Tamiya MB-01 chassis recommended option parts



★The compact, 2WD MB-01 chassis gives a choice of three types of wheelbase, and front- or rear- wheel drive system. This model employs a midship motor, rear-wheel drive setup. Without removing battery pack, motor and R/C equipment setups from the center frame, simply change attachment directions of final gears and steering linkage to switch between front- and rear-wheel drive; low or high motor position can be chosen for rear-wheel drive cars. The 4-wheel double wishbone suspension features symmetrical structure and friction dampers. Unitized sections such as motor mount, final gears and suspension facilitate ease of assembly and effective maintenance.

Full official details and photos of Tamiya Porsche 47508 956 & 58742 Hornet EVO.

TAMIYA 47508 1/10 SCALE R/C HIGH PERFORMANCE RACING CAR PORSCHE 956
Scheduled for release in November 2024 – 23,980 yen

Overall length: 483 mm. The photo shows the kit assembled and painted.


This is a radio-controlled assembly kit of the Porsche 956, a famous car that dominated endurance races in the 1980s and was developed to meet the Group C car regulations, which were the main machines in endurance races that began in 1982. The Porsche 956 of the works team won all seven races in 1983. In addition to the works team, the company also began supplying cars to major customer teams that year, and drivers who drove the Porsche 956 dominated the top positions in both the manufacturers’ and drivers’ championships.

●Overall length: 483mm, overall width: 207mm, overall height: 108mm. ●The composite frame is mainly of a bathtub type, with space frames at the front and rear and FRP plates on the underside. ●The front suspension is a 3P type with independent kingpin and coil springs, and the rear suspension is a 1.5mm thick FRP T-bar controlled by a CVA oil damper. ●Direct drive 2WD that directly transmits motor power to a spur gear with a built-in ball differential. ●The body, which reproduces the smooth form, is made of polycarbonate.

TAMIYA 58742 1/10 RC Hornet EVO.
Scheduled for release in December 2024 – 19,800 yen

This is an upgraded version of the Hornet, which first appeared in 1984 and created a boom in 2WD off-road RC cars, with improved chassis performance. Overall length 430mm, overall width 230mm, overall height 135mm. The basic structure of the bathtub-type frame remains the same, but the suspension has been strengthened. It uses a double wishbone 4-wheel independent suspension equipped with oil dampers. It is equipped with a sealed gearbox that keeps out sand and pebbles that are inevitable when driving off-road. It also has a built-in 3-bevel gear type differential gear that creates smooth cornering. The wheels are three-piece type that can be assembled with a three-dimensional feel on both the front and rear. The front wheels are equipped with grooved tires with excellent directionality, and the rear wheels are equipped with high-grip spike tires. The body is made of lightweight, shock-resistant polycarbonate. Stickers are provided for the orange/yellow fire pattern, logo, and number plate.

●Lightweight and well-balanced chassis configuration: The running battery is placed vertically in a low position in the center of the slim ABS resin bathtub frame, and the RC mechanism is mounted on top of it. Well-balanced and easy to maintain. ●4-wheel independent suspension with high off-road performance: Equipped with CVA oil dampers on both front and rear, double wishbone type with turnbuckle shafts on the upper arms. The camber angle can also be adjusted, allowing for smooth driving even on rough off-road surfaces. ●Simple rear-wheel drive, with the motor set at the rear end in a sealed gear case with a built-in differential gear. The drive shaft is a standard dogbone type, making it highly reliable. ●Full bearing specifications. ●Full range of optional parts: Tuning is also possible by incorporating separately sold parts such as higher performance oil dampers and ball differentials.

New Tamiya products for Fall/Winter 2024 to be shown at the 62nd All Japan Model & Hobby Show


List of new products announced at the 62nd All Japan Model & Hobby Show
Scale models
◇ 1/48 Lockheed Martin F-35C Lightning II (Item 61127) … in preparation
◇ 1/24 Porsche 911 GT3 RS (992) (Item 24370)
◇ 1/35 German Panzer I Ausf. B (Item 35388)

RC models
◇ 1/10RC Hornet EVO. (Item 58742)
◇ 1/10RC Porsche 956 (Item 47508)
◇ 1/10RC Toyota Celica GT-FOUR (ST205) (TT-02 chassis) (Item 58743)
◇ 1/10RC Toyota Celica GT-FOUR (ST205) Spare Body Set (Item 51750)
◇ 1/10RC ENEOS X PRIME GR Supra (TT-02 chassis) (Item 47514)
◇ 1/14RC Scania 770S 8×4/4 (Gunmetal Edition) (Item 56376)

