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Review of Tamiya 58704 Toyota Land Cruiser 40 Pick-Up Quadtrack GF-01FT



The Tamiya Toyota Land Cruiser 40 is back as a kit with their Quadtrack system. The new GF-01FT, is a full build up kit that fulfills a fun modeling experience and when completed turns into a fun terrain terrorizing machine too. The Tamiya Quadtrack system is one of the best we tested for an RC. So if you want a tracked RC vehicle, this fun kit is once to consider!
Source: RC Driver

Tamiya RC Condele award-winning works


Introducing the award-winning works of the Tamiya RC body contest “Tamiya RC Condele”! The contests “Tamiya RC Condele” and “Tamiya RC Condele”
Held on Twitter in February 2021 and January 2022 to compete for Tamiya RC dress-up ideas. Introducing the award-winning works of “RC Condele 2”! Originally designed RC, unique machines that are particular about body remodeling, etc. A collection of outstanding works. Please have a look!

Explaining the “Type 16 Mobile Combat Vehicle (MCV)” exhibited at the 60th Shizuoka Hobby Show



An active Ground Self-Defense Force officer explains the “Type 16 Mobile Combat Vehicle (MCV)” exhibited at the Self-Defense Forces Public Relations Corner at the 60th Shizuoka Hobby Show (May 14th and 15th, 2022). Introducing the basic knowledge of the 16 (Hitoroku) formula and the role of the occupants in an easy-to-understand manner!
● Cast: Kenya Motoshima 2nd Class Rikujojieitai (Fuji School Armor Department)
● Click here for related Tamiya plastic model information 1/35 Land Self-Defense Force 16 type mobile combat vehicle
1/48 Ground Self-Defense Force Type 16 Mobile Combat Vehicle
● Please also see this video. A talk show by land self-defense officials and pro modelers approaching the secret of “Type 16 Mobile Combat Vehicle (MCV)” !?
https://youtu.be/1g14ummL3Gs
“Approaching the secret of Type 10 tank !?” Talk show by SDF personnel and pro modelers
https://youtu.be/XHp-s00QU9A

Tamiya 70250 Swimming Sea Otter official product video



A Real Cracker!
This assembly kit creates the Swimming Sea Otter, an adorable model with its paddling tail propelled by a submarine motor. Simultaneously, a cam moves the forepaws in a motion mimicking the cracking of a shell. Builders will be fascinated to see how the model transforms the rotation of the motor into reciprocating motion. The streamlined assembly uses push rivets and a small amount of screws, while water resistant stickers are included to add some cute detail to the model.

Specifications
★Length: 202mm, width: 75mm, height: 80mm (measurements are approximate) ★Submarine motor included. ★Includes everything needed for easy snap-fit/screw-together assembly.

Separately Required Items
★R03/AAA/UM4 battery x1 ★Side cutters ★(+) Screwdriver

Tamiya official international release list July 2022

R/C Models
　58705　　1/10 R/C Ford Bronco 2021 (CC-02)
　58707　　1/10 R/C XV-02 PRO Chassis Kit
　58708　　1/10 R/C Alpine A110 Jagermeister 1973 (M-06)
　47478　　1/10 R/C 1990 Land Rover Defender 90 (Light Blue Painted Body) (CC-02)
　47482　　1/10 R/C Astute 2022 (Painted Body) (TD2)
　47486　　1/10 R/C Tyrrell P34 Six Wheeler 1977 Argentine GP
　22046　　XV-02/TT-02 Ball Differential Set (39T)
　22047　　XV-02/TT-02 Front Direct Coupling Set (39T)
　22048　　XV-02 Slipper Clutch Set
　22049　　XV-02/TT-02 Oil Gear Differential Unit
　22050　　06 Module Spur Gear (70T) for XV-02 Gear Differential
　22059　　TD4 20T Metal Bevel Gears (4pcs.)
　22060　　TD2 Mount Pivot Set for Big Bore Dampers (Front)
　47488　　XV-02 Titanium Screw Set
　51686　　CC-02 12-Spoke Wheels (26mm Width, Offset +6) (Black) 4pcs.
　51694　　XV-02 06 Module Spur Gear (70T)
　51695　　Ring Gear Set (39T) for XV-02/TT-02 Gear Differential
　51696　　Ring Gear Set (40T) for XV-02 Gear Differential
　51697　　XV-02 B Parts (Bumper)
　51698　　XV-02 D Parts (Caster Block, 6°)
　51699　　XV-02 E Parts (Rear Uprights)
　51700　　37mm Swing Shafts For Assembly Universal Shaft
　51701　　XV-02 Urethane Bumper
　51702　　Ring Gear Set (39T) for XV-02/TT-02 Ball Differential
　51703　　Ring Gear Set (40T) for XV-02 Ball Differential
　51704　　Ring Gear Set (39T, 40T) for XV-02/TT-02 Direct Coupling

