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Full details of Tamiya 58695 1/10 R/C Wild One Off-Roader Blockhead Motors

Overall length = 425mm The photo shows the assembled kit.
The body and driver doll have been painted and cut.


Custom offroader transformed into bright colors
This is a wild one offroader customized by graphic designer JUN WATANABE, who is also known as a big Tamiya RC fan. In contrast to the original version, which features a wide and low body structure and wild black and red coloring, the Wild One Off-Roader BLOCKHEAD MOTORS features a bright light blue that excites off-road driving. Moreover, the polycarbonate body is painted in light blue and has been cut. The window net, bib plate, and dummy antenna will make your run more exciting. Of course, the BLOCKHEAD MOTORS logo, the mascot mark of the turtle, and many sponsor marks are prepared with stickers.

4 The rear-wheel drive chassis equipped with German suspension creates a metallic feel
The frame is a box type made of ABS resin that is light and highly durable. The battery case is compatible with LF batteries as well as 7.2V racing packs. Wide tread specification for 4-wheel independent suspension with single trailing arm. Both front and rear are equipped with aluminum cylinder oil dampers, and especially the front damper mount is also made of aluminum. The gear case mounted on the rear end is a sealed type that shuts out the intrusion of sand and pebbles that are inherent in off-road. It has a built-in differential gear to ensure smooth cornering. In addition, the drive shaft joint is equipped with a dog bone type with excellent wear resistance and dust boots to improve driving reliability. Moreover, JUN’s commitment is also to the chassis. The roll bar with insert molded metal parts is silver. It is also a point to use plated parts for the wheels, front and rear suspension arms, side guards, and gearbox to create a metallic feel.

BLOCKHEAD MOTORS
RC car brand represented by JUN WATANABE. We are developing stickers and apparel by customizing mainly Tamiya off-road buggy in the 1980s.

JUN WATANABE: Graphic designer / BLOCKHEAD MOTORS Representative A designer
who handles a wide range of graphic design and product design, mainly in the fashion world. While also in charge of designing many collaboration models, he is also active as an artist who creates paintings and video works. He has been an avid Tamiya fan since he was a child, and he is still a creator who loves RC cars and never stops. In 2012, we released Tamiya’s “Hornet by JUN WATANABE”, an RC car with polka dots, and we also handle Tamiya’s apparel goods.

Basic specifications
● Overall length 425mm, Overall height 140mm, Overall width 225mm ● Wheel base 255mm ● Tread = 190mm for both front and rear ● Frame = ABS resin box type ● Body = Polycarbonate ● Drive system = Rear motor / rear wheel drive ● Diff gear system = 3 bevel type ● Steering = 2-split tie rod type ● Suspension = 4 wheels independent with single trailing arm on both front and rear ● Tire width / diameter = front 23 / 83mm, rear 38 / 88mm ● Damper = aluminum oil damper on both front and rear ● Gear ratio = 1: 7.54, 1: 9.05 ● With 540 type motor ● Speed ​​controller = ESC specification (sold separately)

Items to be purchased separately
● Fine spec 2.4G electric RC drive set ● 4 AA batteries for transmitter



Introducing the PV produced by BLOCK HEAD MOTORS, who was in charge of custom design of the machine. The video that is conscious of Tamiya CM in the 1980s is cool!

Tamiya official international release list December 2021

R/C Models
　58695　　1/10 R/C Wild One Off-Roader Blockhead Motors
　58699　　1/10 R/C 1992 Audi V8 Touring (TT-02)
　58702　　1/10 R/C Subaru BRZ (ZD8) (TT-02)
　47459　　1/10 R/C Saint Dragon 4WD (2021)
　56715　　R/C TamTech-Gear Frog Mini (GB-01S)
　54948　　Track Unit Sets (2pcs.)
　22027　　CW-01 Aluminum Motor Mount
　22032　　TD4 Aluminum Steering Bridge
　22033　　TD4 Aluminum Steering Arms
　22034　　TD4 Aluminum Crank Arm
　47473　　1/10 Scale Thunder Dragon Body Parts Set
　51666　　1/10 Scale R/C Toyota GR 86 Body Parts Set
　51676　　1/10 Scale R/C Super Avante Body Parts Set

