Monthly Archives: October 2018

Official video of Tamiya new scale models at the 58th All Japan Model & Hobby Show

This is a prototype of the Tamiya scale model new product exhibited at the 58th All Japan Model Hobby Show 2018.
· 1/48 Super Marine Spitfire Mk.I 0:12
· 1/35 M3A1 Scout Car 2:20
· 1/35 American Airborne Tank M551 Sheridan (Vietnam War) 3:42
· 1/24 NISSAN Fairlady Z Heritage edition 5:25

Details of Tamiya 64417 R/C Guide Book Volume 12 (2018 Autumn-Winter)

TAMIYA R / C GUIDE BOOK Volume 12 (2018 AUTUMN-WINTER)
Released around Saturday, October 27, 2018 432 yen (main unit price 400 yen)

Tamiya RC guidebook Vol.12 published carefully selected Tamiya’s main RC model is issued. Touring cars and formula cars with high-speed driving charm, buggies that do not choose a place to run, comical models that are overflowing with action, 3-wheel RC with a new sense that the big size turns by tilting the car body and a powerful tank and trailer truck Dancing rider “, XB of completed model which you can enjoy running right out of the box, Tamiya’s main RC model is released at once. Also featured a noteworthy new product “Comical Glass Hopper” announced at the hobby show in October 2018. If you also print a popular QR code and jump to the Tamiya homepage using smartphones and mobile phones, you can enjoy RC videos. In addition, the RC start guide introduced the basis of the gear ratio setting which is the key of the machine’s tune-up. Of course, the page which becomes a reference of fans who start RC from now on such as race participation guide, introduction of popular “Try !! Tamiya RC school” is enriched. At the end of the book I also took a guide to the nationwide hobby shop and Tamiya ‘s RC circuit. All-color A4 size, 38 pages with plenty of volume.

: Also recommended as a RC entry model 4WD on-road chassis, TT-02. Introduce the basic knowledge of customization and optional parts that can be attached with images.

: Activities at the World Rally Championship, introducing the popular tooling model, including Yaris WRC, whose popularity is also rising. On other pages, we post recommendation products such as Buggy Model, Formula Model, Big Tire Machine etc. by genre.

: In the introduction of the new model introduces the “Comical Grass Hopper” with a joyful body and a wheelie running fun with a spread page. In addition, pick up a number of new products mainly on topic items announced at the All Japan Hobby Show venue.

: The RC start guide explains the basis of the key gear ratio setting when you want to improve machine acceleration performance and top speed. We introduce the points of the gear ratio exchange in an easy-to-understand manner using the optimum TT-02 chassis as an entry model as an example.

First photo of Tamiya 58660 Dynahead 6×6 G6-01TR

Coming by years end is the new Tamiya R/C 58660 Dynahead 6×6 G6-01TR!!

The Dynahead 6×6 takes inspiration from the big trucks used in grueling off-road world of truck trials. The sleek body appears on the G6-01TR chassis, which is based upon the G6-01, with hub reduction axles providing extra height for taking on rougher terrain.

• 1/18 scale 6WD R/C model assembly kit. Length: 453mm, width: 244mm, height: 232mm. Wheelbase: 173+126mm.
• The cab-over truck body is a special design by Takayuki Yamazaki of PDC Design-works.
• Hub reduction axles raise ground clearance by 15mm; in conjunction with the traction provided by a 37.35:1 gear ratio (with kit-included 18T pinion), the Dynahead 6×6 has awesome off-road and crawling capability!
• 5-spoke wheels are paired with V-tread block tires (Item 53854) for superlative bite.
• With suspension reassembly and a separately-sold transmitter with 4WS function and R/C equipment, the rear wheels can be made steerable.
• Type 540 brushed motor included.
• Requires: 2-Channel Radio, servo, ESC (electronic speed control) 7.2volt battery pack & charger, and Tamiya PS paint.

