Tamiya 58746 TAMIYA 1/10 PEUGEOT 306 MAXI (INCL ESC) BT-01

Based upon the FF hatchback Peugeot 306, the Peugeot 306 Maxi was developed with dedicated components for rallying. A 2.0-liter naturally-aspirated engine in front was capable of 280hp, and the car had enlarged fenders, roof spoiler, and a lightened body. Including the victories in 1996 and 1997 rally races in France, this car achieved many racing successes such as the class championship in the 1996 rally in Monte Carlo and third place in the 5th and 6th races on the 1997 global rally circuit. This R/C model assembly kit is inspired by such rally champions. The car's silhouette is recreated by a polycarbonate body, with stickers included to add an original livery.

The easy-to-drive 2WD BT-01 chassis gives a choice of two types of wheelbase, and front- or rear-wheel drive system so your model remains faithful to its subject. Without removing battery pack, motor and R/C equipment setups from the center frame, simply change attachment directions of final gears and steering linkage to switch between front- and rear-wheel drive; front (FR) or midship rear (MR) motor position can be chosen for rear-wheel drive cars. The 4-wheel double wishbone suspension features symmetrical structure and friction dampers. Unitized sections such as motor mount, final gears and suspension facilitate ease of assembly and effective maintenance. A front-wheel drive setup is recommended for this model.

- Bathtub frame
- Front-wheel drive
- Plastic 4-bevel differential gear
- 3-piece steering tie-rod
- 4-wheel double wishbone suspension
- Friction dampers (front and rear)
- Type 540 motor
- ESC included

The racy form with bulging fenders is recreated by a polycarbonate body.

Stickers are included to give the model its Tamiya original livery.

Side mirrors are separately molded ABS plastic parts.

The roof spoiler is also separately molded in ABS plastic.

6-spoke wheels are paired with semi-pneumatic tires.

Here is the BT-01 chassis, which is a joy to build and work on thanks to its use of various unitized sections.

Motor and servo are located in the right of the chassis, which uses a 3-piece steering tie-rod.

The double wishbone front suspension setup with friction dampers.

The unitized motor mount is affixed to the chassis with two screws.

The BT-01 uses a plastic 4-bevel differential gear, and is compatible with TT-02 Hop-Up Options such as ball differentials and oil-filled differentials.

Here is the rear double-wishbone suspension. As the car corners, rear wheels gain toe-in for better stability.

Suspension components are also unitized for smoother pit work.

Flip-up battery holders let you change the battery quickly.

As illustrated here, the BT-01 can be assembled in 3 different setups, each offering 2 wheelbases.