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More new Tamiya RC releases

58698 Lotus Europa Special M06 Chassis
58699 Audi V8 Touring TT02 Chassis
47429 Porsche 911 GT3 VIP 2008 TT01E Chassis (reissue)

22032 Alu Steering Bridge
22033 Alu steering arms
22034 Alu crank arm
22036 Alu rocker arms
22037 Stabilizer Set
22038 Alu Rear Sus Mount
22041 CC02 Alu Rear member
51566 Toyota GR 86 Body Set
51676 Super Avante Body Set

Photo of the Tamiya 1/24 static kit

First photo of Tamiya 58695 Wild One Off-Roader Blockhead Motors

Source of photo: Modellbau Seidel

The Wild One is a R/C 2WD buggy assembly kit that has been a hobbyist favorite for years! We are celebrating the Wild One with this special release with a twist! The sticker set, this time around, is designed by Jun Watanabe’s brand “BLOCKHEAD MOTORS”, which has produced stickers and apparel, and customizations of Tamiya off road buggy models from the 1980s. Watanabe has taken part in the design of collaborative fashion, music, and skateboard projects to expand the horizons of R/C cars. This kit is sure to be a fun addition to anyone’s collection!

• 1/10 scale R/C assembly kit. Length: 425mm, height: 140mm, width: 225mm. Wheelbase: 255mm.
• Durable and lightweight ABS box type frame is matched with a battery case which is compatible with modern power sources such as Tamiya Racing Packs and LF batteries.
• 4-wheel independent suspension consists of coil springs and trailing arms. A wide tread ensures excellent off-road stability.
• Enclosed gearbox includes differential gears for smooth cornering.
• Driveshafts feature dog bone-type joints and dust cover.
• Includes 540-type brushed motor.
• Requires: 2-channel radio, steering servo, ESC. 7.2-7.4volt battery & charger

Unique to this release:
• Polycarbonate body (0.7mm thickness) is pre-cut and pre-painted in light blue.
• Comes with metal-plated parts (A, E, G and front/rear wheels)
• Window nets, number plates and dummy antenna included.
• Includes new stickers designed by Jun Watanabe’s brand “BLOCKHEAD MOTORS”.

New spare and hop-up parts for the updated TamTech-Gear GB-01S Chassis

22008 33x6mm Steel Flanged Screws (5pcs.)
22010 TamTech-Gear GB-01S Full Ball Bearing Set
22011 TamTech-Gear GB-01S CVA Damper Set (4pcs.)
22012 TamTech-Gear GB-01S Setting Spring Set
22013 TamTech-Gear GB-01S Wheel Collar (Blue) & Bolt Set
22014 TamTech-Gear GB-01S Aluminum Wheel Hubs (Blue 2pcs.)
22017 TamTech-Gear GB-01S 26x29mm Aluminum Turnbuckle Shaft (Blue 4pcs.)
22018 TamTech-Gear GB-01S SC Front Tire
22019 TamTech-Gear GB-01S SC Rear Tire
22020 TamTech-Gear GB-01S Bumper Set
22021 TamTech-Gear GB-01S 05 Hard Coated Aluminum Pinion Gear (16T)
22022 TamTech-Gear GB-01S 05 Hard Coated Aluminum Pinion Gear (18T)
51679 TamTech-Gear GB-01S Front Wheel (S Type)
51680 TamTech-Gear GB-01S Rear Wheel (S Type)
51681 TamTech-Gear GB-01S Front Wheel (D Type)
51682 TamTech-Gear GB-01S Rear Wheel (D Type)
51683 TamTech-Gear GB-01S Front Grooved Tires
51684 TamTech-Gear GB-01S Rear Spike Tires
51685 TamTech-Gear GB-01S Spare Gear Set

Full details of Tamiya 56714 TamTech-Gear The Grasshopper Mini (GB-01S Chassis) & official international new release list for September 2021

Overall length = 266mm The product is a full set of assembled and painted finished vehicles.

Released in Japan around October 2, 2021 (Sat), price 23,980 yen

A4 size completed 2WD buggy that can be easily played with dry batteries
It is a completed electric RC car packed with a high-performance mechanism in a compact size of almost A4 size. RTR (Ready to Run) with a transmitter set in addition to the completed car body. Not only can you enjoy running immediately out of the box, but you can also use AA batteries as the running power source for about 60 minutes in normal mode. It can run for about 25 minutes in mode. The secret is a number of full-scale mechas packed in a small size. The body is made of durable polycarbonate with the image of a single-seater racing buggy. High performance that allows you to enjoy sufficient driving even on outdoor off-road circuits, including indoor driving, is also a big attraction.

