First Tamiya XV-01 and TA05-VDFII chassis drawings

Thanks to Honza and Carol for sending.

Future Tamiya releases to be presented at 51st Shizuoka Hobby Show 2012 part two – Wild One, Suzuki Jimny Wheelie and many more

Re-releases with original item numbers:

15001 Hyper Mini Motor

18007 Super Dragon Jr. (Type 1 Chassis)

18008 Thunder Dragon Jr. (Type 1 Chassis)

18020 Saint Dragon Jr. (Type 3 Chassis)

18506 Avante JR. Black Special (Type 2 Chassis)

94143 Mini 4WD Styling Mesh (White)

New items:

15445 Large Low Height Tire & Wheel Set

15446 X/XX Large Low Height Tire & Wheel Set

15447 Tridagger XX Clear Body Set

16036 1/6 Yamaha Motocrosser YZ250

18072 Fire Dragon Premium (VS Chassis)

18073 Horizon Premium (Super II Chassis)

18075 Great Emperor Premium (Super II Chassis)

21121 1/48 Mitsubishi G4M1 Betty Type 11 (Yamamoto) (Finished Model)

21123 1/48 Mitsubishi A6M3 Model 22 Zero Fighter Tora 159 (Finished Model)

24323 1/24 Toyota 86

24324 1/24 Subaru BRZ

24325 Lexus LFA Clear Version

25152 1/35 Britsh SAS Command Car 1944 (w/2 Figures)

25153 1/35 Russian Commander Staff Car Set (w/4-Figures)

25154 1/35 WWII Reichswehr Officer/German Afrika Corps Tanker (2-Figures)

31712 1/700 CV5 Yorktown

32572 1/48 Matilda

35325 1/35 Sd.Kfz Elefant

42230 TRF Drive Shaft for W Cardan Joint (46-Size)

45054 ESC TEU-106BK

54361 M-06 Carbon Damper Stay (Front) for TRF Damper

54362 M-06 Carbon Damper Stay (Rear) for TRF Damper

54368 FF-03 Aluminum Counter Gear Shaft

54369 Aluminum Horn for High Torque Servo Saver (RM-01)

54370 TA06 IFS Aluminum Strut Tower Bar

54372 TA06 Direct Coupling (52T)

54373 TA06 Aluminum Rear Stiffener

54375 RM-01 Carbon Rear Bulk Plate

54376 XV-01 Separate Suspension Mount (XJ)

54377 XV-01 Separate Suspension Mount (XM)

54378 XV-01 Slipper Clutch Set

54379 XV-01 Aluminum Suspension Mount (XJ)

54385 DB01 Carbon Damper Stay (Front)

54386 DB01 Carbon Damper Stay (Rear)

54391 UGT Torque-Tuned Motor (24T)

54392 FL Tuned Motor (30T)

54393 380 Sports-Tuned Motor

54394 WR-02 Universal Shaft Set

54401 TA06 Balance Weight

54403 DB02 Aluminum Motor Mount

54404 DB02 Universal Propeller Shaft Set

54405 TRF201 Adapter for Aluminum Rear Upright

54407 DB02 Carbon battery Stiffener

57833 XB Street Rover

57838 XB Super Fighter GR (DT-02)

58525 Wild One Offroader

58528 Impreza 08 Arai (XV-01)

58530 Toyota 86 (TA06)

58531 Suzuki Jimny (SJ30) Wheelie (WR-02)

58535 Bullhead (2012)

58536 Super Fighter GR (Violet Racer)

61113 1/48 IL-2 Sturmovik

70206 3mm Plastic Clear H-Shaped Bar (5pcs)

70207 3mm Plastic Clear U-Shaped Bar (5pcs)

