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Tamiya 63697 Official Mini 4WD Guide 2019-2020


From the basics of assembly to the latest trends in tune-ups and new ways of playing
A 2019-2020 version of the “Tamiya Official Guidebook Mini 4WD Ultra Speed ​​Guide” to fully enjoy Mini 4WD! The “Miracle Baron Circuit 2019” measures set for the Japan Cup 2019, as well as from the basics of machine making, to the production techniques of trend systems such as rear anchors, and dress-up techniques for professional modelers. In addition, we introduce a new way of playing such as a report on the company account competition Mini 4WD “Tobo eight cups” and announcements of winning works of concours de elegance “# Design Contest” recruited on Twitter. In addition, I can not miss a special interview by singer / songwriter ReN who wrote and composed “My Mini 4WD” by Tamiya HQ’s visit report by Kenjiro Yamashita from JILE 3 SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE. Appendix is ​​specially made stickers corresponding to various machines!

Format ・ number of pages: A4 wide 100 pages
Appendix: Specially-made dress up sticker
Publication: Gakken Plus
Author: Get Navi Editor

Appendix: Special Sticker

Some of upcoming limited Tamiya RC releases

47414 Audi A4 quattro Touring car

This Tamiya R/C car recreates a classic Audi A4 Quattro Touring car as it raced in 1997. In the late 1990s, manufacturer-backed teams would come to dominate touring car series around the world. One of the most pre-eminent was Audi, which spared no expense in its pursuit of the top of the podium. Using its base A4 quattro as a platform, Audi developed the car significantly and turned it into a race winner. In addition, Audi sought the best drivers from around the world in order to do their creation justice.

Tamiya recreates this racer on top of the TT-01 E chassis, which is ideal for beginner kit builders. The original release of this Audi was mounted on the Tamiya TA-03 machine.

TT-01 E Chassis
The bathtub frame of the evolved shaft-driven 4WD TT-01 Type-E has its motor and battery close to the ground for lower center of gravity and optimum balance. Mounted on the bathtub frame is a fiberglass reinforced nylon upper deck and gear covers improving rigidity, as well as a 3-piece tie rod providing a smoother steering action. The low center of gravity, great balanced design, 4-wheel double wishbone suspension system, and front and rear differential gears all come together to produce excellent operating ability. 70mm-diameter radial tires are paired with metal plated wheels developed just for this model; the high sidewalls make for forgiving turns.

• 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 454mm, width: 186mm.
• Polycarbonate body.
• Separate molded parts recreate side mirrors and sporty rear wing.
• Stickers are included to recreate markings for both no.5 and no.45 cars (they raced in different touring car series), with masking stickers to help during the paint job.
• 18-spoke wheels are molded in Silver, and paired with slick tires.
• The TT-01 Type-E chassis features shaft-driven 4WD for easy handling, and great customizability.
• A wide range of option parts is available to tune the TT-01 Type-E chassis.
• Requires: 2-channel radio, servo, 7.2-7.4volt battery & compatible battery charger, and Tamiya PS paint.

47419 Monster Beetle Black Edition

Upcoming Tamiya 58672 1/14 RC Monster Beetle Trail GF-01TR

58672 1/14 R/C Monster Beetle Trail (GF-01TR)

The classic Tamiya Monster Beetle is an iconic R/C kit. This version takes the classic body, shrinks it to a smaller scale, and mounts it on a variant GF-01 chassis called the GF-01TR!
The GF-01TR fits the gear-driven GF-01 chassis with reduction gears (also known as portal axles). This modification allows the hobbyist to better transverse trail terrain as it lifts the bottom of the chassis to better clear obstacles that could high center the vehicle and render it stuck.

More detail photos of Tamiya 57409 Lunch Box Mini on SW-01 chassis and 58671 Mazda 3 with red TT-02 chassis

 

More official product photos of Tamiya 57409 Lunch Box Mini SW-01 Chassis

This is a compact, maneuverable, and above all super-fun addition to the world of Tamiya wheelie models! It’s a familiar face, too, as the legendary Tamiya Lunch Box has been shrunk down to 1/24 scale.

The classic shrunken Lunch Box body sits on top of the 4WD SW-01 chassis.

SWD-01 chassis key features:
• The steering uses 1-piece upper arms for a tight turning circle and the body leans to help suppress tumbles. It can be converted into a 4-wheel steering setup with separately sold Item 54898 SW-01 Upper Arm Connectors.
• The body is attached to the body mounts using magnets for quick attachment.
• The Type 370 motor is located right in the center of the SW-01 chassis, in a gear-driven 4WD setup with a gear ratio of 21.875:1.
• 1/24 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 190mm, width: 146mm, height: 140mm.
• The famous Lunch Box body is molded in lightweight and durable polycarbonate and is pre-painted.
• The body leans in the direction in which the model steers, achieving remarkably tight turning circles.
• Responsive 4WD.
• Strut style suspension.
• Can be used with standard size servos and R/C equipment despite its compact nature.
• Big, tread patterned tires give superb traction and add to the overall cartoonish look of the Lunchbox Mini.
• Dish type wheels.
• Compatible with Tamiya LF Battery LF1100-6.6V Racing Pack (M-Size) as a power source.
Aftermarket battery note: Battery pack size must be under 66x36x15mm in size.
• 370-type size motor included.
Requires: 2-Channel Radio, standard size servo, 7.2-7.4volt battery pack & compatible charger.
• Compatible with: item 51610 RC T301 Battery Case for use with 4 AA batteries if desired.

More detail photos of new Tamiya 1/35 Japan Ground Self-Defence Force Light Armored Vehicle & 1/35 German Heavy Self-Propelled Howitzer Hummel Late Type from the 58th Shizuoka Hobby Show

Tamiya 1/35 Japan Ground Self-Defence Force Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) (tentative name)
With the Iraqi dispatch specification on sale, and the domestic specification that has been improved in the details has been modeled. Driver figures included.


Tamiya 1/35 German Heavy Self-Propelled Howitzer Hummel Late Type
Open top car, unique indoor and immersive figures