Body composition packed with full-scale mechanics and fun
The frame is a lightweight and strong box type. Achieves a good balance and lower center of gravity by mounting on the rear end. Combined with the adjustable 4-wheel double wishbone suspension, it demonstrates high kinetic performance. After mounting the motor and gearbox on the rear end, it becomes a drive wheel Adopted a rear wheel two-wheel drive layout that applies load to the wheels. In addition, the drive part is full bearing, small and lightweight planetary type differential gear, and slipper clutch that protects the gear from big shocks such as jumps. , Universal shaft etc. are also standard equipment. The popular 1/10 basic buggy and glass hopper deformed body are made of lightweight and shock-resistant polycarbonate.

Basic specifications
● Overall length 266mm, Overall width 181mm, Overall height 90mm ● Wheel base 177mm ● Tread = Front: 160mm, Rear: 155mm ● Tire width / diameter = Front: 21 / 60.5mm Rear: 26 / 64mm ● Frame = Reinforced resin box type ● Drive Method = Horizontal motor rear drive ● Diff gear = Planetary type gear diff ● Steering = 3-split tie rod type ● Suspension = Double wishbone 4-wheel independent ● Gear ratio = 10.86: 1 ● Motor = 370 type ● Speed ​​controller = ESC specifications (TRE) -01 unit installed) ● Minimum turning radius: 35cm ● Standard continuous running time: Approximately 60 minutes in normal mode, approximately 25 minutes in power mode (using AA batteries)

Required separately
● AA battery for travelling 4 alkaline batteries or 4 AA nickel hydrogen batteries Neo Champ and dedicated charger, Tamiya LF1100-6.6V Racing Pack (M size) and dedicated charger ● 4 AA alkaline batteries for transmitter

Tamiya Upcoming Releases September 2021

R/C Models
 22002  CC-02 Aluminum Servo Mount
 22006  Silicone Oil#4000
 22007  Silicone Oil#5000
 22008  3x6mm Steel Flanged Screws (5pcs.)
 56558  Accessory Set For 1/14 Scale R/C Truck (Cones & Tools)

Static Models
 32600  1/48 German Self-Propelled Heavy Anti-tank Gun Nashorn
 32602  1/48 WWII Wehrmacht Infantry Set

Kids
 18657  Ignicion (MA)
 95630  VZ Chassis Set (Red)

First photo of and boxart of Tamiya 47477 Porsche 934 Coupe Vaillant TA02SW 45th Anniversary


This 1/10 scale R/C kit is a color variation version of the Porsche Turbo RSR Type 934. The kit itself commemorates the 45th anniversary of the original Tamiya R/C release! The Porsche 934 holds a special place in Tamiya history as the product of our first R/C model release. This model features a white color body that recreates the Porsche Turbo RSR Type 934 which tussled at the top of races in the European Racing Championship in June 1976. The special release includes a photo-etched product plate and a one-page printed message by Tamiya’s Executive Chairman, Shunsaku Tamiya!

• 1/10 R/C assembly kit. Length: 435mm, width: 202mm, wheelbase: 236mm.
• Body is made of durable polycarbonate.
• Shaft-driven 4WD TA02SW chassis incorporates a horizontal motor layout featuring an FRP double-deck frame with battery and rear gearbox positioned further forward for optimum weight distribution.
• The chassis has a short (236mm) wheelbase and wide tread setup in the traditional Porsche style.
• Includes hi-spec parts: Aluminum motor mount, hard propeller shaft (short), and front/rear universal shafts.
• The 4-wheel double wishbone suspension utilizes CVA oil dampers with front/rear FRP shock/damper stays.
• The drivetrain uses full bearings, and sealed front/rear gearboxes have built-in diff gears, with a ball differential in the rear.
• 2-piece mesh wheels with metal plated rims have wide rear tires and front/rear semi-pneumatic slick tires featuring inner sponges.
• Includes: 540-Type brushed motor.
• Special, dedicated package.
• Requires: 2-channel radio, steering servo, ESC. 7.2-7.4volt battery & charger, and Tamiya PS paint.