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The Tyco High Rider is a simple 1/20 scale radio controlled car manufactured by Taiyo Toys (Japan), and released by Tyco Toys in the US and global markets in 1992.
2308 Tyco High Rider Car Right Best
Features and Performance
A basic 4 x AA (6V) model without suspension, the High Rider is very much a kids toy, though it's well made and durable, with attractive box art.
2308 Tyco High Rider Box Art
Unbreakable?
The knobby wheels, solid build, large front bumper and relatively slower speed means it's virtually impossible for a kid to break one of these, which is pretty much true for all 4xAA Tyco R/C cars. It's this robust, unbreakable nature that's a large part of their charm. These were toys made to last, before we really got stuck into the whole "disposable everything" way of life.
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Availability and Collectability
For Tyco completionists, or those who simply love the late 80s / early 90s fluro styling, this may be a model you'll want to grab, though it's surprisingly uncommon, with few examples ever appearing for sale online.
Dino rider's monoclonius with head guard. Dino-riders. Vintage 1987 tyco. Mint
01 Apr 2025
$12.58
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Dino rider "demon" dino-rider tyco 1987 vintage figure. Series 1.
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.
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