TAMIYA 28501 1/35 SCALE FUKUIRAPTOR

Length: 118mm. Image shows assembled and painted kit.
Human silhouettes are included to give a sense of scale.

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What kind of dinosaur was Fukuiraptor? Why were its fossils found in Japan? What physical features did they have? How was the natural environment at that time? A greater understanding makes your model more realistic and the modeling experience more fun. Click on the link below to see a detailed explanation by experts of dinosaur studies.
Fukuiraptor and Fukuisaurus : Japanese Dinosaurs

The age of the dinosaurs: an era that continues to fascinate as we make further discoveries and gain a deeper understanding of what was happening hundreds of millions of years ago.

What was Fukuiraptor?
Fukui Prefecture in Japan is a hotbed of dinosaur fossil discovery and research. There, Katsuyama City is the site of a layer of exposed rock dating back 120 million years called the Kitadani Formation, and it was there that the fossilised remains of the first new species of carnivore discovered in Japan – in 2000 named Fukuiraptor kitadaniensis – were found. The specimen is 4.7 meters in length, but it is believed that Fukuiraptor in fact grew to larger sizes. Possessing sharp teeth, large front claws and long hind legs, it is thought that Fukuiraptor preyed upon herbivores such as Fukuisaurus.

Based upon academic research
This is a scale model with realistic depictions of shape, pose and even skin texture based upon evidence gathered from research performed by recognized academic institutions and giving it life.
With the cooperation of Dinosaur Institute, Ltd.
Design consulting: Kazunari Araki
Supervised by Soki Hattori, Associate Professor at Fukui Prefectural University and Researcher at Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

No cement required – the Clic Loc series!
Faithful to their subjects in form but with a simple assembly process in which parts simply fit together, these Clic Loc series models achieve a fine finish using a small number of parts.

What color was Fukuiraptor?
Unfortunately, there is no evidence in the fossil record regarding its color, but we can refer to its distant relatives in the modern day, and there are plenty of ideas in reference materials both printed and electronic. Think about the environment it lived in, too! Tamiya Color paint products are recommended.

About the Model
★This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 118 mm. ★Snap-together assembly. ★Slide-molded head for fine detail including the fearsome Fukuiraptor teeth. ★Crisp molding on the sharp claws. ★Realistic pose and body lines really bring the model to life. ★The kit comes with a display base part, and human silhouettes to give a sense of scale. ★A detailed color leaflet is included with background information on Fukuiraptor and other dinosaurs discovered in Fukui.

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During World War II, the German army, troubled by the deep snow and rough roads of Russia, developed the RSO (=RaupenSchlepper Ost: Eastern Tracked Tractor) as a countermeasure. The RSO had a tracked chassis and a 70-horsepower air-cooled engine, allowing for stable driving at low speeds regardless of the road surface. The first production type, the RSO/01, is characterized by its rounded cabin made of pressed steel plate. Production began in October 1942, and from the spring of the following year, improvements were made, such as raising the bottom of the cabin by about 30 mm to avoid interference between the snow tracks and the body. In addition, some vehicles were seen with the exhaust pipe silencer removed, and snow tracks could be attached to the tracks to improve off-road capability. The RSO continued to operate in a wide range of theaters of theater, including the Eastern Front, towing artillery and transporting supplies.

Model Specifications
★Overall length 126mm, overall width 64mm. Modeled to capture the characteristics of vehicles produced from spring 1943 onwards based on research of the actual vehicle. ★The rounded cabin, created by press molding, is realistically reproduced. ★The cargo bed can be displayed with the canvas cover extended or with only the canvas frame remaining. ★The tracks are of the partial link type with straight sections as a single piece. ★Includes one driver figure, two types of waterslide decals (including one for the Eastern Front in 1944), and pre-cut mask stickers for painting windows and window frames.

About the model
This is a 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit.
Length: 480mm, height: 380mm.
The injection moulded PS body is red like Item 58065.
The front grille design is changed from Item 58065.
Comes with new additional stickers which have additional illustrations of a female character.
With the updated front sections, LED lights (sold separately) can be installed.
Features the same 4WD & 4WS chassis as the Super Clod Buster.
Electronic Speed Controller is included.

What’s included?
ESC
2x Type 540 motor
Unfinished body is red in colour

What’s needed?
Transmitter & receiver
Servo
Battery and charger
Tools to help with assembly of the kit

Tamiya 58762 Clod Buster: 1/10 Monster Truck with Big-Foot Character
The Tamiya 58762 Clod Buster returns as a purposefully styled monster truck kit aimed at hobbyists who value scale presence and an unmistakable silhouette. The 2026 release emphasizes the model’s visual heft and traditional big-foot proportions rather than lightweight racing attributes. The kit’s design intent is evident in the body lines, wheel spacing, and the overall setup that recalls the original Clod Buster character.

Chassis and mechanical character
The package centers on a Big-Foot style chassis that prioritizes visual scale and rugged aesthetics. Structural choices favor a broad stance and a robust-looking underframe, giving the completed model a substantial road-hugging appearance. Expect layout decisions that support larger wheels and pronounced fender gaps, consistent with monster truck styling in this segment.

Bodywork and scale presence
The Clod Buster body reproduces the familiar blocky fenders and raised ride height associated with big-foot trucks. Panel details and proportions are arranged to read clearly at 1/10 scale, which helps the model hold its presence on display. The shell and accessories focus on recognizable cues rather than micro-scale surface detailing, aligning with the model’s display and collection appeal.

Suitability and intended audience
This kit is oriented toward model builders and collectors who prefer assembling a visually striking monster truck. The 58762 Clod Buster fits well for those who enjoy a heavier-looking truck for display or casual off-road running rather than those seeking lightweight or circuit-oriented performance. The build offers an opportunity to assemble a classic-format monster truck within a familiar Tamiya kit structure.

Build impressions without procedural guidance
The kit’s structural choices and component layout suggest moderate assembly complexity typical of branded plastic kits in this class. Fit and finish are aimed at hobbyists accustomed to kit assembly; the model rewards careful assembly for best visual results. The emphasis remains on recreating the Clod Buster aesthetic at a scale that is display-friendly and mechanically straightforward.