Description
A Rally Legend Returns
The Subaru Impreza Monte-Carlo ’99 is one of the most iconic rally cars ever built and represents Subaru’s golden era in the World Rally Championship. Competing in the 1999 Monte Carlo Rally, the two-door Impreza combined a turbocharged boxer engine, advanced all-wheel drive technology, and exceptional handling to become one of the most recognizable rally cars of its generation.
Tamiya faithfully recreates this rally icon in 1/10 scale, featuring a detailed polycarbonate body, authentic Monte Carlo rally graphics, separate rear wing and side mirrors, and the highly versatile TT-02 4WD chassis. Rally Block tires provide excellent traction on both pavement and hard-packed dirt, making this model as capable as it is beautiful.
Key Features
- Faithful replica of the Subaru Impreza Monte-Carlo ’99 rally car
- Durable and lightweight polycarbonate body
- Authentic Monte Carlo rally sponsor and team decals
- Separate molded rear wing and side mirrors
- Proven TT-02 shaft-driven 4WD chassis
- Rally Block tires for mixed-surface driving
- Gold rally-style wheels
- Tamiya Torque-Tuned 540 motor included
- Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) included
- Large range of TT-02 Hop-Up tuning parts available
- Suitable for both beginners and experienced RC enthusiasts
Why Choose the Subaru Impreza Monte-Carlo ’99?
Few rally cars are as recognizable as the Subaru Impreza WRC. Its iconic blue-and-gold livery, turbocharged boxer engine, and championship-winning heritage made it a fan favorite around the world. This Tamiya kit allows you to build and drive one of rally racing’s greatest legends while enjoying the reliability and upgrade potential of the TT-02 platform.
TT-02 – Versatile Shaft-Driven 4WD Chassis
The TT-02 chassis features a balanced layout with the battery positioned on the left and the motor on the right for excellent stability and predictable handling. Its simple construction and easy maintenance make it ideal for newcomers, while its extensive tuning potential appeals to experienced hobbyists.
Equipped with Rally Block tires, this model performs confidently on asphalt, parking lots, and hard-packed dirt surfaces.
Technical Specifications
- Scale: 1/10
- Length: 442 mm
- Width: 186 mm
- Height: 140 mm
- Wheelbase: 257 mm
- Chassis: TT-02
- Drivetrain: Shaft-Driven 4WD
- Differentials: Front and Rear 4-Bevel Gear Differentials
- Suspension: 4-Wheel Double Wishbone
- Dampers: Friction Dampers
- Tires: Rally Block Tires
- Wheels: Gold Rally Wheels
- Gear Ratio: 9.58:1
- Motor: Tamiya Type 540 / Torque-Tuned
- Body: Polycarbonate
- Ground Clearance: Rally Setup
What’s Included
- Tamiya Subaru Impreza Monte-Carlo ’99 kit
- TT-02 4WD chassis
- Clear polycarbonate body
- Separate rear wing
- Separate side mirrors
- Rally Block tires
- Gold wheels
- Full decal sheet
- Window masking stickers
- Tamiya Torque-Tuned 540 motor
- Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)
- Illustrated assembly manual
Required Items
- 2-channel radio system
- Steering servo
- 7.2V NiMH or 7.4V LiPo battery
- Compatible battery charger
- AA batteries for transmitter
- Tamiya PS-series polycarbonate paint
Recommended Battery
For maximum performance, we recommend using a 2S LiPo battery (7.4V). A LiPo battery provides stronger acceleration, longer runtime, and more consistent power delivery compared to traditional NiMH batteries.









