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New Tamiya Holiday Buggy Photo & Product Videos (Updated 21.07.2010)

Tamiya 58470 1/10 R/C Holiday Buggy DT-02

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【 Relive The Fun! 】 The 2WD R/C off-road car Holiday Buggy made its debut in 1980 and attracted many R/C fans due to its sprightly handling characteristics. Now, Tamiya is proud to release the updated Holiday Buggy (2010), which comes mounted on the proven DT-02 chassis. It features a 4-wheel double wishbone suspension and a sealed gearbox equipped with differential gears, and its simple, durable construction makes for easy assembly. Type 380 motor included.

※More information will follow soon, so keep watching this site for the latest updates regarding this product!

【 Holiday Buggy Fan Meeting! 】 On September 12th (Sun), the Holiday Buggy Fan Meeting will be taking place at the Modelers Square on the 2nd floor of the Tamiya Plamodel Factory in Shimbashi. The event includes a family race and is ideal for R/C beginners to attend.

Release Date: August 28

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Tamiya T-34-85 1/35 RC Tank (Prototype)

Tamiya Mechanical Swimmer

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Tamiya 58470 1/10 R/C assembly kit of the special edition Holiday Buggy DT-02

Images show prototype mounted on DT-02 chassis.

Following the success of the “Buggy Champ,” 1980 saw Tamiya release another prominent
figure of the R/C boom, the Holiday Buggy. It featured a simple bathtub design and was
equipped with a low gear ratio and a compact motor making it perfect for those new to
R/C. Also, when compared to the Buggy Champ, it featured a simplier construction which
reduced costs to make it more accessible to the public. This was another famous machine
that attracted many to the exciting world of R/C.
Now, Tamiya is proud to re-release the Holiday Buggy to celebrate its 30th year anniversary.
The Holiday Buggy now comes mounted on the DT-02 chassis which has its battery pack
loaded in the center of the bathtub frame and displays excellent handling performance
even on rough surfaces. R/C fans will definitely rejoice when they see its nostalgic form
and relive the fun and easy-going driving performance of this machine.
About the Item
-This is a 1/10 R/C assembly kit of the special edition Holiday Buggy.
-This item meets ROHS regulations.
-Features the same ribbed front and spike rear tires as the original.
-Newly designed full-body sticker sheet included.
-Blue colored durable polyethylene (PE) body included.
-Comes mounted on the excellent handling 2WD DT-02 chassis.
-Driver figure included.

Future Tamiya Releases to be presented at 49th Shizuoka Hobby Show 2010 13-16 May

Update 28.04.2010:  Added photos

Update 22.04.2010:  Added new drawings and more details

Update 09.04.2010: Added few items and part numbers

Update 08.04.2010: Added some (unconfirmed) part numbers

R/C Models

  • 42167 1/10 R/C 2WD Off-Road Buggy TRF201

Mon tentative price will usually 6 ¥ 34,800
Recently we reported the first report, “2WD Purototaipubagi” commercial decision is finally out!

While placing the motor shape Riyaendo conservative, and a transmission case and Shashidezain, TRF has been cultivated so far, bringing together expertise Haiendoreshingu various 2WD is buggy.

2WD transmission case needed to be buggy (gearbox), the ball differential 3 / 32 × 12,2.6 Defusukuryu inch ball Ф, adopting a new design thrust. Gear teeth and ball shape is also attention Defukyaria Hall, delivers the best performance from a long shakedown.

The Main Chassis batteries upright, has reduced weight and high strength glass filled nylon. Riyakushon combine with split lines, such as optimizing Shashirorubaransu material. The off-road skid side of the key gaps, we seek the best shape while reducing center of gravity.

As other equipment, the HL Eareshondanpa Court cylinder, Chitankotopisutonroddo, Teflon guide, Tefuronshiruborubearingu (1510,1050,850,840), blue titanium turnbuckles specifications, kit contents and full universal type WO It is.

January 2010, Japan held Tamiya Off-Road championship!
2WD buggy according to the new release, Tamiya Grand Prix class for the 2010 summer national championships (2WD, 4WD will) set.
Gathered together representatives of the top players and tournament results, January 2010 championship will be held at 29 and 30 days Sakittoofurodokosu Tamiya Kakegawa!

