Category Archives: Future Releases

Tamiya New Item Release list for June 2020

R/C Models
　47438　　1/10 R/C Super Storm Dragon
　47445　　1/10 R/C TA07RR Chassis Kit
　47446　　1/10 R/C Plasma Edge II Gun Metal (TT-02B)
　56362　　1/14 R/C Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 Tow Truck
　58678　　1/10 R/C Comical Avante (GF-01CB)
　58679　　1/10 R/C Suzuki Swift sport (M-05)
　58681　　1/10 R/C Formula E Gen2 Car – Championship Livery (TC-01)
　57412　　1/24 R/C MudMad (SW-01)
　47449　　TC-01 Titanium Screw Set
　51655　　1/10 Scale R/C Comical Avante Body Parts Set
　54946　　1/24 Scale MudMad Clear Body Parts Set
　54950　　SW-01 Reinforced B Parts (Bumper)
　54951　　SW-01 Reinforced C Parts (Suspension Arms)
　54953　　ST Block Front Bubble Tires (Soft/2pcs.)
　54954　　ST Block Rear Bubble Tires (Soft/2pcs.)
　56553　　Electric Actuator Set for 1/14 Scale R/C Tow Truck

Static Models
　12056　　1/12 Porsche 934 Vaillant (w/Photo-Etched Parts)
　14138　　1/12 Honda CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADE SP
　24354　　1/24 Ford Mustang GT4
　35372　　1/35 Russian Heavy Tank KV-1 Model 1941 Early Production
　37028　　1/35 West German Tank M47 Patton
　12690　　1/12 Scale Honda CBR1000RR-R Front Fork Set

Kids
　18096　　Dual Ridge Jr. (VZ)
　18656　　Roborace DevBot 2.0 (MA)
　95130　　Neo-VQS (VZ Chassis) Japan Cup 2020 (Polycarbonate Body)
　95564　　Geo Glider Black Special (FM-A)
　95565　　Hexagonite Black Special (MA)
　95585　　Spin-Viper
　95586　　Diomars-Nero
　95128　　Hyper-Dash 3 Motor J-Cup 2020
　95129　　Hyper-Dash Motor PRO J-Cup 2020
　95131　　HG Carbon Multi Roller Setting Stay (1.5mm) J- Cup 2020
　95132　　HG Carbon Rear Multi Roller Setting Stay (1.5mm) J- Cup 2020
　95133　　HG Carbon Rear Brake Stay (1.5mm) J- Cup 2020
　95563　　HG Lightweight 17mm Aluminum Ball-Race Rollers (Ringless)
　95566　　Brake Sponge Set (1mm Red)
　15526　　Basic Tune-Up Parts Set for VZ Chassis
　69936　　Gondola Lift
　70238　　Kayak
　70237　　Link Type Track & Sprocket Set

Tools & Paints
　74155　　HG Tweezers (Grip Type Tip)
　74156　　Modeling Template (Square, 1-10mm)
　85102　　TS-102 Cobalt Green
　87205　　Mark Fit (Super Strong)

Tamiya live video session of May 10 including detailed explanation of Tamiya Formula E TC-01 chassis

Tamiya RC LIVE
Live streaming of the latest information on Tamiya RC cars! Tamiya staff will provide you with useful information, including RC new product information, setting methods that beginners must see, practical advice when participating in races such as Tamiya Grand Prix, so do not miss it!
13:30 – Detailed explanation of Farmer E (TC-01)
・ Introducing the details of TC-01 chassis!
16:00 – Tamiya GP regulation announcement
・ We will announce the regulations for the 2020 Tamiya Grand Prix holding class!
* Each will be 30 minutes.
Cast
Satoshi Mamiya, Riku Sunahara

Sporty & Stunning! Tamiya Volkswagen Karmann Ghia M-06L video review by RC Driver

