Tamiya 17901 Raikiri Dog Racer Mini 4WD Kit MA Chassis  [17901]

Tamiya 17901 - Raikiri (Blue) & Dog Racer (MA Chassis) Beginners Mini 4WD
Price:
£13.83
Brand:
Tamiya
Model:
17901
Condition:
Brand New
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Raikiri and Dog Racer Model Summary

The Tamiya 17901 Raikiri Mini 4WD pairs eye-catching aesthetics with a capable chassis for hobby racers. The clear blue Raikiri body and the Dog Racer piece add character, while the included sticker sheet lets you craft personalised race liveries.

Body Form and Visual Notes

The Raikiri features a compact, aerodynamic coupe silhouette designed to look aggressive on straights and corners. The clear blue plastic is ideal for layered painting and decal placement to achieve a bespoke finish.

Overview of the MA Chassis System

The MA (Midship AERO) chassis places the motor centrally to aid balance and handling. With six low-friction rollers and a rear skid bar, the chassis delivers steadiness for a variety of Mini 4WD track layouts.

Tuning Options for Better Performance

This kit performs well as supplied, and offers clear upgrade paths. Swapping motors, experimenting with gear ratios, and testing tyre compounds are straightforward ways to tune lap times to suit your local tracks.

Specifications

  • Chassis Type: MA (Midship AERO)
  • Motor Compatibility: Double Shaft
  • Body Style: Clear Blue Sports Coupe
  • Gear Ratio: 4:1
  • Assembly: Snap-fit and screw attachment

The Tamiya 17901 Raikiri is a flexible Mini 4WD choice that balances visual flair with a tunable MA chassis, suited to both showcase and competitive settings.

A higher performance double shaft motor is usually the most effective first upgrade, providing better acceleration and top speed on timed runs.
Use a light primer suited to clear plastics and apply thin paint layers. Test colours on scrap plastic and mask areas carefully before adding decals.
Yes, common MA chassis parts such as rollers, gears and axles are widely available from aftermarket suppliers and official spares lists.
The kit includes assembly instructions, and there are many community guides and race club resources covering tuning setups for the MA chassis.

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