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Tamiya 58507 1/10 RC DB02 Leonis, 58512 1/12 RC Volkswagen Type 2 Wheelie & 58517 1/10 RC Super Hotshot Details

Tamiya 58507 1/10 R/C DB02 Leonis

Tamiya is proud to release the 1/10 R/C off-road buggy Leonis on the newly-designed DB02 chassis.

The wellbalanced machine was developed based on input from the TRF team and has an orthodox layout featuring a durable wide bathtub chassis, shaft-driven 4WD setup, and 4-wheel double wishbone suspension. The Leonis features a distinctive body shell which was designed by famous Toyota racing team and tuner, TOM’S.

About the Model

– This is a 1/10 scale R/C assembly kit.

– Polycarbonate body is designed by TOM’S designers.

– Polycarbonate rear wing is also included.

– Shaft-driven 4WD setup with the motor positioned horizontally at the center of the chassis to provide optimum power transmission as well as stability and balance.

– Durable batutub chassis is combined with front & rear upper braces to provide superb chassis rigidity.

– Front & rear compact gearboxes are equipped with ball differentials.

– Proven 4-wheel double wishbone suspension from the DB01 is equipped with CVA shock units.

– Front & rear Dual Block Tires and dish wheels included.

– Compatible with straight-type battery packs such as Item 55111 Tamiya LF3700-6.6V Racing Pack.

– Motor is positioned horizontally at the center of the chassis. Center spur gear is connected with propeller shafts to enable optimized power transmission.

– Polycarbonate body is designed by TOM’S designers.

– 3-piece steering linkage provides precise, sharp steering response. Upper brace provides stiffening against chassis pitch.

– The suspension arms and axles are the same as those used on the DB01. Front and rear gearboxes are equipped with ball differentials.

– Battery pack is positioned at the rear. Combined with center motor position, this layout offers excellent stability during jumps.

58512 1/12 R/C Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) Wheelie

This R/C assembly kit depicts a 1st-generation (T1) variant of the Volkswagen Type 2 van, which was also known as the Volkswagen Bus to many of its legions of fans. Tamiya has reproduced this machine with a comical appearance to result in this fun-filled model. The new WR-02 chassis is equipped with a wheelie bar to enable exciting, wheels in the air driving action.

About the Model

– This is a 1/12 scale R/C assembly kit.

– The distinctive body is reproduced with durable polycarbonate. Injection-molded driver figure is also included.

– WR-02 chassis features heavy-duty monocoque chassis frame equipped with 4-wheel double wishbone suspension, a fully-enclosed gearbox with differential, and a rear-wheel drive.

– Tires/wheels and the gearbox/motor come pre-assembled to enable ease of assembly.

– First batch includes free bonus parts (1150 Ball Bearing x 8pcs.)

58517 1/10 R/C Super Hotshot (2012) (Tentative)

After the re-release of the Hotshot (2007), we have received huge demand for re-release of the Super Shot, which was originally released in 1986. Tamiya has answered these calls and is announcing the comeback of this famous machine, which has been renamed as the Super Hotshot.

About the Model

– This is a 1/10 scale R/C assembly kit.

– The chassis features the same basic layout as the original including the shaft-driven 4WD setup.

– 4-wheel double wishbone suspension is equipped with 4 oil dampers.

– Chassis underguard offers superb chassis protection.

– Spiked tires are mounted on gold-plated wheels.

– Polycarbonate body and rear wing.

– Full ball bearing specification.

– Comes with GT-Tuned Motor (25T).

– Kit will feature newly designed packaging.

– First batch includes free bonus parts (Lightweight White Wheels: Front & Rear x 2pcs. each)! ★Hex wheels hubs such as Item 53569 Clamp Type Aluminum Wheel Hub (6mm Thick) are required to attach these wheels (standard resin hubs can also be used).

Future (late 2011/early 2012) Tamiya releases

★★★ updated 12.11.2011 ★★★

Will be continuously updated 

RC-Kits:

56033 German Tiger I Heavy Tank Full Operation Set (w/4ch Radio)

58004 FMC XR311 Combat Support Vehicle (re-release)

58507 Middle Class Shaft-Drive Buggy (TOM’S)
58510 Ferrari 599XX (TT-01E)
58512 1/12 Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) Wheelie
58513 Toyota Celica LB Turbo Gr.5 (TT-01E)
58516 BMW 318i STW (TT-01E)
58517 Super Shot
58522 Sand Rover Street  (DT02/380)
84262 F104WGP (w/Body)
84263 Tyrrell P34 1977 Monaco Grand Prix
84264 Nissan R91CP (1992 Daytona Winner)

84265 Hotshot (2007) Metallic Special

84266 Toyota GT-One TS020 (F103RS w/Sponge Tyres)

84270 Avante (2011) Black Special

Expert Built RC:

