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The Tyco Mini Blaster was a 4xAA full function remote control car, released in 1992 by Tyco.
Five years after their major success with the Jet Hopper / Turbo Hopper, and later the Typhoon, Taiyo and Tyco created a mini-sensation when they released the Mini Blaster into the public.
A smaller version of the full size 9.6V Taiyo Blaster, the Mini Blaster was an instant hit thanks to its eye catching design and packaging, excellent Taiyo build quality, and full function performance for a low price.
The Mini Blaster looked futuristic and awesome to any kid in the 90s.And Tycos artistry on the boxes was as good as always.
Despite its smaller size and less powerful 4xAA battery power, the Mini Blaster was still plenty of fun to drive, with a basic rear suspension system and the usual Taiyo / Tyco build quality, which was especially good considering the reduced price point.
These remain excellent first RC cars for youngsters today, with just enough power and handling to make them fun, but not so much that they're likely to break anything in a hurry.
The Mini Blaster is an excellent addition to any collection, as one of the best examples of the Taiyo / Tyco 'Mini' range, and with a large number sold they're relatively easy to buy and will remain in the minds of so many 80s/90s kids including myself, who still hold nostalgic memories of them.
This average price is based on 9 sales we have recorded (max 10 shown).
Date
Price
Condition
Type
Title
19 Jul 2025
$12.49
Used
Buy
Tyco rc vintage mini blaster precision built radio control - as is
23 Apr 2025
$40.00
Used
Buy
Vtg taiyo/tyco 27 mhz mini blaster mini hopper rc car toy dune buggy
21 Jan 2025
$5.00
Used
Auction
Vintage rc tyco mini blaster buggy (parts)
11 Dec 2024
$35.00
Used
Buy
Rare vintage 1991 tyco rc radio control mini blaster off road car free shipping
28 Nov 2024
$12.79
Used
Buy
Vtg 80's tyco mini blaster rc racecar black pink yellow white powers on!
24 Nov 2023
$30.00
Used
Buy
Vintage 80's tyco r/c mini blaster radio racer car no remote untested
11 Jul 2023
$27.50
Used
Buy
Vintage tyco mini blaster rc tested works
25 Jun 2023
$69.99
Used
Buy
Vintage 80's tyco r/c mini blaster radio racer car tested works
15 Feb 2023
$38.00
Used
Buy It Now
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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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