Static Models
　14139　　1/12 Team Suzuki ECSTAR GSX-RR ’20
　24361　　1/24 Toyota GR 86
　24362　　1/24 Subaru BRZ (ZD8)
　35376　　1/35 U.S. Tank Destroyer M18 Hellcat
　25423　　1/35 British SAS Commando Vehicle 1944 (w/2 Figures)
　24042　　1/24 Nissan Fairlady 300ZX 2 Seater
　21170　　1/12 Honda CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADE SP (Red) (Finished Model)
　12691　　1/12 Scale Suzuki GSX-RR ’20 Front Fork Set

Kids
　18718　　K4 Gambol (FM-A)
　15531　　Mini 4WD Bearing Lubricant Oil
　95638　　Mini 4WD Oval Home Circuit (Two-Level Lane Change) plus Trairong & Copperfang

Tools & Paints
　70247　　4-Track Crawler
　69940　　Modeler’s Side Cutter α (Fluorescent Green)

Toyota Mini Mirai based on Tamiya chassis – UK’s first hydrogen-fuelled RC car


Meet the Mini Mirai, the UK’s first hydrogen-fuelled remote-controlled (RC) car, based on the hydrogen-powered Toyota Mirai bigger brother. But why, and more importantly, how, you might ask?

Before we answer those questions for you, take a look for yourself at our Mini Mirai in action as we went for a spin around Old New Inn Model Village in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire. Could there be a more appropriate setting to showcase this UK first?

Why miniaturise the Mirai?

Being at the forefront of hydrogen technology, Toyota wanted to showcase the potential for hydrogen to be used in multiple, slightly more novel ways. Toyota has already made a name for itself in terms of hydrogen power, with more than 20 years of hydrogen research and development which led to the launch of its first production fuel-cell car in 2015, the first generation Mirai. Continuing to pioneer fuel cell technology and following this year’s launch of the all-new Mirai, Toyota is increasing its fuel cell production ten-fold to 30,000 units a year. This will enable the expansion of fuel cell technology into broader forms of transport and haulage, as well as industrial energy applications.

How did we create it?

In order to create our one-off Mini Mirai, we enlisted help from Bramble Energy, a company specialising in miniature hydrogen applications, and the Tamiya model company. For the body, Tamiya used their expertise to create a 1/10 scale replica of the new Mirai hydrogen saloon with one of Tamiya’s popular TT-02 RC cars used as the starting point. In order to achieve a striking resemblance to the full-sized Mirai saloon, every inch of the vehicle was surveyed, with even the colour of the Mini Mirai (Scarlet Flare) being an exact replica of the real car.

1. Hydrogen manifold, 2. Hydrogen inlet pipe, 3. Electronics control board, 4. Hydrogen regulator, 5. Hydrogen gas storage, 6. Fuel cell power terminal, 7. Battery pack, 8. PCBFC fuel cell range extender, 9. Voltage regulator, 10. Rear shock absorber, 11. Bespoke body-shell


For the hydrogen fuel cell system, Bramble Energy fitted a miniaturised version of its printed circuit board fuel cell (PCBFC) system, a control system and hydrogen storage, into the standard four-wheel drive RC chassis – the exact same one that is readily available in model shops before the Tamiya Mirai body shell was fitted on top. The Mini Mirai is fitted with two hydrogen fuel canisters that are switchable, allowing for quick replacement when fuel runs out. The Bramble Energy system provides around 20 Watts of power, with double the running time capacity compared to a conventional battery-powered RC car.

Just like its full-size sibling, the RC model excels when it comes to driving range. The new Mirai can cover up to 400 miles on a tank of hydrogen. The Mini Mirai can cover twice the distance of an equivalent, conventional battery-powered RC car.