Static Models
　35379　　1/35 U.S. Infantry Scout Set
　61123　　1/48 Lockheed® P-38®J Lightning®

Kids
　19803　　Lord Knight (VZ)
　95150　　Hyper-Dash 3 Motor J-Cup 2022
　95151　　Hyper-Dash Motor PRO J-Cup 2022
　95152　　Super Hard Low-Profile Tire & Wheel Set (Spiral) J-Cup 2022

Tamiya 58705 Ford Bronco 2021 CC-02 review video



When it comes to fun RC build models, Tamiya creates some amazing kits and the 2021 Ford Bronco CC-02 is a stunning 1/10 replica. Tamiya went with the 2-door version of the new Bronco and also added a bit more detail by including a roof rack, and bull bar up front along with some other impressive accessories. Greg will go over all of that here along with an amazing drive of this beautiful crawler along the coast of Maine. If you’re looking for a great RC modeling experience or you’re just a new Bronco fan, then you need to see this kit!
Source: RC Driver

Details of Tamiya 58713 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V (TT02 chassis)

Source of photo: https://evo.mitsu-history.de/


The glorious Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V is now available in RC version, in 1:10 scale, paired with the tried-and-tested TT-02 4WD chassis with cardan drive.
The 5th generation Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution took part in rallies in 1998 and won both the Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championships. This car featured powerful bodywork with protruding bumpers, louvres and air intakes on the bonnet and rear wing.
This kit reproduces the Lancer Evo V in the road-going version.
Model features:
– R/C assembly kit, 1/10 scale. Length: 445mm, width: 185mm, height: 145mm. Wheelbase: 257mm.
– The transparent, light and strong 1.0mm-thick polycarbonate bodywork faithfully reproduces the shape in style.
– The model uses the TT-02 4WD chassis with simple construction and limited maintenance gimbals. Independent 4-arm suspension with low-friction dampers are included.
– Separate ABS parts reproduce the side mirrors and rear wing.
– Comes with stickers and window masking sheet for use during painting.
– The silver 12-spoke wheels are matched with radial competition tyres with tread.
– A wide range of optional extras offers numerous opportunities to customise the model.

Tamiya 64439 RC Guide Book Volume 19 2022 Spring-Summer


Published by Tamiya RC Guidebook Vol.19 2022 SPRING-SUMMER, which carefully selects and publishes Tamiya’s major RC models. Including off-road cars with a wide variety of lineups and wide driving fields, classic touring cars and formula cars that can enjoy high-speed driving, tanks and trailer trucks with powerful big size, cornering with tilted body are attracting attention Includes Tamiya’s major RC models, such as the 3-wheel RC and the completed model XB that can be played immediately out of the box. In addition, we have posted new products that will be released by the summer. Also, since it comes with a popular QR code, you can jump to the Tamiya homepage using your smartphone or mobile phone to see RC videos and detailed information immediately. And the RC start guide introduces the original painting of the body. Original painting is indispensable to make the machine unique and to make a difference to your friends. In addition, it is full of information to enjoy RC life, such as various RC events, live distribution on SNS that delivers the latest information, posting using Twitter and Instagram. In addition, at the end of the book, we also introduced hobby shops nationwide and Tamiya’s RC circuit. All color A4 size, 38 pages with plenty of volume.