Monthly Archives: November 2018

Some future Tamiya Mini 4WD kits that will be possibly presented at upcoming Tamiya Fair 2018


As it can be seen Tamiya already releases some of the Tamiya Mini 4WD design contest winners:

18713 Razor Back (FM-A Chassis)

– Awarded the best prize of the Mini 4WD Design Contest that attracted attention this year, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Japan Cup.
– Body design is a newly designed motif with a wild boar with a mane on his back [Razorback].
– Molding color is gun metal.
– The tire is a large diameter low height of black, the wheel is a new color dark silver color of 6 spokes.
– A black FM – A chassis is a combination of a new color light green A part.

18716 Geo Glider (FM-A Chassis)

– The Tamiya Prize winning work of the Mini 4WD Design Contest that attracted attention this year, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Japan Cup.
– A streamlined form like a fighter aircraft and an X-shaped cowl covering the cockpit are features.
– The molding color of the body is pearl white.
– FM – A chassis is a new color olive gray, large diameter narrow V – spoke wheel wearing black large diameter barrel tire is also a new color purple.

18653 Hexagon-GTS (MA Chassis)

– The Tamiya Prize winning work of the Mini 4WD Design Contest that attracted attention this year, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Japan Cup.
– Body image of SUV.
– Yellow green color motif with hexagon motif as its name is a powerful shape.
– MA light chassis is light gray and part A is light green which was adopted for the first time as this part.
– Black super hard tire, silver small diameter low-height 5 spoke tire installed.

Some future Tamiya static military kits that will be possibly presented at upcoming Tamiya Fair 2018

25186 1/35 JGSDF Type90 Tank & Type73 Light Truck Set

– 90 Tank (ITEM: 35208) realistically reproduces a linear silhouette.
– 73 Model A small truck is modeled in a state where the hood is expanded. It is a delicate finish up to the suspension of four wheel drive.
– Also looking forward to making scenes combining the two cars.
– 73 Formula The small truck is manufactured by FineMold.

25187 1/35 Imperial Japanese Army Type1 75mm Self Propelled Gun & Kurogane 4×4 Set

– Dummy cannon tank (ITEM: 35095) models open top fighting rooms with high texture.
– Kurogane four ridges realistically reproduce round body and four wheel drive suspension.
– I am looking forward to the scenery production combining the two cars.
– Two crew members of a cannonball tank and one standing doll.
– Kurogane 4 rise is made by FineMold company.

25188 1/35 JGSDF Recon. Motorcycle & HMV Set

– Scouting motorcycle (ITEM: 35245) precisely reproduces spoke wheels and engines.
– High mobility vehicles richly model realistically full of powerful style.
– I am looking forward to making a scene combining the two cars.
– High mobility vehicles are manufactured by FineMold company

More details about the upcoming Tamiya 57407 Dual Rider R/C Trike (T3-01 Chassis)

Tamiya 57407 1/8 RC Dual Rider Trike T3-01 Chassis

Here comes the second new model on the fun T3-01 chassis, a three-wheel drive unit designed for easy to learn driving with high fun factor and tight corners.
The Dual Rider is a model with a brand new bodywork, slim, futuristic styled, with a matching brand new rider figure.
About the model:
This is a 1/8 scale R/C model kit. Length: 260mm, Width: 135mm, Height: 185mm, Wheelbase: 196mm.
The brand new one-piece Lexan body is characterized by a slim, science fiction-like design.
Includes a brand new driver figure with parts representing the handlebar (and steering wheel). The figure has movable hands (that fit the handlebar or steering wheel) and a selection of headgear.
The T3-01 chassis consists of the front (with RC equipment and power source) and rear sections. The servo movement tilts the front so that the model can lie in curves.
A planetary gear is integrated in the rear axle for smooth running.
Equipped with a telescopic front fork suspension and a rear cam suspension for a smooth ride.
The support arms move with the steering servo and help the model to self-right when it tips over.
Stickers are included in the kit to decorate the model and include carbon-look sections.
The export version is compatible with the 55105 Tamiya LF Battery LF1100-6.6V Racing Pack (M-Size). Please note that square battery packs over 66x36x15mm may not fit.
The separately available T3-01 battery box (51610) allows the use of 4pcs AA batteries to power the trike.

First photos and details of upcoming Tamiya 58665 1/10 RC Toyota Gazoo Racing TS050 HYBRID (F103GT Chassis)


This is a 1/10 scale radio control replica of the Toyota GAZO Racing TS050 Hybrid. It is a World Endurance Championship race car that competed throughout the WEC 2018-2019 season. This specific kit celebrates Toyota’s first ever win at the famed 24 Hours of Le Mans. It was a historic moment for Toyota as 2018 marked the automotive brands’ 20th attempt in securing a first-place finish after 388 intense laps on the famed Circuit de La Sarthe in France. It is only the second automotive company from Japan to ever win the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

It is a hybrid sports prototype car developed by Toyota Gazz Racing to fight the World Endurance Championship Race, 2018 TS 050 HYBRID electric RC car assembly kit. Reproduced with polycarbonate low sharp aerodynamic form fully covered front and rear tires and cockpit. It is a finish with a high sense of scale with front nose, head light case, 2 canards, rear wing, shark fin and so on as separate parts. In addition, sticker for coloring, as well as sponsor logo, part of graphics of red and black is also prepared. We pick you up car No. 7, car No. 8 and finish it.

