Introduction of Tamiya RC Car Grand Prix Aichi, Tamiya RC History and additional new products for the All Japan Model Hobby Show!
The Tamiya RC Car Grand Prix Aichi held on Sunday 17 September at the Port of Nagoya Garden Pier Rinko Midori-en will be introduced. Please pay attention to the “Wheelie Grand Prix” class, which is also fun to watch!
Tamiya RC History introduces the RC cars released in 2004. The “Subaru Impreza WRC 2004 Rally Japan” driven by Petter Solberg, the “Raybrick NSX 2004” and the “Mercedes-Benz C-Class DTM2004 Complete Body Specification” equipped with a large displacement engine will appear.
The new Tamiya RC product ‘TA08R’, which will finally be additionally announced at the ’61st All Japan Model Hobby Show 2023′ scheduled to be held at the end of September, is unveiled for the first time. Tamiya Maezumi explains the NEW points in an easy-to-understand manner!
Category Archives: Future Releases
Couple of future Tamiya RC releases
Tamiya official international release list October 2023
Tamiya x S-PULSE Mini 4WD S-PULSE special edition new releases
S-Pulse is collaborating with Tamiya, one of the world’s leading model manufacturers based in the hobby town of Shizuoka, and the S-PULSE special edition of Tamiya’s popular mini 4WD will be released on Saturday, September 23, 2023. Since it will be a new release, we will inform you about the design and sales details as follows.
About collaboration
Tamiya, one of the world’s leading model manufacturers based in the hobby town of Shizuoka, and Shimizu S-Pulse have collaborated to release the S-PULSE special edition of Tamiya’s popular mini 4WD on Saturday, September 23, 2023. It will be released. It will also be released at the same time at Kojima Co., Ltd., a club partner of Shimizu S-Pulse that handles a wide range of Mini 4WDs (Kojima x Bic Camera Shizuoka store, Numazu store, and Fuji store). For this collaboration, two popular models were selected under the supervision of “Kojima Mini 4WD Official MC Kojimaru”. Samples will be on display at the stadium store for the home game against Yamagata on Saturday, September 9th.
Product line-up
Mini 4WD PRO Series DCR-02 (Decross-02) S-PULSE Special Edition
This is a four-wheel drive plastic model assembly kit with high performance and fun racing. DCR-02 (Decross-02) is one of the Mini 4WD PRO series that uses the “Cross System”. The chassis (vehicle body) uses a high-performance MA chassis. “MA” is an abbreviation for MidshipAERO. The double-shaft motor is mounted in the center of the vehicle, resulting in excellent drive efficiency and weight balance, and the underside of the vehicle has been designed with consideration to airflow (aero) while driving, resulting in excellent aerodynamic effects. The S-PULSE Special Edition is now available, allowing you to customize the DCR-02 to S-Pulse specifications. The exterior is also an S-Pulse original sleeve.
[Basic specifications]
Total length when completed: 156mm, total width: 97mm, total height: 42mm
with double shaft motor
*Assembling is a snap-in type that does not require adhesive.
* Batteries sold separately (2 AA batteries)
[Price/Quantity]
2,900 yen (tax included) / 1,380 units in total
*S-PULSE STORE Shimizu store, Stadium store, S-PULSE official online store 380 units in total
3 Kojima stores total 1,000
*September 23rd (Saturday) Kojima 3 stores total 700 units, October 7th (Saturday) IAI Stadium Kojima booth 300 units
Mini 4WD REV Series K4 Gambo S-PULSE Special Edition
This is a plastic model assembly kit of a high-performance racer that uses shaft drive four-wheel drive. The K4 Gambo is a machine modeled after the custom light trucks that have become popular overseas in recent years. As the name “Ganbo” means “having a lot of fun”, the metallic orange ABS resin body is full of playfulness. The chassis adopts FM-A with a front motor layout that incorporates aero design. Since the center of gravity is closer to the front of the vehicle body, the height of the jump is suppressed and it leads to a sense of stability. The S-PULSE special edition, which allows you to further customize the metallic orange body K4 Gambo to S-Pulse specifications, is now available.