Mini 4WD
◇ Cyclone Magnum Polycarbonate Body Special (AR chassis) – Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary –
(Item 95676)
◇ Fully Cowled Mini 4WD Compact Bag (Black) (Item 95668)
◇ Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary Super Hard Low-Profile Tires & Matte Green Chrome Plated Wheels
(Item 95666)
◇ Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary HG Carbon Front Stay (1.5mm/Silver) (Item 95674)
◇ Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary HG Carbon Rear Brake Stay (1.5mm/Silver) (Item 95675)
◇ Stier (MA chassis) (Item 18660)
◇ Low-friction Small Diameter Low-Profile Tires (26mm) & Carbon Reinforced Wheels (Fins) (Item 15534)
◇ Low friction small diameter narrow tires (24mm) & carbon reinforced wheels (3 spokes) (Item 15541)
◇ Grasshopper Jr. (VZ chassis) (Item 18105)
◇ Cross Spear 02 (VZ chassis) (Item 18104)
◇ Mini 4WD Santa Claus (Item 95678)
◇ 2025 Chinese zodiac Mini 4WD “Year of the Snake” (Item 95679)

Tools and Crafts
◇ Tamiya Modeling Brush HGⅡ Round Flat Brush (Soft) Medium (Item 87230)
◇ Plastic 3mm Square Pipe (5 pieces) (Item 70261)
◇ Plastic 5mm Square Pipe (4 pieces) (Item 70262)
◇ Plastic 8mm Square Pipe (3 pieces) (Item 70263)

Tamiya Tokyo is holding a campaign to celebrate the 30th anniversary of fully-cowled Mini 4WD cars

TAMIYA PLAMODEL FACTORY TOKYO 
Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary Campaign
FULLY COWLED MINI 4WD 30TH FES in TOKYO


■Event Overview
[Date] September 14th (Saturday) to November 24th (Sunday), 2024
[Location] TAMIYA PLAMODEL FACTORY TOKYO (Shinbi Yasuda Building 1F, 4-3-1 Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo)


TAMIYA TOKYO presents a special edition for the 30th anniversary of fully-cowled Mini 4WD!
The windows facing Shin-Tora-dori Street and the interior of the facility will be specially decorated to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Fully Cowled Mini 4WD. In addition, the wing of the 1/1 Aero Avante will also have the 30th Anniversary of Fully Cowled Mini 4WD marking, and there will be multiple photo spots where you can take pictures with your own machine.


Purchase a Mini 4WD kit and receive 27 special stickers (from October 4th)
During the campaign period, you will receive one “Fully Cowled Mini 4WD Special Sticker” for every Mini 4WD kit you purchase! The design will change every month for a total of 27 car models. Don’t miss this chance!
*The offer will end as soon as the prizes run out. All Mini 4WD kits, including full cowlings, starter packs, and beginner Mini 4WD kits, are eligible.
●First round: 10/4 (Fri) to 10/31 (Thu) 9 models
(Magnum Saber / Spin Axe / Neo Tridagger ZMC / Brocken Gigant Black SP / Hurricane Sonic / Shining Scorpion / Dio Spada / Beat Magnum / Fire Stinger)
●2nd round: 11/1 (Fri) to 11/30 (Sat) 9 models
●3rd round: 12/1 (Sun) to 12/31 (Tue) 9 models


Official 5-lane circuit to appear on Shin-Tora Dori Street (September 15th and 16th only)
A special official 5-lane circuit will be set up on the first floor of “SHINTORA Street CORE,” a facility adjacent to TAMIYA PLAMODEL FACTORY TOKYO, and a driving event will be held. Come and experience the thrill of racing on a circuit!
*Please note that there is no pit space near the venue.
⇒ SHINTORA Street Marche


A lineup of famous cars! Fully cowled Mini 4WD machine display and package art exhibition
The exhibition space inside the facility will display original machines from the Fully Cowled Mini 4WD series, while the gallery wall will feature a history panel (from October 4th) looking back over the past 30 years, as well as packaging art from famous cars of all time.