  • 58463 1/10 R/C FF-03 PRO Chassis Kit (Tentative)

Tamiya is proud to announce the release of the FF-03 PRO, the newest touring car chassis kit in our line-up. The FF-03 chassis features a horizontally-placed front-motor, frontwheel drive and comes enhanced with a range of high performance parts to offer you a new driving experience. Due to its unique chassis layout and FWD setup, you can enjoy a style of driving different from 4WD chassis machines. The chassis features a newly designed lower deck and comes with a compact front gearbox. Suspension is equipped with short reversible suspension arms and TRF416 uprights on the Inboard Front Suspension (IFS) setup. True to its name “PRO”, high-spec parts such as TRF dampers, aluminum turnbuckle shafts, and aluminum ball connectors are also included in the kit. For more information on included Option Parts, refer to the next page.
Chassis length: 384mm, Overall width: 185mm, Tread: 157mm, Wheelbase: 257, 245, 233mm.
FWD chassis features front-mounted motor and is designed for optimum weight distribution and a low center of gravity.
FF-03 PRO Chassis Kit includes the following Option Parts:
Item 42102 TRF Special Damper (Hard Black Coating) plus Titanium Coated Piston Rods and White Coil Springs (Medium x2, Hard x2)
Item 51000 Hi-Torque Servo Saver (Black)
Item 53159 4mm Anodized Aluminum Flange Lock Nuts (Blue)
Item 53642 5mm Aluminum Ball Connector (Blue)
Item 54121 Aluminum Horn For Hi-Torque Servo Saver
Item 54223 FF-03 Aluminum Motor Plate (Blue)
Aluminum Turnbuckle Shafts (Blue)
5mm Adjuster (Gray)

  • 84132 1/10 R/C High-End Drift Chassis Kit (Limited Edition) (Tentative)

Tamiya is proud to announce the release this High-End Drift Machine. This machine adopts a front midship motor layout (motor within wheelbase) for optimum balance which is essential to drift driving. The upper frame features vertically mounted carbon plates which improve chassis rigidity while also providing enough flexibility during drifting. The parallel geometry steering system provides this machine with excellent control of counter steering. The especially designed battery holder is adjustable and is compatible with Ni-Cd, Ni-MH, LF batteries. Glass tape can also be used to secure the battery.
Front: Ball Diff., Rear: Spool Diff.
Carbon chassis 2mm thick.
Front and rear universal shafts.
Aluminum hex hubs.
TRF Dampers (Case: Fluorine Coated, Shaft coating: Normal)
Short reversible suspension arms.
Uprights feature 1050 ball bearing specifications.
TA05 Front and rear bulkheads (Resin).

  • 84124 1/10 R/C Wolf WR1 (Limited Edition) (Tentative)

Among F1 fans, one legendary machine that stands out with its vivid gold lines is the Wolf WR1 which now comes realized as a 1/10 R/C machine loaded on the F104 chassis. Led by wealthy Canadian businessman owner Walter Wolf, the WR1 made its debut at the 1977 Argentine GP and started the race in 11th position. Driven by team driver Jody Scheckter, the WR1 went on to win the race and record the first ever win for the team. The 1977 season saw Jody Scheckter win three championship races and finish overall 2nd in the drivers championship.
This is a limited edition 1/10 R/C assembly kit model of the Wolf WR1.
Length: 460mm, Width: 206mm, Height: 105mm.
The F104 chassis has specially designed features such as F103 front arms to allow you to mimic the dimensions of F1 machines of the 1970’s.
Keeping true to the 1970’s style, the WR1 comes with large sized rubber rear tires like the Tyrrell P34 Six Wheeler 1976 Japan GP (Item 84111) and small front wheels which provide the machine with a realistic scale presence.
The body is accurately reproduced with durable polycarbonate.
Sticker sheet depicting the WR1’s famous livery included.
A resin bumper is equipped under the front wing to protect against shocks and crashes.

