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When it comes to re-release RC kits, both Kyosho and Tamiya offer excellent options, but they cater to slightly different audiences. Kyosho re-releases are known for their high performance, precision engineering, and durable components, making them ideal for hobbyists who want vintage style with modern capabilities—especially in off-road racing. Models like the Optima and Turbo Scorpion often include metal parts, oil shocks, and ball bearings, providing a more serious build experience. On the other hand, Tamiya excels in nostalgia and accessibility, with iconic models like the Grasshopper, Lunchbox, and Hornet. I built both the Grasshopper and Hornet. They were fun to build but the you could see there were some details like the packaging where they cut corners. The re-release Kyosho kits are just made better, have better looking packaging, and the cars can actually race on tracks. The Ultima JJ 87 is an amazing car and I've seen people race them on carpet against modern buggies. They're not as fast as new modern mid motor buggies but a good driver I've seen make the podium. It was fun building that car. The Turbo Optima Mid looks really great too. I might build that in the future. I don't have experience with the Associated re-release although I race the newer RC10 b6.4.

They're both great cars. But the Yokomo is more expensive than the Optima. The Yokomo has a more strange design and has e clips. You can't go wrong, with either one. I'm more of a Kyosho fan and I actually built the Optima. It was a lot of fun.

The original RB7 wasn't hard to access the differentials so for me, it's not a big deal.

Check it: Ultima RB 7.5 with the TQ & Win. This car is looking good.

There are several Kyosho motors available for sale on Amain Hobbies site. Kyosho is not going to recommend a specific motor because if you plan to race them, each of the race classes have a spec motor for that class. For example, if you're running a 1/10 buggy 13.5 class, you can use Kyosho's 240 Gold which is a 13.5 motor. If you just want a cheap Kyosho motor, just get their 550. https://www.amainhobbies.com/search?s=kyosho+motors

New prototype ULTIMA RB 7.5 pics. Kyosho said they're still going to do improvements and release in April. Kyosho-RB7.5-5.webp Kyosho-RB7.5-4.webp Kyosho-RB7.5-3.webp Kyosho-RB7.5-2.webp Kyosho-RB7.5-1.webp

I have raced the Ultima since the late 80s. I recently won 3rd place on the intermediate level at my local carpet track using my 13 year Ultima RB5 Type R. Back in 87, I raced the Kyosho Icarus on a dirt course and kept losing because it kept breaking down. But I got an Ultima and won some races against several RC10's. The problem with the Ultima in terms of racing was parts. It was hard to get parts back then. It's still not the easiest today. Second, to win races you have to understand setup for the course you're racing against. When everyone was using the the RC10, you just made adjustments and asked around. With the Ultima, you had to make your own judgements. Setup is the difference between people that can win and people that just race. Team Associated has a lot of support back then. It still has a lot of support today. Associated is still king today at your local tracks, although there are different brands winning as well in the 1/10. But Kyosho is still killing it with the 1/8 buggies. And their last 1/10 Rb7 have won some championships back in 2013. They're supposed to release a new ultima for racing soon but that has not been confirmed.

That looks like an on-road car. Hmm. I haven't seen a competitive 1/10 on-road electric since the KX-One from the early 2k's.

Yeah, I don't know the details. We'll see how this plays out

The RB7 earned 1st place and TQ in the 2WD class at the 2013 IFMAR Electric Off-Road World Championship. A credible source (Mark Headling) has posted that the new Kyosho RB7.5 2wd competition buggy is on its way. This would be amazing if this is true. Staying true to Kyosho's line of 2wd championship heritage.

That's the thing, reliable equipment also includes parts when things break and most if not all carpet tracks don't stockTamiya. From the tranny to the chassis/shocks it's just not a carpet racer. I run the astute for bashing around with my kids. A B7 out of the box isn't 4x the amount compared to a td2 with mods. You spend so much time trying to figure out how to keep up with cars made for carpet. I've raced 2 carpet tracks where I live and it's more than 1 second difference between a b7 and td2. Hey, if you're having fun that's cool. That's the most important part. Like I mentioned, I raced a 10 yr old RB5 with some good racers on the intermediate level for fun. That same RB5 won some dirt oval tracks too. But when I went AE, which I got dirt cheap at 150, I was in the a mains in carpet racing. More power to you if you can make it work.

Running a tamiya TD2 sounds fun. But racing against modern buggies on carpet, no matter how many mods, is going to end near last with skilled drivers. I race carpet and the AE buggies smoke the majority of the competition. I actually raced an old Kyosho RB5 Type R and placed in 3rd on the intermediated level. Tamiya buggies aren't made for competitive racing.

There's a rear roll cage around the motor, wheels, tires, optional led lights.

Kyosho has introduced the new Dune Master to its Ultima SB series, combining retro vibes with modern enhancements for a fun off-road experience. Arriving Late January Part Number 34312 ULTIMA SB Dune Master (Assembly kit) Kyosho is killing it with their rc models.

The Tomahawk, Ultima Dirt Master, Optima Mid, Javelin Ultima MK1 Re, Optima Mid 87 Championship, and Optima are all available and in-stock on Amazon. I bought my Ultima from Amazon and it was delivered in less than a week.