[Basic specifications]
Total length when completed: 144mm, width 97mm, height 61mm
with motor
*Installed assembly requires no adhesive
*Batteries sold separately (2 AA batteries)
[Price/Quantity]
3,200 yen (tax included) / 600 units in total
*S-PULSE STORE Shimizu store, Stadium store, S-PULSE official online store 300 units in total
Each Kojima store total 300 units
Release date
September 23, 2023 (Sat) 10:00-
*The Kojima booth at IAI Stadium will be open from 10:30 on Saturday, October 7, 2023.
Sales location
S-Pulse Official Online Store
S-PULSE STORE Shimizu store
S-PULSE STORE Stadium store (during the home game on Sunday, September 24th)
Kojima x Bic Camera Shizuoka store, Numazu store, Fuji store
*Release times at each Kojima x Bic Camera store depend on the business hours of each store.
IAI Stadium Kojima Booth (during the home game on Saturday, October 7th)
Source in Japanese language: S-PULSE
Tamiya Mini 4WD additional production notice
Thank you for your continued patronage of Tamiya products.
The following Mini 4WD kits and parts released in 2023 have been very well received, and we
apologize for the inconvenience caused by running out of stock at an early stage.
Therefore, we have decided to start additional production.
Regarding the shipping time, we will inform you again as soon as it is decided.
(Released in May 2023)
95296 1/32 Dash No. 1 Emperor (MS Chassis) Black Special
95383 Mini 4WD Catcher (Mini 4WD Station/Black)
95434 Stainless Screw Set (15, 20, 25, 30mm) ) (black)
(Released in June 2023)
95387 HG ball link mass damper (square/carbon plate)
95415 Stainless flat screw set Black (10/12/20/25/30mm)
95481 Aluminum spacer set (12/6.7/6 95424 2mm aluminum lock nut (5 green)
95497 HG 13mm all aluminum bearing roller (taper type) 95556 2mm aluminum lock nut (5 orange)
95466 Manta Ray Mk.II Black Special
95508 Neotridagger ZMC Carbon Special (Super II Chassis)
95598 Neo VQS Advanced Pack (VZ Chassis) (Released in August 2023)
New Tamiya announcement list to be displayed at the 61st All Japan Model & Hobby Show
Below is a list of new announcements planned for exhibition by Tamiya at the 61st All Japan Model & Hobby Show.
Static Model Products
◇ 1/700 JMSDF Defense Ship FFM-1 Mogami
◇ 1/48 Lockheed Martin® F-35®B Lightning Ⅱ®
◇ 1/48 Grumman FM-1 Wildcat/Martlet Mk.V™
◇ 1/48 British 2-Ton 4×2 Ambulance
◇ 1/35 German Tank Panzerkampfwagen IV Ausf.F & Motorcycle Set “North Africa”
◇ 1/24 Toyota Celsior (UCF11) – re-issued product
◇ 1/12 Honda CX500 Turbo – re-issued product
◇ 1/12 Ducati Superleggera V4 (Finished Model)
Mini 4WD & For Kids
◇ Mini 4WD New Year’s Edition “Year of the Dragon 2024”
◇ Mini 4WD Lupine Racer 2 (AR)
◇ Avante Mk.III Azure Clear Special (Polycarbonate Body) – re-issued product
◇ Exflowly Polycarbonate Body Special (Purple) (MS) – re-issued product
◇ HG Aluminum Wheels for Low Profile Tires II (Reversible, 2pcs.) – re-issued product
R/C Products
◇ 1/10 R/C Squash Van (GF-02)
◇ 1/10 R/C Super Sabre (2023)
◇ 1/10 R/C Fiat 131 Abarth Rally Olio Fiat (MF-01X)
◇ 1/14 Scania 770 S 6×4 (Silver Edition)
◇ 1/10 R/C Toyota Land Cruiser 40 (Yellow Painted Body) (CC-02)
◇ XV-02 Carbon Reinforced Lower Deck
◇ XV-02 Short Carbon Damper Stay Set
◇ The Hornet 1-Piece Large Diameter Wheels (Front & Rear)
Tools & Paints
◇ Chipping Liquid
◇ Bipedal Walking Robot
◇ PS Dark Blue
Please note that this is a tentative list, and the actual items on display – as well as their official names – may change without notice.
