Tamiya Volkswagen Golf II GTI 16V MB-01 1/10 RC Car Kit with Red Painted Body 47516

Build one of the most recognisable European hot hatches with the limited-edition Tamiya Volkswagen Golf II GTI 16V. This 1/10-scale RC assembly kit combines an officially licensed, factory-painted Golf body with Tamiya's compact and adaptable MB-01 two-wheel-drive chassis.

The lightweight polycarbonate body is supplied painted in Bright Red with Smoke-tinted windows. Its wheel arches are pre-cut and the body-mount holes are pre-drilled, reducing body-finishing work while leaving the builder to complete the chassis, electronics, detail parts and sticker application.

Like the full-size front-wheel-drive Golf, this kit is configured with the motor at the front and power delivered to the front wheels. A 540-size Torque-Tuned brushed motor and Hobbywing-produced electronic speed controller are included. A compatible radio system, steering servo, battery, charger, tools and assembly are required before driving.

Features

• Limited-edition painted-body version of the Volkswagen Golf II GTI 16V
• Officially licensed recreation of the classic second-generation Golf GTI
• Compact 1/10-scale M-Chassis proportions
• Polycarbonate body factory painted in Tamiya Bright Red PS-34
• Windows factory tinted with Tamiya Smoke PS-31
• Pre-cut wheel arches reduce body-finishing work
• Pre-drilled body-mount holes simplify final assembly
• Separate black moulded front and rear bumpers
• Separate black side-mirror components
• Separate transparent headlight and taillight components
• Headlight and taillight housings support separately available LEDs
• Detailed vehicle sticker set included
• Beginner-friendly Tamiya MB-01 modular chassis
• Front-mounted motor and front-wheel-drive configuration
• Chassis platform can also be reconfigured for rear-wheel drive
• Three available wheelbase configurations across the wider MB-01 platform
• This Golf kit is assembled in the long 239mm wheelbase configuration
• Unitised motor mount, final-drive and suspension assemblies simplify construction and maintenance
• Front and rear independent double-wishbone suspension
• Symmetrical suspension arms simplify parts identification
• Friction-type dampers with coil springs
• Four-bevel gear differential
• Dish-style wheels with treaded 60D radial tyres
• 540-size Torque-Tuned brushed motor included
• Hobbywing-produced brushed electronic speed controller included
• Wide range of optional Tamiya M-Chassis and MB-01 upgrades available

Specifications

• Brand: Tamiya
• Model: Volkswagen Golf II GTI 16V
• Manufacturer Part Number: 47516
• Product Type: Electric RC on-road assembly kit
• Edition: Limited Edition Painted Body
• Scale: 1/10
• Chassis: MB-01
• Drive Type: Two-wheel drive
• Standard Kit Configuration: Front motor, front-wheel drive
• Alternative Chassis Configuration: Rear-wheel drive when rebuilt in a compatible MB-01 configuration
• Length: 383mm
• Width: 170mm
• Height: 138mm
• Wheelbase: 239mm
• Wheelbase Setting: Long
• Front Track: 140mm
• Rear Track: 140mm
• Chassis Type: Bathtub frame
• Motor: Type 540 Torque-Tuned brushed motor
• Electronic Speed Controller: Hobbywing-produced brushed ESC included
• Differential: Four-bevel gear differential
• Steering: Three-piece steering tie-rod
• Suspension: Four-wheel independent double wishbone
• Dampers: Friction type with coil springs
• Standard Gear Ratio: 5.83:1 using the included 29-tooth pinion
• Body Material: Polycarbonate
• Body Colour: Bright Red
• Window Finish: Smoke tinted
• Body Preparation: Painted, wheel arches pre-cut and body-mount holes pre-drilled
• Wheel Type: Dish-style wheels
• Tyre Type: Treaded 60D radial tyres
• Front Tyre Size: Approximately 25mm wide × 59mm diameter
• Rear Tyre Size: Approximately 25mm wide × 59mm diameter
• Assembly Required: Yes

Compatibility

• Compatible two-channel surface transmitter and receiver systems
• Requires a standard-size or suitable low-profile steering servo that fits the MB-01 installation
• Designed for compatible 7.2V NiMH or 7.4V 2S battery packs that fit the chassis
• Compatible with selected Tamiya MB-01 replacement and Hop-Up Option parts
• Compatible with selected TT-02 differential upgrade components where specified by Tamiya
• Headlight and taillight housings can accept compatible separately sold LED components
• Chassis platform supports front-wheel-drive and rear-wheel-drive layouts when rebuilt with the required MB-01 configuration

Includes

• 1 × Tamiya Volkswagen Golf II GTI 16V RC assembly kit
• 1 × MB-01 two-wheel-drive chassis component set
• 1 × Bright Red pre-painted polycarbonate Golf II GTI body
• 1 × Set of pre-painted Smoke window areas
• 1 × Type 540 Torque-Tuned brushed motor
• 1 × Hobbywing-produced brushed electronic speed controller
• 1 × Set of dish-style wheels
• 1 × Set of treaded 60D radial tyres
• Separate front and rear bumper components
• Separate side-mirror components
• Transparent headlight and taillight components
• Vehicle sticker sheet
• Assembly hardware
• Illustrated instruction manual

Required to Complete

• Two-channel surface transmitter and compatible receiver
• Compatible steering servo
• Compatible 7.2V NiMH or 7.4V 2S battery pack
• Compatible battery charger
• AA batteries for the transmitter
• Basic RC assembly tools
• Body reamer or finishing tools if minor adjustment is required
• Paint for small hard-plastic detail parts if desired

FAQ

Is the Tamiya Volkswagen Golf II GTI ready to run? No. This is an assembly kit. The chassis, suspension, drivetrain and electronics must be assembled before the car can be driven.

