UK: The Little Car Company unveils its Tamiya Wild One MAX Launch Edition

The widely anticipated Tamiya Wild One MAX Launch Edition by The Little Car Company is set to hit the stage this summer, reigniting the passion of off-road enthusiasts worldwide. Building on the original Tamiya Wild One radio-controlled car legacy, first launched in 1985, this full-scale vehicle revamp marks an exciting chapter in the Tamiya lineage.

Limited to 100 examples, the Launch Edition reflects a fusion of past nostalgia and modern advancements. The project, led by Bicester-based The Little Car Company, included several enhancements based on community feedback, delivering an upgraded vehicle with increased performance and usability despite industry-wide supply delays.

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The Tamiya Wild One MAX Launch Edition boasts top-of-the-line features, including Cobra bucket seats with 4-point harnesses, a marine-spec 5” digital screen, Brembo disc brakes, Bilstein dampers with Eibach springs, and 14” Maxxis off-road tyres. The cockpit has been widened for greater comfort, accommodating two occupants, a key request from the community. Modifications to the front suspension turrets and an upgrade from a ‘trailing arm’ design to a double wishbone have increased visibility and pedestrian safety. The Launch Edition has also grown in size, catering to the ever-evolving needs of off-road devotees.

Powered by eight removable battery packs, this vehicle promises a top speed of approximately 60 mph, with a curb weight around 500 kilograms (1,100 pounds). The Little Car Company is developing a road-legal pack, satisfying 95% of deposit holders’ desire for a road-legal option. The Tamiya Wild One MAX Launch Edition, scheduled for production in early 2024, will redefine off-road adventure. Stay tuned for the public unveiling and confirmed performance figures, range, and pricing this summer.

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