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Tamiya RC Live – New product introduction 2023 and Tamiya RC history

March / April 2023 New product introduction, TT-02SRX, TT-02BR release commemorative special and Tamiya RC history!
・2023 Introducing new products that will be released in March and April 2019. Information on optional parts that can be used for the “TT-02SRX” and “TT-02BR”, as well as a running video of the new product “Toyota Celica GT-FOUR (ST165)” released in April will be released! ・In commemoration of the release of “TT-02SRX” and “TT-02BR”, a comparison run of “TT-02SRX” and “TT-02SR” and a “4WD buggy” class that can be used in the popular class of the Tamiya Grand Prix ” A lineup of interesting information such as comparison runs between TD4 and TT-02BR! ・Tamiya RC history introduces the RC released in 2000. The “Mammoth Dump” and “Loctite Zexel GT-R (R34)” equipped with a gimmick that allows the cargo bed to move up and down, and the “Subaru Impreza” modeled in honor of Arai, who showed great success in the 2000 WRC season. WRC Arai specification” appears.

Additional information on new products in the first half of 2023, introduction of Thailand International Touring Car Race 2023 and Tamiya RC history!
・Introducing additional information on new Tamiya RC products for the first half of 2023. Introducing the actual “Porsche 911 GT3 (TT-02)” and explaining the chassis structure of “Fiat Abarth 1000TCR Berlina Corsa (MB-01)” by Tamiya Maezumi! In addition, we also release a video of the new off-road RC “BBX” running on the Tamiya Circuit. ・We deliver the “Thailand International Touring Car Race 2023” held in Thailand in February 2023, the atmosphere of the local race venue, and the race pattern of the “TT-02 One Make” class. Check out the setting method of the TT-02 chassis, which is the machine that TRF Suzuki Kiyokazu will participate in! ・Tamiya RC history introduces the RC released in 2001. The “Subaru Impreza WRC2001 Prototype” modeled after the prototype of the new Impreza that played an active part in the 2001 WRC, and the Corvette race specification “Corvette C5-R” and “Subaru Impreza WRC2001” that are representative of American sports! *Each delivery is scheduled for 60 minutes. Appearances Tamiya Satoshi Maezumi, Riku Sunahara *You cannot watch before the live distribution time (you can see the archived video after distribution). *Video and audio may be disturbed due to circumstances such as communication conditions, and distribution may be canceled without notice.

Tamiya RC Live – Tamiya Grand Prix Aichi and Tamiya RC history

Spielwarenmesse 2023 introduction, Tamiya Spring Cup 2023 advice, Tamiya RC new products in the first half of 2023 & Tamiya RC history

Introduction of German Spielwaren Messe 2023, Tamiya Spring Cup 2023 advice information and Tamiya RC history!
Spielwaren Messe 2023 held in Germany in early February 2023, Tamiya booth where many new products were announced Introducing!
・ We give setting advice for the “Tamiya Spring Cup 2023” scheduled to be held at Tamiya Kakegawa Circuit on March 18 (Sat) and 19 (Sun). A lot of useful information, such as a comparison video of the “M-07” and “MF-01X” that can be used in the new class “M Rally Grand Prix”! ・Tamiya RC history introduces RC released from 1999 to 2000. “Juggernaut 2” which boasts the largest size in Tamiya RC history, “Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI WRC” which won the world rally championship for 4 years in a row in 1999, and “F103LM-TRF Special Chassis Kit” appear.

Introducing Tamiya RC new products in the first half of 2023 and Tamiya RC history!
・ We deliver the details of the new products announced at the “Spielwaren Messe 2023” held in Germany in early February 2023 and the first half of 2023 at the local venue. Don’t miss this opportunity to check out the details of the BBX and MB-01, which have been attracting a lot of attention! ・Tamiya RC history introduces the RC released in 2000. The first model in the TB series, the Subaru Impreza (1999 German domestic rally championship winner), the Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM 2000 Team D2, and the first two-belt machine in the TA series, the TA04 PRO!

