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Details of Tamiya 58706 Thunder Shot 4WD 2022 Painted Body with some updated parts!


After the Fire Dragon, the Terra Scorcher and the Thunder Dragon, Tamiya welcomes the Thunder Shot as a reissue and updated version!

This R/C model features some basic specifications inherited from item 58361 with different CVA oil shocks and the addition of an aluminium engine mount.

Model Information:
– This R/C model assembly kit is an updated version of the Thunder Shot, the original of which was first produced in 1987. Length: 390mm, width: 240mm, height: 135mm.
– The polycarbonate body is pre-cut and pre-painted in white and blue, with a clear cover. (The body requires the application of stickers, mounting and painting of the driver figure).
– Robust ABS tub chassis is easy to maintain.
– Metal motor mount included in the kit.
– Independent 4-wheel double wishbone suspension with CVA oil dampers (*) uses front anti-roll bar for extra stability. *Changed from CVA 1st series to 2nd series oil shock absorbers for ease of installation.
– The front and rear mechanical reduction gears are sealed and contain compact and durable die-cast 3-satellite differential gears.
– Studded tyres provide excellent grip.
– Contains separate rear wing (pre-painted white).
– Includes driver figure.

540 engine included, R/C system sold separately.

Details of Tamiya 58704 1/12 Toyota Land Cruiser 40 Pick-Up Quadtrack GF-01FT

Toyota’s Land Cruiser is one of the most recognisable 4WD vehicles in the world, especially the 40, a series that was sold from 1960 to 1984.
Now, Tamiya is pleased to announce a new version: an R/C model featuring the combination of the GF-01FT 4WD chassis and track units for traction.
Model Information:
– This is a 1/12 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 337mm, width: 250mm, height: 236mm. Wheelbase: 174mm.
– This model is a reproduction of the Land Cruiser 40 Pick-Up fitted with 3-point tracks to replace the tyres.
– These tracks offer superlative traction compared to tyres and allow the model to run in snow, sand, mud and other conditions.
– The model is based on the GF-01FT gear-driven 4WD chassis, which features a monocoque chassis with traction provided by the mid-mounted engine through front and rear differentials.
– The square layout with similar wheelbase and tread size offers unique performance.
– Choose from two types of tracks; standard flat and ribbed.
– A transparent polycarbonate body and driver figure are also included.
– Please note that ball bearings for the tracks are not included.

540 motor included and R/C system sold separately.

Happy Holiday greetings video from Tamiya


Following on from 2020, 2021 has been another turbulent year but it is now drawing to a close, and Tamiya would like to wish a safe and happy holiday season to all around the world.


Wishing a happy holiday season to all Tamiya fans across the globe!
楽しいクリスマスをお過ごしください！

Tamiya Grand Prix Champion Finals, Tamiya RC History and Christmas Special 2021 introducing the Tamiya Off-Road Meeting and a special talk show



Introducing the Tamiya Grand Prix Champion Finals and Tamiya RC History!
・ We will deliver the pattern of the Tamiya Grand Prix Champion deciding match 2021 held on Saturday, December 4th and Sunday, December 5th! Introducing the Jr / GT / TRF Grand Prix class as the second part. ・ In Tamiya RC History << 25 >>, you can see “Toyota Celica GT FOUR”, “Super Astute 2WD” and “Ferrari F40” released in 1991.