78027 1/350 IJN Heavy Cruiser Chikuma

78028 1/350 USN BB New Jersey

84291 XV-01 Titanium Screw Set

84295 TA05-VDFII Titanium Screw Set

84296 Drift Spec Suspension Set

84297 Cooling Pressure Plate

85087 TS-87 Titanium Gold

85088 TS-88 Titanium Silver

87137 Tamiya Extra Cement (for ABS)

89963 Modeler’s Side Cutter (Light Blue)

94876 Hyper Dash 2 Motor J-Cup Special

94878 FRP Wide Multi Roller Stay (Red)

94879 FRP Wide Rear Multi Roller Stay (Red)

94881 FRP Reinforcing Plate Set (Red)

94882 FRP Reinforcing Plate Set (Short) (Red)

94883 Super X/XX RF Rear Roller Stay (Red)

Future Tamiya releases to be presented at 51st Shizuoka Hobby Show 2012

List will be permanently updated

Updated 12.04.2012

RC Kits

Toyota GT-86 (TT-01E)

XV-01 PRO Chassis kit
Motor suspension features only enhance the covered some in the dirt to the chassis structure was sealed radio box that are friendly to dust resistance The rally chassis multi-purpose can accommodate the road and various other parking and off-road, the belt drive PRO Chassis Kit to realize is standard equipment Motor production item is sold separately spot OP TRF damper parts, such as strengthening and universal shaft driving belt stable by placing the front overhang.
Tamiya kit assembly XV-01 PRO Chassis Kit Electric RC 1/10 [tentative name] is a limited item.
Off-road and parking, a multi-purpose chassis rally appeared.
Adopted the suspension only increase the dust covered some excellent chassis structure, in the dirt.
Driven layout is put on the front overhang and weight of the motor is belt drive, run a certain sense of stability even realize.
The PRO chassis kit was equipped with a standard OP enhance TRF damper parts, such as a belt drive shaft universal and improved, the quality of the ride.
Finished in compact gear box while keeping the front motor split into upper and lower motor is adopted considering the maintainability of the gear.
OP was prepared as off-road parts to the road surface changes from moment to moment is essential, a slipper clutch also.
Radio box (chassis)
Dust-proof radio box that are friendly to the most anxious in the off-road riding.
Also equipped with four-wheel inner fender, each hatch is screwed.
The space is also equipped with ESC-like duct removable cover, we have also taken into account design and exhaust heat.
The battery is the battery access hatch chassis from the bottom.
As an internal structure with a packing cover, radio box and leads, in the hatch has also been completed at the connector connection.
Adopt a long steering tie rod steering proven in touring car.
Structure difficult to lock the discharge port is provided, such as pebbles at the bottom of the chassis.
Only type suitable for off-road riding with improved suspension arms also covered some also.
Rear suspension rear suspension geometry was adopted reversible.
Stroke in addition to securing a higher ride height in mind off-road riding, you can quickly adjust the toe angle as well as another body in the suspension mounts.
Part XV-01 PRO Chassis Kit as standard:
TRF damper
Universal 4-wheel shaft
Full Ball Bearings
Enhanced belt drive
Aluminum Turnbuckle (Blue)

RC F104 ver.II
F104 get adopted in the RM-01 chassis “link rear suspension pivot ball”, Rowadekki become a new shape by adopting setting in higher dimensions is now more possible suspension New is the integrated mechanical space 3mm thick carbon fiber,
Center also serves as a damper mount upper deck,
Motor standard equipment, tires, wing production This item is also sold separately spot OP and various other kinds of parts RM-01 aluminum rolling / pitching damper provides lightweight and rigidity by mounting plate made of carbon as well as body.

RC TA05-VDF2 (RC Limited)
2.5mm carbon lower deck was a bold new shape is without meat cutting,
aluminum motor mount configuration and design of the new design in pursuit of the upper frame is flexible, such as mosquito change significantly from VDF and single. Specifications belt drive system with 3 position to bring down the spar that was on the motor, you place the center ball diff belt before, after direct. Drive ratio is around 37T, 18T center
Short Ribasasu enhanced steering equipment, such as the TRF damper is possible Tire, wheel, motor items also sold separately Limited mosquito Ackermann grip by reclassification of the link specification.

Mitsubishi Pajero Metaltop Wide (RC Limited)
Mechanical four wheel drive and real body feeling, enjoy decorating ran appeared in 1993, assembled radio control electric cars that reproduces the Pajero Metal Top Wide Mitsubishi popular high as cross-country 4WD Konasu to Town youth from off-road kit. Equipped with a motor on the front midship, front gear, to transfer the power at the rear propeller shaft. Mechanical vehicle chassis configuration with plenty of mood is a charm. Suspension is equipped with superior driving performance oil dampers front and double wishbone rear suspension of 4-link rigid. The feeling of driving plus a tire or a wheel ABS resin body, including the full sense of scale further. Can be fitted LED headlights and fog lights on. You can also enjoy light lit and incorporate TLU-01 (sold separately).