  • 58466 1/10 R/C MOTUL NISMO GT-R Tokachi 24hours Race (TA05 ver.II) (Tentative)
  • 58462 1/10 R/C Datsun 240Z Rally (TT-01E)
  • 58465 1/10 R/C Fiat Abarth 1000 TCR Berlina Corse (M-05)
  • 58445 1/10 R/C Toyota Land Cruiser 40 (CC-01) (now also available in the Japanese market)
  • 58464 1/10 R/C Suzuki Swift Super 1600 (M-05Ra) (Tentative)

Tamiya is proud to introduce a new addition to the very popular M Chassis range, the M- 05Ra. Like the M-05, it shares the same chassis layout with the servo, receiver, and ESC positioned for improved weight distribution and a lower centre of gravity. Furthermore, this chassis features new front and side bumpers for extra protection as well as different attachment positions for dampers and upper arms for a wider range of suspension settings. Newly designed 60D rally block tires also feature their own unique tread pattern.
-Includes parts to allow you to make either a short, middle, or long wheelbase chassis car. (Wheelbases: 210mm, 225mm, & 239mm.)
The 2005 Junior World Rally Championship season was mainly a two-horse race between Suzuki and Citroen, and in the end the Suzuki Swift Super 1600, which was introduced at Round 5 Finland, just barely lost out on the title. Tamiya now brings you this superb machine as an assembly kit R/C model on the new M-05Ra chassis.
All the features of the compact rally car’s body has been accurately reproduced in durable polycarbonate, including separately-molded light cases.
Side mirrors and rear wing separately molded.
Included polycarbonate guards protect the motor and battery pack against dirt and debris.
Length: 347mm, Width: 168mm, Height: 138mm. Middle wheelbase: 225mm.
Newly designed 60D rally block tires included.
Install separately available Tamiya LED Light Unit (TLU-01, 53909) for exciting light action.

  • 58467 1/10 R/C Castrol Honda Civic Vti (FF-03) (Tentative)
  • 56324 1/14 R/C Tractor Truck MAN TGX 26.540 6X4 XLX Full Operation Kit
  • 57803 XB Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 Super Trofeo (TT-01E)
  • 57804 XB Datsun 240Z Rally (TT-01E)
  • OP 60D Reinforced Tires Type-B (Tentative)
  • OP M-05 Lightweight Aluminum Battery Holder
  • OP TA05 ver.II Carbon Reinforced Chassis (Tentative)
  • OP Tamiya LF1600-6.6V Racing Pack (Tentative)
  • OP 2WD Off-Road Buggy Body Parts Set (Tentative)
  • OP 2WD Off-Road Buggy Rear Wing Set (Tentative)
  • OP 2WD Off-Road Buggy Front Spring Set (Tentative)
  • OP 2WD Off-Road Buggy Titanium Screw Set (Limited Edition) (Tentative)
  • OP FF-03 Aluminum Motor Plate Set (Blue) (Tentative)
  • OP FF-03 Stabilizer Set (Front & Rear) (Tentative)
  • OP FF-03 Aluminum Diff Joint Set (Tentative)
  • OP FF-03 Titanium Screw Set (Limited Edition) (Tentative)
  • OP M3x0.5mm Thread Forming Tap
  • OP 3/32″ Tungsten Diff Ball (12pcs.) (Tentative)
  • OP Die-Cast Metal Tracks For 1/16 R/C Tiger I (Limited Edition)
  • OP Die-Cast Metal Tracks For 1/16 R/C King Tiger (Limited Edition)
  • OP Die-Cast Metal Tracks For 1/16 R/C Panther (Limited Edition)

Scale Models

  • 61108 1/48 Mitsubishi A6M3/3a Zero Fighter (ZEKE)
  • 60320 1/32 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.VIII
  • 20060 1/20 Lotus Type 79 1978
  • 12635 1/20 Lotus Type 79 1978 Photo-Etched Parts Set (Tentative)
  • 14117 1/12 Honda CX500 Turbo (Tentative)
  • 16035 1/6 Honda CX500 Turbo (Tentative)
  • 25110 1/35 Russian Tank Destroyer SU-85 w/Weathering Master Set & 7 Figures (Tentative)
  • 25111 1/35 Russian Tank Destroyer SU-122 w/Weathering Master Set & 7 Figures (Tentative)
  • 35309 1/35 Russian Tank BT-7 Model 1935 (Tentative)
  • 36314 1/16 WWII Russian Field Commander (Tentative)
  • 37006 1/48 Arado Ar196 (Tentative)
  • 21068 1/12 Suzuki RGB500 ’80 #10 (Finished Model)
  • 21069 1/12 Suzuki RGB500 1980 Team Gallina #21 (Finished Model)
  • 21070 1/12 Suzuki RGV-Gamma (XR89) ’99 #10 (Finished Model)
  • 21071 1/12 Suzuki RGV-Gamma (XR89) ’99 #9 (Finished Model)
  • 21079 1/20 Ferrari F60 #3 (Finished Model)
  • 21080 1/20 Ferrari F60 #4 (Finished Model)