Christmas Special 2021 !! Introducing the Tamiya Off-Road Meeting and a special talk show!
・ We will deliver the pattern of the Tamiya Off-Road Meeting held on 12/12 (Sun)! 4 classes held (Classic Buggy, Tamtech Gear, Dragon Challenge, Super Avante) ・ As a Christmas special talk show (1) Introducing new products released in December 2021 (2) Looking back on the 2021 Tamiya RC, Maezumi , Kono, Sunahara’s Tamiya RC of the Year announced! (3) We will introduce Tamiya products that are ideal for Christmas gifts.
Cast
Tamiya Satoshi Maezumi, Riku Sunahara, Takayuki Kono

Tamiya Grand Prix All Japan Championship Kyushu Tournament, Champion Finals and Tamiya RC History



Tamiya Grand Prix All Japan Championship Kyushu Tournament and Tamiya RC History!
・ Introducing the Tamiya Grand Prix All Japan Championship Kyushu Tournament held in Greenland, Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture on Saturday, November 27th. ・ The Formula E class final video in which Tamiya Maezumi, also known as Paisen, participated is also released. See driving techniques on slightly slippery roads! ・ For Tamiya RC History << 23 >>, please see “Bullhead” and “Tyrell 190 Ford” released in 1990, “Nissan 300ZX IMSA / GTO” and “Jaguar XJR-12 (Daytona specification)” released in 1991. to introduce.


Introduction of Tamiya Grand Prix Champion Finals and Tamiya RC History!
・ We will deliver the pattern of the Tamiya Grand Prix Champion deciding match 2021 held on Saturday, December 4th and Sunday, December 5th! First of all, I would like to introduce the M Sports ST Grand Prix class as the first part. ・ In Tamiya RC History “24”, you can see “Barehawk 2WD”, “Honda NSX” and “Lotus 102B Judd” released in 1991. *

Tamiya Mini 4WD Live Vol.11 & Mini 4WD Japan Cup 2021 Concours d’Elegance online program



Tamiya Mini 4WD LIVE Vol.11 (December 2021)
Live program distribution “2021 / Year-end Mini 4WD Featured Items Special Feature!” Japan Cup 2021 information and condele’s schedule announced next year 2022 Explains books and comics that will be released at the end of the year, such as the mook book “Introduction to Mini 4WD Super Speed ​​Condele” that understands everything, and the first volume of the mini 4WD manga “Mini 4 King” that is being serialized in Korokoro Comic. In addition, we will carefully introduce the attention-grabbing Mini 4WD related items that you want to enjoy during the year-end and New Year holidays, and the new product information that was announced in a hurry.
Cast ・ MC Guts Master Ueda


Approximately 1,600 dress-up works were posted online on SNS, and “Concours d’Elegance ONLINE” competes for ideas for dress-up of Mini 4WD, which showed great excitement. MC Guts and Mini 4WD will thoroughly introduce all 16 works that won the “NEW ERA Award” from various perspectives! The four works that won the “NEW ERA Award” at JC2021 Condele 4 will be announced, and the “NEW ERA Grand Prize”, which will be the No. 1 in the Concours d’Elegance, will be finally decided from all 16 works. “Powered by FDK Mini 4WD Japan Cup 2021 Concours d’Elegance ONLINE”
Introduction page https://www.tamiya.com/japan/mini4wd/JC2021condeleonline.html
NEW ERA Award ・ 12 works / 16 works in total
・ Author: Mottsun @TIDALWAVE —- ・ Title: Mantarei Jr MSP ・ Author: ok ————– ———————— ・ Title: Backblader 2045 ・ Author: Daiya @TRIVALS ———— —– ・ Title: Poseidon X BAD SP ・ Author: Kojikoji ————————— ・ Title: Wild Zaurus REX ・ Author: Muka D ——————————– ・ Title: Road Storm Dragon ・Author: Shige-kun ☆ ———————— ・ Title: Mantarei Jr MSP ・ Author: RAVEN ——– ———————– ・ Title: ELEGLITTER Arcana ・ Author: Pen —————- ——————- ・ Title: Find the Era Glitter! ・ Author: DuN 4WD ————— ————- ・ Title: About Jio ・ Author: TKMT ★ ☆ ——————— —- ・ Title: Igni Racing GT ・ Author: JinFuji @ Team Sudden Sakigumi! — ・ Title: Great Emperor Full Aero Formation ・ Author: Koru no @ Mini 4WD — ——— ・ Title: Comical Pander Net

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.