Take a photo with the giant package in the background! Mini 4WD Photo Spot
On the large monitor at Modellers Square, 48 Mini 4WD packages related to “Bakusou Kyodai Let’s & Go!!” will be projected. There will also be a photo spot where you can take photos with your favorite machine against the screen. Screening times: Weekdays: 5pm onwards / Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: all day


We will be releasing original illustrations by Koshita Sensei, congratulatory comments, legendary modified machines, merchandise, and other treasures! (From October 4th)
The exhibition will feature original illustrations by Tetsuro Koshita, the creator of “Bakusou Kyodai Let’s & Go!!”, as well as a special exhibition of rare materials such as specially modified fully-cowled Mini 4WD machines and clay models that appeared in various media at the time, as well as costumes from the second generation Mini 4 Fighter, as well as materials that will be shown for the first time.


Complimentary latte art to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Fully Cowled Mini 4WD (from October 4th)
Customers who purchase a hot latte or decaf latte at the cafe corner will receive a free latte art with the theme “30th Anniversary of Fully Cowled Mini 4WD” upon request. Applicable products: Hot latte/decaf latte (※Iced latte is not included)

We are also preparing some special events. Please follow TAMIYA TOKYO’s social media accounts for the latest information.
■Official information

Official X: @TAMIYA_TOKYOOfficial
Instagram: @TAMIYA_TOKYOOfficial
Website: https://www.tamiya-plamodelfactory.co.jp/

Tamiya BT-01 Chassis recommened option parts



★The 2WD BT-01 chassis gives a choice of two types of wheelbase, and front- or rear-wheel drive system. Without removing battery pack, motor and R/C equipment setups from the center frame, simply change attachment directions of final gears and steering linkage to switch between front- and rear-wheel drive; front (FR) or midship rear (MR) motor position can be chosen for rear-wheel drive cars. The 4-wheel double wishbone suspension features symmetrical structure and friction dampers, and unitized sections facilitate ease of assembly and effective maintenance.

Photos and details of Mini 4WD Tamiya 18105 Grasshopper Jr VZ Chassis


The Grasshopper, which first made its debut as a 1/10 scale R/C kit in 1984, now appears as The Grasshopper Jr. in the Racing Mini 4WD Series on the VZ chassis to celebrate the 40th anniversary. Carried over from the 1/10 R/C kit, this kit has The Grasshopper’s slim form inspired by a 1-seater buggy and features a color scheme with green and red lines on a white base.

VZ Chassis
The VZ chassis is a compact and lightweight design that features reinforced designs for bumper, rear stay base and more ensuring that it has the durability and flexibility to withstand racing accidents. It is also a rather adaptable unit that lets its owner make numerous updates to the setup. Low friction 620 plastic bearings are molded in POM and maximize drive efficiency, while the chassis and A parts are molded in ABS. This chassis features a gear ratio of 3.5:1.

• Mini 4WD model assembly kit. Length: 158mm, width: 98mm, height: 45mm.
• The compact, lightweight VZ chassis and A parts are molded in black ABS plastic.
• The Grasshopper’s slim form is scaled down into a Mini 4WD body molded in white ABS plastic.
• White polypropylene wheels are paired with large-diameter slick black tires.
• Low-friction POM 620 plastic bearings (black) give smooth rotation.
• Includes a Type 130 motor. The model features a 4.2:1 gear ratio.
• Two AA batteries are required (sold separately).
• A wide range of Grade-Up Parts is available separately to customize your car.

Tamiya official release list October 2024

Scale Models
24045 1/24 Honda Ballad Sports Mugen CR-X PRO.

Mini 4WD
15534 Low friction small diameter low height tires (26mm) & carbon reinforced wheels (fins) (November)
18104 Cross Spear 02 (VZ chassis)
95674 Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary HG Carbon Front Stay (1.5mm/Silver) (November)
95675 Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary HG Carbon Rear Stay (1.5mm/Silver) (November)
95667 Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary Multi-Tape (15mm width, Black/Pink)
95668 Fully Cowled Mini 4WD Compact Bag (Black)
95676 1/32 Cyclone Magnum Polycarbonate Body Special (AR Chassis) – Fully Cowled Mini 4WD 30th Anniversary

Tools & Paints
74165 Mini 4WD Hexagonal Wrench Driver Bit

Crafts
70260 Universal Gear Box 2