New Tamiya TXT-1 Monster Truck!!!!

[SteveP]

Kevin knows more about this than I do, but this is a pic of the new Monster truck from Tamiya. This is a truck that's been in the works for a while and only now is it getting close to production. :D :cool:

http://www.rccaraction.com/pics/txt1.jpg

[jeepinator]

Are the motors directly connected the the axles similar to the Clodbuster. It kinda looks like it.
Looks really spiffy, but all that unsprung weight is quite the drawback, performance wise ... but solid axles are dang cool, nonetheless !

[rims']

That is AWESOME!!!When will it be out,how much will it cost and what will be required to run it?

[rims']

thanks for posting before me jeep! :mad:

[paxil]

i don't know jeepinator I think I see drive shafts. leave it to tamiya to come up with something cool

[B3Tyler]

Thats sweet. Its gonna be really heavy though, or, it looks like it is

[E-MAXX]

I saw the pics. This truck is awesome!
Philip S

[ 09-01-2001: Message edited by: Philip Schoenbein ]

[Andrew the RC man]

*crys* im in love....too bad its not nitro :(

[E-MAXX]

If the motors are up on the chassis, this monster would be a good mud bogger contestant.
Philip S

[Rc1oGtMaN]

So Steve, when do I get to do the review of it for ya? ;) :D

Give us the 411, or get Homer in here to do it. That thing looks awesome! Daddy likes, daddy likes...

Mark O.

[Throtl Hapie]

The chassis looks very cool, I think it does have drive shafts, can we get a bigger picture?

[SteveP]

I'll see if Kevin can elaborate more on this. I don't know much about it...

[Possumbot]

Can i ask where every1 gets these pictures? XXXTMFE was on here before i heard about it on car action. Every1 heard about the Thunder Quake, btw, does any1 have the link to the page for it, i dont care about language. But where do people get these?

[rims']

how come i cant have one

[ZenLosi]

Nice!

-Zen

[ProjectTwin]

Jugg wheels and clod tires...looks like solid links coming up from the axles, but I can't see cantilevers. Let's hope it gets out soon!

Jason

[SteveP]

J - keep an eye in the hobby shops there... :cool:

[siacono@usalliance.org]

unfortunatly with Tamiya's history, it will probally be like $600.00!! i'd get an E-maxx... :)

[old phart]

Possumbutt, here ya go:
http://www.speedmodels.com/deutsch/sub/cars/buggys/zircon.htm

[Andrew the RC man]

Steve,Kevin- are the motors loaded up in the chassis???

if not are the motors protected??? that looks like a fun mud bogging truck

[DaneMan]

Its About Time Tamiya Did This. It Closely Resembles A True Monster Truck Tube Frame Now. It Might Not Be A Patrick Chassis Look A-Like (Dan Patrick: Driver Of Samson..) But Its Truly Scale! Its Awesome!

[draggerman11]

Ok Steve, this is what you need to do. Order 30,000 of these, and send each and every one of us one!

[Andrew the RC man]

ya dragger he can say he's gonna make a "competition" with these things and send all the nic....all the people on the board one :D :D :D

[draggerman11]

I like your thinking Andrew, I like youe thinking. in the next mag "It looks like ALL 30,000 people from the rc car action bbb won the competition, wow, they're lucky!" :eek: :D :D :D :D :D :D

[Usagi]

I does seem that Tamiya learned from its problem with their JAGG line of Monster trucks. WOW Look at the tube frame! its better then *** ! ;)

[Usagi]

sorry, did not nean to say the "s" word. :o

[Obi112]

Cool... I just hope it won't be too expensive. I can't even afford a Clodbuster!

[ProjectTwin]

I think my Jugg is going to sacrifice parts to make Wild Willy a bit more manly.. :)

Jason

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[Usagi]

What ever it wil be it going to be a great truck! WOW! can`t wait. :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool:

[very low budget racer]

Dudes, I do see drive shafts, the axels are too small for motors to be attachedto them, looks like the juggy's but more realistic.

[very low budget racer]

oh, and anyone else see tha cant's on that thing? looks like a copetition ready MT out of the box, I want one, but nitro!!.

[ARC MotorSports]

Yep - I can't wait till it's posted on the Tamiya Japan site with all the spex and "off-body" shots.

Over at RCMT.net we've bee talking about this truck for a few weeks now. We have even seen an off-body pic, but it was poor quality, so it didn't reveal much.

It has been deduced that the prototype pictures floating around the internet are based on the Juggernaut 2's drive train, but we really don't know what the final product has in store.

I very excited and can't wait!

