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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)
Assembly manual of Tamiya 58695 Wild One Off-Roader Blockhead Motors
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
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)

- Attach the tires and rollers to complete the Mini 4WD chassis!
- The Shiba Inu driver, whose charm points are his sharp ears and round eyes, has been assembled and painted.
- A sticker that you can put on freely. Various marks, bib numbers, and cute animals will liven up the machine.
- Even small children can enjoy finishing it, so it is perfect for the first step of Mini 4WD. Racing with friends is also exciting.
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
Some upcoming Tamiya Mini 4WD Raikiri specials
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.
Tamiya 35375 1/35 Soviet Heavy Tank KV-2 kit preview video

Source: Andy’s Hobby Headquarters
Tamiya 58698 Lotus Europa Special M-06 review video

Source: RC Driver
Full details of Tamiya 56045 1/16 RC British Battle Tank Centurion Mk.III Full-Option 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.
- ★Take another look at the model from the rear, drinking in the detailed form with realistic depictions of engine deck and rear panel.
- ★The main gun offers elevation up to 18 degrees and depression of 7 degrees, in conjunction with realistic sound, controlled at your fingertips.
- ★The turret rotates a full 360 degrees, with transmitter control over speed. The model raises the gun up if it is on course to hit the rear deck.
- ★When the gun is fired, a flash is emitted from an LED via the clear part in the muzzle, accompanied by sound, recoil and vehicle kickback.
- ★7.92mm Besa machine gun burst fire is accompanied by sounds and flashing from an orange LED installed in its tip that depicts muzzle flash.
- ★The bulky turret is accurately rendered in 1/16 scale, with detail such as cupola hatch and side stowage cases. Cast surfaces are also depicted.
- ★Plenty of accessories give the kit a further accent: shovel, tow cables, crowbar and more. The fender-top exhaust is another point of interest
- ★Resin depictions of the single-pin tracks are pre-assembled. The aluminum gun barrel is a precision, easy-to-use component.
- ★The gearbox unit features twin Type 380 motors, for plenty of power at a range of speeds from slow crawling to top speed.
- ★With an aluminum chassis and die-cast components such as drive sprockets and suspension arm, the model enjoys good durability.
- ★Just like the full-size tank, this model has a Horstmann suspension setup, which allows it to take on undulations and obstacles.
- ★The model battery pack is installed in the rear under the engine deck, which is magnet-attached for simple, quick access when required.
- ★The DMD-T11C control unit does the hard work of coordinating various actions, sounds and lights to make this an immersive model!
- ★A bass reflex speaker with metal baffle plate gives deep, rich sounds. Volume is adjustable via transmitter operation.
Tamiya official international release list January 2022
R/C Models
58698 1/10 R/C Lotus Europa Special (M-06)
56370 1/14 R/C MAN TGX 26.540 6×4 XLX (Light Metallic Blue Edition)
56045 1/16 R/C British Battle Tank Centurion Mk.III Full-Option Kit
22023 TT-02 Chassis Cover Set
22037 TD4 Stabilizer Set (Front & Rear)
22038 TD4 Aluminum Rear Suspension Mount
22041 CC-02 Aluminum Rear Member
47479 TA02 Carbon Chassis Conversion Set
Static Models
35375 1/35 Russian Heavy Tank KV-2
12051 1/12 Nissan Fairlady 240ZG Street Custom
Kids
95636 HG Heavy Aluminum Large Dia. Narrow Wheels (2pcs.) Mini 4WD Station
