For many, buying and driving an RC car modeled after a real car is a way to get some type of experience with something of interest. I have a Tamiya Porsche GT3 in my collection that I cherish because I want the real car but will probably never get the chance to own one. A lot of Tamiya’s RC models are perfect for this purpose and if you are a Volkswagen Karmann Ghia fan, this latest release from Tamiya will be right up your alley! The Tamiya Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is based on the M06L RR platform so it’s a smaller sedan, but still a ton of fun to drive. Like nearly most of Tamiya’s RC cars nowadays, the VW is a kit that you build and detail, perfect for those who love the modeling aspect of the hobby. We built and painted ours over the past few weeks and are now ready to show it off. We’ll give you the details about this exciting RC car in our full review which of course includes action and our performance thoughts as well.
Source: RC Driver YouTube channel

Tamiya Mini 4WD Avante X MS Chassis Enomoto Special

Special plan product release of Enomoto Circuit
Avante X MS Chassis Murasakinomoto Special is released.
Molding color of the old MS chassis as a purple chassis set. Please see the image below.
Price 1870 yen (tax included)

Source: Mini 4WD specialty store Enomoto Circuit

Tamiya 47442 Terra Scorcher 2020 assembly manual

Click on the image for the PDF manual

One more photo and boxart of Tamiya 47438 Super Storm Dragon

Tamiya 47438 Super Storm Dragon

The Super Dragon first appeared in 1986 in a classic Japanese RC comic and was originally only available from Tamiya as accessory bodykit 50364 for the Hornet chassis.

The success of the Super Dragon led Tamiya to the birth of the legendary “Dragon model series”, which was followed by other models such as Fire Dragon, Thunder Dragon and Saint Dragon.

With the article 47438 the Super Storm Dragon is offered as a kit for the first time.
A Hornet chassis was selected, which was also intended as a chassis carrier at the time of release.

The polycarbonate body is already painted and cut to size, and the simple and easy to assemble chassis is recommended for a wide range of users.

A TBLE-02S speed controller and type 540 motor are included.

Official details and product video of Tamiya 56362 Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 Tow Truck

Tamiya 56362 1/14 RC Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 Tow Truck

Total length = 732 mm Picture shows assembled and painted kit

Four-axle eight-wheel heavy wrecker used for towing large vehicles
The Volvo truck flagship FH series, which debuted in 2012. Equipped with the strongest 750 horsepower engine in a 4-axis 8×4 chassis, and equipped with wrecker equipment. This is an electric radio control car assembly kit that models a tow truck towing a large truck or bus. The realistically reproduced cabin uses etched parts made of stainless steel on the front grille to tighten the expression and reproduce the interior partly. Each door on the rear body opens and closes. In addition, the wrecker equipment that attracts attention uses a lot of metal parts. You can manually extend and retract the winch boom, underlift, outrigger, etc. The chassis is a ladder frame type that uses aluminum channel material for the side rails. The TR Mighty Tune Motor (35T) is mounted on the front, and an assembled 3-speed transmission is standard equipment. You can change gears while driving by RC operation, and you can enjoy driving with the 1/14 RC trailer head pulled.

Optional parts that add even more realism
● 1/14 RC Wrecker Truck Electric Actuator Set (Sold Separately): This is an assembled parts set for raising and lowering the winch boom / underlift by RC operation. It consists of a spindle cylinder that expands and contracts with a high-precision geared motor and an ACU-02 unit that controls the motor. A manual switch is also included. Click here for more information
● Euro-style multi-function unit (MFC-03) (sold separately): The multi-function control unit with built-in ESC that enables extremely low-speed driving as well as normal driving synchronizes realistic sounds with various actions unique to trucks. The body vibration is linked to create a presence. In particular, the engine sound is the pulsation of an actual vehicle equipped with a large displacement diesel engine. From idling to full opening, the engine sound changes according to the speed. In addition, it reproduces almost all sounds emitted by the actual vehicle, such as air dryer sound, air exhaust sound, and brake sound. In addition, the stop lamp, turn signal, and back lamp can be controlled according to the operation, and the lighting of headlights, fog lights, hazards, etc. can be controlled on / off by the transmitter. For more information, click here

