Tamiya 58481 - Ford SVT F-150 Lightning TT-01E Scale Kit  [58481]

The Ford SVT F-150 Lightning rendered in RC form

First seen at the 1998 Chicago Auto Show, the Ford SVT F-150 Lightning earned attention for its supercharged 5.4-litre V8 and sporty pickup stance. Tamiya has translated that character into a 1/10 scale kit that balances scale accuracy and user-friendly assembly.

Scale Appearance and Finish

The durable polycarbonate body captures the Lightning's front spoiler, flared wheel arches and tonneau cover. Window masks and detailed decals are included so the finished model displays authentic visual cues without complex trimming.

TT-01E Underpinnings

The TT-01E bathtub chassis places the motor and battery low to help handling, while the fiberglass reinforced nylon upper deck and gear covers enhance torsional rigidity. Steering relies on a 3-piece tie rod and the suspension uses double wishbones front and rear, complemented by differential gears and road-oriented tyres for composed driving.

The Tamiya 58481 Ford SVT F-150 Lightning is suited to collectors and club racers who want a faithful scale model that is robust, serviceable and enjoyable to build.