Tamiya 58454 1/10 RC Honda S800 Racing on M-05 Chassis  [58454]

Tamiya 58454 - 1/10 RC Honda S800 Racing- M05
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Model:
58454
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From Period Road Car to Scale Model

Honda made a leap from bikes to compact sports cars in the 1960s and introduced the S800 in 1965 as a spirited lightweight. With about 70hp tucked into a 710kg body, the S800 could reach around 160km/h and became a memorable sports car of its time. Tamiya interprets that classic in 1/10 scale for modellers who value period accuracy.

Chassis Design That Favors Handling

The Tamiya 58454 - 1/10 RC Honda S800 Racing is built on the M-05 chassis, favoured for its neutral balance and crisp steering. The polycarbonate body reflects the original car's proportions while the monocoque frame concentrates mass low to improve cornering grip and responsiveness.

Upgrade Path and Optional Gear

Performance can be improved with Tamiya option items such as the M-Chassis Aluminum Damper Set and M-05 Aluminum Front and Rear Uprights to stiffen suspension points. Adding the M-05 Ball Bearing Set and Titanium Screw Set will lower friction and boost long term reliability.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/10
  • Chassis: M-05
  • Body Material: Polycarbonate
  • Motor: Type 540 included
  • Steering Linkage: 3-piece tie-rod
  • Required Items: 2-channel R/C system, 6-cell battery, charger

The Tamiya 58454 - 1/10 RC Honda S800 Racing combines authentic styling and a tunable M-05 chassis, making it suitable for collectors and competitive hobbyists looking to refine handling and appearance.

This kit is accessible to first time builders who follow instructions carefully, though basic familiarity with tools and glue will help. It is a rewarding first major project for someone keen to learn scale modelling techniques.
Verify all screws are secure, control linkages move freely, and the battery and radio are correctly installed and charged. Test steering and throttle responses at low speed before full power runs.
For circuit work, tune camber and toe settings and consider firmer dampers or aluminium uprights to reduce flex. Small wheelbase and tyre tweaks go a long way to improve lap times.
The kit ships with a Type 540 motor and an Electronic Speed Control, making initial setup simpler while still allowing for future electronic upgrades if desired.

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