does this car come with controller and battery and charger

No, this is the car only. The controller, battery and charger all have to be purchased separately.

What is included in the kit?

Motor and rolling chassis. You need radio gear and speed controller. So these are neededSteering ServoSpeed controllerRadio and receiver Battery pack flat soft 6 cell or soft 2s lipo A desire to have fun!! Believe it or not, this thing on 2s is a ton of fun.

Does this come with ESC? The description says it does, but reviews say it didn't?

No,this is car only.Transmitter,Receiver,Servo,Battery,Battery Charger,and ESC,are all sold separately.

The description mentions electronic speed controller- is this included?

The Hornet I received only came with a motor. No speed control, radio, or steering servo so you will have to purchase to run. The body is also clear so you will need lexan paint.

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🚀 Own the off-road legend — build, race, and dominate with The Hornet!

GLOBAL HOBBYIST FAVORITE - Join a worldwide community of RC enthusiasts who demand quality and style.
PLUG AND PLAY POWERTRAIN - Includes high-performance TEU-101BK ESC and RS-540 motor for instant speed.
ICONIC 1 10 SCALE REALISM - Experience the legendary Hornet in stunning, true-to-life detail.
EFFORTLESS ASSEMBLY FOR SKILL BUILDERS - Step-by-step chassis build sharpens your technical know-how and pride.
DURABLE ABS BODY WITH AUTHENTIC GRAPHICS - Built to withstand off-road thrills while turning heads with classic styling.

The Tamiya The Hornet Model is a meticulously crafted 1/10 scale off-road buggy featuring a durable ABS plastic body with authentic graphics. It comes with an easy-to-assemble chassis equipped with a gearbox, suspension, wheels, and tires, plus a TEU-101BK electronic speed control and RS-540 motor. Perfect for RC hobbyists and model builders seeking a blend of classic design and high-performance functionality.

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Product Dimensions	48.26 x 33.17 x 11.28 cm; 1 kg
Manufacturer recommended age	4 years and up
Item model number	58336
Educational Objective(s)	Learning about vehicle assembly, technical skills and basic vehicle knowledge
Language:	English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Number of Game Players	1
Number of Puzzle Pieces	1
Assembly Required	Yes
Scale	1:10 Scale
Batteries Required?	Yes
Batteries Included?	No
tech_spec_battery_description_toys	7.2v NiMH or 7.4v 2S LiPo with Tamiya (molex) connector
Material Type(s)	Polypropylene
Remote Control Included?	No
number_of_channels	5
Color	Clear
ASIN	B000FG86VO

Tamiya The Hornet Model

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