Tamiya continues to pump out lots of fun RC kits for RC modelers and collectors to enjoy. Many RC enthusiasts started with Tamiya kits or chose them for their first builds after a RTR. Tamiya just has fun easy to build kits with great manuals to help guide builders along. With that said, Greg was able to get his hands on a bunch of new kits that will be hitting store soon. These kits will be reviewed on the channel, but to get you pumped about what’s ahead, we decided to to an unboxing to you get a peek of what’s inside. In this video you’ll see the new Tamiya Wild One Blockhead Motors Edition buggy, CC-02 Defender 90, Lotus Europa Special M-06, BRZ TT-02 and a bonus peek at the Tamiya Track set. If you’re looking for a kit to build, you don’t want to miss these options!
Source: RC Driver
Monthly Archives: November 2021
Another photo and more details of Tamiya 58697 Astute 2022 TD2 Chassis
Tamiya is proud to announce a new 1/10 R/C off-road buggy model based upon the brand new TD2 chassis.
The newly designed stylish body is produced by Kota Nezu who penned that of the recently released Super Avante.
About the model
• This is a 1/10 R/C assembly kit. Length: 387mm, width: 246mm. Wheelbase: 283mm.
• The distinctive polycarbonate body is designed by Japanese designer Kota Nezu of znug design.
• The new TD2 chassis based around the TD4 chassis employs an front inboard suspension layout which offers exceptionally slim, low-profile form. Also, its front suspension arms have a skid angle of 25 degrees for superlative ground-hugging and stable performance off-road, plus angled CVA oil dampers to allow smooth suspension movement.
• The chassis based on the one-piece monocoque frame uses the same ball differentials as the ones of the TD4 chassis, plus full ball bearings, and features a transverse battery pack positioned to the rear and a midship transverse motor with 3 gears connecting it to the drivetrain for optimum balance and improved performance.
• Ribbed front and rear square spike tires facilitate stability and great grip. The newly designed star dish design front wheels are attached by hex hubs.
• The 4-wheel double wishbone suspension system uses CVA oil dampers for superlative performance.
• Choose between high and low type wing stays to adjust the downforce depending on the road surface.
• Comes with a driver figure who gives your buggy a realistic look, and high-torque servo saver.
Tamiya RC Parts Matching List November 2021
Tamiya RC Advice Vol.20 – Tamtech Gear Grasshopper Mini running
Paisen RC (Satoshi Maezumi) vol.20 – Super Avante and Dragon are united ☆ ★ Super Drante (TAMIYA Super Avante × Super Storm Dragon body)
Thank you for watching ☆ ★ I’m sorry I couldn’t upload the video for a long time, 😢 We will be uploading more and more, so we are waiting for your request ☆ ★ This time, Super Storm Dragon’s It is a video of Super Drante with a body ✨ What is Drante at first? I thought, but Avante and Dragon seem to like Drante … Paisen (laughs) Everyone feels good with this body too! Please let me know if you find something like that !! 👂 It was a lot of fun to drive in the park for the first time in a long time, and it was cute to see small children 🥰 Please try driving in the nearby park! ( ⚠️ Please note that RC cars are prohibited in some parks.) I would like to continue shooting in various places, so if you have any recommended parks or spots, please comment ☆ ★ We are also looking for requests. So I’d like to see this video ~, I want you to go here ~, etc. We are waiting for comments 🔥 Thank you for watching ☆ ★ super AVANTE ↓
Source: Paisen RC Mini
MotoGP champion machine “Team Suzuki GSX-RR” discussed by the development staffs of the actual bike and Tamiya model
The 2020 MotoGP champion machine “Team Suzuki Exter GSX-RR ’20” is now available in the Tamiya 1/12 Motorcycle Series! (Released around December 25, 2021). In commemoration of that, the development staff of Suzuki (actual car) and Tamiya (model) introduced the points of GSX-RR. Discover the secrets of MotoGP machines through models!
● Click here for product information on 1/12 Team Suzuki GSX-RR ’20
● This video also introduces “1/12 Team Suzuki GSX-RR ’20”. Matching please see! [Bike & Car Model Edition] Tamiya Scale Model New Product Introduction in the Second Half of 2021
● Team SUZUKI ECSTAR Team structure
● Suzuki History Museum
Limited Tamiya 47481 Super Avante TD4 (with Pre Painted Body)
No time to paint? Want to start building the main kit as soon as you open it!? Look no further as this Limited-Edition version of the Super Avante includes a pre-painted body with a few special-colored parts!
This R/C model assembly kit creates the Super Avante, a 4WD off-road buggy that is bestowed with Tamiya’s legendary Avante name. It features an exceptionally low-profile design enabled in part by its front inboard suspension, with a shaft-driven 4WD drivetrain powered by a midship motor and employing front/rear ball differentials plus full ball bearings. Its futuristic body design is the work of Kota Nezu at Znug Design, and features numerous clear sections that just add to the Super Avante’s distinctly modern mood, as do the cockpit-rear buttress and the four mini fenders.
TD4 – Low Profile, High Performance
The TD4 is a shaft-driven 4WD buggy chassis which employs front inboard suspension for slim, low-profile form. It features a longitudinal battery pack position in the center and a midship transverse motor for optimum balance and improved performance. The drivetrain uses full bearings, and sealed front/rear gearboxes have built-in ball differentials. Two link rods and crank arm transmit movement of the left-side servo to the three-piece steering arm setup. 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension utilizes CVA oil dampers. Turnbuckle shaft upper arms facilitate camber angle adjustment. Two types (high/low) of wing stays are included and star dish wheels are paired with square spike tires which offer superlative grip off-road.
• 1/10 R/C model assembly kit. Length: 387mm, width: 246mm. Wheelbase: 283mm.
