Tamiya RC 1/10 Grasshopper Kit 58346Let It All Begin With This One Buggy! Based on 1 seater buggies seen tearing up dirt tracks across the U. S. in the 80's, the Grasshopper first made its appearance in R C stores in 1984. Boasting easy assembly and easy control, the lightweight Grasshopper proved an instant hit as the perfect entry level R C kit. Also compatible with a whole range of option parts such as oil shocks, a 540 motor and ball bearings, the Grasshopper was an entry level car