Do these cars come with a controller ?

No, it's just a rolling kit. As with all Tamiya kits, requires Radio System, ESC, Battery and Charger to complete.

Do these car come fully assembled

No they are a kit of parts which you assemble and screw together They are not too difficult and come with a illustrated comprehensive instruction manual

Is the motor brushless?

No it's the basic Tamiya 540 motor still runs great There are plenty of alternative brushed and brushless motors available on Amazon if you want to upgrade

Can I use my old midnight pumpkin controller or do I need to buy a new one??

It will work fine with your old controller

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🚀 Build, customize, and conquer every terrain with the legendary Monster Beetle!

ADVANCED SUSPENSION SYSTEM - Four-wheel independent suspension with CVA oil dampers and double wishbone front/trailing arm rear setup for smooth, controlled rides.
RUGGED OFF ROAD PERFORMANCE - 130mm lug pattern pin spike tires on gold-plated wheels deliver unmatched grip and cushioning on any terrain.
COMPLETE HOBBYIST EXPERIENCE - Includes metal-plated detail parts and resin driver figure for authentic realism and hands-on assembly fun.
DURABLE ABS SPACE FRAME CHASSIS - Engineered for tough off-road action, ensuring long-lasting structural integrity and resilience.
ICONIC BEETLE BODY WITH CUSTOMIZABLE FINISH - Stand out with a classic yet bold polystyrene resin shell ready for your personal paint touch.

The Tamiya Monster Beetle 2015 RC Truck is a 1:10 scale assembly kit featuring a durable ABS space frame chassis, advanced 4-wheel independent suspension with CVA oil dampers, and chunky 130mm lug pattern tires on gold-plated wheels. This re-release of the iconic 1986 model includes a realistic Beetle body shell ready for custom paint, metal-plated detail parts, and a resin driver figure, delivering a premium off-road RC experience designed for hobbyists aged 12 and up.

Specifications

ASIN	B015YF4W4U
Age Range Description	Adult
Are Batteries Required	Yes
Batteries are Included	No
Battery Description	Alkaline
Best Sellers Rank	260,320 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 34 in Remote & App-Controlled 4x4 Crawlers
Brand Name	Tamiya
Colour	Unpainted
Country Of Origin	Japan
Customer Package Type	Standard Packaging
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 206 Reviews
Educational Objective	Learn practical skills and hobby activities
Global Trade Identification Number	04950344586189
Included Components	driver figure
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Outdoor
Is Assembly Required	Yes
Item Dimensions	36.5 x 51.4 x 13.7 centimetres
Item Weight	6.04 Pounds
Manufacturer	TAMIYA
Manufacturer Part Number	TAM58618
Manufacturer Warranty Description	3 Month Manufacturers warranty
Manufacturer recommended age	14 years and up
Material Type	Plastic
Model Name	RC Monster Beetle 2015
Model Number	TAM58618
Model Year	2015
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Number of Players	1 US
Operation Mode	Remote Control
Power Source	Battery Powered
Scale	1:10 Scale
Set Name	RC Monster Beetle 2015
Size	20.25 x 14.375 x 5.38 inches
Special Features	Radio Controlled Model
Sub Brand	Other License
Subject Character	Monster Beetle 2015
Theme	RC Cars
Toy Vehicle Form	Car
Unit Count	1.0 count

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