For Kids

  • Mini 4WD VS Chassis Evo. I (Limited Edition)
  • GP Quick-Release Body Catch Set
  • GP 60mm Reinforced Shafts (Black, 4pcs.) (Tentative)
  • GP 72mm Reinforced Shafts (Black, 4pcs.) (Tentative)
  • GP Reinforced N-04/T-04 Units (Red)
  • GP Narrow Large Dia. Wheel & White Arched Tires (For Super X & XX Chassis)
  • GP Wheel w/Aluminum Disc Set (7-Spoke Markings)
  • GP Wheel w/Aluminum Disc Set (Stripe Markings)
  • GP Reinforced Rear Double Roller Stay (3 Attachment Points)
  • GP Rubber Brake Set
  • HG Aluminum Wheels For Low Profile Tires (Black, 4pcs.) (Limited Edition)
  • Shadow Breaker Z-3 Super XX Special (Limited Edition)
  • Front Under Guard (Red) (Limited Edition)
  • Black Plated Screw Set (Limited Edition) (Tentative)
  • HG Carbon Multi Roller Setting Stay (Limited Edition) (Tentative)
  • 19mm Aluminum Ball-Race Roller Set (Dish/Blue) (Limited Edition) (Tentative)
  • Thunder Shot Mk.II Clear Special (Polycarbonate Body) (Limited Edition) (Tentative)
  • Mechanical Swimmer (Free Style, Butterfly, Backstroke) (Tentative)

Tools & Paints

  • 73018 Display Case N (w/Base) (Inner 620×125×165mm)
  • Photo-Etched Craft Saw
  • 74539 Spray-Work Airbrush Stand II (Tentative)

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New Tamiya TRF 2WD Buggy Prototype

This exciting new prototype will be featured in the May issues of Japanese R/C enthusiast magazines RC Magazine and RC World (both on sale in early April). Although it is still undergoing development and the specifications have not been finalized, here is a brief glimpse of the machine.

Specifications:

Chassis with longitudinal battery layout.

Equipped with slipper clutch and ball differential.

Front and rear long-span suspension.

Front and rear aeration dampers.

Fitted with Wide Operation Angle (WO) universal shafts.

Specially-designed body and rear wing.

(Further details will be released at a later date.)

This machine was entered in the Yatabe International Offroad Grand Prix 2010 in Japan, and at the hands of TRF driver Satoshi Maezumi, achieved 1st place in one of the heats on its debut. It was also raced by new TRF driver Lee Martin (UK) at the recent Cactus Classic off-road race in the United States, where it placed a respectable 11th against the local favorites.

More details regarding this incredible new machine will be announced as we approach the Shizuoka Hobby Show!

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New Tamiya Releases at the 2010 Nuremberg Fair

05.02.2010 #2 Further new items added
05.02.2010 #1 Further new items added

04.02.2010 #2 Further new items added and temporary descriptions updated.
04.02.2010 #1 Further new items added.
03.02.2010 Further new items added.
01.02.2010 Some product photos and further new items added.

31.01.2010: 1 correction (sorry!) and some further new items added.


Please note: Some of the listed items are not displayed at the fair. Furthermore, some items displayed as “new” at the fair are not listed below as Tamiyablog has presented them in the past.

