For Tamiya on road vehicles with the TT01/TT02 chassis, replacing the stock battery with a 2s lipo is necessary in order to extend running time, improve throttle response and overall running speed. Next, we introduce two lipos designed to replace the 6 cells nimh, each with its own advantages.
Battery Recommendations for TT01 and TT02
Best Overall Battery
Gensace 2S 5000mAh 100C 7.4V Lipo with Deans Plug
Brand: Gensace
Voltage: 7.4V
Capacity: 5000mAh
Discharge Rate: 100C
Connector: Deans Plug
Size: 138 x 47 x 25 mm
Weight: 296g
Highlight: High Punch | Durable | Long Batt Life | Smart
This lipo is suitable for almost all Tamiya 1/10 scale brushed/brushless rc cars. Compared to NiMH, it has a significant improvement in wattage. BTW, 100C gives you mooore punch, and boost the throttle and steer response.
In addition, this battery is a SMART battery. Its balancing connector is Gensace’s exclusive G-tech balancing connector. It is compatible with most chargers, and when used with Gensace iMars mini charger or the high power 2 channel D300 charger, it is extremely easy to use with smart features such as automatic charging.
Best Budget Battery
OVONIC 5200mah 2s 50C 7.4V Lipo with Deans Connector
Brand: OVONIC
Voltage: 7.4V
Capacity: 5200mAh
Discharge Rate: 50C
Connector: Deans/T connector
Size: 137mm x 46mm x 24mm
Weight: 245g
Highlight: Budgeted | Long Run Time | Durable
These 5200mah lipos not only provides longer run time, but most importantly, it is the best budget choice. Besides, the 50C provides plenty of output watt.
Lipo Battery Requirements for TT01 and TT02
Capacit and size: The size of the battery tray for TT01 and TT02 is 140 x 50 x 25mm (L x W x H) and is not retractable. Therefore the maximum capacity of the runnable 2s hard case lipo battery is around 5000mah.
Connector: The connector of TT01 and TT02 is Tamiya, while most of the 2S lipo in the market are Deans or others. So you need to replace or use an adapter [Tamiya Male to Female Deans Adapter]. (Tamiya Male to Female Deans Adapter).
Hardcase and Softcase: Personally, I prefer hardcase batteries as they provide better protection for the battery internals during RC car runs, making them more durable.
Below are two recommended batteries selected after extensive market research. Each has its own unique features. If you are interested, please read on.
