Yokomo YZ-870CP Super Dog Fighter heritage reissue with carbon main chassis
This heritage reissue of the Super Dog Fighter blends the classic Protech 4 silhouette with targeted modern materials to strengthen key load areas. Black carbon parts on the main chassis, the front and rear shock towers, and the servo stay improve torsional rigidity while an under cowl helps limit dust ingress on rough terrain.
Chassis rigidity and construction
The kit highlights mechanical authenticity while upgrading the main plate to carbon for greater stiffness compared with the original layout. Carbon shock towers and a carbon servo mount reduce flex around the radio gear, and aluminum bulkheads plus milky-white caps and rod ends preserve the visual cues of the vintage release.
Period-correct body and wheel treatment
The Protech 4 body reproduces the original silhouette that defines this model. Tires, wheel diameters and wheel coloring are matched to the period look, and the under cowl adds protection to the lower chassis when running on dirt or gravel, prioritizing authentic appearance over modern aero changes.
Drive train and mechanical parts
The kit supplies front and rear gear differentials and a conventional slipper clutch suited to contemporary electric powertrains. Where appropriate, knuckles are machined from aluminum, and the shocks keep the original alumite finish with adjustable nuts for a wide range of preload settings. Bearings and fastener types reflect a period-correct assembly experience.
Intended builder and use
This release targets hobbyists and collectors who want a faithful revival of a classic off-road silhouette with selected modern reinforcements. It is ideal for builders seeking period detail alongside a stiffer chassis for general off-road running.
Specifications
- Brand: Yokomo
- Model Number: YZ-870CP
- Product: Super Dog Fighter - off-road buggy chassis kit
- Powertrain: Electric-powered
- Chassis material: Black carbon main chassis
- Shock towers: Carbon (front and rear)
- Servo stay: Carbon
- Body: Protech 4 silhouette body by Associated
- Bulkhead: Aluminum
- Knuckles: Aluminum front and rear
- Differentials: Front and rear gear differentials
- Slipper clutch: Standard slipper clutch
- Tires and wheels: Period-reproduced tread and wheel color/size
- Electronic Speed Control (ESC): Not Included
The Yokomo YZ-870CP Super Dog Fighter heritage reissue balances faithful styling with selective structural upgrades, delivering a distinctive vintage look with improved chassis stiffness for club-level off-road enjoyment.
