Tamiya RC 1/9 VW Dune Beetle Cross (BB-02) Off-Road Buggy Kit - Assembly Kit

Capture the spirit of Baja racing with the Tamiya RC 1/9 VW Dune Beetle Cross, a rear-wheel drive off-road buggy built on the brand-new BB-02 chassis. Following on from the popular BBX (BB-01), this assembly kit is inspired by the race-prepped Volkswagen Beetles seen competing in American off-road events, pairing an authentic, detail-packed body shell with a chassis engineered for serious off-road performance.

Please note this is an unassembled kit requiring assembly; it ships as a build-it-yourself kit and does not arrive pre-built or ready to run.

The chassis offers a choice of front suspension geometry, with double trailing arms or double wishbone arms available depending on the terrain and driving style, while rear trailing arm suspension and adaptive oil-filled dampers round out the setup. Floor pan design motifs and front and rear tyre housings help protect the model from dust and dirt during hard off-road running, and the sealed gearbox with built-in ball differential keeps the drivetrain protected. Realistic details including a window net, fire extinguisher, exhaust pipes, roll cage, and two new female driver and co-driver figures with full-face helmets bring the model to life.

Special Features

  • 1/9 scale RC model assembly kit
  • Newly designed 1.0mm thick polycarbonate body recreating a race-prepped Beetle with bulging front and rear fenders and removed rear engine hood
  • Roll cage for added chassis rigidity and driver figure protection
  • Realistic light pods and taillights, with black-moulded light cases ready for optional LED lights
  • Seated female driver and co-driver figures with full-face helmets, dedicated arm parts, and name stickers
  • Original design livery stickers included
  • Detailed extras including window net, fire extinguisher, stick shift, steering wheel, air cleaner, pulley, muffler and exhaust pipes
  • Rear-wheel drive BB-02 chassis with floor pan design motifs and front and rear tyre housings to protect against dust
  • Lengthwise battery pack with rear-mounted motor for optimum balance
  • Sealed gearbox with built-in ball differential and joint-booted drive shafts
  • 4-wheel independent suspension with a choice of front double trailing arms or double wishbone arms, plus rear trailing arms
  • Adaptive CVA oil-filled dampers that limit oil leakage
  • Full ball bearings included with hex screw hardware
  • Hex hub wheels paired with front rib pattern tyres for directional stability and rear square spike tyres for high grip

What's in the Box

  • Unassembled 1/9 scale VW Dune Beetle Cross (BB-02) kit components
  • Polycarbonate body shell
  • Seated female driver and co-driver figures
  • Original design livery and body stickers
  • Instruction manual

What You'll Need

Brushless motors are highly recommended for this chassis.

Why You'll Love It

Built for Baja fans and off-road buggy enthusiasts who want a chassis they can tune to the terrain, the VW Dune Beetle Cross combines adjustable front suspension geometry with a tough, protected drivetrain and a striking, detail-rich Beetle body, making it a standout build for both display and hard-charging off-road driving.

SKU 58757-000
Brand Tamiya

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