Basic specifications
Overall length = 732mm, Overall width = 199mm, Overall height = 309mm, Body weight = Approx. mm ● Chassis shape = (aluminum + polycarbonate resin) ladder frame ● Suspension = front and rear leaf rigid ● Caster angle / front / rear = 0 ° / 0 ° ● Camber angle = front / rear 0 ° ● Toe angle = front / rear 0 ° ● Damper = Aluminum dummy damper ● Drive system = 2-axis rear wheel drive ● Transmission = Constant meshing 3-speed (shift by propo operation) ● Gear ratio = 1st 32.49: 1, 2nd 17.76: 1, 3rd 10.66: 1 ● Differential gear system = 3 bevel differentials ● Motor = TR Mighty Tune Motor (35T) ● Tire width / diameter = Front: 30mm / 85mm, Rear: 22mm / 84mm

Separately required
● RC mechanism used: Self-neutral stick type 4-channel R / C system with slide lever trim “Finespec 2.4G 4-channel R / C system (transmitter / receiver set) recommended”, 2 servos “Tamiya TP-S3003 or TSU-” 03 Servo recommended “, ESC” Tamiya TBLE-02S “or MFC recommended, transmitter power supply (4 AA batteries) ● Running battery, charger

Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 8×4 Check the video of driving and towing the tow truck!

: Realistic reproduction of heavy equipment tow trucks that pull large trucks and buses.

: The front grille is made of stainless steel etched parts, which creates a fearless look. The separately designed LEDs can be attached to the lights with a characteristic design.

: The visor and roof light are plated parts. In addition, the upper part of the cabin, such as the escape hatch and antenna, is finished with a sense of scale.

: Steering the front two axes with one servo. The steering angle that differs between the front and rear axes is also reproduced.

: A ladder frame chassis that combines a side rail made of aluminum channel material with a resin cross member. *

: The warning light on the upper part of the rear body is a clear orange part. Optional LED can be installed.

: Two winches that are essential for tow trucks are arranged vertically. Each 5m of rope that reproduces the tow wire can be prepared and manually wound.

: The winch boom can be adjusted in length and angle. The length can be extended up to 586 mm, and there are 3 angles.

: The retractable underlift rear tire fork can be adjusted according to the position and size of the towed vehicle. It turns around the underlift connecting part as a fulcrum for smooth cornering when towing.

: Each door on the rear body can be opened and closed. In addition to the running battery, the optional multifunction unit and the operation switches when the actuator is installed can be stored. *

: The outrigger that stabilizes the vehicle body during boom operation can be manually expanded and contracted by loosening the cap screw, creating a work vehicle-like reality.

: The rear suspension uses a trunnion system, which is similar to a real large truck. Equipped with a metal leaf spring and a friction damper that uses a metal cylinder.

: Double tires with a strong tread pattern are mounted on the rear two-axles.

Tamiya 47438 Super Storm Dragon, 47445 Tamiya TA07RR and more future RC, Static, Mini 4WD and other releases

Tamiya 47438 1/10 RC Super Storm Dragon

Active in the RC manga “RC Boy” legendary　origin of the Dragon series appeared! First with a body kit !! as a “Super Storm Dragon”
To the popular serialized in Shogakukan flop comic “RC Boy”, hero The super dragon that appeared in 1986 as a machine has appeared as the “Super Storm Dragon” 34 years later. The phantom machine that was released as a spare body at the time was made into a kit. For the chassis, we chose the Hornet chassis that was adopted when the manga first appeared. It was the model that became the origin of the dragon series that followed Fire, Thunder, and Saint. The body is pre-painted and cut, and the combination with a simple and easy-to-assemble chassis is recommended for a wide range of people.

