Yokomo YZ-870C Super Dog Fighter: a carbon-reinforced vintage-series off-road buggy reissue
The YZ-870C Super Dog Fighter returns here in a heritage-series variant that pairs a Protech 4 silhouette body with modern materials in key structural areas. The presentation aims to preserve the late-era silhouette of the original while improving torsional rigidity through black carbon components on the main chassis, front and rear shock towers, and servo stays. An under cowl is used to reduce dust intrusion during off-road running.
Chassis and construction focus
The kit emphasizes mechanical authenticity with a carbon main plate replacing standard materials for increased stiffness. Front and rear shock towers are also carbon, and the servo mount is formed from the same material to minimize flex around the radio gear. Aluminum bulkheads and reproduced milky-white caps and rod ends keep the visual character faithful to the vintage release.
Body, wheels and period-correct details
The Protech 4 body, manufactured to the original silhouette, gives the model its defining profile. Tire tread, wheel color and diameters are reproduced to match the period look, and an under cowl contributes to a more durable package for dirt running. The approach privileges an authentic appearance over modern aerodynamic reinterpretation.
Mechanical layout and components
The kit includes front and rear gear differentials and a slipper clutch to interface with contemporary electric powertrains. Knuckles are reproduced in aluminum where appropriate, and the shocks follow the original alumite color and use an adjustment nut system for a broad range of preload settings. Bearings and fastener styles reflect a period-correct assembly experience.
Who this kit suits
This release is aimed at hobbyists who value a faithful revival of a classic off-road silhouette combined with selective modern reinforcement. It is relevant to builders and collectors interested in period detail and a stiffer chassis platform for general off-road enjoyment.
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 YZ-870C Super Dog Fighter heritage reissue balances visual fidelity with targeted structural upgrades. Its combination of a Protech 4 silhouette and carbon reinforcement makes it a distinctive choice for modelers who appreciate vintage styling with improved chassis stiffness.
