VehiclesTamiya TA02
1/10 scale · 4WD touring chassis · sold as kits
TA02 continued Tamiya's shaft-driven touring-car development in the 1990s, appearing beneath race-car bodies such as the Alfa Romeo 155 V6 TI. It uses an enclosed front and rear transmission connected by a propeller shaft, with independent suspension and oil dampers. The Alfa 58128 and Racing Special 58157 instructions provide two exact configurations within the family. Alfa factory instructions (opens in a new tab). Racing Special instructions (opens in a new tab).
The Alfa's front gear differential and rear ball differential need different assembly and lubrication procedures. Its setup also reflects the tires, body and hardware selected for that specific kit. Later short-wheelbase, wide-track and truck derivatives should be identified separately instead of treating every TA02 name as one interchangeable car. Factory instructions (opens in a new tab).
Restoring a used chassis is often a matter of understanding what is already fitted. One detailed TA02 rebuild retained apparently unworn differential components after cleaning, replaced a broken motor-mount part and compared replacement dampers with the originals. Its square LiPo pack did not fit the old battery compartment, illustrating why nominal scale and voltage do not establish physical pack clearance. Complete owner rebuild account (opens in a new tab).
Tamiya has also offered later TA02 conversion parts, including a carbon chassis set. Those options create choices for a running rebuild, but the particular kit, supporting parts and intended geometry still matter. Start with smooth gearbox operation, correctly assembled dampers and a free steering mechanism; a restored original plastic chassis remains a valid way to enjoy the period car. Tamiya carbon chassis conversion (opens in a new tab).
Each kit adds its own body, tires, pinion and motor. The chassis figures below apply to all of them.
| Kit | Part no. | Maker page |
|---|---|---|
 Alfa Romeo 155 V6 TI | 58128 | cdn.simba-dickie-group.dePage (opens in a new tab) |
 TA02 Racing Special Chassis Kit | 58157 | cdn.simba-dickie-group.dePage (opens in a new tab) |
| Spec | Value | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle | ||
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| Class | Touring | |
| Drive | 4WD | |
| Power | Motor not included | |
| Build | Kit | |
| Scale | 1/10 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
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| Pinion | With each kit | |
| Spur | Not published | |
| Transmission & axle | Not published | |
| Final drive | With each kit | |
| Wheels & tires | ||
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| Tire diameter | With each kit | |
| Power | ||
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| Motor | With each kit | |
| Battery | With each kit | |
Checked task pages, documented requirements and recorded factory fluids for this model. Follow the manufacturer's procedure for the exact assembly and revision.
Kit equipment can differ. Match the manual's box number to your kit before servicing it.
References apply to kit 58128. Match your box number and the cited configuration.
Exact Tamiya kit 58128; historical mechanical/electrical package retained. Owner-selected radio and later conversions excluded.
Exact kit front gear and rear ball-differential assembly. Keep the lubricants and bearing/washer arrangements separate.
No separate parts, tools or prerequisites have been indexed for this task. Read the cited reference before starting.
This is a partial service reference. Check the cited instructions for the full procedure and configuration-specific requirements. Mechanical tasks may need additional parts, quantities and reused hardware beyond the items listed here. Manual reviewed 2026-10-16.
Exact Tamiya kit 58128; historical mechanical/electrical package retained. Owner-selected radio and later conversions excluded.
Exact kit oil-damper assembly and installation; do not infer a common length for all chassis derivatives.
No separate parts, tools or prerequisites have been indexed for this task. Read the cited reference before starting.
This is a partial service reference. Check the cited instructions for the full procedure and configuration-specific requirements. Mechanical tasks may need additional parts, quantities and reused hardware beyond the items listed here. Manual reviewed 2026-10-16.
Exact Tamiya kit 58128; historical mechanical/electrical package retained. Owner-selected radio and later conversions excluded.
Exact kit21Tpinion and indexed motor mount. Match the pinion position and gear family before substitution.
No separate parts, tools or prerequisites have been indexed for this task. Read the cited reference before starting.
This is a partial service reference. Check the cited instructions for the full procedure and configuration-specific requirements. Mechanical tasks may need additional parts, quantities and reused hardware beyond the items listed here. Manual reviewed 2026-10-16.
No factory fluid grades are recorded here. That does not establish whether this vehicle uses oil, grease or friction components.
Indexed tasks link to checked physical PDF pages. Other links open full documents. Tasks and rebuild requirements not shown here still need review.
The 47479 set replaces the plastic TA02 tub with carbon upper and lower decks, moves the electronics lower and supplies matching shock towers. It keeps the existing drivetrain, but requires a substantial chassis rebuild and the correct linkage branch.
Factory instructions document this mechanical conversion. Retain the stated original parts and observe the fitted electronics limits; no measured performance gain is claimed.Factory setup guide for this configuration.
For Alfa 58128, start with the original front gear differential and rear ball differential. Their lubrication and assembly procedures differ. Inspect the ball races, pressure parts and bearings before adding power, and check that the completed gearboxes turn freely with the motor disengaged.[1] Exact Tamiya 58128 factory assembly and setup instructions (opens in a new tab)
The manual shows a 21T pinion and indexed motor mount. Match the pinion to that mount position and check its placement on the motor shaft before fitting the cover. Retain the CVA oil dampers while establishing a baseline; fresh seals and correct filling may address a service problem without changing the suspension geometry.[1] Exact Tamiya 58128 factory assembly and setup instructions (opens in a new tab)
Match wheels, tires, body posts and suspension parts to the numbered kit. TA02S, SW, W and T derivatives can have different dimensions and assemblies, so the family name is not a universal parts prescription. Verify battery clearance and the selected controller's limits separately when replacing the original electronics.[1] Exact Tamiya 58128 factory assembly and setup instructions (opens in a new tab)
Tamiya 47479 is a complete carbon-deck conversion for theTA02, including the matching shock towers and supporting hardware. It relocates the servo and speed controller, so it is a chassis rebuild rather than a cosmetic plate swap. Use the complete set and check the chosen body and dampers during the rebuild.[2] Exact manufacturer component option (opens in a new tab)
Factory setup guide for this configuration.
Treat 58157 Racing Special as its own TA02 configuration. Check its supplied motor-mount, gearbox and suspension diagrams before using a standard Alfa kit's settings or a short-wheelbase derivative's parts. The manual and service references belong to this numbered chassis kit even where individual Tamiya part numbers recur elsewhere.[1] Exact Tamiya 58157 factory assembly and setup instructions (opens in a new tab)
Assemble and check the drivetrain before fitting the chosen electronics. Use the differential's specified lubrication and confirm smooth rotation through both axle drives. Service the oil dampers and check free movement of the suspension and steering before interpreting a tight joint as a need for a stronger servo or different springs.[1] Exact Tamiya 58157 factory assembly and setup instructions (opens in a new tab)
A body, motor, controller and battery chosen for a running build need their own space and equipment checks. Match the actual wheelbase, body mounts, tire diameter and motor gearing to that finished configuration. A platform-level TA02 description cannot supply those kit-specific dimensions or a maximum power rating.[1] Exact Tamiya 58157 factory assembly and setup instructions (opens in a new tab)
176 collected part numbers. Collected . Unmarked parts are recorded listings, without a claim about factory installation; optional and upgrade listings are tagged. Key assemblies include recorded gear and shock identifiers. Open a part for its listing sources.
Platform entry.
4 source links for this model.
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Shared chassis, platform development and substantial structural parts reuse within the same brand or company.
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A shared family, manual or listing does not mean the parts fit both vehicles. Check the comparison and upgrade notes before ordering.
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