TT-02 1/10 Toyota Celica GT-Four ST185 Touring Kit - Tamiya 58730  [58730]

TT-02 Based 1/10 Toyota Celica GT-Four ST185 Kit by Tamiya

The Tamiya 58730 Celica GT-Four ST185 adapts rally lines into a compact on-road touring assembly. A lightweight polycarbonate shell sits on the TT-02 shaft-driven 4WD platform, presenting the rally-inspired shape with a drivetrain layout that supports straightforward enhancements.

Chassis and mechanical layout

The TT-02 platform is designed for predictable handling and easy servicing. Its longitudinal layout positions battery and motor on opposite sides for practical weight distribution. The shaft-driven 4WD arrangement is housed in a bathtub-style frame and includes plastic 4-bevel front and rear differentials with selectable gear ratios to suit different driving preferences.

Body, wheels and scale presence

The formed polycarbonate body reflects the ST185's distinctive curves and rally accents. Included five-spoke wheels come fitted with semi-pneumatic racing radial tyres matched to the 257 mm wheelbase. The kit also provides brake-disc style hubs and era-appropriate bumper supports to boost display realism.

Design and component characteristics

Key components are the bathtub-type frame, three-piece steering tie-rod and four-wheel double wishbone suspension using friction dampers at both ends. A shaft drive connects the drivetrain with selectable overall ratios; the kit's default ratio is one option for TT-02 owners. The recommended motor for the platform in standard configuration is a Type 540.

Who this kit suits

This kit is well-suited to modders and hobbyists who want a familiar TT-02 foundation with a rally-derived shell. It works nicely as a starting point for modest performance or appearance upgrades while remaining easy to maintain.

Tamiya's Celica GT-Four ST185 kit pairs a period rally body with the adaptable TT-02 chassis, giving modders a simple, serviceable platform for both cosmetic and entry-level mechanical upgrades.