Kyosho Inferno
| Category | 1:8 4WD off-road buggy |
|---|---|
| Constructor | Kyosho |
| Predecessor | Kyosho Burns Series |
| Technical specifications | |
| Chassis | Aluminum |
| Suspension (front) | Independent wishbone |
| Suspension (rear) | Independent wishbone |
| Engine | Two-stroke .21 "Nitro" (3.5cc) Mid mounted |
| Transmission | Shaft driven four-wheel-drive 3x 3-gear differentials |
| Fuel | Nitro |
| Brakes | Double center disc brakes (for front and rear) |
| Tyres | Rubber pin spike off-road tires with foam inserts |
| Competition history | |
| Debut | 1991 |
Designed by Yuichi Kanai the Kyosho Inferno is a 1/8 scale, four-wheel-drive, off-road competition buggy which was first released in late 1991 as the successor to the Kyosho Turbo Burns. As with the Burns series that came before it, each model has several versions with different factory specifications to suit specific budgets and skill levels. The first generation (MP3/MP4), now referred to as the "classic Inferno", was produced from late 1991 to the end of 1996 and won every IFMAR 1:8 IC Off-Road World Championship during its production run. With eight world titles under its belt, the Kyosho Inferno has been the most successful RC car in its scale and deserves the "fire"-themed brand name which has been in use since the release of the Kyosho Burns in 1988.