A model vehicle slipper clutch is provided, comprising a spur gear for
receiving torque from an actuator, a clutch driver plate secured to the
spur gear for receiving torque from the spur gear, a transmission input
shaft for transmitting torque from the slipper clutch to a model vehicle
transmission, a spring for applying a load to the driver plate in the
axial direction of the transmission input shaft, a bearing positioned
between the spring and driver plate for supporting the spur gear for
rotation about the transmission input shaft and for applying a load from
the spring to the drive plate in the axial direction of the transmission
input shaft.