Tamiya celebrated the 30th anniversary of the Sand Scorcher with an improved re-release of the model. The new improvements include more fine tuned parts. Just as the original, the updated Sand Scorcher features ribbed front tires and paddle rear tires. Since the Sand Scorcher and the Buggy Champ use the same chassis, the spare parts are interchangeable.

• 1/10 scale R/C assembly kit of the Sand Scorcher.
• Comes equipped with full ball bearings to reduce friction loss.
• Type 540 motor included.
• Comes loaded with many top quality parts for improved performance such as:
  • A duraluminum plate reinforced 2mm thick FRP main frame for added strength and flexibility to ensure stability.
  • Newly designed die-cast front and rear suspension arms, front axle, and wheel hubs.
  • Transparent case protects the R/C mechanisms. The lid can be easily detached by cam locks.
  • Reinforced front uprights.
  • Redesigned oil dampers.
• Original blister pack style packaging.
• Detailed hard plastic body included.
• 2-channel R/C system and battery pack separately available.
• Can be used with separately available Carson Hump Pack
   

Options Explained

Bearing Upgrade: These make the car run more smoothly and are easily installed during assembly. If there is no option for these shown, then the kit already includes the bearing upgrade as standard. These are entirely optional.

Radio System: There is a choice of a TWIN STICK (Traditional) radio or a Steering Wheel (Modern) radios. All operate on 2.4Ghz and use the new Crystal-Free technology, so you can run multiple cars at the same time without any interference. All radios chosen from this page will include a steering servo as these are not included in the kit itself.

ESC: This is the connection between the radio system and the motor. You have several choices. The standard Tamiya unit is currently unavailable due to the chip shortage, so Tamiya are offering a choice of a Tamiya Hobbywing or Carson Dragster (Tamiya Germany) units. Where a model number is shown (e.g. 20 or 15) that is the motor capacity of the unit - the lower the number, the more powerful a motor you can install later. All work with the motor in the kit.

Battery: These cars need a special hump shaped battery, there is only one version available.

Charger: Charge time is proportional to the battery you choose. Some examples - for the 1800 battery (others will take longer) - USB charger takes around 4 hours, Mid Speed around 2 to 3 hours, Etronix Fast Charger can be as quick as 30 minutes in the house and Ansmann Delta also around 30 minutes (and also works in the car).