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First photos and details of Tamiya 14138 1/12 Honda CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADE SP

Total length = 176 mm Picture shows assembled and painted kit


Scheduled to be shipped in July 2020
Price 4,400 yen

Road Going Racer aiming for the fastest on the circuit by combining racing technologies
Honda CBR, which has built the super sports bike category. The latest model was unveiled at the 2019 Milan Show. This machine, named CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADE, was focused on winning the race in the pursuit of ease of handling on public roads up to that point. Introducing MotoGP machine and RC213V racing technology everywhere, the water-cooled in-line 4-cylinder engine exhibits 217.5hp, the strongest in its class. Equipped with an advanced electronic control device to use up its power, the suspension is also electronically controlled. In addition, the cowling pursues aerodynamics, and it is also noteworthy that the side cowl is equipped with a characteristic built-in winglet.


Tamiya Grand Prix All Japan Championship 2020 General Information


RC race’s biggest event “Tamiya Grand Prix All Japan Championship 2020

Regarding Schedule
The schedule is to start every June, but due to the situation related to the new coronavirus, it is “undecided” as of May 13, including the opening day of the tournament and the champion decision match. We will inform you again when the event can be held.

Regarding the venue
We plan to hold 13 venues (districts) and 15 tournaments from Hokkaido to Kyushu last year, but in consideration of infectious disease countermeasures for those who participate. The venue and the blocks that can participate are subject to change. We will inform you again when the event can be held.

Regarding the holding class
In consideration of the situation related to the new coronavirus, the holding class is the minimum number considering the expected number of participants and venue space. We are also considering increasing the number of held genres depending on future changes. In that case, we will inform you again.

2020 season race regulation
Beginner drivers welcome at the “Tamiya Grand Prix All Japan Championship” where incandescent races are held on-road machines! This is the race regulation of “Tamiya RC Car Grand Prix” where you can enjoy racing with a wide variety of class settings.
* Each district tournament will be held over two days, and “Tamiya GP All Japan Championship” and “Tamiya RC Car Grand Prix” will be set on each day (may vary depending on the tournament).

↓ Regulations can also be downloaded from here.
Tamiya GP All Japan Championship Class (as of PDF / 2020.5.13)
Tamiya RC Car Grand Prix Class (as of PDF / 2020.5.13)

Tamiya New Item Release list for June 2020


R/C Models
 47438  1/10 R/C Super Storm Dragon
 47445  1/10 R/C TA07RR Chassis Kit
 47446  1/10 R/C Plasma Edge II Gun Metal (TT-02B)
 56362  1/14 R/C Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 Tow Truck
 58678  1/10 R/C Comical Avante (GF-01CB)
 58679  1/10 R/C Suzuki Swift sport (M-05)
 58681  1/10 R/C Formula E Gen2 Car – Championship Livery (TC-01)
 57412  1/24 R/C MudMad (SW-01)
 47449  TC-01 Titanium Screw Set
 51655  1/10 Scale R/C Comical Avante Body Parts Set
 54946  1/24 Scale MudMad Clear Body Parts Set
 54950  SW-01 Reinforced B Parts (Bumper)
 54951  SW-01 Reinforced C Parts (Suspension Arms)
 54953  ST Block Front Bubble Tires (Soft/2pcs.)
 54954  ST Block Rear Bubble Tires (Soft/2pcs.)
 56553  Electric Actuator Set for 1/14 Scale R/C Tow Truck

Static Models
 12056  1/12 Porsche 934 Vaillant (w/Photo-Etched Parts)
 14138  1/12 Honda CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADE SP
 24354  1/24 Ford Mustang GT4
 35372  1/35 Russian Heavy Tank KV-1 Model 1941 Early Production
 37028  1/35 West German Tank M47 Patton
 12690  1/12 Scale Honda CBR1000RR-R Front Fork Set

Kids
 18096  Dual Ridge Jr. (VZ)
 18656  Roborace DevBot 2.0 (MA)
 95130  Neo-VQS (VZ Chassis) Japan Cup 2020 (Polycarbonate Body)
 95564  Geo Glider Black Special (FM-A)
 95565  Hexagonite Black Special (MA)
 95585  Spin-Viper
 95586  Diomars-Nero
 95128  Hyper-Dash 3 Motor J-Cup 2020
 95129  Hyper-Dash Motor PRO J-Cup 2020
 95131  HG Carbon Multi Roller Setting Stay (1.5mm) J- Cup 2020
 95132  HG Carbon Rear Multi Roller Setting Stay (1.5mm) J- Cup 2020
 95133  HG Carbon Rear Brake Stay (1.5mm) J- Cup 2020
 95563  HG Lightweight 17mm Aluminum Ball-Race Rollers (Ringless)
 95566  Brake Sponge Set (1mm Red)
 15526  Basic Tune-Up Parts Set for VZ Chassis
 69936  Gondola Lift
 70238  Kayak
 70237  Link Type Track & Sprocket Set

Tools & Paints
 74155  HG Tweezers (Grip Type Tip)
 74156  Modeling Template (Square, 1-10mm)
 85102  TS-102 Cobalt Green
 87205  Mark Fit (Super Strong)

Tamiya live video session of May 10 including detailed explanation of Tamiya Formula E TC-01 chassis





Tamiya RC LIVE
Live streaming of the latest information on Tamiya RC cars! Tamiya staff will provide you with useful information, including RC new product information, setting methods that beginners must see, practical advice when participating in races such as Tamiya Grand Prix, so do not miss it!
13:30 – Detailed explanation of Farmer E (TC-01)
・ Introducing the details of TC-01 chassis!
16:00 – Tamiya GP regulation announcement
・ We will announce the regulations for the 2020 Tamiya Grand Prix holding class!
* Each will be 30 minutes.
Cast
Satoshi Mamiya, Riku Sunahara

