Updated Shizuoka Hobby Show 2013 list with more new items and images
RC
42252 1/10 TRF101 Chassis Kit
42253 1/10 TRF201 XR aluminum lower deck set (long wheelbase specification)
45058 Tamiya Brushless Motor 01 16T · ESC 02S with sensor set
45059 Fine spec 2.4G Radio set (with brushless ESC TBLE-02S)
45060 Fine spec 2.4G RC electric drive set (blue red white)
45061 XTSU-04 analog servo (drip-proof type)
57855 1/10 XB Ferrari 458 Challenge (TT-02)
57856 1/10 XB SUBARU BRZ (TT-01D TYPE-E) Drift Spec
57861 1/12 XB Lunch Box Blue Style (CW-01)
57862 1/10 XB Suzuki Jimny (SJ30) Willy Blue Style (WR-02)
58549 1/10 4 × 4 Monster Truck Agrios (TXT-2)
58560 1/10 Ferrari 458 Challenge (TT-02)
58563 1/10 Ferrari 458 Challenge (TA06)
58564 1/10 Toyota Land Cruiser 40 Black Special painted body (CC-01)
58565 1/10 SUBARU BRZ (TT-01D TYPE-E) Drift Spec
58566 1/10 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 (TT-02)
58567 1/10 SUBARU XV (TT-02)
58568 1/10 Neo Scorcher (TT-02B)
58569 1/10 Lancia Delta Integrale (XV-01)
58570 1/10 Lancia Delta Integrale (TT-02)
58572 1/10 RC VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE (M-06)
58575 1/12 Lunch Box Blue Style (CW-01)
58576 1/10 Suzuki Jimny (SJ30) Willy Blue Style (WR-02)
58577 1/10 Nova Fox
58579 1/10 RC LANDFREEDER (CC-01)
84352 1/10 TA06 MS Chassis Kit
84359 1/10 M-05 PRO CHASSIS (PLATED)
Static
14125 1/12 Honda NS500 ’84
14126 1/12 Honda NSR500 ’84 full view
14127 1/12 Full view Honda RC166 GP racer
14128 1/12 Full view Yamaha YZR-M1 ’09 Fiat Yamaha team
16037 1/6 Harley-Davidson FLH Classic Black version
16038 1/6 Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Police type
16039 1/6 Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide
21130 1/20 Red Bull Racing Renault RB6 # 6 (finished product)
21131 1/20 Red Bull Racing Renault RB6 # 5 (finished product)
24330 1/24 Full view Porsche Carrera GT
24331 1/24 Full view Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
24332 1/24 Toyota Hiace Quick Delivery (Tamiya specification)
26552 1/48 Soviet Heavy Tank JS-2 1944 model year ChKZ (finished product)
26554 1/48 German Panzer II (French Campaign) (finished product)
30607 1/25 German Army tank destroyer Rommel
30612 1/25 German Panther tank A
30614 1/25 British Centurion Tank Mk.III (display)
31911 1/700 U.S. Navy Destroyer DD412 Hamuman
35329 1/35 JGSDF Tank 10
35331 1/35 Japanese Army tank gun set (doll body with 6)
37013 1/35 U.S. M109 self-propelled artillery “Vietnam War”
39291 1/35 Italeri M110A2 203 mm self-Propelled howitzer
39291 1/72 Italeri Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk “Night Raid”
60324 1/32 Vought F4U-1 Corsair “Bird Cage”
89569 1/25 Soviet medium tank T-34 TYPE85
89733 1/300 Imperial Japanese Navy destroyer former type snow wind underwater motorized
89734 1/300 Imperial Japanese Navy shell type destroyer underwater motorized
89735 1/35 U.S. Navy PBR31 Mk.II Piba underwater motorized
89736 1/35 U.S. amphibious assault chariots AAVP7A1 underwater motorized
Kids
15461 19mm Puraringu with aluminum roller bearing (5-spoke)
15462 Carbon reinforced gear G13 · 8T pinion set
15463 Mini 4WD Multi-drive tape (10mm width Blue)
15464 19mm all aluminum roller bearing set
18635 Blast Arrow
70210 Wheel Walker tool set
89913 Underwater motor (Clear Blue)
94943 Super Hard large diameter barrel tire (black)
94944 Aero Avante Red Special
94950 HG Carbon Front stay (1.5mm) mini full cowl type four wheel drive
94951 Avante Mk.III Nero Clear Violet Special
94956 19mm aluminum roller bearings J-CUP 2013 (Orange)
94963 HG AR chassis carbon wide front stay (2mm red lame)
94964 HG AR chassis Carbon Rear stay wide (2mm red lame)
94965 Hyper Dash 2 Motor J-CUP 2013 Special
94966 Two-stage lightweight aluminum roller set (9-8mm)
94967 Aero Thunder Shot Japan Cup 2013 Limited
94973 Mini 4WD Portable pit J-CUP 2013
94974 Oval Home Circuit “solid lane change” (with Victory Magnum & Proto Saber JB Special Kit)
