Tamiya Carp Mini 4WD limited production model

Hiroshima Carp and Tamiya of Mini 4WD are dream collaborations!

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※ The picture is a kit assembled.

◆ Features
A special kit based on the mini 4WD version of “Boomerang”, a famous car that built one era in the 1980’s RC car boom, “Boomerang RS” (released in 2005).
The aerodynamic form where the body of the wedge shape is directly connected to the large rear wing is characteristic.
The chassis adopts the popular “VS” type currently in the mini 4WD race scene, and it is possible to make quick cornering making use of light weight & short wheelbase.
※ “Mini 4WD” is a registered trademark of Tamiya.

◆ Basic Specification
· Total length at completion
· about 146 mm · overall width about 90 mm
· total height of about 52 mm
· with 130 types of normal motor
· assembly is fitted with no adhesive required
※ Age 10 or more

◆ Separately Required
· Two AA batteries

◆ Tools used
· Nipper
· Cutter knife
· Phillips screwdriver M


Source and order location (Japanese)

Tamiya products won the model of the year awards from German model magazine Modell Fan


The selection result of 2017 model (model of the year) elected by the German scale model magazine “Modell Fan” was announced at the Nürnberg Spielwaren Messe venue. From the new model released in Germany in 2017, the best models of each genre are selected by the selection committee of “Modell Fan” magazine reader vote and editorial staff. This time “1/48 Messerschmitt Bf 109 G – 6” “1/6 Honda CRF 1000 L Africa Twin” was awarded.

Modell des Jahres: Tamiya among the awards again!
German magazine Modell Fan has announced its Modell des Jahres (Models of the Year) at Spielware nmesse! Tamiya is delighted that our 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 and 1/6 Honda CRF 1000 L Africa Twin models were both honored with awards, which are chosen by the magazine’s staff and readership.

Tamiya 56357 1/14 Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3348 6×4 Tipper Truck official product video


The Arocs series is a line of heavy-duty models introduced in 2013 by the world’s leading truck manufacturer, Daimler AG (Germany). This R/C model assembly kit recreates the dual rear axle-driven Arocs 3348 6×4 tipper truck, which runs on a 12.8-liter turbocharged inline-6 engine capable of 480hp. The model has a realistic body, and a chassis featuring numerous metal parts. Gear changing is also possible via transmitter controls.

Length: 576mm, Width: 190mm, Height: 267mm.

● Assembly type 3-speed transmission allows gear changes via separately available 4-channel transmitter.
● Ladder frame chassis features aluminum side channels with resin cross members.
● Realistic 1-piece resin bed is reinforced with a metal frame.
● Power from the front-mounted motor is delivered to rear axles via propeller shaft. Built-in differential gear on each axle enables smooth cornering.
● Highly-realistic suspension utilizes metal leaf springs and friction dampers. The model enjoys easy driving thanks to the float-mounted die-cast front and reinforced resin rear axles.
● The highly detailed body breathtakingly captures the slimline form of the truck cab, including the distinctive bucket tooth design grille. Depictions of headlight guards, front bumper and skid plate underneath are parts of a truly realistic finish.

Official Tamiya New Item Release list for March 2018

R/C Models
　58654　　1/10 R/C Lancia 037 Rally (TA02-S)
　84433　　1/10 R/C TA07R Chassis Kit
　56356　　1/14 R/C Grand Hauler (Matte Black Edition)
　51602　　1/10 Scale R/C F104 Body Parts Set (2017)
　51603　　F104 Wing Set (2017 / White)
　51604　　F104 Wing Set (2017 / Black)
　51606　　1/14 Scale R/C Team Hahn Racing MAN TGS Body Parts Set
　54795　　1/25 Scale R/C Tank Turret Rotation Unit Set
　47369　　1/10 Scale R/C Mazda2 Lightweight Body Parts Set

Scale Models
　20068　　1/20 SF70H
　60789　　1/72 Kawasaki Ki-61-Id Hien (Tony)
　12683　　1/72 Kawasaki Ki-61-Id Hien (Tony) Camouflage Decals

Kids
　18089　　Mini 4WD Pig Racer
　18710　　Mini 4WD Starter Pack FM-A Balanced Spec (Rowdy Bull)
　19451　　Gun Bluster XTO Premium (FM-A Chassis)
　95281　　Kumamon Mini 4WD – Supporting Kumamoto
　95377　　Astro-Boomerang Premium Black Special (Super-II Chassis)
　95311　　13mm Dia. Guide Roller Ball Bearings (6pcs.) II
　95382　　Lightweight 13mm Aluminum Ball-Race Rollers (Ringless/Blue)
　95384　　MA Reinforced Chassis (Red)