Tamiya 1/32 JR Mini 4WD Zenperor 3 Polycarbonate Body Special Kit (VZ Chassis) (40th Anniversary Limited Edition)
About this part
Mini 4WD Kit Overview:
The Tamiya 1/32 JR Mini 4WD Zenperor 3 Polycarbonate Body Special Kit is a limited-edition Mini 4WD assembly kit built on the VZ chassis. It commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Racing Mini 4WD series, which began with the Hotshot Jr. in 1986. The design takes inspiration from the Zenperor 3 tune-up model created by Mr. Yasuyuki Maeda, known as Mae-chan in the CoroCoro comic in Japan.
About the Zenperor 3 Anniversary Kit
Anniversary Updates & Style
This kit includes updated-color VZ chassis parts along with five-spoke wheels paired with super-hard, small-diameter low-profile tires that feature offset tread. A Type 130 motor is included, and the drivetrain uses a 3.5:1 gear ratio. With AA batteries as the only additional requirement, the build remains straightforward while still offering the look and feel of a commemorative release. The polycarbonate body ties the theme together, giving builders a special version of the Zenperor 3 to mark the Racing Mini 4WD milestone.
Features:
- updated-color chassis parts
- Includes five-spoke wheels and super-hard tires
- Uses small-diameter low-profile tires
- Includes a Type 130 motor
- Uses a 3.5:1 gear ratio
- Requires only AA batteries to run
Includes:
- (1) 1/32 JR Mini 4WD Zenperor 3 Polycarbonate Body Special Kit
Needed to Complete:
- (2) AA Batteries
Specifications:
| Scale | 1/32 |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Power Source | AA |
| Length | 6.22in (158mm) |
| Width | 3.86in (98mm) |
| Height | 1.85in (47mm) |
| Gear Ratio | 3.5:1 |
| Assembly Level | Kit* |
*Tech Note: Mini 4WD Kits are unassembled models that require assembly. Photos of assembled kit are for illustrative purposes only. For a complete list of needed items to drive this kit please see the list above.