--- product_id: 31391484 title: "58441 Off Road Buggy Champ 2009 Racing Buggy Kit" brand: "tamiya" price: "₱52468" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 4 category: "Tamiya" url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/31391484-58441-off-road-buggy-champ-2009-racing-buggy-kit store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Grooved Off-Road Tires 540 Motor Rear-Wheel Drive 4 Oil Dampers Suspension 58441 Off Road Buggy Champ 2009 Racing Buggy Kit **Brand:** tamiya **Price:** ₱52468 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🏁 Own the Off-Road Legacy — Race Like It’s 1979! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 58441 Off Road Buggy Champ 2009 Racing Buggy Kit by tamiya - **How much does it cost?** ₱52468 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/31391484-58441-off-road-buggy-champ-2009-racing-buggy-kit) ## Best For - tamiya enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted tamiya brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Robust Chassis Design:** 2mm FRP plate reinforced with aluminum for unmatched strength and flexibility. - • **Classic Racing Heritage:** Revive the legendary 1979 Buggy Boom with a modern twist. - • **Customizable Realistic Body:** White polystyrene shell ready for your personal paint job to stand out on the track. - • **Precision Suspension System:** 4-wheel independent suspension with oil dampers for smooth off-road control. - • **Durable & Transparent Mechanism Box:** Protects electronics and battery while showcasing the inner mechanics. ## Overview The Tamiya 58441 Off Road Buggy Champ 2009 Racing Buggy Kit is a faithful revival of the iconic 1979 Buggy Champ, blending nostalgic design with modern engineering. Featuring a rear-wheel-drive 540 motor, 4 oil dampers, and a durable chassis reinforced with aluminum, this kit delivers authentic off-road performance. Its transparent mechanism box protects vital electronics while letting you admire the mechanics. Perfect for hobbyists craving a vintage RC experience with customizable bodywork and robust suspension, it’s a collector’s dream that demands additional components like a radio controller and battery for full operation. ## Description The Buggy Champ, which started the "Buggy Boom" when it was released in 1979, now comes back as an improved version. It keeps true to the basic layout of the original while incorporating modern improvements and features many refined parts that are reproduced with built metal moldings. The Buggy Champ also features a transparent mechanism box which protects the mechanics and battery and comes with grooved front and rear tires with block tread pattern. Realistic body is molded in white polystyrene and can be painted with plastic model paints. The Buggy Champ surely brings back the memories of the good old days when everyone was excited with its aggressive driving performance. ??The chassis features a 2mm thick FRP plate with an aluminum reinforcing plate for strength and flexibility to ensure stability. 4-wheel independent suspension features front double trailing arm and rear swing axle setups, die-cast suspension arms, and oil dampers. Electronics and battery are protected by a durable clear plastic mechanism box. Comes equipped with full ball bearings to reduce friction loss, and mounted on the 3-piece center-lock wheels are grooved front tires and rear tires with block tread pattern that ensure superb off-road performance. Review: A blast from the past - This a reproduction of my first RC car. It is a pretty faithful reproduction, which causes a couple of problems. You will have to get a “shorty” battery to fit in the waterproof box (the kit provides a foam piece to keep it from rattling around). Unless you have a Tamiya esc (or at least the power switch from one) it will be difficult to fit the on/off switch in the stock location. Lastly, this is an old design. The dampers are not terribly great, the suspension is too stiff and this beast is way too heavy. If you take this into account, this is a wonderful model. If they tried to fix all of the design problems, I would have given this car a much lower score. I plan on getting its sister product, the Sand Scorcher, as soon as I can afford it. Which brings me to my last gripe, the price. For this money, you can get a much more capable RC car. But, to me anyway, nothing can match the nostalgia, you just have to know what you are buying. Review: For an almost $600 RC Car, you don't get a radio controller - Well, I recently got an old vintage Rough Rider that my friend built 40 years ago. After making the adjustment, maintenance, and some upgrades, I managed to make it working perfectly, so I decided to buy a new model for him to build as a Christmas gift. The shipping was fast, I received it in three days after the PO. However, after I opening the shipping package, I was stunned when reading the instructions on model box. The RC Controller, receiver, car battery, servo are sold separately! I checked on desertcart, another $160 for a 2 channel RC Controller package. No kidding! ($519+$160)*1.08=$733 to get the model built, regardless the paint cost! I gave up and ordered another one from a third party with $386 including shipping and received package three days later. The money I saved on the second one allow me to get all the necessary parts I need to complete the build, and I prepared all the parts along with the second order and give it to my friend as a gift. Quality (based on the second order I made): 1. Overall, the plastic used in the 2009 model feels "cheap" compared to the 1979 version, obvious downgraded for the rear bumper. 2. Combined receiver power supply with the motor power supply using a single modern ESC which provides additional room for adding a larger Li-Po battery which is a plus. In old 1979 model, the receiver will have a separate AA battery pack for power supply, and the receiver will drive two servo, one for steering, and another for adjusting the circuit board contact to allow the current flow magnitude (direction and volume) to the motor (similar to the sliding rheostat). 