Source: Toyota UK

More details of future Tamiya 58697 Astute 2022 TD2 Chassis

  • The body, designed by Japanese designer Kota Nezu of Znug Design Inc
  • Kota Nezu also was the lead design of the recently released Superavante
  • The TD2 is based around the TD4 chassis which uses Front Inboard Suspension which offers slim, low-profile form, the front suspension arms have a skid angle of 25⁰ for superlative ground hugging stable performance off-road, plus angled CVA Oil dampers for smooth suspension movement
  • The chassis uses the same Ball Diffs as the TD4, full ball bearings and a midship motor placement with 3 gears connecting to the drivetrain for optimum balance and improved performance
  • Ribbed front and rear square spike tires for improved grip and stability with NEWLY designed front star dish wheels attached with Hex Hubs instead of bearings
  • 4-wheel double wishbone suspension
  • Choose between low & high wing stays to adjust downforce depending on the road

Tamiya RC Live with details of the new Tamiya Astute TD2 chassis



Introduction of Tamiya GP All Japan Championship Iwate, live broadcast of Hokkaido, and detail announcement of NEW 2WD Offroad machine!
The final A-main of each class (Jr, M-Sport, ST, GT, TRF Grand Prix) of Tamiya Grand Prix All Japan Championship Iwate held on Saturday 23 October. We will also explain the setting of each class winning car.
Tamiya Grand Prix Hokkaido held in Sapporo on Sunday 31 October.
We will show the details of the new 2WD off-road machine for the first time in the world. This is a must-see for those who are interested in the chassis structure and body style.
Cast
Tamiya Satoshi Maezumi, Riku Sunahara, Takayuki Kono

Tamiya Mini 4WD Live Vol.9 – Japan Cup 2021



The Japan Cup 2021 will be resumed at last!
We will send you the live report of the Osaka event held on the day, and the interview of the participants of the pre-Shizuoka event held at Tamiya head office.
The popular corner “Mini 4WD Academy” will feature “Japan Cup History” from 2012 when it was held again.
In addition, the full story of the Laser Mini 4WD body parts set announced on the Tamiya website is also revealed!
Other mini 4WD information will be delivered via YouTube Live as soon as possible.
During the live broadcast, you can post comments and ask questions, so please join us and all the Mini 4WD racers.

Tamiya RC Live – Tamiya GP All Japan Championship & Tamiya RC History 20, 21 & 22



The final A-main of each class (Jr, M-Sport, ST, GT, TRF Grand Prix) of Tamiya Grand Prix All Japan Championship West Japan held on Saturday 9th October. We will also explain the setting of each class winning car.
We will broadcast the Tamiya Grand Prix Hokkaido held in Sapporo on Saturday 30 October.
In Tamiya RC History (20), off-road models “Iglesse”, “Astute”, “Nissan King Cab” and “Madcap 2WD” released in 1989 will be shown!


The final A-main of each class (Jr, M-Sport, ST, GT, TRF Grand Prix) of Tamiya Grand Prix All Japan Championship East Japan held on 10/10(Sun). We will also explain the setting of each class winning car.
We will broadcast the Tamiya Grand Prix Hokkaido held in Sapporo on Saturday 30 October.
In Tamiya RC History (21), we will introduce “Saint Dragon”, “Ferrari F189 Late Type” and “Avante 2001” which were released in 1989 and 1990.


Tamiya Grand Prix All Japan Championship Okayama held on Oct.16(Sat). We will also explain the setting of each class winning car.
We will broadcast the Tamiya Grand Prix Hokkaido held in Sapporo on Sunday 31 October.
In Tamiya RC History (22), “Toyota Hilux Monster Racer”, “Manta Ray 4WD” and “Mercedes-Benz C11” which were released in 1990 will appear!

Tamiya RC Advice Vol.19 – TamTech Gear Grasshopper Mini Optional Parts – Intermediate and Advanced



The Tamtech-Gear Grasshopper Mini is a pre-built R/C car packed with high performance mechanisms in A4 size. This time we will introduce optional parts that will dramatically increase the driving performance.
Products featured in the video:
RC Tamtech-Gear Grasshopper Mini (GB-01S Chassis)
00:46 OP.2017 Tum Tech Gear GB-01S 2.6x29mm Aluminum Turnbuckle Shafts (Blue, 6pcs)
01:35 OP.2011 Tamtech-Gear GB-01S CVA Damper Set (4pcs)
02:25 OP.2012 Tum Tech Gear GB-01S Setting Spring Set
02:38 OP.1860 370 Sport Tuning Motor for T3-01
02:58 Tamiya LF1100-6.6V Racing Pack (M)
03:03 Tamiya LF-6.6V Battery AC Charger
03:15 OP.2010 Tamtech Gear GB-01S Full Bearing Set