57822 XB Volkswagen Scirocco GT24-CNG (TT-01E)
57823 XB Ferrari 599XX (TT-01E)
57826 XB 1/12 Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) Wheelie
57828 XB Fast Attack Vehicle

RC Parts /Hop-ups:

42214 TRF High Seal X-Ring For Damper (Hardness 50/8 Pcs.)

42215 TRF High Seal X-Ring For Damper (Hardness 70/8 Pcs.)

51479 RM-01 Chassis C-Parts (Gear Case)

51480 RM-01 Chassis L-Parts (link)

51481 RM-01 Chassis N-Parts (Front Suspension)

51482 RM-01 Wheel Set

51483 RM-01 Sponge Tyre (Front)

51484 RM-01 Sponge Tyre (Rear)

51485 RM-01 Fluorine-coated Pivot Ball (5 Pcs.)

51487 380S Motor

51488 TA05 M-Four Chassis B-Parts (Bumper)

54334 RM-01 Butyl Sponge Tyre (Front)

54335 RM-01 Butyl Sponge Tyre (Rear)

54336 DB02 Slipper Clutch set
54337 RM-01Damper V-Parts
54338 2WD Off-Road Front Dish Wheel (Black, 60/19)
54339 2WD Off-Road Rear Dish Wheel (Black, 60/29)
54340 18-Spoke Wheel (Black, 26mm Offset +2)
54341 RM-01 Aluminum Pitch Damper Set

54342 RM-01 Aluminum Roll Damper Set

84259 DB02 Titanium Screw Set

84271 5-Spoke Wheel (Black, 26mm 0 Offset, 2 Pcs.)
84272 Rally Dish Wheel (Black, 26mm/+2 Offset, 4 Pcs.)

84274 TA05 M-Four Titanium Screw Set

Static Kits and Finished Models:

21113 1/20 Ferrari F-1 2000 French Grand Prix No. 4 (Barichello) (Finished Model)

25145 1/35 Soviet T-55A (w/Photo-Etched Parts and Metal Gun Barrel)

25146 1/35 Soviet JS-2 1944 ChKZ (w/Photo-Etched Parts and Metal Gun Barrel)

25147 1/48 North American P-51D Mustang “Tuskegee Airmen”

25148 1/72 North American P-51D Mustang “Tuskegee Airmen”

30101 1/48 U.S. M60 Super Patton Tank (Motorized)

30102 1/48 U.S. M60A1E1 Tank (Motorized)

30103 1/48 Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces Type 74 Tank (Motorized)

30104 1/48 Kanone German Jagdpanzer (Motorized)

37011 1/48 Hawker Hurricane Mk.I (w/ 3 Figures)

61110 1/48 Mitsubishi G4M1 Type1 Attacker (Betty) Isoroku Yamamoto

Embarkation Machine (w/17 Pcs. Figures)

Mini 4WD:

15444 Super X-XX Large-Diameter Oneway Wheel (w/Offset Tread Tires)

18067 Super Dragon Premium (VS Chassis)

94855 MS Reinforced Chassis Set (White)

94856 2mm Aluminum Locknut (Red/5 Pcs.)

94857 2mm Aluminum Locknut (Purple/5 Pcs.)

94858 2mm Aluminum Locknut (Gold/5 Pcs.)

Tools, Merchandise & Supplies:

73019 1/350 Display Case (w/Base)

74541 Spray-Work Compressor Revo w/Double Action Airbrush

87135 Tamiya Mark Fit (Strong Type)

89957 A4-Sized Multipurpose Bag (W/3 Storage Boxes) (Pink)

89958 A4-Sized Multipurpose Bag (W/3 Storage Boxes) (Green)

89959 Weathering Master Set (for IJN Vessels)

Tamiya staff presenting future releases & 58514 Mud Blaster II details (updated 10.10.2011)

tamiyablog competition – win an RC Tamiya Sand Rover 2011

The popular Mud Blaster is making a return as Mud Blaster II. Its 2WD monster truck chassis offers exciting

off-road action to appeal to new and old fans alike.

About the Model

★ This is a 1/10 scale R/C assembly kit.

★ Kit includes FREE BONUS PARTS (1150 Ball Bearing x 8pcs.) which are for EXPORT ONLY and are

subject to the FIRST PRODUCTION.

★ The monocoque main frame is made from durable polycarbonate-reinforced material.

★ Pre-assembled gearbox can be detached for maintenance without disassembling the chassis.

★ The four-wheel double wishbone suspension is equipped with front & rear friction dampers.

★ Comes with 130mm diameter tires with lug-pattern tread to ensure superb off-road performance.

★ The dynamic form of the truck has been reproduced with a durable polycarbonate body.

★ Type 540 motor included.

★ Driver figure, front guard, and roll bar not included.