3. The metal parts is slightly lighter compared to the 1979 version, I can't tell the rigidity for those parts. Overall, the upgraded (I would say cost saving) product from Tamiya will be easier to build compared to the old ones. However, the "upgrade" (eliminate a servo and battery pack to the radio receiver) doesn't justify the overwhelming price tag. It will be reasonable for a RC build kit under $400 without the vital parts. ## Features - Rear Wheel Drive - Type 540 Motor included (Compatible with kit-included motor or Item 53689 540J Motor only) - No Differential Gears - Front Suspension: Double Trailing Arm, Rear Suspension: Swing Axle - 4 Oil Dampers ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B002CKPWUO | | Additional Features | Portable | | Age Range Description | Kid | | Best Sellers Rank | #903,531 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #3,855 in Hobby RC Cars | | Brand Name | Tamiya | | Color | Orange | | Customer Package Type | Flat Free Package | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 14 Reviews | | Educational Objective | Model Building, Mechanical Assembly, Basic Electronics | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04950344584413 | | Included Components | Tamiya 58441 Off Road Buggy Champ 2009 Racing Buggy Kit | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor | | Item Dimensions | 22.63 x 14.88 x 5.75 inches | | Item Type Name | MODEL KIT | | Item Weight | 2 kg | | Manufacturer | Tamiya | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 192 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 192 | | Manufacturer Part Number | TAM58441 | | Material Type | Aluminum, Metal, Plastic | | Model Name | Off Road Buggy Champ 2009 Racing Buggy Kit | | Model Number | TAM58441 | | Model Year | 2014 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Operation Mode | manual | | Power Source | Battery Powered | | Size | 22.625 x 14.88 x 5.75 inches | | Theme | off-road | | Toy Vehicle Form | Car | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Images ![58441 Off Road Buggy Champ 2009 Racing Buggy Kit - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61XhoPb9SdL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Besides a 2-Channel radio transmitter/receiver and a battery pack/charger. What else do I need to get this running?** A: You will need a steering servo , also an esc if you purchase from Japan . If you purchase from an United States hobby shop an Esc will be included. Don’t forget about a charger too . ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A blast from the past *by S***M on July 27, 2023* This a reproduction of my first RC car. It is a pretty faithful reproduction, which causes a couple of problems. You will have to get a “shorty” battery to fit in the waterproof box (the kit provides a foam piece to keep it from rattling around). Unless you have a Tamiya esc (or at least the power switch from one) it will be difficult to fit the on/off switch in the stock location. Lastly, this is an old design. The dampers are not terribly great, the suspension is too stiff and this beast is way too heavy. If you take this into account, this is a wonderful model. If they tried to fix all of the design problems, I would have given this car a much lower score. I plan on getting its sister product, the Sand Scorcher, as soon as I can afford it. Which brings me to my last gripe, the price. For this money, you can get a much more capable RC car. But, to me anyway, nothing can match the nostalgia, you just have to know what you are buying. ### ⭐⭐⭐ For an almost $600 RC Car, you don't get a radio controller *by S***7 on December 8, 2020* Well, I recently got an old vintage Rough Rider that my friend built 40 years ago. After making the adjustment, maintenance, and some upgrades, I managed to make it working perfectly, so I decided to buy a new model for him to build as a Christmas gift. The shipping was fast, I received it in three days after the PO. However, after I opening the shipping package, I was stunned when reading the instructions on model box. The RC Controller, receiver, car battery, servo are sold separately! I checked on Amazon, another $160 for a 2 channel RC Controller package. No kidding! ($519+$160)*1.08=$733 to get the model built, regardless the paint cost! I gave up and ordered another one from a third party with $386 including shipping and received package three days later. The money I saved on the second one allow me to get all the necessary parts I need to complete the build, and I prepared all the parts along with the second order and give it to my friend as a gift. Quality (based on the second order I made): 1. Overall, the plastic used in the 2009 model feels "cheap" compared to the 1979 version, obvious downgraded for the rear bumper. 2. Combined receiver power supply with the motor power supply using a single modern ESC which provides additional room for adding a larger Li-Po battery which is a plus. In old 1979 model, the receiver will have a separate AA battery pack for power supply, and the receiver will drive two servo, one for steering, and another for adjusting the circuit board contact to allow the current flow magnitude (direction and volume) to the motor (similar to the sliding rheostat). 3. The metal parts is slightly lighter compared to the 1979 version, I can't tell the rigidity for those parts. Overall, the upgraded (I would say cost saving) product from Tamiya will be easier to build compared to the old ones. However, the "upgrade" (eliminate a servo and battery pack to the radio receiver) doesn't justify the overwhelming price tag. It will be reasonable for a RC build kit under $400 without the vital parts. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Durable *by K***. on August 2, 2021* I had the original Version Drove it till the parts wore out 2 yrs ,Very Fun and nimble --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/31391484-58441-off-road-buggy-champ-2009-racing-buggy-kit](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/31391484-58441-off-road-buggy-champ-2009-racing-buggy-kit) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-09-04*