Tamiya 47531 - 1/10 Nissan R91CP Direct-Drive 2WD assembly kit  [47531]

Tamiya 47531 Nissan R91CP — a Group C style 1/10 model on a direct-drive 2WD layout

The Tamiya 47531 Nissan R91CP kit recreates a low-slung Group C-style prototype in 1/10 scale, focusing on structural fidelity and exterior detailing rather than race tuning. The package pairs a detailed polycarbonate body and separate wing with a straightforward direct-drive 2WD layout, making the kit an exercise in accurate appearance and mechanical clarity.

Chassis and mechanical layout

The underlying platform is an ABS bathtub-style chassis reinforced with front and rear space frames and FRP plates. That composite approach gives a rigid foundation for the suspension hardware described in the kit: an independent coil-sprung king-pin arrangement at the front and a three-point rear layout using a 1.5mm FRP T-bar with a single CVA oil-filled damper. Drive is direct to the rear in a 2WD arrangement, and the drivetrain uses a pressure plate ball differential matched to a 540-type brushed motor supplied with the kit.

Bodywork, cockpit and scale detailing

The polycarbonate body captures the R91CP silhouette and mounts separately molded wing and light cases. A styrene cockpit tub and driver figure are included to add interior presence under the clear shell, and several small black nylon parts reproduce mirrors, wing stays and intake details. The kit also supplies helmet markings for the three named drivers associated with the car.

Running gear and on-surface intent

Tamiya specifies foam/sponge tires mounted to gun-metal 5-spoke wheels, a common choice for on-road Group C replicas where traction on smooth surfaces and carpets is prioritized. The suspension and tire combination, together with spacer-set options for front and rear ride height, are aimed at producing controlled, predictable handling on smooth driving surfaces rather than lightweight racing performance.

Who this kit is for

The 47531 Nissan R91CP is most useful to hobbyists who value accurate exterior reproduction and an instructive assembly experience. It suits builders who want a display-ready scale replica with plausible mechanical layout and collectors who prefer historically rooted models presented on a clear, serviceable chassis.

As a historical Group C replica, the Tamiya 47531 Nissan R91CP balances visible scale fidelity with a robust, easy-to-follow mechanical layout. It is a solid option for builders and collectors who want a hands-on model that emphasizes accurate form and straightforward mechanical presentation.