[ProjectTwin]

Steve,

You know I will... :p Is there an ETA on this thing?

Jason

[grandmasterofpool]

What? No highly detailed styrene body? Now that's unlike Tamiya IMO. Still looks sweet though!

[Caseygw]

pretty cool

[Usagi]

It must be based loosly on the Jagg, Tamiya does not want to have another nightmarish problems again.

[R_C_MAN]

Looks pretty neat!

[GTXracer]

So wheres Homer with the info? :confused:

[SteveP]

Homer is on vacation. The weasel....

[Andrew the RC man]

is he using he overly religious neighbors beach house?? :D :D :p

[Andrew the RC man]

Steve- is this thing gonna be buyable before october or Xmas??? i really want one...and Xmas and in october will be the only time i can afford it

[agalanis]

I'd rather get one of these instead of an E-Maxx because I can build it myself!

1/2 the fun is building.

[Throtl Hapie]

I'd rather have one because everyone and their mom has an E-Maxx.

[gt_pro]

so whats this one gonna cost. 600? Looks really nice though!

[gt_pro]

id rather have it because it looks more like a "monster truck". The e-maxx with it fully independent suspension may perform better and be a little stronger but I love the looks of a real monster truck. When can we expect to see this truck at our local hobby stores?

[trakhak]

Whew!!! And I was seriously thinking about a E-maxx. Just holding back because I like a kit to build myself, but the Jug kinda tanked. Should have known Tamiya would save the day! On looks alone I will break out the plastic money!! :D

[WhoKnowsWho]

Hey, if someone buys one and decides they don't like it, I'll trade my barely used ClodBuster for it! :)

Looks pretty nice! Go Tamiya!

[Fergy]

Now that looks cool! I've been busy and not on the forum for a while but I'll start asking around and see what info I can squeeze out of my Tamaya dealer down the street. He has close ties with them (being Japanese and all). :D

[DINO X]

those arent drive shafts u are seeing i think they are four link bars its for the suspention the back axel and front are coneckted to them so the axels can to travel and the axels are conecto shocks and for link bars seeing that i no a lought a bought real life monster trucksnull :) ;)

[athowells]

Visit http://www.tamiyausa.com/products/rc/txt1/index.html for more information about it.

[ammoace]

If this thing is under $300 and RCCA has a favorable review of it this puppy is mine. I was going to buy a Stampede or a TC3 to update my equipment but the emergance of this truck has put my buying plans on hold.
Jerry

[rims']

that would be sooo cool to have

[bullfrog]

i want one of those!!!! http://www.plauder-smilies.de/eek2.gif

[rims']

how much will it cozt?

[JAnderson]

Ask you questions! I will tell no lies! It does have drive shafts and is based on Jugg2 drive train but modified. It does have cantilevers. It will be out by x-mas.

Any other questions?
janderson@tamiya.com :eek:

[Throtl Hapie]

The cost, the cost! What's good though is that if this thing comes out, the price of the Jug 2 should coem down right?

[JAnderson]

I do not know about what it would do with the Jugg 2 price. As far as a price for this item all I could give you is MSRP the street price is undetermined as of yet!

[rims']

515.99 is the price on tower hobbies and its on order

[Throtl Hapie]

WHAT!? They expect to sell that?

[matt stepanian]

WOW! Hope to see it for sale soon. Tamiya has been turningout quality kits for years, regardless of their race-ability. :eek:

[ammoace]

Well for $515 bucks they can keep it. I could buy a Clod and a Stampede for that much. Or both the TC3 and the Stampede like I was going to do anyways, not at the same time though. :( It is too bad some of these manufactures or the retailers seem to think that these vehicles are made out of Gold. Or at least worth their weight in gold. :(
Just my thoughts,
Jerry

[bullfrog]

why did u delete my post???? man all i said was the price sucks. :confused:

[Throtl Hapie]

$515 is one of the most rediculous prices i've seen for an RC vehicle. To top it all off, it comes with 2 540 motors, they couldn't have thrown in 2 better ones? Heck, they should have included a no-limit reversing dual-motor ESC, a radio, high torque servo, and a battery for $515. An Ofna monster pirate with everything probably wouldn't cost $515.

I have to say this is a pretty sad product for Tamiya.

[ammoace]

Bullfrog,
I haven't deleted any posts on this or any other forums for months. I prefer to edit a post so that, in the case of agreement violations, the offender can be left a reason why the post was edited.

Back to the topic of the thread,
I am going to check with my LHS and see if he can beat that price. He meets or beats every "online" price I bring to him, so far.
Jerry

[Throtl Hapie]

Beating 515 dollars doesn't sound too tough...