Tamiya Grand Prix in Osaka Auto Messe and Tamiya RC History

Introducing the Tamiya Grand Prix in Osaka Auto Messe and Tamiya RC History!
Introducing the “Tamiya Grand Prix in Osaka Auto Messe” held at Intex Osaka on February 10 (Friday) and 11 (Saturday). Please pay attention to the “Rally Grand Prix” class, which has become a heated race! ・Tamiya RC history introduces the RC released in 1999. The “Peugeot 206 WRC” and “Toyota Aristo” that Peugeot sent to the WRC since 1999, and the special version of the still popular off-road car “Blitzer Beetle His Chrome Metallic Special” will appear.

Tamiya RC Car Grand Prix Introducing the Osaka Auto Messe Tournament and Tamiya RC History!
We introduce the “Tamiya RC Car Grand Prix Osaka Auto Messe Tournament” held at Intex Osaka on Sunday, February 12th. Please pay attention to the hot race of the “JJ Grand Prix” class, which is exciting with Jr. drivers and female drivers! ・Tamiya RC history introduces RC released from 1999 to 2000. “Toyota GT-One TS020” and “Raybrick NSX” which won the second overall position at Le Mans in 1999, “Calsonic Skyline GT-R (R34 )”.

Tamiya models receive again awards from prestigious German magazines

More Awards for Tamiya
The results of the latest Modell des Jahres (Model of the Year) contest have been announced by German magazine Modell Fan! Tamiya is delighted to report that three of our models – 1/35 British Cruiser Tank A34 Comet, 1/48 Lockheed Martin F-35A LightningII and 1/12 Ducati Superleggera V4 – were honored with the awards, which are chosen by the magazine’s staff and readership.
This great news follows German scale and R/C auto model magazine Modell-Fahrzeug honoring Tamiya with the 2022 R/C Premium Brand award, for the 13th year in a row.

: Modell Fan (a German magazine specializing in scale models) selected Tamiya products as “Modell des Jahres (Model of the Year)” again this year, and received an award commemorative medal.

: Three Tamiya scale models, including the 1/12 Ducati Superleggera V4, won the “Modell des Jahres (Model of the Year) 2023” award.

: Received the Premium Brand 2022 (Top Brand Award) selected by Modell-Fahrzeug (German miniature model magazine ) for the 13th consecutive year.

: [Model of the Year Award] 1/48 Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II

: [Model of the Year Award] 1/12 Ducati Superleggera V4

: [Model of the Year Award] 1/35 British Cruiser Tank Comet

Tamiya 58721 1/10 Fiat Abarth 1000 TCR Berlina Corse (MB-01 Chassis) at Nuremberg Toy Fair 2023

Just arrived on the second day of the fair

The origin of M-chassis series history goes back to December 1994, and this series has been popular due to cost-effective kits with a wide choice of bodies, ease of maintenance and control for any level user. Enter, the all-new MB-01! The new MB-01 chassis continues that tradition and allows six setups by choosing from three types of wheelbases, and front- or rear- wheel drive system. Its first body recreates the Fiat Abarth 1000 TCR Berlina Corse which was a car developed with high level tune-ups based upon the compact 2-door Fiat 600.

MB-01 Chassis Features
• Length: 322mm, width: 163mm. Wheelbase: 209mm (S) / 224mm (M) / 239mm (L) (*Fiat Abarth uses the LONG wheelbase setup).
• The multi-purpose, 2WD MB-01 chassis gives choices of three types of wheelbases (*), and front- or rear- wheel drive system. Six setups are available in total.
• Simply change attachment directions of final gears and steering linkage to switch between front- and rear- wheel drive; low or high motor position can be chosen for rear-wheel drive cars.
• Unitized sections such as motor mount and final gears facilitate ease of assembly and effective maintenance.
• The 4-wheel double wishbone suspension features symmetrical structure and friction dampers.
• While this is a 2WD model, multi-link suspension is compatible with tires featuring the same compound and rear tire with toe-in as 4WD models.
• Gear ratio: 5.83:1 (when using kit-standard 29T pinion gear)
• Features 55mm diameter front tires and 60mm diameter rear tires to authentically recreate the stance of the actual car.
• Many Hop-Up Option parts for M-chassis and TT-chassis cars can be used to fine-tune setup.
• Includes 540 motor and ESC.
• Requires 2-channel radio, 7.2-7.4volt battery with compatible charger and Tamiya PS paint to complete.