● Overall length 418 mm, full width 188 mm, total height 115 mm. ● High Efficiency Direct Drive 2WD with motor mounted on the rear and motor pinion directly driving the spur gear. ● FRP double deck frame with upper 1.5 mm and lower 2.5 mm adopted. ● Front suspension is a left and right independent using a coil spring for link type arm. – Front upright with caster angle set at 3 degrees is fitted with 850 ball bearings. ● Rear suspension is a rigid type that controls the bending of FRP made T bar with friction plate and coil spring. ● Equipped with vehicle height adjustment motor mount that expands the range of setting. ● Equipped with ball differential with high traction. ● Hollow rubber tire which realized both feeling and grip power.

Several future Tamiya RC kits, parts ad hop ups that will be possibly presented at upcoming Tamiya Fair 2018


56359 Mercedes Benz Arocs 3363 6×4 Light Gun Metal Edition
58665 Toyota Gazoo Racing TS050 (F103GT)
84435 DT-03 Black Edition Chassis & Racing Fighter Body

42327 3x6mm HG Alu Hex Head Screws (5pcs, blue)
42328 3x6mm HG Alu HH CS Screws (5pcs, blue)
42329 3x8mm HG Alu Hex Head Screws (5pcs, blue)
42330 3x8mm HG Alu HH CS Screws (5pcs, blue)
42331 Body Sponge Tape (20x230x2mm/3mm) 2 pcs.)
47393 TA02 High Speed Gear Set
47396 TA02 FRP Chassis Conversion Set
47398 Large Dish Wheels (4WD front, 62/25) pink
47399 Large Dish Wheels (rear, 62/35) pink
47400 Astral Dish Wheels (2WD front, 60/19) pink
47401 Astral Dish Wheels (rear, 60/29) pink
51611 Toyota Hilux Extra Cab Body Parts Set
51613 Buggyra Fat Fox Body Parts Set
54846 TB-05 Carbon Front Damper Stay (SSBB)
54847 TB-05 Carbon Rear Damper Stay (SSBB)
54848 Aluminum Wing Washers (black)
54849 Aluminum Wing Washers (blue)
54850 Medium-Narrow Mesh Wh.yellow 24mm/+2
54851 Medium-Narrow Rally Dish Wh.white 24mm/0
54852 Med. Nar.18-Spoke Wheels (24mm,0) 4 pcs
54853 Med. Nar.5-Spoke Wheels (24mm,+2) 4 pcs
54854 Two-Piece 5 Spoke Wheels (2 pcs., black)
54856 Dancing Rider Chrome Plated Body Parts Set
54857 T3-01 One Piece Rear Axle Shaft Set
54858 T3-01 Aluminum Servo Horn
54859 T3-01 FRP Support Arms
56548 Aluminum Shift Servo Horn (RC Truck)
67416 Tamiya Aluminum Maintenance Tray (KTC)

Future T3-01 Tamiya Dual Rider by PDC Designworks

Tamiya Dual Rider T3-01


Introducing the 2nd kit release of the T3-01 Tripple-Wheel Chassis: The ALL NEW Dual Rider. New body and rider figure design by PDC Designworks.
This new kit features a brand new driver figure and parts depicting handlebar (and steering wheel). The figure has
movable hands (which fit to the bar or steering wheel) and a choice of headgear!!

New Mini 4WD Tamiya 18712 Lord Guile (FM-A Chassis)

Tamiya Mini 4WD 18712 Lord Guile (FM-A Chassis)


Classic car design makes its way again to Tamiya’s Mini 4WD race car series with the Lord Guile! The body in this kit sits on top of the FM-A chassis.

Aerodynamic Front Motor Chassis
The FM-A chassis is a front motor unit with advanced aerodynamic themes that – thanks to its center of gravity toward the front – is at home on a whole variety of track types including those with frequent elevation changes. It comes equipped with low-friction front skid bar and roller (4 included) parts, while rear rollers are 8mm thick for superb stability. The chassis underside allows easy access to the motor and quick setup changes. Includes 3.5:1 gears and a motor.

• Mini 4WD model assembly kit.
• The FM-A Chassis is molded in Black ABS.
• A Parts are Black low-friction POM.
• The stylish body comes molded in Light Gun Metal ABS. It features separate grille and rear window parts.
• Comes with dedicated metallic sticker designs with blue accents.
• Black dish type wheels are paired with Black small-diameter low-profile tires.
• Type 130 motor is included. The model features a 3.5:1 gear ratio.
• Two AA batteries are required (sold separately).
• A wide range of Grade-Up Parts is available separately to customize your machine.