[Rc1oGtMaN]

I bet it will come down to around 475 once it's out. Then, bring it your lhs, Jerry.

Mark O.

[draggerman11]

Keep in mind that once they get the car in stock the price will drop tremendously. Tower always does this-- just what they do. I wouldnt expect it much over 350-450, but Tamyia is expensive. I would want one, but there is no way I could afford it. Plus, I would get rid of the stock motors, drop in 17 turns, super rooster, etc.. just too expensive. You could have a really nice E-maxx for the stock price of that thing. If I had the cash, there would be one sitting on my garage workbench for sure!(Well, for the price of that thing, it would be in my room, in a safe! :eek: )

[draggerman11]

Dang, Polo beats me to another post!(In the same minute too :eek: )

[racer123]

better luck next time

[ammoace]

I hope you guys are right about the price dropping a little after it is in stock for a while. I have nothing but time since I rufuse to buy any vechicle before RCCA does a full review, sneek peaks don't count. I will either get this truck or a Stampede and then later a TC3. But E-Maxx has been calling my name for a long time now. Hmmm, if only money really did grow on trees. :D
Jerry

[draggerman11]

Jerry, the prices will drop when they get them in stock. Watch the micro rs4; it started at 130, and is down to 110 I think. by the time they're in stock, they'll be at 100$. And Jerry, if monet grew on trees, we would be paying in all those wacky fruits! :p

[jeepinator]

JAnderson, just to clarify ...

1) It has solid axles ?
2) It has two motors, and the weight of the motors is sprung and they are not physically coupled to the axles, but are mechanically coupled via two drive shafts ?
3) There is some transfer case style component that the drive shafts connect to ?
4) The body is polycarbonate ?

Thanks for offering the killer info.

[Usagi]

Its going on sale here on The Sept 27th. 44,800 yen (37,000 yen street cost). Anyone want one? :)

[rubicon]

just so you guys know.. that equates to roughly $303 US dollars

street price at least..

that 515 at tower more than likely is the "list" price..

isn't list for a t-maxx like 599 or something?

<edit> i hope the body doesn't always come pre-painted.. i really like painting it myself.. i don't like this new trend.. <edit>

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[JAnderson]

http://www.tamiya.com/japan/products/58280txt_1/txt_1.jpg
http://www.tamiya.com/japan/products/58280txt_1/txt_1_1.jpg
http://www.tamiya.com/japan/products/58280txt_1/txt_1_2.jpg
http://www.tamiya.com/japan/products/58280txt_1/txt_1_3.jpg
http://www.tamiya.com/japan/products/58280txt_1/txt_1_4.jpg
http://www.tamiya.com/japan/products/58280txt_1/txt_1_5.jpg


Key features include:

Aluminum ladder type chassis
Fully articulating aluminum four link and solid axle suspension with extreme angle, long travel cantilever system
Ball bearings and metal bearings
Dual 540 motor drive train
Gearbox heat sink and bracing
Dual set screw output shafts and propeller joints
Standard dual stabilizers
Four high volume oil filled coil over dampers
Dual tie-rod steering with four wheel steering option
High torque servo saver
3-step forward and reverse mechanical speed controller
High quality nylon reinforced bumpers and hubs
Pre-painted, pre-cut extra cab Lexan truck body
Huge monster truck tires
Chrome wheels


Spec Sheet:

Over All Dimensions

Over All Width: 15.16 inches
Over All Height: 11.70 inches
Net Weight: 9.8 pounds
Over All Length: 20 inches
Ground Clearance: 2 inches
Gross Weight: 11.05 pounds
Wheel Base: 13 inches
Tread F/R: 11.03 inches
Chassis

Chassis Material: Machined Aluminum
Chassis Type: Ladder Frame

Steering System

Tie-rod: Dual Tie-Rod

Rubber Tires

Size: 4.17in/6.50in
Tread Pattern: Lug Pattern
Front and Rear Suspension

Suspension Type: Four-link Solid Axle
Caster: 0 degrees
Camber: 0 degrees
Toe: 0 degrees
Damper: C.V.A. high capacity oil filled

Drive Train

Type: Shaft Drive 4WD
Motor: Dual RS-540
Gear Ratio: 34.0:1
Differential Gear Type: 3 Bevel Gear Diff.
Speed Controller: 3-Step Forward and Reverse

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[draggerman11]

Nice! If I get one, looks like the Traxxas/Novak EVX, and Reedy Bad Maxx motors are going in :D :D

[draggerman11]

Oh, and FINALLY you guys include coil over oil filled shocks! Thumbs up Tamiya.