Tamiya 47445 1/10 RC TA07RR Chassis Kit

Improved grip and improved cornering performance by optimizing chassis rigidity
Adopting a composite chassis combining a narrow type lower deck with an upper frame, the drive system is single belt 4WD. In addition, the TA07 PRO touring car chassis supports three different motor layouts and various course layouts and settings. This chassis is packed with optional parts carefully selected by TRF members, and the TA07RR is designed to win the race. Dedicated carbon front stiffener improves pitching rigidity while maintaining roll flexibility. It improves the grip on the front and creates stable cornering performance. In addition, the drive system has a double cardan drive shaft, TRF420 front axle, aluminum center pulley, etc. to improve efficiency. The suspension can be set more delicately with the TRF419 suspension upgrade set and aluminum adjustable suspension mount. A dedicated servo mount and front and rear soft type stabilizer are also set.

Main equipment parts
● Carbon front middle stiffener ● Aluminum stiffener mount ● Aluminum servo mount ● Carbon reinforced A parts (bulkhead) ○ Aluminum adjustable suspension mount ○ TRF419 suspension upgrade set ○ TRF420 front direct pulley (37T) ○ TRF420 gear differential set ○ TRF420 front axle ○ Double Drive shaft for cardan (42 sizes, 2) ○ TRF super short big bore damper (4) ○ TRF420 steel front direct cup set ○ Stabil end integrated 5mm adjuster (4 pieces) ○ TRF420 steel front direct cup set ○ TA07 carbon damper bracket set (for TRF-SSBB) ○ TA07 aluminum steering arm set ○ TA07 adjustable Ackerman set ○ TRF-SSBB upgrade for damper set

: Carbon front middle stiffener, aluminum stiffener mount and aluminum servo mount enhance pitching rigidity and realize chassis setting that softens rolls.

: A set of soft type stabilizers (front: super soft / soft, rear: super soft) that match the tires specified by the Tamiya Challenge Cup.

Tamiya 58681 1/10 RC Formula E GEN2 Official Color (TC-01 Chassis)

Big attention to the body and chassis that tell a new era!
Formula E, also known as “F1 for electric vehicles”. It has been held since 2014, mainly in urban courses such as famous resort areas, not in general closed circuits. This is an electric radio control car assembly kit that reproduces the Formula E GEN2, a second-generation machine developed for this race and introduced in 2018. The low and unique form of the front and rear tires covered with a body cowl is realistically reproduced with polycarbonate. Separate parts are included for the cockpit protective device “Hello”, rearview mirror, and large rear diffuser that also acts as a bumper. Also, markings are divided into black and silver, and a set of stickers for the championship (official) color with a light blue line. For the chassis, we adopted TC-01, a shaft drive 4WD with in-board suspension specifications.

Adopting shaft drive 4WD chassis with inboard suspension, TC-01
The chassis uses shaft drive 4WD TC-01 with inboard suspension in order to match the low vehicle height. A motor is mounted on the center of a monocoque frame with high rigidity and the propeller shaft transmits power back and forth. Equipped with an oil-filled gear diff. 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension with long arm specifications. An inboard type that operates a horizontal oil damper vertically with a push rod and rocker arm. By adjusting the amount of spacers, you can set the camber angle, caster angle, and toe angle. In addition, the suspension arms / uprights use common parts on the front, back, left, and right to provide high maintainability.

Basic specifications
● Length 430mm, Width 188mm, Height 99mm ● Wheelbase 257mm ● Tire width / diameter = front and rear 24 / 64mm ● Frame = integrally molded monocoque ● Drive system = vertical motor / shaft drive 4WD ● Differential gear = oil-filled gear diff ● Steering = 3-split tie rod type ● Suspension = inboard type 4-wheel double wishbone ● Damper = CVA oil damper both front and rear ● Gear ratio = Kit standard 24T 6.56: 1 ● Motor = 540 type (sold separately) ● Speed controller = ESC specification (sold separately)

[separately purchased ] ● 2.4G R / C / ESC (for brushless motor) / low profile servo ● Power supply for transmitter ● Tamiya battery

: The complex body shape created by the large diffuser is realistically reproduced with 8-division polycarbonate.