Team Lotus Type 102B (F104W) (RC Limited)
★ appeared in the F104W Lotus Type 102B chassis is team fared better in F1 in 1991 with a Tamiya mark. ★ body, rear wing is made ​​of polycarbonate. Molded rear wing stay is realistic. ★ The F104 chassis and slim battery and the upright position, use the front suspension arm for the F103 chassis. ★ equipped with high-grip sponge tires. ※ radio use: export spec GT-I 2.4G (RC set for electric cars)

FF-03R Chassis Kit (RC Limited)
★ unique handling characteristics of front-wheel drive FF-03 was more polished chassis of charm, its driving. ★ newly designed gear case with a built-in Giyadefu. In addition, a dedicated battery plate made ​​of 2mm thick carbon is improved roll stiffness them have the role of the upper deck. ★ rich set of option parts such as aluminum suspension mounts and TRF Special Damper. ※ radio use: export spec GT-I 2.4G (RC set for electric cars)

XB Hornet by JUN WATANABE (RC Limited)
XB series appeared in Mr. Hornet ★ JUN WATANABE to oversee the design department has designed ZOZOTOWN. ★ An impressive body of coloring and markings painted. Choose a location that does not run in 2WD chassis simple. ★ RC mechanism, 2.4GHz there is no need of replacement crystal. Transmitter employs a grip and trigger even cover your hand size, easy to use.

RC Parts

4×4 Off-road Car Rubber Parts Set B
4×4 Off-road Car Rubber Parts Set A
DB02 Reinforced Joint Cup
RM-01 Rear Tread Spacer Set
RM-01 Up Light Shaft (For 1/8×5/16 inch Bearing)
06 Hard coat Alumi Pinion Gear (23T)
Fluoric Coat 5mm Alumi Short Boll Nut M2 (4pcs)
TRF 04 Hard coat Alumi Pinion Gear (30T)
TRF 04 Hard coat Alumi Pinion Gear (29T)
TRF 04 Hard coat Alumi Pinion Gear (28T)
TRF 04 Hard coat Alumi Pinion Gear (27T)
TRF 04 Hard coat Alumi Pinion Gear (26T)
TRF 04 Hard coat Alumi Pinion Gear (25T)
TRF 04 Hard coat Alumi Pinion Gear (24T)
RM-01 Carbon Lower Brace
RM-01 Carbon Lower Deck
RS-540 Torque-Tuned Motor
FF-03RTitanium Bis Set (RC Limited)

Mini 4WD

Avante Jr. (Mini 4WD)
Vanquish Clear Special (Polycarbonate Body/VS Chassis) (Mini 4WD)
Saint Dragon Premium (VS Chassis) (Mini 4WD)
Mini 4WD REV Series Aero Avante (AR Chassis)

Celebrating 50 Years of Tamiya Military Models

Celebrating 50 Years of Tamiya Military Models!

Tamiya’s first plastic tank model, the Panther Tank, was released in 1962 and therefore this year marks the 50th anniversary of Tamiya’s military model products. During the course of these 50 years, Tamiya has released over 600 tanks and other military models in a wide variety of scales. These include the international standard 1/35 scale pioneered by the Panther Tank as well as the 1/48 scale, 1/25 scale, and of course the 1/16 scale of Tamiya’s famous R/C tanks. Thanks to the generous support of fans around the world, military models have evolved through half a century to become an indispensable hobby genre.

Much of the appeal of military models lies in the episodes and history behind the actual subjects of the models. A detailed investigation which includes visiting museums around the world to research existing vehicles and collecting information from various references and experts is essential for development of the model. In this way, the model that is created becomes the door into this historical world. Through the act of reading the instruction manual, assembling the parts, painting the model, and formulating a diorama, one can cross the boundaries of time and visualize scenes from far away lands. In this way, a Tamiya military model can almost be considered as a piece of history itself.

