Building a Mystery (Machine) – Customizing the Tamiya Lunch Box 2005

After having so much fun, while building the latest Tamic Comical Models, a long time project was waiting to be completed.

One of the most iconic Tamiya cars ever. The Tamiya Lunch Box. Everyone loves it, and it´s still one of the most popular Vintage Tamiya RC Cars. The LB is also an absolutely perfect base for customizing projects. Years ago, we had the idea to build a replica of the famous “Mystery Machine”, well known from the classic “Scooby Doo” TV show.

For this project, we´ve collected some parts for quite some time.
Here is a list of parts, we used on this car:

  • 84343 Chassis Red Style CW-01
  • 84345 CW-01 D-Parts Under Guard Set Red
  • 84347 CW-01 C.V.A. Short Shock Unit Set II White Style
  • 53068 RS-540 Sport Tuned Motor – Black
  • 19335442 Midnight Pumpkin Metallic – Chrome wheels
  • Full Ball Bearing Set for Grasshopper/ Hornet/Lunch Box
  • Custom Made Mystery Machine Decals
  • R31 House Formula Kart Slick Tire

Tamiya TS-41 Coral Blue matches the orginal “Mystery Machine” Decal perfectly.

All in all, the Lunch Box came out great, and it´s now one of our all time favourites.
Enjoy!

Upcoming Tamiya 47451 Volkswagen Scirocco GT (TT-01-E)


Tamiya Limited Edition 47451 1/10 R/C Volkswagen Scirocco GT (TT-01 Type-E)
This Scirocco GT body was previously painted up in a minimalistic black colour scheme for an Expert Built model (Item 57883), but is now made available in a kit, too! This version features an unpainted polycarbonate body so colour choice is down to you !

About the Model
• This is a 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 443mm, width: 188mm. Wheelbase: 257mm.
• The stylish three-door Volkswagen Scirocco GT coupe is expertly captured in polycarbonate, with separately moulded components for rear wing and side mirrors.
• Stickers are included to recreate markings, with masking stickers to help during the paint job.
• Plated spoke design wheels are paired with racing slick tires.
• The TT-01 Type-E chassis features shaft-driven 4WD for easy handling, and great customizability.
• A wide range of Hop-Up Option parts is available to tune the chassis.
• Includes ESC TBLE-02S & Torque Tuned Motor

Tamiya Mini 4WD Blast Arrow Fighter Special


Tamiya Mini 4WD PRO Series A special edition with the original stickers in the Fighters color is now available on the Blast Arrow.

Specifications
Completed length: 156mm, Width: 97mm With
Double shaft motor
Assembled type with no adhesive required
Material: ABS resin
Release date: August 18, 2020
* Batteries are not included. Please prepare 2 AA batteries separately


Source and shop: Fighters official online store

Tamiya Upcoming Releases September 2020

R/C Models
　44054　　1/10 Glow-Engine R/C Raikiri GT (TG10-Mk.2FZ Chassis 2020)
　51660　　1/10 Scale R/C Formula E GEN2 Car – Championship Livery Body Parts Set
　42357　　Cross Joints for Low Friction Assembly Universal Shafts
　47450　　Lunch Box Mini Wheels (Black, 4pcs.)
　54957　　TC-01 Aluminum Steering Bridge
　54958　　TC-01 Aluminum Steering Arms (L/R)
　54964　　On Road Racing Truck Wheels (F&R/2pcs. each) (White)
　54965　　TT-02 Type-S Aluminum Steering Set (Long Tie-Rod)
　54967　　TT-02 Type-S Steel Adjustable Suspension Mount (Rear)
　54975　　TC-01 Universal Propeller Shaft (1 Set)

Static Models
　12689　　1/35 U.S. 10-in-1 Ration Cartons (WWII)

Mini 4WD
　95571　　Exflowly Polycarbonate Body Special (Purple) (MS)
　95572　　Rayvolf Polycarbonate Body Special (Light Blue) (MS)
　95573　　Shooting Proud Star Clear Blue Special (MA)
　95140　　Low Friction Small Dia. Low Profile Tire (Maroon, 2pcs.) Japan Cup 2020
　95577　　13mm Aluminum Ball-Race Rollers (Ringless/Red)
　95583　　HG 19mm Tapered Aluminum Ball-Race Rollers (Ringless/Gold)
　95594　　Mini 4WD HG Maintenance Base (180x210mm) Dark Red
　95616　　Kumamoto Mini 4WD (Supporting Kumamon Version) Pastel Blue Chassis