Tamiya 58712 1/10 RC Porsche 911 GT3 (992) (TT-02 Chassis) at Nuremberg Toy Fair 2023

Just arrived on the second day of the fair

This R/C model assembly kit recreates the Porsche 911 GT3 (992) with a stunning and highly detailed polycarbonate body. The kit is based on the beginner friendly and highly customizable TT-02 chassis. The full-size 7th generation model, Porsche 911 GT3 features double-wishbone front suspension – changed from MacPherson strut – and a horizontally opposed 6-cylinder engine. Lightweight components and aerodynamic design extensively improved its performance. Carbon fiber reinforced plastic front hood, which was employed for production vehicles for the first time, gives lightweight design. Also, hanging type wing stay supply greater downforce and lower drag.

Adaptable TT-02 Chassis offers balanced shaft driven 4WD
The shaft driven 4WD TT-02 chassis employs a longitudinal layout with the battery on the left and the motor on the right, to offer excellent stability. In addition, it features identical left and right suspension arms and uprights for ease of assembly, plus easy-to-maintain gearboxes. It is a highly adaptable chassis, as it offers 2 different wheelbases, 2 ground clearance settings and 2 tread set-ups in addition to a range of 10 possible gear ratios. It is not short on looks either, with brake disc-shaped wheel hubs and stylish front bumper supports. Mesh-type wheels are paired with racing slick tires.

• 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 467mm, width: 188mm, height: 131mm
• Wheelbase: 251mm (Short-size wheelbase spec).
• Lightweight, durable polycarbonate body with separate polycarbonate rear wing and light cases.
• Separate plastic parts molded in black realistically depict side mirrors and wing stays.
• The model uses the shaft-driven 4WD TT-02 chassis which features superior adaptability and stability.
• Dark gun metal color spoke wheels are paired with racing radial tires.
• Includes ESC and motor.
• Comes with trim detail stickers and window masking tape for use in the paint process.
• Requires 2-channel radio, steering servo, 7.2-7.4volt battery with compatible charger and Tamiya PS paint to complete.

Tamiya 58721 1/10 Fiat Abarth 1000 TCR Berlina Corse (MB-01 Chassis) at Nuremberg Toy Fair 2023

Not there on the first day of the fair, just below photos.

Other new Tamiya RC releases shown at the Nuremberg Toy Fair 2023

Radio Control Kits
47326 1/10 R/C TT-02R Chassis Kit
47348 1/10 R/C The Grasshopper Candy Green Edition
47390 1/10 R/C Avante (2011) Black Special
47484 1/10 R/C 1990 Mercedes-Benz C 11
58418 1/10 R/C The Boomerang (2008)
58577 1/10 R/C Novafox
58606 1/10 R/C Alfa Romeo 155 V6 TI Martini (TT-02)
56371 1/14 R/C Scania 770 S 8×4/4
58712 1/10 R/C Porsche 911 GT3 (992) (TT-02)
58714 1/10 R/C Volkswagen Golf MK2 GTI 16V Rally (MF-01X)
58715 1/10 R/C Toyota Land Cruiser 40 (CC-02)
58716 1/10 R/C Toyota GAZOO Racing WRT/GR Yaris Rally1 Hybrid (TT-02)
58718 1/10 R/C Toyota Celica GT-Four (ST165) (TT-02)
58719 1/10 R/C BBX (BB-01)
58721 1/10 R/C Fiat Abarth 1000 TCR Berlina Corse (MB-01)
58722 1/10 R/C 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK AMG Racing Version (TT-02)

R/C Hop-Up Options
22026 MB-01 Full Ball Bearing Set
22068 BB-01 Dog bone Shafts (2pcs.)
22069 BB-01 Aluminum Front Uprights
22070 BB-01 Aluminum Servo Stays
22071 BB-01 Slipper Clutch Set
51708 1/10 Scale R/C Toyota Celica GT-Four (ST165) Body Parts Set