Finished models:
21068 1/12 Suzuki RGB500 1980 No.10 (Finished Model)

Static kits:
24316 1/24 Aston Martin DBS 2006
24317 1/24 Mercedes-Benz McLaren SLR 722 Edition (tentative)
24318 1/24 Porsche 935/78 Moby Dick (reissue of 24010 w/Cartograf decals)
243XX 1/24 Nissan Skyline GT-R (R32) Taisan
(tentative)
25104 1/25 Russian SU-100 Tank Destroyer
25105 1/35 M4A2(76) Sherman “Red Army” (w/6 Figures)
25106 1/35 WWII US Field Maintenance Yard (w/2 Figures)
25107 1/35 Japanese Army Type 3 Medium Tank Chi-Nu (w/4 Figures)
25108 1/35 Japanese Army Type 5 Medium Tank Chi-Ri (w/Metal Gun Barrel)
32568 1/48 German Tank Destroyer Marder III M (with 7.5cm Pak40)
35307 1/35 German Heavy Tank Destroyer Jagdtiger Mid-Production, Otto Carius
35308 1/35 British Small Army Car 10HP Tilly

36313 1/16 WWII German Field Commander
92215 1/48 North American P-51D Mustang 9th AF
92216 1/48 North American P-51B Mustang “Blue Nose”

RC:
40557 TamTech-Gear Brushless Motor
40561 TamTech-Gear High Grade Aluminum Motor Mount
45042 TamTech-Gear Brushless ESC
45043 TamTech-Gear Brushless Motor & Brushless ESC Set
42163 TRF511 Box Type Battery Holder
42164 TRF Sticker Set (Black, White)
42168 Touring Car Short Type Spring Set
46601 XB Sports Mazda RX-7 (TT01ES)
46602 XB Sports Nissan Skyline GT-R (R32) (TT01ES)
46603 XB Sports Volkswagen Golf GTI (Mk. VI) (TT01ES)
46604 XB Sports Mitsubishi Lancer Evo.X (TT01ES)
51402 Honda S800 Racing Body Parts Set
51403 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Super Trofeo Body Parts Set
51404 Alfa Romeo MiTo Body Parts Set
51405 Alfa Romeo MiTo Wheels
51406 Sand Scorcher Body Parts Set
54198 F104 Rubber Tire (Front, Hard)
54199 F104 Rubber Tire (Rear, Soft)
54212 M-Chassis 3x37mm Titanium Coated Suspension Shaft
54213 M-Chassis 3×48.5mm Titanium Coated Suspension Shaft
54214 M05 Titanium Hex Screws for Motor Mount (2 Pcs.)
54215 F104 Spur Gear Adapter
56325 MAN TGX 26.540 6X4 XLX (Tractor Truck)
57800 XB BMW M3 E30 Sport Evo Drift-Spec (TT-01D Type-E)
57801 XB Nissan GT-R (R35) Drift-Spec (TT-01D Type-E)
58453 Alfa Romeo MiTo (M05L)
58455 Nissan GT-R R35 Drift-Spec (TT-01D Type-E)
58456 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Super Trofeo (TA05 Ver.2)
58457 Mercedes-Benz Unimog U406 (CC-01)
58461 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo V WRC (DF-03Ra)
84109 TB-03R Chassis Kit
84113 Buggy Champ Ball Differential (part known for a while, but item number now confirmed)

Mini 4WD:
92218 Mini 4WD Pro Avante Evangelion “Awake” Version
92219 Mini 4WD Pro Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles Home Color Edition
92221 Mini 4WD Pro Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles Mr. Carrasco Edition
94717 Dyna-Hawk GX Super XX Special (Super XX Chassis)

94719 Laser-Gill Super XX Special (Super XX Chassis)
94722 High Grade Carbon Reinforced N-04/T-04 Units


Finishing Materials:
87118 Tamiya Polycarbonate Body Cleaner

Tamiya Fair 2009 Pictures: Sand Scorcher 2010 & new release surprises

58459 Datsun 240Z East African Safari Rally (DF-03Ra Chassis)
84111 Tyrrell P34 Six-Wheeler ’76 (w/lexan body, F103-based like 49154))
58452 Sand Scorcher (2010)
58452 Sand Scorcher (2010)

Due to requests received, we can confirm a few details not clearly visible in the pictures:
Taillights: Opaque like on the Monster Beetle/Blitzer Beetle
License plates: Stickers (not 3D like the original)
Mirrors: New design (weirdly enough less authentical!)
Door handles: integrated with the body like on the Monster Beetle/Blitzer Beetle


Tamiya 58452 Sand Scorcher 2010 Boxart

As Tamiyablog is meanwhile known for being early with information and pictures of new items, you may have wondered why we haven’t yet posted any of the available pictures. Well, as much as we would have liked to post pictures, we will follow our golden rule of not posting any information that hasn’t yet been verified. As such, none of the pictures available at the time of writing this would qualify, as they are showing disturbing discrepancies from what we expect the actual Sand Scorcher 2010 to look like. We will post pictures as soon as verified and credible pictures get available.

