★The 2WD BT-01 chassis gives a choice of two types of wheelbase, and front- or rear-wheel drive system. Without removing battery pack, motor and R/C equipment setups from the center frame, simply change attachment directions of final gears and steering linkage to switch between front- and rear-wheel drive; front (FR) or midship rear (MR) motor position can be chosen for rear-wheel drive cars. The 4-wheel double wishbone suspension features symmetrical structure and friction dampers, and unitized sections facilitate ease of assembly and effective maintenance.
Monthly Archives: September 2024
Behind-the-scene story of the creation of the Tamiya Lunchbox and Midnight Pumpkin mascot marks
Official video of the new Tamiya Plamodel Factory Tokyo
Photos and details of Mini 4WD Tamiya 18105 Grasshopper Jr VZ Chassis
The Grasshopper, which first made its debut as a 1/10 scale R/C kit in 1984, now appears as The Grasshopper Jr. in the Racing Mini 4WD Series on the VZ chassis to celebrate the 40th anniversary. Carried over from the 1/10 R/C kit, this kit has The Grasshopper’s slim form inspired by a 1-seater buggy and features a color scheme with green and red lines on a white base.
VZ Chassis
The VZ chassis is a compact and lightweight design that features reinforced designs for bumper, rear stay base and more ensuring that it has the durability and flexibility to withstand racing accidents. It is also a rather adaptable unit that lets its owner make numerous updates to the setup. Low friction 620 plastic bearings are molded in POM and maximize drive efficiency, while the chassis and A parts are molded in ABS. This chassis features a gear ratio of 3.5:1.
• Mini 4WD model assembly kit. Length: 158mm, width: 98mm, height: 45mm.
• The compact, lightweight VZ chassis and A parts are molded in black ABS plastic.
• The Grasshopper’s slim form is scaled down into a Mini 4WD body molded in white ABS plastic.
• White polypropylene wheels are paired with large-diameter slick black tires.
• Low-friction POM 620 plastic bearings (black) give smooth rotation.
• Includes a Type 130 motor. The model features a 4.2:1 gear ratio.
• Two AA batteries are required (sold separately).
• A wide range of Grade-Up Parts is available separately to customize your car.
Tamiya official release list October 2024
Scale Models
24045 1/24 Honda Ballad Sports Mugen CR-X PRO.
Mini 4WD
15534 Low friction small diameter low height tires (26mm) & carbon reinforced wheels (fins) (November)
18104 Cross Spear 02 (VZ chassis)
95674 Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary HG Carbon Front Stay (1.5mm/Silver) (November)
95675 Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary HG Carbon Rear Stay (1.5mm/Silver) (November)
95667 Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary Multi-Tape (15mm width, Black/Pink)
95668 Fully Cowled Mini 4WD Compact Bag (Black)
95676 1/32 Cyclone Magnum Polycarbonate Body Special (AR Chassis) – Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary
Tools & Paints
74165 Mini 4WD Hexagonal Wrench Driver Bit
Crafts
70260 Universal Gear Box 2
