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Details of Tamiya 64436 Catalog 2022 (scale model version)


This catalog contains a wide range of Tamiya products, including about 650 scale models, mini 4WD, fun work series, tools, paints, and makeup materials. The cover of the 2022 edition is a cool design with a blue star graphic and a popular scale model item laid out. Featured models such as the 1/24 Toyota GR 86, 1/12 Team Suzuki Exter GSX-RR ’20, 1/35 American Tank Destroyer M18 Hellcat, and 1/48 McDonnell Douglas F-4B Phantom II can be enjoyed in detail. I posted it in a large format photo with a spread. Also included are items that greatly expand the range of expression, such as quality tools, airbrushes, and compressors. The Tamiya color compatibility table based on lacquer paint is also useful. Not only is it useful for choosing the next kit, but it is also perfect for motivating production. This is a book full of Tamiya’s charms. Size 26 x 25.5 cm, 97 pages in total.

Some future Tamiya releases to be released in spring 2022

R/C Models
58701 At this time unknown model with 190€ recommended list price
58704 1/12 Toyota Land Cruiser 40 Pick-Up Quadtrack (GF-01FT)
58706 Thunder Shot 2022
47304 Fighting Buggy 2014
22025 TD4 Ball Differential Set
51692 Astute 2022 Body Parts Set

Static Models
12033 1/12 Renault RE-20 Turbo (w/Photo-Etched Parts) 　　
32603 1/48 German Heavy Tank Tiger I Early Production (Eastern Front)

Photos and details of the new beginners Tamiya Mini 4WD Raikiri series and Tamiya Official Guidebook Introduction to Mini 4WD Super Speed ​​Condele

17901 Raikiri (Blue) & Dog Racer
Scheduled to be released in early spring 2022, Japan price 1,980 yen

Overall length = 156 mm The photo shows the assembled kit.


Enjoy Mini 4WD more easily!
It is a semi-finished type mini 4WD that even beginners and small children can easily finish. Raikiri (Blue) The dog racer is a machine with a cute Shiba Inu driver riding on Raikiri, which has a flowing form that resembles the movement of a sword. The body is clear blue, and the chassis is also a blue color, which makes it a perfect match for the Shiba Inu with a graceful expression. Also, set the gear ratio to 4: 1 and look forward to racing with your friends. Dress up with colorful stickers such as bib numbers and star marks to complete a unique machine in a world full of originality.

MA chassis pursuing drive efficiency
The chassis has a simple shape with few protrusions and adopts MA that is easy to maintain. The double shaft motor mounted in the center, the rear skid bar made of low friction resin and 6 rollers realize high performance running. It is a chassis that can be used for a wide range of purposes, from beginners to veteran racers, from street races on small courses to official competitions on large special 5-lane circuits.

Basic specifications
● Overall length 156 mm, overall width 97 mm, overall height 43 mm ● With double shaft motor ● Can be assembled with simple fitting and screwing without using adhesive.

Items to be purchased separately
● 2 AA batteries ● Nippers, Phillips screwdriver

What is Beginners Mini 4WD
We recommend “Beginners Mini 4WD” for small children and those who are trying mini 4WD for the first time. Body and chassis parts are pre-cut and assembled. Separate the tires from the runners, fit them in, screw the front and rear rollers and rear stays, and put an animal driver full of love on it to create an attractive machine. The point is that there is almost no work that requires technique or power. We have also set a sticker that you can put on any place you like.

・Raikiri (blue) dog racer (left)
・Raikiri (pink) pig racer (center)
・Raikiri (green) panda racer (right)

Tamiya 63748 Official Guidebook Introduction to Mini 4WD Super Speed ​​Condele

“I want to dress up the machine in a cool way” “I want to win a prize in the contest” Tamiya’s official guidebook that introduces the tricks to upgrade from the basic knowledge of painting for Mini 4WD Conderer racers. The painting technique directly from the pro modeler Hasegawa Master and the transcendental technique of the regulars who won the Condele prize are also outstanding reading responses. Tamiya Mini 4WD Japan Cup 2021 Concours d’Elegance ONLINE winning machines will be introduced at once.

Main contents
★ Basic technique of body makeup Learn knowledge of paints and basic tools and basics of body painting ★ Higher-grade
dress-up technique Learn the
tricks of brush painting and airbrush painting ★ Condelemaster’s transcendental technique
★ Mini 4WD “Bright” shooting technique

Format / number of pages: A5 / 128 pages / all colors
Issued by: One Publishing

Tamiya Honored in the 2021 Modell Fahrzeug Awards

Tamiya is delighted to announce that it has been honored multiple times in the 2021 awards given by the readers of the prestigious German modeling magazine “Modell Fahrzeug.” Tamiya was bestowed with the “Premium Brand” prize for R/C model makers, and two of our models were also singled out for awards:

Electric R/C Model Awards – 1st Place

Item 58682 1/10 R/C 1991 Audi V8 Touring (TT-02)
This classic took part in the 1991 German Touring Car Championship, and would eventually be driven to the drivers’ title by racing legend Frank Biela. This radio control model assembly kit depicts the car in 1/10 scale, with light cases and separate parts for side mirrors.

Static Model (Various Scales) Awards – 1st Place

Item 12057 1/12 Porsche 935 Martini
This static model assembly kit recreates the powerful Porsche 935, which eventually took a championship in the 1976 World Championship for Makes. It is a highly detailed kit with detailed engine, opening doors and hoods, plus photo-etched parts for a super-realistic finish.

Tamiya is proud to have received these recognitions and is constantly striving to produce models at the highest level of quality. We would like to thank our fans in Germany and across the world for their continued and valued support.

Full details of Tamiya 56045 1/16 RC British Battle Tank Centurion Mk.III Full-Option Kit

Hull length: 476mm. Image shows painted and assembled kit.


A Solid Presence
By the end of WWII, the British military was developing counters for the powerful German Tiger and Panther tanks among others, and one of the designs they chose was the Centurion. Fitted with the 17 pounder gun initially, its sloped armor and Horstmann suspension set it apart rather from its British predecessors. Although it was not in time to be deployed in WWII, it was quickly pressed into live action in the Korean War, which broke out in June 1950 – more precisely, its Mk.III model was pressed into action, a variant which was upgunned to significant effect with the 20 pounder. The Centurion Mk.III was a key presence, to the extent of its being often named as the most effective fielded in the United Nations force. A number of further variants were developed in later years, as the Centurion served various European militaries and even equivalents in India and Israel.

About the Model
●This is a 1/16 scale R/C model assembly kit depicting the Centurion Mk.III. ●The powerful form with 20 pounder gun is recreated with formidable accuracy. ●Utilizes an aluminum main gun barrel for a crisp, precise finish. ●In addition to the standard part, an optional version of the gun shield canvas cover intended for display models is included. ●Take control of a full range of model and turret motion. ●Features a realistic rendering of the full-size tank’s Horstmann suspension. ●Can be used with the separately sold Tamiya Battle System for enthralling battles with other 1/16 scale R/C tanks.