The DF-02 by Tamiya is a 1/10 scale R/C buggy, based on the popular TT-01 platform, released in 2004. The buggy features a shaft-drive 4WD transmission with gear differentials front and rear, and

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on all four wheels. It is recommended for beginners due to its relatively low cost and ease of building. It is available in both kit and "Expert Built" ready-to-run form, with a choice of four different body styles (''Plasma Edge'', ''Gravel Hound'', ''Rising Storm'' and ''Aero Avante''). Several upgrade parts are available such as

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turnbuckles for adjusting camber and

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angles, and threaded-body

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. In 2013, it was superseded by the all-new TT02B chassis. The last DF-02 model was released in 2014.

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