Tamiya RC Clod Buster 2026 1/10 KIT

Product detailed description

RC Monster truck model kit. ABS plastic body in red.

Clod Buster is one of the most legendary Tamiya models, which was first introduced to the market in 1987.  The model is equipped with a 4x4x4 system (permanent four-wheel drive and four-wheel steering).

Two electric motors provide the drive. Identical gearboxes and suspension units are used on the front and rear axles, each of which contains one motor. Thanks to this, the front and rear axles can work independently of each other. Steering is provided by a centrally located servo steering, which is stored in the lower part of the chassis. The kit also includes an electronic speed controller, which is specially designed to power the two-motor drive.

Scale: 1/10
Length: 468mm
Height: 380mm
Drive: 4WD + 4WS
Tire width: 165mm

You need to purchase:
RC kit (transmitter and receiver), steering servo, drive battery, charger, Tamiya TS spray paint and batteries for the transmitter.

Tamiya RC cars are generally characterized by a durable construction with easy maintenance and easy repairs if necessary. This model also meets the high standards of the Japanese brand Tamiya. The classic Lunch Box body is molded from durable plastic. It is mounted on a chassis formed by a massive tub forming the basis of the chassis structure. The tub protects the most sensitive electronics and steering servo from flying stones, but also from drops of water from the wheels. At the rear is a compact gearbox with an integrated planetary differential and a mounted DC (brushed) electric motor. The sealed gearbox protects the differential from sand and other dirt. The rear axle is driven. A support bar is installed at the rear to prevent the model from tipping over on its back during sudden acceleration and standing "on its back".

Run-in of the new electric motor
New model with engine, needs to be run in first. Before starting to use the DC electric motor, it is definitely recommended to run it. Some manufacturers require it as a condition for recognizing a possible engine claim. The purpose of the run-in is to seat the rotating parts well, smooth the friction surfaces of the contacts, and grind the carbons into the correct shape. The current enters the motor on the commutator surfaces using the so-called carbons, which may not have a perfectly adapted shape from production. If the new motor is loaded to the maximum without a previous run-in, the commutator surface or the carbons may be damaged due to large "sparking". The run-in will allow the carbons to settle on the commutator as perfectly as possible. Thus, the carbons will wear out less and last longer.

Electric motor run-in procedure:
-If you have a new RC model car or boat in which the engine is already mounted, proceed as follows. Place the model on the mat so that the wheels rotate above the surface. Let the engine run at the lowest possible speed for at least 20-30 minutes. You can then drive the model for 20-30 minutes at a lower speed and gradually increase the speed. Drive the model at full power only after the run-in phase has passed.

-If you have a new engine that has not yet been installed in the model, you can do the run-in in the traditional, proven way by immersing it in water. Connect the motor to the ESC controller and lower it by the cables vertically down into a container of clean water. Start the engine at low speed and let it run for 10-15 minutes. Then you can gradually increase the speed for a few minutes up to the maximum. finally, take the motor out of the water and let it run for a while to blow the water out of the motor. You can mount a run-in engine in the model and you can immediately drive at full power. You don't have to worry about the engine submerged in water. It will work normally and the water will cool it during the run-in. In addition, it washes out carbon particles during grinding (the water visibly darkens).

Protection against overheating of the electric motor:
Since the stator is made up of permanent magnets, it is good to know that these magnets gradually lose their "power". However, temperature also has a big impact. Each electric motor heats up during operation and can reach a temperature of 60°C (therefore, the motor must never be touched with bare hands after driving!). However, if the engine is not cooled or cooled insufficiently, or if it is driven for a long time at maximum speed, it may overheat and thus weaken the magnets. Even after cooling down, the engine will no longer reach its previous performance. Of course, other parts of the engine can also be damaged by high heat. It is therefore advisable to change the load mode, or to drive with two smaller accumulators with a break for replacement and cooling, rather than with one large-capacity one for a long time at full power.

Electric motor replacement, tuning:
If you decide to replace the electric motor in this model, pay attention to the following recommendations.
The new motor should be of the same type (size), have the same number of turns and the same supply voltage value as the original one. That way, you will be sure that the model will retain its original driving characteristics.
If you are planning a tuning motor, first of all, check whether the original ESC controller in the model will be able to work with the tuning motor, in order not to burn the ESC controller, or to prevent the ESC-motor system from working. When tuning a motor, it is usually necessary to replace a pinion with a different number of teeth.

WARNING! This RC car is not a toy, but a more sophisticated, functional model that behaves very much like a real car. Due to its realistic parameters, if it is not properly assembled and operated, it can cause you injury, or injure the viewer, or damage property. The model is intended for driving in a large room or outside on a dry surface. Driving in water, in snow, in puddles, mud, sand, in tall grass without appropriate waterproof treatment can cause damage to the electronics of the model. Driving on public roads and other places (e.g. parking lots) with car traffic is prohibited. Do not drive in thick grass, you will overheat or burn the engine!
This model requires regular maintenance, by disassembling it correctly according to the service manual, you will not lose the warranty.