Is the body already painted? Yes. The polycarbonate body is factory painted Bright Red, while the windows are finished in Smoke tint.

Are the wheel arches already cut? Yes. The wheel arches are pre-cut and the body-mount holes are pre-drilled, which reduces the amount of body preparation required.

Do I need Tamiya PS paint for the main body? No paint is required for the main red body or Smoke windows. Paint may still be useful for small detail parts or touch-ups if desired.

Are the stickers already applied? No. The body is painted, but the supplied vehicle graphics and trim stickers must still be applied by the builder.

Does kit 47516 include an ESC? Yes. A Hobbywing-produced brushed electronic speed controller is included. The exact model or connector specification may vary by production batch or market.

Does it include a motor? Yes. A Tamiya Type 540 Torque-Tuned brushed motor is included.

Does it include a transmitter, receiver or steering servo? No. A compatible two-channel radio system and steering servo are required separately.

Is this front-wheel drive? Yes. This Golf kit is assembled in a front-motor, front-wheel-drive configuration to reflect the drivetrain layout of the full-size Golf GTI.

Can the MB-01 be converted to rear-wheel drive? Yes. The wider MB-01 platform can be reconfigured for rear-wheel drive by changing the orientation of the final-drive and steering components. This requires partial chassis disassembly and should be completed according to the Tamiya manual.

Can I switch to rear-wheel drive without moving the electronics? Tamiya designed the central chassis so the battery, motor and radio-equipment arrangement does not need to be completely removed when changing the drivetrain layout. Some mechanical disassembly and reconfiguration are still required.

Can the wheelbase be changed? The MB-01 platform supports short, medium and long wheelbases. This Golf uses the long 239mm setting, and changing wheelbase may require different chassis parts, body compatibility and drivetrain configuration.

Will another M-Chassis body fit? Only bodies designed for the selected 239mm wheelbase, track width, body-post position and wheel offset should be considered. Fitment should be checked individually.

Does the kit have oil-filled shocks? No. Standard friction dampers with coil springs are included. Compatible oil-filled dampers are available separately.

Are ball bearings included? The standard kit does not include a complete ball-bearing set. A compatible full bearing set is a popular upgrade for reducing drivetrain friction.

What type of battery should I use? Use a compatible 7.2V NiMH or 7.4V 2S battery that physically fits the MB-01 chassis and matches the included ESC connector and voltage requirements.

Can I use a 2S LiPo battery? Only use a 2S LiPo when the supplied ESC supports LiPo operation and suitable low-voltage protection is enabled. Confirm the ESC instructions, battery dimensions and connector before use.

What connector is fitted to the ESC? Connector type can vary by regional package or production batch. Check the ESC supplied with the kit before selecting a battery or adaptor.

Can the headlights and taillights be illuminated? Yes. The separate transparent light components are designed to support compatible separately sold LEDs and a suitable lighting controller.

Is the MB-01 suitable for beginners? Yes. Its modular assemblies, symmetrical suspension parts and compact design make it suitable for a patient first-time builder. Careful alignment of the drivetrain, steering and body is still important.

What are useful first upgrades? A compatible ball-bearing set and oil-filled dampers are common first upgrades. Steering components, tyres and drivetrain parts can be considered later according to driving conditions.

Is it suitable for racing? It can be used for club-level fun and M-Chassis driving where the rules allow it. Confirm the permitted chassis, motor, gearing, tyre and battery specifications with the event organiser.

Where should the car be driven? The Golf is designed for smooth on-road surfaces such as sealed car parks, prepared tracks and clean concrete. Avoid long grass, gravel and rough terrain.

Is the completed car waterproof? Waterproofing depends on the installed receiver, servo and included ESC. Unless all electronics are specifically rated for wet operation, avoid water and thoroughly dry the chassis after damp use.

Important Notes

• This is an assembly kit and is not ready to run.
• The main polycarbonate body is factory painted and the windows are Smoke tinted.
• Vehicle stickers and detail components still require installation.
• A transmitter, receiver, steering servo, battery, charger, transmitter batteries and tools are required separately.
• The kit is supplied in front-motor, front-wheel-drive configuration.
• Rear-wheel-drive conversion requires mechanical reconfiguration and may affect handling.
• The Golf body is designed for the long 239mm wheelbase configuration.
• Confirm battery dimensions, voltage and connector compatibility before ordering.
• Check the instructions supplied with the ESC before using a LiPo battery.
• Connector type and exact ESC model may vary between markets or production batches.
• LED lighting components are optional and not included.
• Do not overtighten screws installed into plastic parts.
• Apply grease only where specified in the Tamiya assembly manual.
• Check steering direction, throttle direction, gear-mesh operation and wheel rotation before the first run.
• Set the radio failsafe before operating the model.