• The polycarbonate body is pre-painted and pre-cut.
• The main chassis and damper springs come in yellow color to make this release unique to the designer.
• The TD4 is a shaft-driven 4WD buggy chassis which employs front inboard suspension. It features a longitudinal battery pack position in the center and a midship transverse motor for optimum balance and improved performance.
• The 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension system uses CVA oil dampers.
• Features full ball bearings.
• Star dish wheels are paired with square spike tires.
• Choose between high and low type wing stays to adjust the downforce depending on the road surface.
• Comes with a driver figure (not pre-painted) for extra realism, and high-torque servo saver.
• Requires: 2-channel radio, low-profile servo, ESC, Motor, and 7.2-7.4volt battery with compatible charger.
Some new English Tamiya R/C Chassis Parts Catalogs
Full details of Tamiya 58695 1/10 R/C Wild One Off-Roader Blockhead Motors
Custom offroader transformed into bright colors
This is a wild one offroader customized by graphic designer JUN WATANABE, who is also known as a big Tamiya RC fan. In contrast to the original version, which features a wide and low body structure and wild black and red coloring, the Wild One Off-Roader BLOCKHEAD MOTORS features a bright light blue that excites off-road driving. Moreover, the polycarbonate body is painted in light blue and has been cut. The window net, bib plate, and dummy antenna will make your run more exciting. Of course, the BLOCKHEAD MOTORS logo, the mascot mark of the turtle, and many sponsor marks are prepared with stickers.
4 The rear-wheel drive chassis equipped with German suspension creates a metallic feel
The frame is a box type made of ABS resin that is light and highly durable. The battery case is compatible with LF batteries as well as 7.2V racing packs. Wide tread specification for 4-wheel independent suspension with single trailing arm. Both front and rear are equipped with aluminum cylinder oil dampers, and especially the front damper mount is also made of aluminum. The gear case mounted on the rear end is a sealed type that shuts out the intrusion of sand and pebbles that are inherent in off-road. It has a built-in differential gear to ensure smooth cornering. In addition, the drive shaft joint is equipped with a dog bone type with excellent wear resistance and dust boots to improve driving reliability. Moreover, JUN’s commitment is also to the chassis. The roll bar with insert molded metal parts is silver. It is also a point to use plated parts for the wheels, front and rear suspension arms, side guards, and gearbox to create a metallic feel.
BLOCKHEAD MOTORS
RC car brand represented by JUN WATANABE. We are developing stickers and apparel by customizing mainly Tamiya off-road buggy in the 1980s.
JUN WATANABE: Graphic designer / BLOCKHEAD MOTORS Representative A designer
who handles a wide range of graphic design and product design, mainly in the fashion world. While also in charge of designing many collaboration models, he is also active as an artist who creates paintings and video works. He has been an avid Tamiya fan since he was a child, and he is still a creator who loves RC cars and never stops. In 2012, we released Tamiya’s “Hornet by JUN WATANABE”, an RC car with polka dots, and we also handle Tamiya’s apparel goods.
Basic specifications
● Overall length 425mm, Overall height 140mm, Overall width 225mm ● Wheel base 255mm ● Tread = 190mm for both front and rear ● Frame = ABS resin box type ● Body = Polycarbonate ● Drive system = Rear motor / rear wheel drive ● Diff gear system = 3 bevel type ● Steering = 2-split tie rod type ● Suspension = 4 wheels independent with single trailing arm on both front and rear ● Tire width / diameter = front 23 / 83mm, rear 38 / 88mm ● Damper = aluminum oil damper on both front and rear ● Gear ratio = 1: 7.54, 1: 9.05 ● With 540 type motor ● Speed controller = ESC specification (sold separately)
Items to be purchased separately
● Fine spec 2.4G electric RC drive set ● 4 AA batteries for transmitter
Introducing the PV produced by BLOCK HEAD MOTORS, who was in charge of custom design of the machine. The video that is conscious of Tamiya CM in the 1980s is cool!
Tamiya official international release list December 2021
R/C Models
58695 1/10 R/C Wild One Off-Roader Blockhead Motors
58699 1/10 R/C 1992 Audi V8 Touring (TT-02)
58702 1/10 R/C Subaru BRZ (ZD8) (TT-02)
47459 1/10 R/C Saint Dragon 4WD (2021)
56715 R/C TamTech-Gear Frog Mini (GB-01S)
54948 Track Unit Sets (2pcs.)
22027 CW-01 Aluminum Motor Mount
22032 TD4 Aluminum Steering Bridge
22033 TD4 Aluminum Steering Arms
22034 TD4 Aluminum Crank Arm
47473 1/10 Scale Thunder Dragon Body Parts Set
51666 1/10 Scale R/C Toyota GR 86 Body Parts Set
51676 1/10 Scale R/C Super Avante Body Parts Set
Static Models
14139 1/12 Team Suzuki ECSTAR GSX-RR ’20
24361 1/24 Toyota GR 86
24362 1/24 Subaru BRZ (ZD8)
35376 1/35 U.S. Tank Destroyer M18 Hellcat
25423 1/35 British SAS Commando Vehicle 1944 (w/2 Figures)
24042 1/24 Nissan Fairlady 300ZX 2 Seater
21170 1/12 Honda CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADE SP (Red) (Finished Model)
12691 1/12 Scale Suzuki GSX-RR ’20 Front Fork Set
Kids
18718 K4 Gambol (FM-A)
15531 Mini 4WD Bearing Lubricant Oil
95638 Mini 4WD Oval Home Circuit (Two-Level Lane Change) plus Trairong & Copperfang
Tools & Paints
70247 4-Track Crawler
69940 Modeler’s Side Cutter α (Fluorescent Green)