Tamiya 58742 Hornet EVO Full Video

The year 2024 marks the 40th anniversary of the original release of the iconic Hornet off-road buggy! To celebrate the milestone, Tamiya’s designers have cooked up a fun variant that is sure to please new hobbyists and veteran hobbyists alike!

• 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit.
• The 0.7mm thick polycarbonate body has the same shape as the classic body from the original Hornet.
• The 2WD chassis has the same bathtub frame as the one used in the original Hornet. (Item 58336)
• While the color scheme of the original Hornet is carried over, this kit features an updated sticker design.
• Includes 540 Brushed motor and ESC.
• Required to complete: 2-channel radio, steering servo, 7.2-7.4volt battery with compatible charger, and Tamiya PS paints.
New EVO Features!

• Suspension: 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension.
• Rear gearbox: Sealed gearbox with differential gear from the DT-02 chassis.
• Includes full ball bearings!
• CVA oil dampers (front & rear

[baconator_c]

This is awesome is so many ways. I Would love to see a Frog suspension update next. Two of the most iconic cars from the 80’s.
Thank you Tamiya!

[arios]

I didn’t even know this was a thing until I randomly walked into a local hobby shop, just to check out what they had. I seen this and the Lunch Box, which we still have 35 years later, and decided to pick this up. I didn’t realize the EVO is less than a year old. Great car. Can use some more power tho. I had to grind the steering servo opening wider, because it gets stuck in a turn. Other than that, it’s been a fun toy. Me and the boy are going to have fun beefing this thing up.

[richardjames]

So cool!! I still have the original 1984 Model still in the box. Can't wait to get my hands on this one and have them side by side !

[SuperBigdanno]

Just when I thought I was done buy cars... damn you Tamiya! Lol When and where...

[jmcyclist]

Get rid of the annoying music and bring back the original announcer telling us all about the updated features!! Original Tamiya ads were the best.

[joekugelman]

Now we need the Nissan King Cab brought back!!

[shadowracer]

Hope it has a reasonable price point, looks awesome!

[brucetumblinjr]

My pops got me one in my early teens, I built it & raced it at the local track; got 3rd place using a modified motor lol. I may give this one a hard look

[artieaudio]

Can't wait. But please, tamiya, give us the king cab/racer platforms back. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[chrisdixon]

Someone at Tamiya finally made a smart decision. I will take 2 please. How about a Evo Frog

[akent]

But it's not bouncing at the rear end everywhere! Awesome, a better joining set up for the front suspension would have been good, one that yields more shock length.

[steven-vnui]

Looks great and will be more capable but I kinda like the way the original bounces about

[spockfpv]

Interesting place to mount the motor? Seems like the last place you would want your motor is in the rear and exposed. I'm assuming this buggy will jump very tail heavy! Don't get me wrong, I'm still going to buy one, but I assume handling will be sacrificed.
Not too excited about the weak-looking suspension arms, better stock up. The Hornet was my introduction into rc cars when I was 9 years old. That Hornet never broke and never ceased in proving hours and hours of rc fun. Thanks for that Tamiya.

[keve]

Hi, would the chassis take the holiday buggy body (re-release DT-02) are they similar wheel bases ?

[torredchc]

I believe you are going to sell a lot of these things. I hope you make enough.

[Scolecite]

The plastic front shock towers are the worst part about the Hornet. They break constantly.

[aurelienhigelin]

4x bras de suspension indépendant, amortisseur CVA, boîte de vitesse DT-03. Je dit mais ça arrive un peu tard, j'aurais changer la couleur aussi, le noir c'est triste, pourquoi pas un jaune comme les abeilles 🐝🐝🐝🐝

[frederick]

So tempting. Hmmm on the one hand I want to be a disciplined investor 🤔🧐...oh $crew it 🤠. Let's make this happen!

[pangjosh]

Clever way of extending the lifespan of this already-40-yr-old chassis by re-engineering tricks

[KT_One]

So being an original Hornet owner I am going to say the difference in track width is off putting.