EDIT: Please see “comments” for further details behind our restrictive use of available pictures (written before the first pictures of the actual Sand Scorcher 2010 were available).

Boxart source: Tamiya Inc.

Future release list for Tamiya Fair 2009 – Tamiya Sand Scorcher re-release !!!

RC Items
49338 1/10 Alpine A110 Body Parts Set
57799 1/10 XB BMW M3 GT2 2009 (TT-01 Type-E Chassis)
58451 1/10 BMW M3 E30 Sport Evo Drift Spec (TT-01D Type-E Chassis)
58452 1/10 Off-Road Racer Sand Scorcher (2010)
58454 1/10 Honda S800 Racing (M05S Chassis)
42165 TRF Damper Pistons (Blank / 4 Pcs.)
42166 Aeration Damper Pistons (Blank / 4 Pcs.)
51395 1/10 Corolla Axio apr GT Body Parts Set
51396 1/10 BMW M3 GT2 2009 Body Parts Set
54202 F104 Aluminum Upper Suspension Mount
54203 F104 Aluminum Servo Mount (L/R)
55108 Tamiya 7.2V Ni-MH/Ni-Cd Battery AC Charger NIC-01

Scale Models
14116 1/12 Yamaha YZR-M1 ’05 No.46/No.5
21220 1/100 Space Shuttle Orbiter Discovery Parts Panel
21221 1/100 Space Shuttle Orbiter Atlantis Parts Panel
21222 1/100 Space Shuttle Orbiter Endeavour Parts Panel
21084 1/12 Kawasaki ZX-14 Pearl Crystal White (Finished Model)
21085 1/12 Kawasaki ZX-14 Metallic Flat Spark Black (Finished Model)
21223 1/12 Yamaha YZR-M1 ’05 U.S. Inter-coloring edition No.46 Parts Panel
21224 1/12 Yamaha YZR-M1 ’05 Valencia Edition No.46 Parts Panel
26545 1/48 British Light Utility Car 10HP “Camouflage” (Finished Model)
32566 1/48 Mtl. SPW. Sd.Kfz. 251/1 Ausf.D “Stuka Zu Fuss”
32567 1/48 U.S. Modern 4×4 Utility Vehicle w/Grenade Launcher
89791 1/35 Russian Tank Destroyer SU-100 w/Weathering Master Set
89792 1/35 Italian Heavy Tank P40
89796 1/35 Metal Gun Barrel for Italian Heavy Tank P40
89797 1/35 SU-85 Russian Tank Destroyer w/Weathering Master Set (Export Only)
89798 1/35 Russian Tank Destroyer SU-122 w/Weathering Master Set (Export Only)
89799 1/48 F-16C Block 32/52 Thunderbirds 2009 Japan


Mini 4WD
15407 Stainless Steel Screw Set D (40mm)
15408 Long Low Friction Plastic Roller Set (13mm)
94715 Avante Mk.III White Special
94720 Spin-Viper Pearl Blue Special (VS Chassis)
94718 Colored Bearing Roller Bushing Set (8 Pcs.)
94721 Double Aluminum Rollers (9-8mm, Blue)
94726 HG Carbon Side Extension Roller Mount (Front)
94727 HG Carbon Side Extension Roller Mount (Rear)
94728 Savanna Leo Black Special Ver.II

Tools & Paints / Educational
70191 Clear Pla-Plate 0.3mm B4 Size (4pcs.)
72007 4-Speed High Power Gearbox H.E.
72008 4-Speed Worm Gearbox H.E.
74538 Spray-Work Painting Booth II (Single Fan)
87115 Diorama Texture Paint (Pavement Effect, Gray)
87116 Diorama Texture Paint (Pavement Effect, Light gray)
87117 Diorama Texture Paint (Grass Effect, Khaki)

Source: Tamiya, INC.