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Full details on Tamiya Laser Mini 4WD Series No.1 19801 Lord Spirit (VZ Chassis)

Released in Japan on Saturday, August 28, 2021
Price 1,320 yen

Overall length = 165 mm The photo shows the kit assembled and painted.


The legend of “Laser Mini 4WD” begins
A plastic model assembly kit for high-performance racers that uses shaft-driven four-wheel drive. Road Spirit is a machine driven by Mota Kudo, the main character of “MINI 4 KING”, a manga serialized in CoroCoro Comic. The white-collar body consists of two parts, a front part that is narrowed down toward the rear and a roof. The sharp styling that is held low gives a sense of speed. Even more noteworthy are the road spirit parts, which are important items in the story. The front stabilizer protruding like a corner, the rear brake attached to the underside of the machine, and the rear height roller, which is characterized by its thick shape, add stability at high speeds. The powerful silhouette and the beautiful texture of clear blue green are also attractive. And the chassis adopts VZ which is lightweight and compact and suitable for actual battle. Dish type wheels equipped with large diameter slick tires are easy to apply force when inserting the shaft. The red graphic that shines in white, the logo of the machine name, etc. are expressed with metallic stickers.

VZ chassis in pursuit of strength and expandability
The VZ chassis is a further refinement of the performance of the compact, lightweight, short wheelbase VS chassis that is also used in racing and is popular. While maintaining the excellent features of the VS chassis such as small turning performance and high maintainability, the strength of the bumper, rear stay base, propeller shaft bearing, etc. has been increased. The point is the appropriate “bending” that absorbs the impact. In addition to the rear roller stay, the front bumper can also be split. The degree of freedom of setting is also greatly improved. And the bearing of the shaft adopts 620 plastic bearing made of POM resin with low frictional resistance. A parts such as chassis body and gear cover, and special parts are made of ABS resin. The gear ratio is set to 4.2: 1.

Basic specifications
● Overall length 165 mm, overall width 98 mm, overall height 44 mm ● With motor ● Assembled by fitting and screwing without using adhesive

Items to be purchased separately
● 2 AA batteries


What is Laser Mini 4WD
Laser Mini 4WD is a machine that shows great excitement in “MINI 4 KING” (original plan: Hiroyuki Takei manga: Yuki Imada) serialized in CoroCoro Comic. The machines designed by Professor Hiroyuki Takei are characterized by being equipped with special parts that strongly emphasize their individuality. Although the special parts have a simple structure that can be easily attached with screws, they are as effective as the upgraded parts, and you can enjoy high-level driving. In addition, the shape, characteristics, and coloring of the parts vary depending on the machine, so the collection and customization are full of fun. It is a hot series together with the story of “MINI 4 KING”.


Paints used
Tamiya 85026 Spray TS-26 Pure White for the body
Tamiya 0XF56 XF-56 Metallic Gray for rear of the body

July 10, 1971 – July 10, 2021: 50th Anniversary of Tamiya Educational Construction Series


July 10, 1971 The first fun work series<
It was “No.1 high speed gear box set” and “No.2 torque gear box set”.


Fun Work Series Catalog” published in 1977. Up to “No31 Tsunawatari Doll” was posted.


The “Fun Work Series Application Collection” was included with the “Fun Work Series Catalog” as an in-house publication. It started in 1977 and continued until the 8th collection.

Tamiya 32600 1/48 German Self-Propelled Heavy Anti-Tank Gun Nashorn & 32602 1/48 WWII German Infantry Set

Overall length = 176 mm The photo shows the kit assembled and painted.


★The fearsome Nashorn is here in Tamiya 1/48! From the interior of the open-top fighting compartment to the 8.8cm gun, it is captured in style. ★It features a traversable gun, plus an accurate depiction of the suspension with an uncomplicated build. ★Assembly type tracks feature single piece straight sections. ★Length: 176mm. ★Weights are included to give the model a realistically heavy feel. ★Comes with single figure, depicted in winter gear, scanning in front with binoculars. ★Includes 2 Eastern Front marking options.

The “1/48 WWII German Infantry Set” will also be released at the same time.

The photo shows the kit assembled and painted.


★These highly accurate figures depict infantry in the WWII German Wehrmacht, and were designed using the latest 3D scanning techniques. ★Ten figures in total are included, with subjects such as an NCO with binoculars, a rifleman in the rubble, and various soldiers pictured on the move, or even on the ground – a truly versatile offering. ★Why not use these figures with the many armor models in the same 1/48 Military Miniature series, for a brilliant diorama? ★Finely molded weapons such as the Kar98k rifle, plus MG34, MG42 and MG40 guns. ★Figures and accessories fit superbly together for a highly realistic finish.

Satoshi Maezumi (Paisen RC) Vol.19 – Paisen’s Drift Challenge


This time, I tried a drift challenge by asking “Can Paisen drift?!” !!
How was Paisen’s drift ?!
According to him, he couldn’t run well because he didn’t have a buggy and he wasn’t feeling well, but what about the truth (laughs)?
Which do you like best, such as buggies, on-road cars, and drifts ??
I also want to try various things, so please tell me your recommendations !! 🥺

I personally edited this video while thinking that it would be interesting if Paisen fell into the sea by mistake 🏄‍♂️
Unfortunately it didn’t fall, but I think it was a fun video !!

Some new Tamiya RC hop up parts, also for the new TD4 chassis


22009 Touring Car Ground Clearance Gauge
22028 TD4 Assembly Universal Shafts ( 2)
22029 TD4 Differential Nut and Screw Set
22030 TD4 Aluminum Servo Stays
22031 TD4 Slipper Clutch Set
42375 1280 Sealed Ball Bearings (2)
42376 1260 Sealed Ball Bearings (2)
42377 1150 Sealed Ball Bearings (2)
42378 1060 Sealed Ball Bearings (2)
42379 1050 (3mm) Sealed Ball Bearings (2)
42380 950 Sealed Ball Bearings (2)
42381 730 Sealed Ball Bearings (2)
47464 TD4 Titanium Screw Set
51674 TD4 C-Parts (Uprights) (2)
51675 TD4 D-Parts (Suspension Arms) (2)
56559 Ball Bearings Set Truck 4×2 Chassis
56560 Ball Bearings Set Truck 6×4 Chassis
56561 Ball Bearings Set Truck 8×4 Chassis