Paint & Tools
74104 Basic file set (Fine double cut)
74110 stands loupe PRO (1.8-fold multi-coated lens with)
74111 Cutter II
74546 air brush for triple joint
74547 air brush for air hose (1.5m for Revo II)
76666 Master 50ml of whip (milk)
76667 Master of 50ml whip (chocolate)
76668 Master of 50ml whip (strawberry)
76669 Master 50ml of whip (custard)
85090 TS-90 Brown (JGSDF) [tentative name]
85091 TS-91 dark green (GSDF) [tentative name]
87147 Tamiya polishing sponge sheet (400)
87148 Tamiya polishing sponge sheet (600)
87149 Tamiya polishing sponge sheet (1000)
87150 Tamiya polishing sponge sheet (1500)
89968 Modelers Nipper a (fluorescent orange)
89969 Tamiya Weathering Master (WWII U.S. Navy machines)
Limited Sale Products
1/350 Royal Navy battleship Prince of Wales Etched Parts Set
Light craft LED Hand Loupe
1/35 Iraqi tanks T-55 Enigma Etched Parts Set (ABER)
1/35 German Heavy Tank Destroyer Elephant Etched Parts Set (ABER)
1/24 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Etched Parts Set (ABER)
Springer brush (Kolinsky) 10/0, 5/0, 4/0, 3/0, 2/0
Pink Mini 4WD Wheel & tire set low height (5-spoke)
Mini 4WD setting board (MA / AR Clear Blue)
Large diameter narrow lightweight wheels (copper plating)
Large-diameter low height tire wheel (red plating)
Aero Thunder shot body parts (Deep Black plating)
Abekawa have Tamiya package (2013 Shizuoka Hobby Show)
Shokakora ( milk) (bitter)
Coffee (adzuki bean)
CAN BREAD Tamiya Campan
Tamiya canned chicken (sauce taste)
Pre-Sale Goods
Aero Avante Red special
Avante Mk.III Nero Clear Violet special
HG Carbon front stay type four wheel drive (1.5mm) full cowl mini
19mm Puraringu with aluminum roller bearing (5-spoke)
GP.462 carbon reinforced gear G13 · 8T pinion set
Super hard large diameter barrel tire (Black)
Mini 4WD 2013 portable pit J-CUP
1/25 German Panther Tank A
Please note that all information is tentative until officially confirmed from Tamiya, INC. and no responsibility is taken for the correctness of this information.
More future Tamiya releases to be presented at 52nd Shizuoka Hobby Show 2013
Pictures of future Tamiya RC parts to be presented at 52nd Shizuoka Hobby Show 2013
Descriptions here
Please note that all information is tentative until officially confirmed from Tamiya, INC. and no responsibility is taken for the correctness of this information.
Drawings and photos of future Tamiya RC releases to be presented at 52nd Shizuoka Hobby Show 2013
1/10 RC 58577 Nova Fox
1/10 RC 58569 Lancia Delta Integrale (XV-01)
1/10 RC 58575 Lunch Box Blue Style (CW-01)
54504 Big Bore Damper (Front 2pcs.) for Buggy
54505 Big Bore Damper (Rear 2pcs.) for Buggy
54506 Spring Set (4WD Front) for Big Bore Damper
54507 Spring Set (2WD Front) for Big Bore Damper
54508 Spring Set (2WD/4WD Rear) for Big Bore Damper
42253 TRF201 Chassis Conversion Set
Please note that all information is tentative until officially confirmed from Tamiya, INC. and no responsibility is taken for the correctness of this information.
More Future Releases – Tamiya Neo Scorcher and Nova Fox
22.04.2013 update: 3 RC kits added
18.04.2013 update: 2 RC kits added
17.04.2013 update: Some RC descriptions added
RC
58568 Neo Scorcher (TT-02B)
Beginner 4WD RC Off-Road Buggy! New design “TT-02B chassis” in form of “Neo Scorcher”. Excellent running stability, TT-02B chassis of motor shaft drive 4WD is highly reliable. Frame bathtub type of low center of gravity and wide tread equipped with a flat tub for battery and RC mechanism. 4-wheel double wishbone suspension with oil dampers for excellent shock absorption. Flexibility on rough road surface, coupled with a high spike tire grip and high traction. Built-in front and rear differential gearboxes that promise smooth cornering. As a buggy it can be run on any place, recommended for RC beginners. Optional parts can provides a rich tune up.
