Detailed look into Tamiya 24364 1/24 GMA T.50 (Gordon Murray Automotive Type 50)

The GMA T.50 or Gordon Murray Automotive Type 50 is a sports car manufactured by Gordon Murray Automotive. Designed by Gordon Murray and inspired by the McLaren F1, the T.50 is powered by an all-new bespoke 3,994 cc (4.0 L) naturally aspirated V12 engine developed by Cosworth. Gordon Murray designed the McLaren F1 and Brabham BT46B, and the GMA T.50 is named for his 50-year career and his 50th design.
Tamiya has faithfully captured the GMA T.50 in every detail! It comes in 1/24 scale and is sure to attract car enthusiast aficionados and modelers alike around the world!

• 1/24 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 181mm, width: 77.1mm, height: 48.5mm (68.5mm when opening the hood).
• The V12 engine is faithfully recreated.
• A large fan at rear has realistic depictions of internal ducts to show the air flow of actual car.
• Open or closed gullwing engine hood can be chosen even after assembly. (Driver and passenger doors cannot be opened.)
• Photo-etched parts are included to depict the mesh sections of rear bumpers and are attached without using instant cement.
• The body is composed of a single, upper monocoque part onto which transparent window parts are attached individually without using cement.
• Black window frame sections are integrated with a single, upper monocoque part, which eliminates the need for masking and painting of window parts.
• Newly designed wheels are paired with treaded tires.
• Includes decals and metal transfers.

Source of video: Andy’s Hobby Headquarters

Tamiya Wild One MAX Launch Edition

The highly anticipated Tamiya Wild One MAX will be publicly unveiled this Summer, starting with a limited-run Launch Edition.

Based on the original Tamiya Wild One (58050) radio-controlled car – first released in 1985 – the Tamiya Wild One MAX Launch Edition will be relaunched as a full-scale vehicle and limited to 100 examples before other versions are released.

Developments and updates to the Wild One MAX Launch Edition

Whilst the project has taken longer than expected due to industry-wide supply delays, The Little Car Company took the time to listen to feedback from deposit holders. They spoke to the community throughout the design and development process and made upgrades based on their input, resulting in higher performance, and greater usability.

The high specification Tamiya Wild One MAX Launch Edition features Cobra bucket seats with 4-point harnesses, an IP-rated 5” digital screen with marine specification switches, Brembo disc brakes all round, and Bilstein dampers coupled with Eibach springs. The car runs on 14” Maxxis off-road tyres at the front and rear.

Small adjustments have been made to the original R/C car design for added safety and comfort. Inside, the cockpit has been made wider to accommodate two occupants in comfort, which was a consistent wish-list item when speaking with deposit holders.

The front suspension turrets have been smoothed, allowing for improved visibility and pedestrian safety, and the front suspension has been upgraded from a ‘trailing arm’ design to double wishbone. Ongoing development has now seen the car grow in size from 3.5m long (137.8”) and 1.8m (70.8”) wide, to 3.6m long (141.7”) and 1.9m wide (74.8”).

For off-road enthusiasts, ground clearance on the Wild One MAX Launch Edition is 270mm, the approach angle is 34.1 degrees, the breakover angle is 28.4 degrees, and the departure angle is 50.8 degrees. The Little Car Company has also developed an optional windscreen and wiper mechanism to make the car more practical.

The Launch Edition will be powered by eight removable battery packs, with a total capacity of 14.4kWh and top speed of approximately 60 mph (96.5 km/h). Meanwhile, the kerb weight of the vehicle is expected to be approximately 500kg. Existing deposit holders were asked if they would be interested in a road legal option for the car, and unsurprisingly, 95% said yes. The Little Car Company have therefore developed the Launch Edition to come with a road legal pack in the UK and EU under L7e quadricycle regulations*.

Ben Hedley, CEO of The Little Car Company, said: “We are absolutely thrilled to be one step closer to revealing our Tamiya Wild One MAX Launch Edition. Whilst there have undoubtedly been a few hurdles along the way with industry-wide supply issues, our team have done a tremendous job of bringing an R/C car to life at full size , and I couldn’t be prouder of them.

“I want to thank all our Tamiya deposit holder community, who have provided us with some invaluable contributions and suggestions for how we can make the Wild One MAX the best possible vehicle. We have listened to every single one of them since the first unveiling and have taken their ideas on board. Their feedback has helped us develop a new type of vehicle which illustrates that electric cars can be fun, without having to rely on brain-scrambling acceleration. By simplifying the design and reducing weight, this car is a perfect example of not requiring 500 horsepower to make an enjoyable drivers’ car. We are incredibly excited to show you the finished car and can’t wait for everyone to experience it for themselves.”

Production of the Launch Edition will commence in early 2024 and cars will be delivered to customers fully built by The Little Car Company. Offering increased size, usability and performance, the Launch Edition will take the Wild One MAX to a whole new level. Other versions offering a variety in performance are scheduled to be available at a later stage of product development.

The Little Car Company are conducting performance and durability testing over the Spring and Summer, before the car is publicly unveiled in a few months’ time, with confirmed performance figures, range and pricing.

