Koopa Dasher
| Koopa Dasher | |
|---|---|
 The Koopa Dasher in Mario Kart Tour | |
| Size class | MKDD: Light MKT: Any |
| Strong stats | Acceleration (MKDD) |
| Average stats | None (MKDD) |
| Weak stats | Speed, Weight (MKDD) |
| Appears in | Mario Kart: Double Dash!!, Mario Kart Tour |
The Koopa Dasher (or the Koopa Wing)[1] is a kart in the Mario Kart series. It is shaped like a Green Shell with a "K" on the front. In early screenshots, it had an "N", because Koopa Troopa's Japanese name is Nokonoko.[2]
History[edit]
Mario Kart: Double Dash!![edit]
The Koopa Dasher first appears in Mario Kart: Double Dash!! as the signature kart of Koopa Troopa. It is a lightweight kart available by default. The Koopa Dasher is unique among the other lightweight karts, being larger with a little more weight compared to the others, allowing it to withstand hits from heavier karts better. It also has below-average speed, good acceleration, and decent handling. Its speed and acceleration are tied with the Rattle Buggy and the Boo Pipes, with the latter stat being slightly stronger than the Toad Kart's. Additionally, the Koopa Dasher bounces more than the Toad Kart and Rattle Buggy despite being heavier than them.
Mario Kart Tour[edit]
The Koopa Dasher returns in Mario Kart Tour, where it is classified as a Normal kart. It no longer has a "K" on it, being replaced by the driver's emblem, the platform is absent, and its wheels no longer resemble shells. In the beta version, the kart used the Pipe Frame's tires, but in the final game, it uses the Turbo Yoshi's tires. The Koopa Dasher increases the duration of Rocket Start boosts and the number of points earned upon performing a Rocket Start.
The game also introduces a Dry Bones-themed variant of the Koopa Dasher, aptly named the Dry Bones Dasher, in the 2023 Bowser Tour, and is designated as a High-End kart.
The Koopa Dasher appears in the First Pipe and Second Pipe of every tour and is a part of the Daily Selects set. The following table lists other availabilities for this kart by tour.
| Tour | Availability |
|---|---|
| New York Tour | Tour gift 64 Grand Stars required |
| Peach Tour | Tour gift 75 Grand Stars required |
| Sunset Tour | Tour gift 75 Grand Stars required |
Statistics[edit]
Mario Kart: Double Dash!![edit]
- Speed
- Acceleration
- Weight
- Website bio: This aerodynamic turtle shell is faster than the Goo-Goo Buggy, but with lower acceleration. The Koopa Dasher is a great choice for light characters.
Mario Kart Tour[edit]
| Special skill |  Rocket Start Plus
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|---|---|---|---|
| Favorite courses (Bonus points ×2) |
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| Favored courses (Bonus points ×1.5) |
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* indicates a favored course upgraded to a favorite course after reaching level 3. ** indicates a favored course upgraded to a favorite course after reaching level 6. | |||
Gallery[edit]
Mario Kart: Double Dash!![edit]
Artwork of the Koopa Dasher
Artwork with Koopa and Paratroopa
In-game icon
Mario Kart Tour[edit]
The icon of the Koopa Dasher from the Beta Test
Luigi in the Koopa Dasher on 3DS Toad Circuit R
Mega Hammer Bro in the Koopa Dasher on London Loop 2
Koopa Troopa cheering in the Koopa Dasher on 3DS Daisy Hills
Koopa Troopa in the Koopa Dasher on RMX Rainbow Road 2
Koopa Troopa tricking in the Koopa Dasher on RMX Rainbow Road 2
Names in other languages[edit]
| Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese | ノコノコダッシュ[?] Nokonoko Dasshu |
Koopa Troopa Dash | |
| Chinese (simplified) | 慢慢龟冲刺[?] Mànmanguī Chōngcì |
Koopa Troopa Sprint | |
| Chinese (traditional) | 慢慢龜衝刺[?] Mànmanguī Chōngcì |
Koopa Troopa Sprint | |
| French | Koopa Mobile[?] | From Koopa and automobile | Mario Kart: Double Dash!! |
| Koopa bolide[?] | Koopa racing car | Mario Kart Tour | |
| German | Koopa-Flitzer[?] | Koopa Speeder | |
| Italian | Cabrio Koopa[?] | Koopa cabriolet | |
| Korean | 엉금엉금대시[?] Eonggeumeonggeum Daesi |
Koopa Troopa Dash | |
| Portuguese | Koopamóvel[?] | From Koopa and automóvel ("automobile") | |
| Spanish | Koopamóvil[?] | From Koopa and automóvil ("automobile") |
References[edit]
- ^ Hodgson, David S. (November 25, 2003). Mario Kart: Double Dash PRIMA's Official Strategy Guide. Prima Games (American English). ISBN 0-7615-4424-0. Page 29 and 33.
- ^ Pre-release screenshot showing the "N"
