1/28 TC28 4WD Team Kit

The Hobby Hideaway Verdict: A Belt-Driven Masterpiece for the Micro Track! At Hobby Hideaway, we live and breathe 1/28 scale racing, so when Team Associated announced the TC28 4WD Team Kit, our team was completely blown away. This isn't just another ready-to-run micro car—this is a purebred, unassembled race kit explicitly designed to dominate the track. By packing competition-grade features like a mid-motor configuration and a full-time belt-driven 4WD system into a 1/28 scale platform, Team Associated is directly challenging the established titans of the micro track. Whether you are battling for the top of the podium in our local leagues or tuning for ultra-precise hot laps, the TC28 is an absolute game-changer.

Competition-Grade Engineering in Miniature What sets the TC28 Team Kit apart is its uncompromised race geometry. Built on a heavy steel chassis plate to keep the center of gravity impossibly low, it stays planted through high-speed sweepers without traction rolling. The equal-length dual-belt 4WD system delivers buttery smooth power transfer, eliminating the torque-steer often found in shaft-driven micro cars. Combined with true independent suspension front and rear, this chassis responds precisely to every setup tweak, allowing you to dial in your handling perfectly for high-grip RCP tracks or slicker indoor surfaces.

Key Features & Technical Specs:

• Unassembled Team Kit: A true builder's chassis that allows you to choose your own micro electronics, radio gear, and body for a completely customized racing experience.

• Belt-Driven 4WD: Features a highly efficient, full-time dual-belt drivetrain for incredibly smooth acceleration and precise cornering.

• Low Center of Gravity: Built on a heavy steel chassis plate that naturally lowers the CG to prevent traction rolls on high-bite surfaces.

• Mid-Motor Layout: The optimized mid-motor configuration provides perfect front-to-rear weight distribution for razor-sharp handling.

• Independent Suspension: Fully independent front and rear suspension allows for massive adjustability, from camber and toe to ride height and droop.

• Fluid Differentials: Equipped with tunable fluid gear differentials for maximum traction and corner-exit punch.

Hobby Hideaway Pro Tip: Because this is a pure belt-driven race chassis, belt tension is everything! When you are assembling the TC28, take your time setting the tensioners. You want the belts just tight enough so they don't skip a tooth under hard acceleration, but loose enough that the drivetrain spins incredibly freely without binding. A drivetrain that is too tight will rob your micro motor of top speed and cause it to overheat quickly. After your first few practice packs on the track, re-check the tension, as new belts will slightly stretch and break in!

Why buy from Hobby Hideaway? Hobby Hideaway is a brand bigger than any one person, and our dedicated team of employees is here to support your RC journey. We advocate for an "old-school" service model where technical education and community come first. Because our shop specializes in the 1/28 scale racing scene, we don't just sell the kits—we race them. Whether you are building your very first micro race kit or need advice on selecting the perfect micro brushless motor and ESC combo to drop into this chassis, our team provides the professional-grade support you need to keep your lap times dropping.

Join the Action in Ottawa! Ready to rule the track? Stop by our shop in Ottawa at 112-1455 Youville Dr in Orléans. Because our indoor track is explicitly dedicated to the 1/28 scale racing community, this TC28 Team Kit will be right at home. Bring your built chassis in, grab some pit space, and test your setup against the local clock. Join our ever-growing community of local hobbyists, swap setup sheets, and experience the adrenaline of the competitive RC community in person!

Note: This is an unassembled race kit. It requires a 1/28 scale micro motor, micro ESC, micro steering servo, compatible micro receiver, 2.4GHz transmitter, 2S micro LiPo battery, compatible LiPo balance charger, 1/28 scale wheels/tires, and a 1/28 scale body to complete.