Sporty & Stunning! Tamiya Volkswagen Karmann Ghia M-06L video review by RC Driver



For many, buying and driving an RC car modeled after a real car is a way to get some type of experience with something of interest. I have a Tamiya Porsche GT3 in my collection that I cherish because I want the real car but will probably never get the chance to own one. A lot of Tamiya’s RC models are perfect for this purpose and if you are a Volkswagen Karmann Ghia fan, this latest release from Tamiya will be right up your alley! The Tamiya Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is based on the M06L RR platform so it’s a smaller sedan, but still a ton of fun to drive. Like nearly most of Tamiya’s RC cars nowadays, the VW is a kit that you build and detail, perfect for those who love the modeling aspect of the hobby. We built and painted ours over the past few weeks and are now ready to show it off. We’ll give you the details about this exciting RC car in our full review which of course includes action and our performance thoughts as well.
Source: RC Driver YouTube channel

Tamiya Mini 4WD Avante X MS Chassis Enomoto Special


Special plan product release of Enomoto Circuit
Avante X MS Chassis Murasakinomoto Special is released.
Molding color of the old MS chassis as a purple chassis set. Please see the image below.
Price 1870 yen (tax included)


Source: Mini 4WD specialty store Enomoto Circuit

One more photo and boxart of Tamiya 47438 Super Storm Dragon

Tamiya 47438 Super Storm Dragon

The Super Dragon first appeared in 1986 in a classic Japanese RC comic and was originally only available from Tamiya as accessory bodykit 50364 for the Hornet chassis.

The success of the Super Dragon led Tamiya to the birth of the legendary “Dragon model series”, which was followed by other models such as Fire Dragon, Thunder Dragon and Saint Dragon.

With the article 47438 the Super Storm Dragon is offered as a kit for the first time.
A Hornet chassis was selected, which was also intended as a chassis carrier at the time of release.

The polycarbonate body is already painted and cut to size, and the simple and easy to assemble chassis is recommended for a wide range of users.

A TBLE-02S speed controller and type 540 motor are included.

Tamiya Midnight Pumpkin JetRacer AI autonomous driving project

Source and more (in Japanese language)

Official details and product video of Tamiya 56362 Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 Tow Truck

Tamiya 56362 1/14 RC Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 Tow Truck

Total length = 732 mm Picture shows assembled and painted kit


Four-axle eight-wheel heavy wrecker used for towing large vehicles
The Volvo truck flagship FH series, which debuted in 2012. Equipped with the strongest 750 horsepower engine in a 4-axis 8×4 chassis, and equipped with wrecker equipment. This is an electric radio control car assembly kit that models a tow truck towing a large truck or bus. The realistically reproduced cabin uses etched parts made of stainless steel on the front grille to tighten the expression and reproduce the interior partly. Each door on the rear body opens and closes. In addition, the wrecker equipment that attracts attention uses a lot of metal parts. You can manually extend and retract the winch boom, underlift, outrigger, etc. The chassis is a ladder frame type that uses aluminum channel material for the side rails. The TR Mighty Tune Motor (35T) is mounted on the front, and an assembled 3-speed transmission is standard equipment. You can change gears while driving by RC operation, and you can enjoy driving with the 1/14 RC trailer head pulled.

Optional parts that add even more realism
● 1/14 RC Wrecker Truck Electric Actuator Set (Sold Separately): This is an assembled parts set for raising and lowering the winch boom / underlift by RC operation. It consists of a spindle cylinder that expands and contracts with a high-precision geared motor and an ACU-02 unit that controls the motor. A manual switch is also included. Click here for more information
● Euro-style multi-function unit (MFC-03) (sold separately): The multi-function control unit with built-in ESC that enables extremely low-speed driving as well as normal driving synchronizes realistic sounds with various actions unique to trucks. The body vibration is linked to create a presence. In particular, the engine sound is the pulsation of an actual vehicle equipped with a large displacement diesel engine. From idling to full opening, the engine sound changes according to the speed. In addition, it reproduces almost all sounds emitted by the actual vehicle, such as air dryer sound, air exhaust sound, and brake sound. In addition, the stop lamp, turn signal, and back lamp can be controlled according to the operation, and the lighting of headlights, fog lights, hazards, etc. can be controlled on / off by the transmitter. For more information, click here

Basic specifications
Overall length = 732mm, Overall width = 199mm, Overall height = 309mm, Body weight = Approx. mm ● Chassis shape = (aluminum + polycarbonate resin) ladder frame ● Suspension = front and rear leaf rigid ● Caster angle / front / rear = 0 ° / 0 ° ● Camber angle = front / rear 0 ° ● Toe angle = front / rear 0 ° ● Damper = Aluminum dummy damper ● Drive system = 2-axis rear wheel drive ● Transmission = Constant meshing 3-speed (shift by propo operation) ● Gear ratio = 1st 32.49: 1, 2nd 17.76: 1, 3rd 10.66: 1 ● Differential gear system = 3 bevel differentials ● Motor = TR Mighty Tune Motor (35T) ● Tire width / diameter = Front: 30mm / 85mm, Rear: 22mm / 84mm

Separately required
● RC mechanism used: Self-neutral stick type 4-channel R / C system with slide lever trim “Finespec 2.4G 4-channel R / C system (transmitter / receiver set) recommended”, 2 servos “Tamiya TP-S3003 or TSU-” 03 Servo recommended “, ESC” Tamiya TBLE-02S “or MFC recommended, transmitter power supply (4 AA batteries) ● Running battery, charger

Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 Check the video of driving and towing the tow truck!