Tamiya 18095 Honda E (VZ Chassis)

Modern and cute topical electric vehicle becomes mini 4WD

Honda’s compact EV (electric vehicle), Honda e, which debuted in August 2020 after the mass production type was first released in 2019, has become a mini 4WD. It was. Not only is it a realistic model of the rounded and lovely 5-door hatchback style, but it also features a lively and bright body color that is inspired by the coloring of the actual vehicle called Charge Yellow. Headlights and rear lamps that create a cute look, metallic stickers that express the black roof, etc. are also set, making it attractive as a display model. In addition, the chassis adopts a lightweight, compact, short wheelbase VZ. The dish-type wheels are equipped with small-diameter low-height tires in a black color that gives the impression of a real car. There is no doubt that you will be fascinated by the appearance of running through the course lightly.

VZ chassis in pursuit of strength and expandability

 The  VZ chassis is a further refinement of the performance of the compact, lightweight, short wheelbase VS chassis that is also popular in racing. While maintaining the excellent features of the VS chassis, such as small turning performance and high maintainability, the strength of the bumper, rear stay base, propeller shaft bearing, etc. has been increased. The point is the appropriate “bending” that absorbs the impact. In addition to the rear roller stay, the front bumper can also be split. The degree of freedom of setting is also greatly improved. And the shaft bearing adopts 620 plastic bearing made of POM resin with low frictional resistance. A parts such as the chassis body and gear cover are made of ABS resin, and the gear ratio is set to 3.5: 1.