Legendary hybrid 1/12 racer with 4WD & 3P suspension
Arrives as a kit after more than 30 years!
In the 1980s, 1/12 scale electric on-road racing was defined by fierce competition between 4WD models with ladder chains and agile 2WD cars with 3-point (3P) suspension. Kyosho’s Phantom EP-4WD dominated on both temporary parking-lot tracks and permanent asphalt circuits, while the rear 2WD Plazma series leveraged its lightweight design and simple drivetrain to excel where battery efficiency was key.
From this competitive era emerged a hybrid — the Plazma Phantom — which combined the Plazma’s main chassis and rear suspension with the Phantom’s drivetrain. Piloted by Kyosho works drivers, it blended 4WD traction with 3P suspension adaptability to deliver outstanding race results. But no kit was ever sold, leaving enthusiasts to build conversions from individual parts.
Now, decades later, the wait is over. The Phantom PZF T-33 brings the Plazma Phantom to market as a kit for the first time. More than just a parts combination, the Phantom PZF T-33 features newly developed components for performance beyond what was possible in the ’80s. The quick-handling T-33 body also returns, expanding the body lineup.
Compared to building a Plazma Phantom from separate re-releases, the Phantom PZF delivers better cost efficiency and puts a true works-spec machine within reach. Now enhanced with modern refinements for even greater performance!
•Kyosho Vintage Series No.19 is the first full-kit release of the special 4WD Plazma + Phantom model that was popular in the late 1980s.
•Ladder-chain 4WD delivers high-level traction even on low-grip surfaces.
•Includes reproduction of the T33 body, renowned for its sharp handling. Body is also compatible with existing Phantom & Plazma series.
•High-rigidity carbon main chassis and upper plate are paired with an FRP rear A-bar with optimal flex for enhanced tire grip.
•Newly developed rear A-bar joints with ball-connect design.
•1.5 mm thick spacers for the front axle mount allow adjustable ride height.
•Kingpin coil-type front suspension absorbs vibrations from surface gaps for optimal front tire traction.
•Tires come pre-mounted and trued on black wheels, eliminating the need for tire-setting.
•Dial-adjustable oil shock allow easy spring tension adjustments.
•Unassembled kit includes pre-mounted front and rear tires and an unpainted body.
This special edition pairs a ladder-chain 4WD system with A-arm suspension, delivering supple movement that maximizes rear-tire traction. Never offered as a kit in the 1980s, it is now available at last in response to long-standing fan demand.
Kingpin coil suspension, with springs mounted above the front knuckle arms as seen on the Phantom EP-4WD Ext, enhances cornering precision and boosts traction when powering out of turns.
Includes previously optional ball differential as standard. Its LSD-like effect delivers stable traction, with adjustable tension via the nut. Matching the Plazma MK.3 Limited reproduction, it uses a lightweight, high-rigidity 6 mm carbon shaft.
Previously optional dial-adjustable rear damper is now standard, allowing for quick and easy setup changes.
Newly developed metal ball-connect system pairs ball joints with a 7075 duralumin plate to deliver smooth suspension movement. O-rings are added on both sides for roll control, enabling a wide range of setup options.
Carbon fiber main chassis, based on the reproduced Plazma MK.3 Limited, is optimized for chain drive. Precision milling minimizes chain interference, while a relocated servo mount balances moderate flex with high rigidity for improved cornering performance.