[JAnderson]

Price will come down. Check out www.horizonhobby.com (http://www.horizonhobby.com)


TXT-1 MONSTER TRUCK [TAM58280]
by TAMIYA AMERICA, INC.
Price: $454.99

[ammoace]

Now which form is the body going to be avaible in? Painted or clear? The pic shows both and the words say pre-painted.
Jerry

[SteveP]

I think it's going to come with two bodies! One pre-painted and one clear for the artisans.

[Usagi]

Yes Steve it comes with TWO bodies. Paint and unpainted. You need just to add stickers to the painted body!

:D

[Usagi]

hum thats what I just said. :D

[JAnderson]

Yes it will come with one prepainted and precut/ One clear and uncut :eek:

[tperkins]

THE TXT1 is $515.95 at towerhobbies :mad: :mad: :mad:

[JAnderson]

Usagi, I realize that what you said. But Since I work for Tamiya I figured I'd better confirm it. What I have noticed is people tend not to believe most posters when it comes to new info on items you can't buy yet. Since I have one here and work for the company my job here is to help avoid rumors and help clear things up! No harm no foul! :)
:D

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[ammoace]

Two bodies means you get the best of both worlds. :o You get to drive the truck with a body while you paint the other body yourself. Man I hope this is a trend that catches on. :D
Jerry

[Usagi]

cool! a tamiya worker. ;)

[Krusty]

Since you work for Tamiya i'm gonna ask an out of place question. Any hope of a new Bruiser or Mountaineer?

Krusty

[ammoace]

Krusty,
I would have to agree with what steve posted in another thread. The Mountaineer was the second run of the Bruiser and it didn't sell nearly as well as the original. After licking that wound I doubt they will try that again. Altough if they released it again I would have to do everything I could to get one. But then again, that is what people said before to entice Tamiya to bring the Bruiser back into production, hence the Mountaineer.
Just my thoughts piggy backing off of Steve's hypothisis,
Jerry

[ProjectTwin]

I will have one of those.

My Jugg 2 is in a parts box right now, giving up parts to out the Wild in Wild Willy 2 ;)

Jugg2 body is going on the Bruiser..

TXT is coming home... :D

Jason

[bullfrog]

uh ohhh watch out next thing you know twin will have 2 .21 engines on that thing!!!! lol :D

[Usagi]

The price of this thing eill be fine with me. I coming to buy one! thats for sure! ;) ;) :D ;)

[E-MAXX]

The pic really brings out the best in that truck! I love that axle action!
Philip S

[Usagi]

are you sure you work for tamiya?
I read alot of the tamiya, but never heaerd of you? :o

[bullfrog]

lol hes probbably the janitor lol im j/k

[Usagi]

hey you could be right! :D :D :D :D :D :D

[Throtl Hapie]

He is, he has posted a long time ago too. But DAMN, the PRICE! :mad: :mad:

[Usagi]

:D aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

[InspGadgt]

Finally an electric Monster Truck I like! Clods interested me a bit but I just couldn't get past the motors on the gearbox. Then the Jug started getttin my interest except for the leaf spring suspension. This looks to be a combination of the two. Taking the great suspension from the Clod and marying it up to a chassis with the motors on the chassis. Way to go Tamiya!

[tadium54]

I keep asking you avbout my car JAnderson, but you don't reply.
Why?

[JAnderson]

Usagi/Bullfrog,

Put your money where your mouth is!
the e-mail janderson@tamiya.com
Send me a e-mail and find out!

The Tamiya USA web site has had a face lift!
Check it out www.tamiyausa.com (http://www.tamiyausa.com) :eek:

[JAnderson]

tadium54

What do you mean?

[Maxx Masher]

JAnderson,

When is the tamiya forum going to be going online?

When can we expect the TXT-1 to hit U.S. and Canada soil?

Would 4 Wheel Steering on the TXT-1 be a benefit or a hinderance?

[Maxx Masher]

What kind of performance would a TXT-1 have if you put a Novak EVX ESC and 2 Badd Maxx Wild motors in the truck?

[Clayton]

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Notice the Booties????
Fred Brecht
Fastfreddy @ hot mail .com use to sell these, He included lubricant and retaining rings to hold them in place. I don't know if he is still doing it or not.

[Clayton]

Maxx Masher, Canada has our own Tamiya importer..
Borgfelt Canada in Ontario.
Call PM Hansen in Richmond for details on delivery times, they are the west coast distributor.

604-271-1213

or email them at:
info@pmhansen.com

[rc_chick]

eHobbies has them for $399.99!

[Clayton]

Thanks Doug

[Clayton]

The email above should read

fastfreddy79@hot mail.com