Tamiya introduces the 1/10 Mini Cooper Racing RC car, built on the versatile MB-01 chassis. The original Mini debuted in 1959 and remained largely unchanged until 2000, with over 5.3 million units produced and crowned the #2 “Car of the Century.” Its pioneering front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout was revolutionary at the time, combining a compact footprint, spacious interior, and nimble handling. The 1961 Mini Cooper performance variant went on to dominate motorsports and win the hearts of enthusiasts worldwide.
This new kit faithfully replicates the Mini Cooper Racing model, with the MINI trademark used under license from BMW AG. It includes a pre-cut polycarbonate body shell, hood stripes, side decals, and race number stickers. Classic eight-spoke wheels shod with 60D radial tires let you experience genuine Mini charisma on the track.
The car rides on Tamiya’s MB-01 compact 2WD chassis, switchable between front-drive and rear-drive, and offers three wheelbase options. The Mini Cooper Racing kit ships in its default front-wheel-drive, short-wheelbase configuration (210 mm), matching the real car’s layout. The chassis features independent double-wishbone suspension with friction dampers on all four corners, and fully modular components (motor mount assembly, gearbox housing, suspension units, etc.) for easy assembly and maintenance. Simply swap the gearbox and steering link orientation to toggle between FWD and RWD modes; in RWD you can choose high or low motor-mount positions for different handling characteristics.
- Item No. 58747
- Estimated Release Date: September 20, 2025
Specifications
- Length / Width / Height: 315 mm / 167 mm / 140 mm
- Wheelbase: 210 mm (short)
- Track (F/R): 140 mm / 140 mm
- Tire Size: 25 mm × 59 mm (front/rear)
- Drive: Front-wheel-drive (convertible to rear-wheel-drive)
- Differential: Resin 4-gear bevel diff
- Steering: 3-link tie-rod setup
- Suspension: Double-wishbone, 4-corner
- Dampers: Friction type, front and rear
- Final Drive Ratio: 5.83:1 (29T pinion / 65T spur)
- Motor: 540-size
- Electronic Speed Controller: ESC (sold separately)
Highlights
- Pre-cut polycarbonate shell precisely captures the Mini Cooper’s compact, muscular lines, with widened front and rear fenders for a performance look
- Signature hexagonal “Mk-II” grille and round headlights
- Includes hood stripes, race number “32 (Mini),” hood pins, and other decals
- Race-inspired details: no bumpers, square tail lamps, large rear window
- Classic eight-spoke wheels with 60D treaded radials for authentic style and grip
- MB-01 chassis in default FWD + short wheelbase delivers agile handling
- Three-link steering linkage, servo mounted on the front left
- Symmetrical double-wishbone suspension for balanced turn-in
- Motor sits on the front right, driving the front diff via a short shaft
- Modular motor mount can be removed with just two screws for easy maintenance
- Resin 4-gear bevel diff (same as TT-02) upgradeable to ball-diff or oil-filled diff (sold separately)
- Flip-style battery holder for quick pack changes
- Adjustable top deck and bottom deck positions, plus shims, allow three wheelbase settings; 210 mm short setup is standard
- Rear suspension also uses double-wishbone with friction dampers
- MB-01 chassis offers FWD/RWD conversion and three wheelbase options in each mode for versatile setups