Panther Tank

 Package

The history of Tamiya’s military models is also a history of Tamiya as a company. The 1/35 Scale Tank Series was created in the 1960s, when a fledgling Tamiya was switching from producing wooden models to producing plastic models. From these early motorized models, the hobby expanded into the enjoyment of creating displays and dioramas with the 1/35 Scale Military Miniature Series in the late-1960s and 1970s. The late-1970s saw the birth of the radio control hobby genre and the creation of the 1/16 Scale R/C Tank Series. Through the incorporation of the latest technologies and ideas, Tamiya has constantly endeavored to raise the potential of plastic models. Half a century later, Tamiya’s line-up is still expanding and you can look forward to many more additions to this military history museum.

What is Your Favorite Tamiya Military Model?

One of the projects to commemorate this 50th anniversary is a survey in which we ask fans from around the world to name their favorite Tamiya military model, as well as name a military model which they would recommend to others. It could be the model which kicked off your modeling career, the first model that you bought with your pocket money, a model with which you won a contest, or a model which you are so fond of that you have built it multiple times. There are as many different reasons and memories as there are people, and Tamiya would love to hear your story!

Please go to the button at the bottom of the page to proceed to the survey form.

You may choose from any military model product that Tamiya has released in the past or is releasing currently.

(※Except for wooden models)

Choose one model product each as your “Favorite Product” and “Recommended Product” and include the reason(s) you have chosen them.

(※1 product each per submission)

Model products which have received a significant number of votes will be announced on Tamiya’s homepage and displayed at Tamiya events together with selected comments.

(※Not all comments will be selected for display.)

Survey Submission Period: March 30th to April 30th, 2012 (Japan Time)

Result Announcement (Planned):

May 17th, 2012 (via Tamiya’s homepage and at Tamiya’s booth during the Shizuoka Hobby Show)

Prize Drawing (Japan Only)

10 people will be chosen by lottery from among the submissions to receive a prize – the new 1/35 Scale Military Miniature Series product which will be displayed at this year’s Shizuoka Hobby Show (May 17th-20th).

※A list of new item announcements at this year’s Shizuoka Hobby Show will be posted on Tamiya’s homepage in mid-April.

※Prize-drawing is only for fans within Japan.

Choose From Over 600 Military Models

You may choose any of the military model products which Tamiya has produced to date. This includes static model kits such as AFVs, soft skin vehicles, figure sets, and accessories as well as R/C models. Which will you choose to be your favorite?

※Please refer to resources such as Tamiya’s homepage.

※Note that some series/products may not be listed on Tamiya’s homepage.

Notes Regarding Survey Submission

・Each submission may only name 1 Favorite and 1 Recommended Product.

・Your name (a screen name is acceptable), information regarding the product you have chosen (Item Number, Product Series, Product Name), and e-mail address are required.

※If you do not know the Item Number, please leave it blank and provide detailed Product Series/Product Name information.

※Age, Sex, and Shizuoka Hobby Show attendance fields are optional.

・Your comment may be chosen for display on Tamiya’s homepage and/or at Tamiya events (Your name will not be publicized).

・Winners of the prize-drawing will be announced when the prizes have been shipped.

・Only winners of the prize drawing will be contacted. Aside from the automated submission confirmation e-mail, other customers will not be notified.

・The submission form is optimized for personal computers. There may be cases where submissions via cellular phone/smart phone cannot be processed.

Item Number (Homepage)

Item Number (Package)

Proceed to Survey Form

30 Years Tamiya Mini 4WD Anniversary

“Four wheel drive mini” world’s smallest motor sports. Memorial Year of Release: 2012 30th anniversary, we will start planning a variety of memorial. 30th anniversary slogan is “Let’s do it again Get Back on the Track!!”. Adults also played once in four wheel drive mini, but also parent-child rice feelings, that we would like you to experience the “fun play to devise to make” mini 4WD, and children. Four wheel drive mini has evolved with the times that appeared in 1982, 30 years ago from the “Ford Ranger 4 × 4” is released the vehicle of at least about 420-total, record of more than 100 million sales. We have about 440 or more species also appeared grade up parts for the performance of the machine up. Experience as a hobby anyone can enjoy over the generations, we will continue to evolve further in the future.