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Explaining the “Type 16 Mobile Combat Vehicle (MCV)” exhibited at the 60th Shizuoka Hobby Show



An active Ground Self-Defense Force officer explains the “Type 16 Mobile Combat Vehicle (MCV)” exhibited at the Self-Defense Forces Public Relations Corner at the 60th Shizuoka Hobby Show (May 14th and 15th, 2022). Introducing the basic knowledge of the 16 (Hitoroku) formula and the role of the occupants in an easy-to-understand manner!
● Cast: Kenya Motoshima 2nd Class Rikujojieitai (Fuji School Armor Department)
● Click here for related Tamiya plastic model information 1/35 Land Self-Defense Force 16 type mobile combat vehicle
1/48 Ground Self-Defense Force Type 16 Mobile Combat Vehicle
● Please also see this video. A talk show by land self-defense officials and pro modelers approaching the secret of “Type 16 Mobile Combat Vehicle (MCV)” !?
https://youtu.be/1g14ummL3Gs
“Approaching the secret of Type 10 tank !?” Talk show by SDF personnel and pro modelers
https://youtu.be/XHp-s00QU9A

Tamiya 70250 Swimming Sea Otter official product video



A Real Cracker!
This assembly kit creates the Swimming Sea Otter, an adorable model with its paddling tail propelled by a submarine motor. Simultaneously, a cam moves the forepaws in a motion mimicking the cracking of a shell. Builders will be fascinated to see how the model transforms the rotation of the motor into reciprocating motion. The streamlined assembly uses push rivets and a small amount of screws, while water resistant stickers are included to add some cute detail to the model.

Specifications
★Length: 202mm, width: 75mm, height: 80mm (measurements are approximate) ★Submarine motor included. ★Includes everything needed for easy snap-fit/screw-together assembly.

Separately Required Items
★R03/AAA/UM4 battery x1 ★Side cutters ★(+) Screwdriver

Tamiya 58705 Ford Bronco 2021 CC-02 review video



When it comes to fun RC build models, Tamiya creates some amazing kits and the 2021 Ford Bronco CC-02 is a stunning 1/10 replica. Tamiya went with the 2-door version of the new Bronco and also added a bit more detail by including a roof rack, and bull bar up front along with some other impressive accessories. Greg will go over all of that here along with an amazing drive of this beautiful crawler along the coast of Maine. If you’re looking for a great RC modeling experience or you’re just a new Bronco fan, then you need to see this kit!
Source: RC Driver

Tamiya 64439 RC Guide Book Volume 19 2022 Spring-Summer


Published by Tamiya RC Guidebook Vol.19 2022 SPRING-SUMMER, which carefully selects and publishes Tamiya’s major RC models. Including off-road cars with a wide variety of lineups and wide driving fields, classic touring cars and formula cars that can enjoy high-speed driving, tanks and trailer trucks with powerful big size, cornering with tilted body are attracting attention Includes Tamiya’s major RC models, such as the 3-wheel RC and the completed model XB that can be played immediately out of the box. In addition, we have posted new products that will be released by the summer. Also, since it comes with a popular QR code, you can jump to the Tamiya homepage using your smartphone or mobile phone to see RC videos and detailed information immediately. And the RC start guide introduces the original painting of the body. Original painting is indispensable to make the machine unique and to make a difference to your friends. In addition, it is full of information to enjoy RC life, such as various RC events, live distribution on SNS that delivers the latest information, posting using Twitter and Instagram. In addition, at the end of the book, we also introduced hobby shops nationwide and Tamiya’s RC circuit. All color A4 size, 38 pages with plenty of volume.

Masami Hirosaka visiting the Tamiya Plamodel Factory Shimbashi store with 20,000 yen


There are Japanese & English subtitles (with Japanese & English subtitles) Legend Masami also urgently participates in the popular category “U20000 Challenge Class” of the G-Force Cup to be held on June 12th! Legend Masami heading to Tamiya Plamodel Factory Shimbashi store to buy a car for racing ✨ What does Legend Masami choose under the shackles of 20,000 yen or less! ?? Introducing the shopping process with the cooperation of Tamiya Corporation. Legend Masami also urgently participates in the popular category “U20000 Challenge Class” of the G-Force Cup to be held on June 12th! Legend Masami heading to Tamiya Plamodel Factory Shimbashi store to buy a car for racing. What does Legend Masami choose in the shackles of less than 20,000 yen! ?? Introducing the shopping process with the cooperation of TAMIYA Inc. U20000 What is an off-road class? The car body is manufactured at a list price of 20,000 yen or less (excluding tax) including the chassis kit, body / wing, optional parts, tire wheels, etc. It is a class that competes with a car body manufactured within a limited budget. What is the U20000 Off-road Class? The car body, including the chassis kit, body / wing, optional parts, tire wheels, etc., http://www.gforce-hobby.jp/event/GFCC-2022/image/regulation-GFCC2022.pdf
Source: G-FORCE Hobby

Tamiya Lunch Box Mini XSA Gold Edition video review


We have another Tamiya Lunch Box Mini SW-01 found to feature! This time however it’s an XSA version. This means it’s an Expert Semi-Assembled kit from Tamiya. The iconic little mini size van comes built from the factory with the motor installed, body painted and decaled and the only thing you need to do is drop in your choice of electronics. For some drivers, this is a great opportunity to reuse some old RTR electronics they may have lying around. In this video Greg shows how easy it is to install some spare radio gear he has and then takes the Van out for a drive and remembers just how much fun this Tamiya model is!
Source: RCDriver

Full size Tamiya Monster Beetle shown at the 60th Shizuoka Hobby Show 2022