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1991 Taiyo Max Turbo Blaster (Single Motor)

BRANDYEARMODELPOWERSPEEDDRIVEAVAILABLEMINT VALUE*RATINGCOMMENT
taiyo logo very small199191218xAA Vsml 25 km/h
16 mph
2WD
Used: Occasional
NIB: Rare
value75 150
4.3 out of 5
Max. Turbo. Blaster. Has there ever been a better sounding product?
Rating
4.3
out of 5
Review CommentMax. Turbo. Blaster. Has there ever been a better sounding product?

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SPECIFICATIONS

ScaleDiff.Made inMotor
1/14UnknownSingaporeMabuchi RK370SD
SteeringSuspensionControllerFreq.
UnknownAll Shocks ​L - Chrome with Handle​Red(27Mhz)

MODEL REVIEW

The Taiyo Max Turbo Blaster is a radio control car released in 1991.

We have limited details on the Max Turbo Blaster, and so consider data and scoring on this page to be unverified. If you can contribute information or confirm details, leave a comment below!

Performance

The chassis appears to related to the 1988 Super Turbo Hopper, with modifications.

  • Jet Fighter Styling
  • 9.6v Turbo 8xAA
  • 2WD
  • Single Mabuchi 280 Motor
  • Top Speed 25km/h (16mph)
  • All Round Shocks
  • Chrome Rims and Off-Road Tires

Note: It has been reported that this Single-Motor version of the Max Turbo Blaster has magnetic steering, which while better than passive, isn't as a good as active. 

Multiple release, same name

Taiyo first released a 'Max Turbo Blaster' in 1989 as model 8905. Over a year after writing this article, we've finally learned the difference. The 1989 model uses a Twin Turbo (2 Motor) chassis, incredible! See the article on that model here:

Thank you to Nostalgia RC's YouTube channel for this video.

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    VALUE / PRICE HISTORY

    Average Price

    $67.23

    Highest Price

    $349.99

    This average price is based on 44 sales we have recorded (max 10 shown).

    DatePriceConditionTypeTitle
    13 Jun 2025$349.99Brand NewBuyTaiyo tyco max turbo blaster 2 motor rare new in box hopper bandit lamborghini
    30 Apr 2025$15.28UsedBuyMacchina taiyo max turbo blaster radiocomandata non funzionante da sistemare
    30 Apr 2025$15.31UsedBuyTaiyo max turbo blaster rc machine not working to fix
    30 Apr 2025$14.92UsedBuyTaiyo max turbo blaster rc machine not working to fix
    30 Apr 2025$14.75UsedBuyTaiyo max turbo blaster rc machine not working to fix
    30 Apr 2025$14.54UsedBuyTaiyo max turbo blaster rc machine not working to fix
    30 Mar 2025$68.88UsedBuyTaiyo max turbo blaster remote control 25km h turb buggy gig charger
    30 Mar 2025$68.08UsedBuyTaiyo max turbo blaster remote control 25km h turb buggy gig charger
    30 Mar 2025$67.12UsedBuyTaiyo max turbo blaster remote control 25km h turb buggy gig charger
    30 Mar 2025$68.52UsedBuyTaiyo max turbo blaster remote control 25km h turb buggy gig charger
    Prices in USD. NIB = New In box, MIB = Mint in Box, EC = Excellent Condition, VGC = Very Good Condition, GC+ = Good condition plus, GC = Good condition, PC = Poor Condition. With Controller = Car with controller. With Box = Box, Car, and Controller. We make all efforts to ensure data is accurate, but cannot guarantee it is.

    Information here is to the best of my knowledge at the time of writing, and is frequently updated and improved as I learn more. Contact Me for Feedback or Corrections.

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