First photos of some upcoming Tamiya static releases
More photos and details of the Tamiya 58723 Fiat 131 Abarth Rally Olio Fiat (MF-01X)
Tamiya welcomes the Fiat 131 Abarth Rally Olio Fiat as another 1/10 R/C rally car based on the MF-01X chassis. The Fiat 131 Abarth Rally developed from the Fiat 131 Mirafiori made its debut in 1976, and became champion in global rally races in 1977 and 1978. The kit depicts the Olio Fiat’s livery.
About the Model
This is a 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 400mm, width: 180mm, height: 132mm. Wheelbase: 239mm (L-size wheelbase).
The form of the Fiat 131 Abarth Rally Olio Fiat is breathtakingly recreated in durable, lightweight polycarbonate.
Separately moulded plastic components capture side mirrors and rear wing.
The MF-01X chassis is at home on-road or on flat dirt, thanks to 4-wheel double wishbone suspension.
Polycarbonate light cases are compatible with separately sold 5mm LEDs.
Stickers are included to recreate body details and logos.
A host of Hop-Up Option parts are available to tune the MF-01X chassis.
ESC & Torque Tuned Motor included
More details and photos of Tamiya 58725 Squash Van (GF-02) and 58728 Super Sabre (2023)
Tamiya 58725 1/10 R/C Squash Van (GF-02)
Tamiya is delighted to announce a new off-road car featuring big tires; the name is the Squash Van, and it is paired with a new gear-driven 4WD GF-02 chassis.
While the GF-01 chassis features a comical design, the GF[1]02 chassis employs a more realistic wheelbase and a frame with ladder / pipe motifs. This R/C assembly kit is inspired by 1950s American panel vans, and offers an excellent drive even on grass or uneven surfaces.
About the Model
This is a 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 454mm, width: 280mm, height: 238mm. Wheelbase: 267mm.
123mm large-diameter lug pattern tires allow powerful performance and superior handling feel.
Stickers feature designs such as squash illustrations, product logo, and triple pin stripes in gold, black and blue.
ESC & Type 540 Motor Included
About the GF-02 chassis
The gear-driven 4WD GF-02 chassis features its motor in a low, central position in the lightweight, durable monocoque frame, and transmits power to front and rear via gears. The long wheelbase and wide tread setup ensures stable off-road performance. The slim frame features ladder/pipe motifs and features integrated sealed gearboxes which help keep stones out.
Front and rear gear differentials allow smooth cornering, while separately sold pinion gears offer a choice from three types of gear ratios, and a motor guard enhances reliability off-road. The 4-wheel double wishbone suspension employs four friction dampers, and the steering servo is positioned on the left with identical-length tie-rods
Wheelbase
same length as the long CC-02 wheelbase chassis same body mount positions as the long CC-02 wheelbase chassis
Tread
F : 223mm / R: 221mm
Tyres
As Blackfoot [58633] 122.8mm diameter
Gear ratio
18T (18.03:1), 20T (16.23:1), 17T (19.09:1)
20T and 17T pinion gears are sold separately
Motor Guard included
Lower servo mount to enhance attachment durability and lower more central motor position for improved balance and weight distribution.
Tamiya 58728 1/10 R/C Super Sabre (2023)
Tamiya welcomes the re-released and updated version (this time, the body is pre-cut and pre-painted in sliver) of the Super Sabre, the original of which was released as Item 58066 in 1987. The Boomerang is a brother model with the Super Sabre, and they are different in body and damper stay shapes.
This R/C model assembly kit is a re-released and updated version of the Super Sabre, a beginner-friendly
buggy released in 1987. Length: 390mm, width: 234mm, height: 135mm.
The 0.7mm thick polycarbonate body from Item 58066 is fitted with the separate wing part, and is pre[1]cut and pre-painted in silver.
Shaft-driven 4WD gives speed and stability off road, and through corners.
Damper stay components are original of this product.
4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension employs CVA short dampers II with a front stabilizer to help get the most out of the 4-wheel drive.
ABS bathtub frame and other reinforced parts give superb durability and simplified maintenance.
Gearboxes are sealed to keep out dirt, and contain differentials for smooth cornering.
Please note that body requires application of stickers, cutting and painting of figure, and other work.
ESC & Type 540 motor included