Beschreibung
Tamiya Audi R8 LMS 2008 (TT-02) – GT3 Racing Excellence with a Pre-Painted Body
The Audi R8 LMS is one of the most successful GT3 race cars ever built. Introduced in 2008, it featured a powerful 5.2-liter V10 engine producing over 500 horsepower and quickly became a dominant force in GT racing around the world. This limited-edition version includes a factory pre-painted body finished in Tamiya PS-41 Bright Silver and PS-5 Black, complete with PS-31 Smoke-tinted windows. Wheel arches are pre-trimmed and body mount holes are pre-drilled, significantly reducing build time and making the kit ideal for both beginners and experienced RC enthusiasts.
Key Features
- Factory pre-painted Audi R8 LMS 2008 body
- Bright Silver (PS-41) and Black (PS-5) finish
- PS-31 Smoke-tinted windows
- Pre-cut wheel arches
- Pre-drilled body mount holes
- TT-02 shaft-driven 4WD chassis
- Black 16-spoke racing wheels
- Racing slick tires
- Separate side mirrors and rear wing
- Included 540 Torque-Tuned motor
- Included Hobbywing/Tamiya electronic speed controller
Why Choose a Pre-Painted Tamiya Kit?
Pre-painted Tamiya kits eliminate the need for painting, masking, trimming, and drilling body mount holes. The professionally finished body provides an excellent appearance straight out of the box while significantly reducing build time. It is a perfect choice for newcomers to the hobby and experienced builders who want to get on the track faster.
Interesting Fact
The Audi R8 LMS became one of the most successful customer GT3 race cars in the world, collecting hundreds of victories across international championships. Although Audi was famous for its quattro all-wheel-drive technology, GT3 regulations required the R8 LMS race car to use rear-wheel drive.
Technical Specifications
- Scale: 1/10
- Chassis: TT-02
- Length: 434 mm
- Width: 194 mm
- Height: 120 mm
- Wheelbase: 257 mm
- Drivetrain: 4WD
- Drive System: Shaft-driven
- Differentials: Front & rear 4-bevel gear differentials
- Suspension: Double wishbone
- Dampers: Friction dampers
- Tires: 27 x 67 mm racing slick tires
- Motor: Tamiya Torque-Tuned 540
- ESC: Hobbywing/Tamiya ESC included
- Body: Factory pre-painted polycarbonate
Included in the Box
- Tamiya Audi R8 LMS 2008 kit
- TT-02 chassis
- Factory pre-painted Audi R8 LMS body
- Smoke-tinted windows
- Pre-trimmed wheel arches
- Pre-drilled body mount holes
- Separate side mirrors
- Separate rear wing
- Decal sheet
- 540 Torque-Tuned motor
- Hobbywing/Tamiya electronic speed controller
- Illustrated assembly manual
Required for Operation
- 2-channel radio system with receiver
- Steering servo
- Drive battery
- Battery charger
- AA batteries for transmitter
Recommended Battery
For the best performance and runtime, we recommend using a 7.4V 2S LiPo battery together with a compatible LiPo charger. A quality 2S LiPo pack improves acceleration, extends runtime, and reduces overall vehicle weight compared to traditional NiMH batteries.






