Monthly Archives: February 2018

Tamiya products won the model of the year awards from German model magazine Modell Fan


The selection result of 2017 model (model of the year) elected by the German scale model magazine “Modell Fan” was announced at the Nürnberg Spielwaren Messe venue. From the new model released in Germany in 2017, the best models of each genre are selected by the selection committee of “Modell Fan” magazine reader vote and editorial staff. This time “1/48 Messerschmitt Bf 109 G – 6” “1/6 Honda CRF 1000 L Africa Twin” was awarded.

Modell des Jahres: Tamiya among the awards again!
German magazine Modell Fan has announced its Modell des Jahres (Models of the Year) at Spielware nmesse! Tamiya is delighted that our 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 and 1/6 Honda CRF 1000 L Africa Twin models were both honored with awards, which are chosen by the magazine’s staff and readership.

Tamiya 56357 1/14 Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3348 6×4 Tipper Truck official product video


The Arocs series is a line of heavy-duty models introduced in 2013 by the world’s leading truck manufacturer, Daimler AG (Germany). This R/C model assembly kit recreates the dual rear axle-driven Arocs 3348 6×4 tipper truck, which runs on a 12.8-liter turbocharged inline-6 engine capable of 480hp. The model has a realistic body, and a chassis featuring numerous metal parts. Gear changing is also possible via transmitter controls.

Length: 576mm, Width: 190mm, Height: 267mm.

● Assembly type 3-speed transmission allows gear changes via separately available 4-channel transmitter.
● Ladder frame chassis features aluminum side channels with resin cross members.
● Realistic 1-piece resin bed is reinforced with a metal frame.
● Power from the front-mounted motor is delivered to rear axles via propeller shaft. Built-in differential gear on each axle enables smooth cornering.
● Highly-realistic suspension utilizes metal leaf springs and friction dampers. The model enjoys easy driving thanks to the float-mounted die-cast front and reinforced resin rear axles.
● The highly detailed body breathtakingly captures the slimline form of the truck cab, including the distinctive bucket tooth design grille. Depictions of headlight guards, front bumper and skid plate underneath are parts of a truly realistic finish.

Official Tamiya New Item Release list for March 2018

R/C Models
 58654  1/10 R/C Lancia 037 Rally (TA02-S)
 84433  1/10 R/C TA07R Chassis Kit
 56356  1/14 R/C Grand Hauler (Matte Black Edition)
 51602  1/10 Scale R/C F104 Body Parts Set (2017)
 51603  F104 Wing Set (2017 / White)
 51604  F104 Wing Set (2017 / Black)
 51606  1/14 Scale R/C Team Hahn Racing MAN TGS Body Parts Set
 54795  1/25 Scale R/C Tank Turret Rotation Unit Set
 47369  1/10 Scale R/C Mazda2 Lightweight Body Parts Set

Scale Models
 20068  1/20 SF70H
 60789  1/72 Kawasaki Ki-61-Id Hien (Tony)
 12683  1/72 Kawasaki Ki-61-Id Hien (Tony) Camouflage Decals

Kids
 18089  Mini 4WD Pig Racer
 18710  Mini 4WD Starter Pack FM-A Balanced Spec (Rowdy Bull)
 19451  Gun Bluster XTO Premium (FM-A Chassis)
 95281  Kumamon Mini 4WD – Supporting Kumamoto
 95377  Astro-Boomerang Premium Black Special (Super-II Chassis)
 95311  13mm Dia. Guide Roller Ball Bearings (6pcs.) II
 95382  Lightweight 13mm Aluminum Ball-Race Rollers (Ringless/Blue)
 95384  MA Reinforced Chassis (Red)