosho Optima 4WD buggy re-release

Following a first teaser Kyosho have now officially introduced the Kyosho Optima 4WD buggy re-release. Redesigned by the original designer, the Optima has been carefully redeveloped from ground up to bring back the best of the buggies in the good old days and to offer a true fun to drive feel. The “2016” Optima is designed based on the original version released in the 1980’s, it features several updated areas without compromising parts compatibility with the original chassis. The upgrades and updates include 6061-T6 aluminium chassis material, the drivetrain can be build with the original chain or and optional belt drive, the diff gears are ball-raced, all gears are modern 48 pitch gears, and a slipper clutch allows the use of more powerful motors. The tyres offer a slightly modified tread and they are made using softer rubber and included in the kit is also all-hex hardware as well as two different front bumpers.

New features :
– Chassis: All plates and the main chassis bars are now 6061T6 aluminium(counter sunk). Aluminium chassis bars are slightly thicker for more durability
– Drive-train: Kit includes both chain and belt drive trains allowing use of more powerful motors
Diff gears now have ball bearings installed
– Gears: Now in 48 pitch gears. Sintered alloy gears combined with high impact nylon gears and newly added slipper clutch will cope with the current power plants
– Shocks: New 10mm diameter aluminium cylinder with SUS shaft allows improved damping
– Tires/wheels: Slightly modified tread designs and new softer compound for superior grip and handling. Rear tires include inner sponge. New 1 piece wheel design
– 2 Types of bumpers included (wide and narrow)
– Aluminium motor guard
– Updated geometry
– Hardware: All hex
– Updated servo fixture
– Driver: Molded helmet design
– Option Parts: Kyosho will release various option parts
– Electronics compatibility: Compatible with the current standard servos,
Receiver units, ESCs, motors and battery packs
– Packaging: Similar to the original with blister pack showing some of the parts included. Some parts will be pre-assembled and parts will be bagged in steps following the instruction manual for easy assembly

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]