To place a deposit, or to sign up for exclusive updates, please visit: www.wildonemax.com

*L7e definition: Classification of four-wheeled heavy quadricycles designed to carry persons, with an unladen mass of no more than 450 kg (excluding batteries)

Source: The Little Car Company

Full details of 64445 Tamiya Catalog 2023 Scale Models Updated

This is an expanded version of Tamiya Catalog 2023, which contains a wide range of Tamiya’s rich lineup. “1/24 NISSAN Fairlady Z (RZ34)” and “1/48 Lockheed’s Martin F-35A Lightning II” are introduced in double-page spread photos. And, “1/24 GMA T.50”, “1/35 German Jagdpanzer IV / 70 (A)”, “1/72 Lockheed Martin F-35A”, which made the Shizuoka Hobby Show in May 2023 lively . Lightning II”, “1/12 Honda CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADE SP 30th Anniversary” and other hot products have been added to make it even more enjoyable to read. In addition, car models, motorcycle models, military models, and airplane models are posted with group shots of each genre so that you can see the difference in size depending on the scale at a glance. We also covered craft tools, paints, airbrushes, etc. that are indispensable for model making. Size 26 x 25.5 cm, total 97 pages.

: A group shot where you can compare 1/12, 1/20, and 1/24 scale car models. You can also feel the lineup full of variety.

: Popular 1/12 scale and 1/6 scale motorcycle models are available. Even with the same scale, the size at the time of completion, which varies greatly depending on the model, is obvious.

: Airplane models are available in 3 different scales. We have 1/48 scale that is both reproducible and easy to make, 1/72 scale that is easy to work on, and 1/32 scale that is the largest in both size and quality.

: In addition to the orthodox 1/35 scale military models, the compact 1/48 scale is also very popular. The 1/16 scale gives off a presence that everyone can admire.

: In addition to tanks, sports cars, ships, airplanes, motorcycles, and even dinosaurs, a wide range of lineups are condensed into one volume. There is no doubt that you will be thrilled with the variety of contents.

: On the Mini 4WD page, we introduce a wide variety of lineups at once, including the Estura, whose body is full of dynamism, and machines that were active in manga and anime.

: A craft series where you can learn while having fun with various mechanisms. In addition to the craft set that includes all the necessary parts, materials and parts that stimulate the inspiration of original crafts are also posted.

: Don’t miss the Space Shuttle Orbiter, which played a leading role in the era of space development, and the kits of Italeri, an Italian model maker with a unique lineup.

: Craft tools and make-up materials are indispensable for improving efficiency and creating a beautiful finish. Check out the new products added each year.

: A wide variety of Tamiya colors are posted with color samples. We also cover sprays for polycarbonate.

: Posted Tamiya color compatibility table . Based on lacquer paint, you can see acrylic paint and spray paint corresponding to each color at a glance.

: Compressors and air brushes carefully explain the characteristics of each model. It is convenient for consideration before purchase.

Official photos of the products on display in the Tamiya booth at the 61th Shizuoka Hobby Show

Museum tour at Tamiya Headquarters in Shizuoka Japan

Source: Andy’s Hobby Headquarters

Paisen RC (Satoshi Maezumi) visiting Tamiya Booth at the 61st Shizuoka Hobby Show 2023

Source: Paisen RC

First photo and details of Mini 4WD Tamiya 95647 Ray Spear Asia Challenge VZ Chassis 2023 Special

This is a special release kit that commemorates the 2023 Mini 4WD Asia Challenge, which takes place in Thailand for 2023. This kit incorporates a special color variation of Item 18099 Ray Spear (VZ) which has been a popular Mini 4WD assembly kit based on the VZ chassis. This kit also features dedicated stickers and new packaging that commemorates the event.

About the Ray Spear
The Ray Spear, a Mini 4WD racer with body designed by Japanese “Hyper Designer” Takayuki Yamazaki. The body features a thrusting design and is lightweight and compact, contributing to a low center of gravity for the car; it features a detachable canopy which reveals a jet fighter-type cockpit interior. Like the body, the VZ chassis is a lightweight and compact design.

• Mini 4WD model assembly kit. Length: 158mm, width: 98mm, height: 40mm.
• The ABS plastic body is molded in Smoke and paired with the compact and lightweight VZ chassis molded in black, plus other parts molded in fluorescent yellow.
• 5 spoke-wheels molded in black are paired with black super hard small-diameter low-profile tires.
• It features detachable canopy parts.
• The model features a 3.5:1 gear ratio.
• Includes a Type 130 motor and dedicated stickers.
• Two AA batteries are required (sold separately).
• A wide range of Grade-Up Parts is available separately to customize your car.

Videos of the Tamiya booth at the Shizuoka Hobby Show 2023 and details of the new scale releases

Introducing the new product corner in the Tamiya booth at the 61st Shizuoka Hobby Show! (May 10, 2023, Twin Messe Shizuoka)

Tamiya 2023 Spring/Summer Release Scale Model New Product Introduction – Military Model Edition
00:32 1/35 German Jagdpanzer IV/70(A)
13:14 1/35 German Infantry Set (Late War)
23:16 1/35 JGSDF Type 16 Mobile Combat Vehicle C5 (Winch)

Tamiya 2023 Spring/Summer Release Scale Model New Product Introduction – Car & Motorcycle Model Edition
00:28 1/24 GMA T.50
13:42 1/20 Porsche 935 Martini
19:06 1/12 Honda CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADE SP 30th Anniversary
20:51 Tire coating agent