Data
Model name:
Grasshopper Black Edition
Model group:
Special Project Item
Release date:
22 Nov 2025
This is a Limited Edition Grasshopper RC Kit and a copy of the 84416 kitfrom 2015. The original Grasshopper was released in 1984 which instantly became a hobby car kit hit throughout the 1980’s and 90’s. Even today it is one of Tamiya’s most successful kits thanks to its ease of assembly and fun driving capabilities.
Dim's
Tread/track front:
172 mm
Tech
Gear ratio (lowest):
14,7 :1
Suspension type, front:
Swing axle w/ coil spring
Parts
All parts according to Tamiya Guide books, Tamiya manuals and Tamiya parts listings.
Original
Type of reissue:
Body and chassis
General:
True to the original, except the black body and decals
The differences are as follows: (not limited to...)