Tamiya New Item Release list November 2018

R/C Models
42326　　1/10 R/C TA07 MS Chassis Kit
47382　　1/10 R/C TT-02RR Chassis Kit
48215　　1/35 Japan Ground Self Defense Force Type 10 Tank (w/Control Unit)
47376　　1/18 R/C King Yellow 6×6 (Painted Body) (G6-01)
54815　　TT-02B Reinforced Gear Covers & Lower Suspension Arms (w2pcs.)
54828　　On Road Racing Truck H Parts (Chrome Plated)
54832　　T3-01 Rear Wide Pin Spike Tires (2pcs.)
54833　　T3-01 Wheels for Rear Wide Pin Spike Tires (Chrome Plated, 2pcs.)
54837　　1/8 Scale R/C Dancing Rider Lightweight Body Parts Set
54844　　Marking Stickers (for 1/14 R/C On Road Racing Trucks)
51607　　1/10 Scale R/C Land Rover Defender 90 Body Parts Set
51608　　1/10 Scale R/C TOYOTA GAZOO Racing WRT/Yaris WRC Body Parts Set

Scale Models
35363　　1/35 M3A1 Scout Car
24348　　1/24 Nissan 370Z Heritage edition
25182　　1/35 German Tank Panther Ausf.D Special Edition
25183　　1/35 German Tank Panzerkampfwagen IV Ausf.J Special Edition
35072　　1/35 Russian Tank Destroyer SU-85
35093　　1/35 Russian Tank Destroyer SU-122
35138　　1/35 T34/85 Russian Medium Tank
35142　　1/35 Russian Tank KV-1B Model 1940 w/Applique Armor

Kids
95422　　Mini 4WD Owl Racer GT
95425　　Avante Mk.III Red Special
95432　　Fighter Magnum VFX Premium (Super-II Chassis)
95446　　Mini 4WD Oval Home Circuit (2-Level Lane Change) plus Cyclone Magnum Prem. & Hurricane Sonic Prem.
95474　　Mini 4WD Avante Jr. 30th Anniversary Special
95260　　HG Carbon Rear Multi Roller Setting Stay (1.5mm)
95429　　Large Dia. Stabilizer Head Set (11mm, 15mm) (Blue)
95430　　Large Dia. Stabilizer Head Set (17mm) (Blue)
95435　　Slimline Mass Damper Set (Silver)
95441　　Mini 4WD Motor Case 2 (Smoke Colored)
95457　　Mini 4WD Setting Gauge (Gold)
95458　　2mm Aluminum Lock Nut (Gold, 5pcs.)
95459　　2mm Aluminum Lock Nut (Dark Blue, 5pcs.)
95460　　Large Dia. Narrow Fiberglass Wheels & Arched Tires (Fluorescent Pink)
95461　　Low Friction Front Under Guard (Black)
95473　　Mini 4WD Compact Bag (Blue)
10319　　Mini 4WD Propeller Shaft C Set

Tools & Paints
70232　　Chain-Program Robot
87198　　Paint Retarder (Lacquer)
89982　　Modeler’s Knife (Dark Yellow)
89983　　Modeler’s Knife (Olive Drab)

Another release – Tamiya 47379 ProMarkt-Zakspeed AMG Mercedes C-Class (TT-01E)

Tamiya 47379 ProMarkt-Zakspeed AMG Mercedes C-Class TT-01 Type E

The Mercedes Benz ProMark from Team Zakspeed is a reissue of the TAMIYA model from the 90s. The new version is based on the proven TT-01E chassis with all-wheel drive. The body of the C-class is equipped with many additional parts, such as mirrors, rear spoiler, windscreen wiper, chromed radiator grille and Mercedes star. The 1/10 scale TAMIYA model has a powerful torque-tuned electric motor. Highlight is also the enclosed Tamiya TBLE-02S electronic speed controller with which brushed motors and gesensorte brushless motors can be operated.

– Kit model in scale 1/10, TT-01 Type E tub frame chassis
– length: 445mm, width: 186mm
– Polycarbonate body, Mercedes Benz C-Class DTM model from the 1994 season
– Body parts: mirror, pike wing, windshield wiper, radiator grille and Mercedes star
– extensive decal sheet of the team Zakspeed with the main sponsor ProMarkt
– Rims dyed in gun-metal-encapsulated 4WD all-wheel drive
– powerful 540 torque tuned electric motor
– Independent wheel suspension front and rear, differential gear v/h, double wishbone v/h
– electronic brushless/brushed speed controller
– many tuning parts optionally available