Monthly Archives: May 2026

Mitsuru Miyagi gives a thorough explanation of the Honda RA273, the car that challenged the 3-liter F1 class and gave birth to Tamiya’s masterpiece model


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In 1966, during its first F1 campaign, Honda introduced the “RA273,” equipped with a 3L V12 engine compliant with the new engine regulations. In 1967, Tamiya released a 1/12 scale model of this car, which garnered a huge response worldwide due to its precise reproduction. In this video, Hikaru Miyagi, who also serves as a test driver for the Honda Collection Hall, explains the features of the actual car. We explore the appeal of this masterpiece that transcends time and conveys the history of motorsport and model making.

Featuring: Hikaru Miyagi (Motorcycle and Automotive Critic)

Honda RA273 Actual Vehicle Information (Honda Official Website)
https://global.honda/jp/F1/machine/1966_HondaRA273/

Tamiya 12032 1/12 Honda RA273 (with Etched Parts)
https://www.tamiya.com/japan/products/12032/index.html

Cooperation: Honda Motor Co., Ltd., Honda Mobilityland Corporation Mobility Resort Motegi Filming: TAMIYA PLAMODEL FACTORY TOKYO (This video was filmed in February 2026. The vehicle is no longer on display.)
https://www.tamiya-plamodelfactory.co.jp/

Related Event Information RA273 60th Anniversary TAMIYA and Honda World Exhibition Held at Honda Collection Hall March 14 (Sat) – July 12 (Sun), 2026
https://www.mr-motegi.jp/collection-hall/event/exhibition.html#TAMIYA

New RC release at Shizuoka Hobby Show 2026 – Tamiya 47351 Nissan R91CP Group-C


We are delighted to announce the re-issue of 1/10 R/C Nissan R91CP which was sold as Item 58109 in 1992 and Item 84264 in 2012. The Nissan R91CP featured a low-profile aerodynamic body and a 3,500cc V8 twin turbo engine. This car achieved the victory with three Japanese drivers (Kazuyoshi Hoshino, Toshio Suzuki and Masahiro Hasemi) at the 24 Hours of Daytona, the first time for a Japanese car.

Direct-Drive 2WD Chassis
Based around an ABS plastic bathtub, with space frames front and rear and FRP plates, the chassis is a composite design that offers a rigid base to back up the fluid suspension: the result is a crisp, responsive drive. At the front, it has an independent coil-sprung king pin suspension setup, while the rear rigid suspension is a 3-point design with a 1.5mm thickness FRP T-bar and CVA oil damper. Ground clearance is adjustable (front: 2 settings, rear: 3 settings) according to running surface.

About the Model
This is a 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 480mm, width: 204mm, height: 109mm. Wheelbase: 280mm
The distinctive low-profile aerodynamic body, wing and front light cases are separately moulded in polycarbonate (please note that LED lights cannot be attached)
Body and wing have pre-made holes
Black nylon plastic parts realistically recreate side mirror, wing stay, induction pod and wiper
Features a styrene plastic cockpit and figure
Gun metallic 5-spoke wheels are paired with high-grip sponge tyres
Comes with helmet markings of three Japanese drivers (Kazuyoshi Hoshino, Toshio Suzuki and Masahiro Hasemi)

Tamiya official release list June 2026

R/C Models
58759 1/10 R/C Ford F-150 Ranger Xlt
58760 1/10 R/C BMW M3 Sport Evo Jagermeister 1992 (TT-02)
47519 1/10 R/C Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo (Orange Painted Body) (TT-02 Chassis)
47526 1/10 Scale R/c 1978 Ford Zakspeed Capri Turbo (TT-02 Chassis)
47528 1/14 R/C Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 Tow Truck (Silver Edition)
22096 GT-Tuned Motor II (25T)
22097 Lightly-tuned Motor II (28T)
22098 Super Stock Motor VZ (23T)
22099 LT Torque-Tuned Motor (35T)

Mini 4WD
95182 Hyper-dash 3 Motor J-cup 2026
95183 Hyper-dash Motor Pro J-cup 2026
95184 Torque-tuned 2 Motor J-cup 2026
95185 Torque-tuned 2 Motor Pro J-cup 2026
95190 Iron Beak (VZ Chassis) Japan Cup 2026

Tools & Paints
69949 Modeler’s Side Cutter Α (Mint Green)
69950 Mirror Paint
69951 Primer For Mirror Paint
87239 Modeling Brush Rest

Construction & Craft
70268 Infrared Remote Control Unit
70269 Universal Gear Set