More Future Tamiya Releases Winter 2011/2012 – Updated 14.09.2011

tamiyablog competition – win an RC Tamiya Sand Rover 2011

14.09.2011 new photos

13.09.2011 many new items and photos


Mini 4WD:

15436 Large Diameter Stabilizer Head Set (17mm)

15437 13mm Aluminum Bearing Roller (Ringless)

15438 Reinforced Gear & One Lock Gear Cover (for Super II Chassis)

18064 Terra Scorcher RS (Super-II Chassis)

18065 Super Avante RS (Super-II Chassis)

18066 Slash Reaper (VS Chassis)

18633 Rising Edge (MS Chassis)

19436 Shining Scorpion Premium (Super-II Chassis)

94839 VS Fluorescent Color Chassis Set (Orange/Green)

94840 FM Reinforced Chassis (Red)

94846 Low Friction Plastic Roller Set (Blue & Light Green)

Finished Models:

21096 1/20 Tyrrell P34 1976 Japanese Grand Prix No.4 (Finished Model)

21111 1/20 Team Lotus 99T Honda 1987 No. 11 (Finished Model)

21112 1/20 Team Lotus 99T Honda 1987 No. 12 (Finished Model)

Static Models:

20066 1/20 Porsche 928S (re-release, but unlike original release, now without motor)

35316 1/35 British Military Motorcycle BSA M20 w/Military Police Set

35323 1/35 Israeli M51 Super Sherman

61109 1/48 Dewoitine D.520 Fighter Ace & Citroen Traction 11C  Staff Car

RC:

42205 1/10 TRF417-2012 Version

51470 Gear Diff Unit Maintenance Parts Set

51472 DB01 Gear Diff Unit Joint Cup

54321 TA06 Carbon Reinforced A-Parts (Bulkhead)

54322 TA06 Carbon Reinforced J-Parts (Damper Stay)

54323 TA06 Carbon Reinforced T-Parts (Gear Case)

54324 TA06 Carbon Damper Stay (Front)

54325 TA06 Carbon Damper Stay (Rear)

54326 M-06 Rear Mount for Carbon Damper Stay

54327 M-05/M-06 Aluminum Rear Upright (1 Degree)

54329 DB01 Gear Diff Unit

54330 F104 Carbon Reinforced C-Parts (Gear Case)

54331 F104X1 Upper Deck Rolling Damper Set

54332 F104 Counterweight

54333 F104X1 Flexible Long Upper Deck

56327 1/14 MAN TGX 18.540 4×2 XLX

56328 1/14 MAN TGX 18.540 4×2 XLX Full Operation Kit

56516 Maersk 40-Foot Container for Tamiya 1/14 Scale Container Semi-Trailer

56517 Matt Chrome Front Wheels (22mm European Type)

56518 Matt Chrome Rear Wheels (22mm Double Tire)

57818 XB Ford Bronco 1973 (CC-01 Chassis)

57820 XB Honda Ballade Sports Mugen CR-X PRO (M-05)

57821 XB Audi R8LMS Nürburgring (TT-01 Type-E)

58503 Honda Ballade Sports Mugen CR-X PRO (M-05 Chassis)

58504 Audi R8LMS Nürburgring (TT-01 Type-E)

58505 VW Scirocco GT24-CNG (FF-03)

58506 Ferrari 599XX (TA06)

58508 VW Scirocco GT24-CNG (TT-01 Type-E)

58509 1/12 Toyota TOM’S 84C (RM-01)

A revival of the traditional 1/12 Tamiya category Racing Master with a new chassis. Power source: 380-motor and LF1100 Battery.  The rear of the main chassis is pitching to the gear case FRP2.5mm thick plastic height adjustment, with a two damper front suspension with King adopted the trail. One of the attractions is scale looks and performance and not just focus on maximum speed and handling. (Autotranslation. Subject to changes as soon as firm information gets available in English.)

84237 Subaru Brat Metallic Special

84255 1/10 TA05 M-Four Chassis Kit

84256 Avante 2011 Racing Steering Set

84257 Avante 2011 Ball Diff / Torque Splitter Set

84258 Fast Attack Vehicle 2011 Aluminum Damper Set (Front & Rear)

Tools, Paints & Educational:

70201 3mm Plastic H-Type Bar (5 Pcs.)

70202 3mm Plastic Concave Type Bar (5 Pcs.)

70203 Eco Motor Gear Box (3-Speed)

74106 Hard Coated File PRO (Tapered 6mm)

74107 Hard Coated File PRO (Square 3mm)

74108 Angled Tweezers

74109 Straight Tweezers

81535 Acrylic Mini X-35 Semi-Gloss Clear

81786 Acrylic Mini XF-86 Flat Clear

89955 Modeler’s Knife (Fluorescent Pink)

Will be permanently updated.