TA 58316 : SUBARU IMPREZA WRC 2003

USD 179.00   Presenting Tamiya's first rally car on the TB-02 chassis, further adding to the growing TB-02 line-up. The always popular Subaru Impreza combined with the sensational new TB-02 is going to be a new force on the race track. For its third model based on the TB-02 chassis, Tamiya presents one of the most popular rally cars competing in the WRC Championship, the Subaru Impreza WRC 2003. Based on TB Evolution III, the TB-02 chassis employs a newly designed bathtub frame, CVA dampers, 4 independent double wishbone suspension, aluminum propeller shafts and ball differentials. Kit also includes reinforced medium narrow tires and 18-spoke medium narrow wheels. About the Subaru Impreza WRC 2003 In addition to body shell alterations, Subaru's machine for the 2003 WRC season features a newly designed over-sized rear wing with four vertical fins for the realization of superb aerodynamics. The 2003 machine also features internal modifications such as improvements in engine and chassis durability to achieve an overall increase in performance over the previous year's machine. Subaru's Peter Solberg has gained victories in Cyprus in round 7 and Australia in round 10, placing Subaru third on the Manufacturers' Championship. New 4WD TB-02 chassis (TB Evolution III gearbox and TA04 suspension system combined with all new perfectly balanced bathtub frame). Newly designed medium narrow racing wheels replicating OZ wheels used by the Subaru Impreza in 2003 when racing on asphalt. Markings for 2003 season round 1 Monte Carlo race. New shaft-driven 4WD TB-02 chassis. Scale: 1/10 Overall Length: 441mm Overall Width: 185mm Overall Height: 137mm Employs a newly designed bathtub frame. Body realistically replicated as a highly resistant polycarbonate body. Comes with all new medium narrow slick tires. Type 540 motor included. Recommended Paint: PS16 - Metal Blue, TS19 - Metallic Blue or X18 - Semi Gloss Black.