: A set of championship (official) color stickers with black and silver and light blue lines.

: The inside of the front fender can be cut to enhance the feeling, or it can be finished transparent without being cut.

: The cockpit protective device “Hello” and the rearview mirror are made up of separate white parts.

: Left and right split-type rear wing supported by stays connected to the rear fender.

: Uses a gear drive 4WD that transmits the power of the motor mounted in the center of the monocoque frame back and forth by gears.

: A side view of the chassis that clearly shows the overall height suppressed by the adoption of inboard suspension.

: The motor is placed vertically at almost the center of the monocoque frame, and the propeller shaft transmits power back and forth.

: Long span A type suspension arm. Achieve high reality and sufficient strength.

: Camber angle, caster angle, and toe angle can be set using spacers and shims.

: Inboard type suspension that operates CVA oil damper with push rod and rocker arm.

: Brushless motor (sold separately) recommended. The gear ratio can be selected from 7.50: 1 to 5.25: 1 by using the separately sold pinion (06 module).

: Equipped with an oil-filled gear diff that can adjust the effect depending on the viscosity of the oil.

: The suspension arm / upright uses common parts on the front, back, left, and right to achieve high maintainability.

: The back surface of the chassis has a flat surface. Reduced contact resistance with the road surface.

: Changed the front and rear bumpers and modi mounts for touring cars.

: A body for a 1/10 RC touring car can also be installed, expanding the range of body selections.

RC Models
47438 1/10 RC Super Storm Dragon
47445 1/10 RC TA07RR Chassis Kit
47446 1/10 RC Plasma Edge II Gunmetal (TT-02B chassis)
56362 1/14 RC Volvo FH16 Glove Trotter 750 8×4 Wrecker Truck
58678 1/10 RC Comical Avante (GF-01CB chassis)
58679 1/10 RC Suzuki Swift Sport (M-05 chassis)
58681 1/10 RC Formula E GEN2 Official Color (TC-01 Chassis)
57412 1/24 Comical Wheelie Mad Mud (Unassembled Kit) (SW-01 Chassis)
57413 1/24 Comical Wheelie Mad Mad (Completed Model) (SW-01 Chassis)
57920 1/10 RC XB Suzuki Swift Sport (M-05 chassis)
57922 1/10 RC XB Comical Avante (GF-01CB chassis)
47449 TC-01 Titanium screw
51655 1/10 RC Comical Avante Spare Body Set
54946 1/24 RC Mad Mad Clear Body Parts Set
54950 SW-01 Reinforced B Parts (Bumper)
54951 SW-01 Reinforced C parts (joint)
54953 ST block bubble tire front wheel (soft) 2
54954 ST block bubble tire rear wheels (soft) 2
56553 1/14 RC Tow Truck Electric Actuator Set

Scale Models
12056 1/12 Porsche 934 Vailant (with etching parts
12690 1/12 Honda CBR1000RR-R front fork set
14138 1/12 Honda CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADE SP
24354 1/24 Ford Mustang GT4
35372 1/35 Soviet heavy tank KV-1 1941 early production vehicle
37028 1/35 German Tank M47 Patton

Mini 4WD
18096 Dual Ridge Jr. (VZ chassis)
18656 Robo Race Devot 2.0 (MA chassis)
95564 Geoglider Black Special (FM-A Chassis)
95565 Hexagonite Black Special (MA Chassis)
95585 Spin Viper
95586 Diomars Nero
15526 VZ chassis first try parts set
95128 Hyper Dash 3 Motor J-CUP 2020
95129 Hyper Dash Motor PRO J-CUP 2020
95130 1/32 Neo VQS Japan Cup 2020 (Polycarbonate body / VZ chassis)
95131 HG Carbon Multi Wide Stay (1.5mm) J-CUP2020
95132 HG Carbon multi wide rear stay (1.5mm) J-CUP2020
95133 HG Carbon rear brake stay (1.5mm) J-CUP2020
95563 HG Lightweight 17mm all aluminum bearing roller