58565 Subaru BRZ Drift Spec (TT-01D TYPE-E)
58566 TT-02-Benz SLS GT3 AMG
58567 TT-02 Subaru XV
58569 Lancia Delta Integrale (XV-01)
58570 TT-02 Lancia Delta Integrale
58575 Lunch Box Blue Style (CW-01)
Lunch Box plating shines in a refreshing blue! White Blue damper and chassis, wheels finished in blue plated body color. Lunch Box in “Blue Style” with dress-up stickers.
58576 Suzuki Jimny (SJ30) Wheelie Blue Style (WR-02)
Jimny Willy finished with a sporty image in blue color! Blue damper and frame, roll bar, plated wheel and white chassis. Jimny Willy in a refreshing “Blue Style” with dress-up stickers.
58577 Nova Fox
The driving force of 80s off-road buggy boom revives as “Nova Fox”! Racing 2WD Buggy that was released in 1985 will be finally resurrected. Durable ABS resin monocoque chassis with built-in RC mechanism in the frame. Sealed gearbox, 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension with rear drive dog-bones. One front, two rear CVA damper with sufficient travel. High drivability by front ribbed tires and rear oval blocks with gold plated wheels.
57861 XB Lunch Box Blue Style (CW-01)
57862 XB Suzuki Jimny (SJ30) Wheelie Blue Style (WR-02)
42254 TRF Aeration Damper for Touring Car
42247 TRF Gear Diff Putty
42250 TRF Maintenance Mat (1250x600mm)
42251 TRF Maintenance Mat S (950x600mm)
45059 Finespec 2.4G Propo Set (w/Brushless ESC TBLE-02S)
45060 Finespec 2.4G Electric Drive Set (Blue & Red & White)
51538 Lot Guide Set for Big Bore Damper
51539 Big Bore Damper Piston (phi 1.6×2) (4pcs.)
51540 Big Bore Damper Piston (phi 1.7×2) (4pcs.)
54493 CR-01 Plating Penta-gram Wheel (Offset+5) 2 pieces
54495 RM-01 Aluminum Servo Mount
54496 WR-02 Driver Figure Set (Whole Body)
54498 Carbon Mechanism Plate for TA06
54499 Protection Seal (Hard Type)
54500 TT-02 High Speed Gear Set (68T)
54501 TT-02 Aluminum Propeller Shaft
54502 TT-02 Aluminum Propeller Joint
54503 Aluminum Damper End Ball for Baugy (4pcs.)
54504 Big Bore Damper (Front 2pcs.) for Buggy
54505 Big Bore Damper (Rear 2pcs.) for Buggy
54506 Spring Set (4WD Front) for Big Bore Damper
54507 Spring Set (2WD Front) for Big Bore Damper
54508 Spring Set (2WD/4WD Rear) for Big Bore Damper
54509 Blank Piston for Big Bore Damper (4pcs.)
54510 Adjustable Aluminum Wing Stay
54511 Instant Glue for Rubber Tire (Low Viscosity Type) 25g
54512 Instant Glue Hardening Accelerator for Rubber Tire (Pen Type) 5g
54513 Dress Up Sticker (Sports Style)
84343 CW-01 Color Chassis (Red Style) (RC Limited)
84344 CW-01 Color Chassis (White Style) (RC Limited)
84345 CW-01 Part D (Under Guard) Red Style (RC Limited)
84346 CW-01 Part D (Under Guard) White Style (RC Limited)
84347 CW-01 C.V.A. Damper Short II (White Style) (RC Limited)
84348 WR-02 Part D (Color Chassis) Red Style (RC Limited)
84349 WR-02 Part D (Color Chassis) White Style (RC Limited)
84350 WR-02 Part F (Frame) Red Style (RC Limited)
84351 WR-02 C.V.A. Damper Mini II (White Style) (RC Limited)
84353 TRF101 Titanium Machine Screw Set (RC Limited)
Mini4WD
15463 Mini 4WD Multi-Tape (10mm/Blue)
94956 19mm Aluminum Ball Bearing Roller J-CUP 2013 (Orange) (Mini 4WD Limited Edition)
94963 HG AR Chassis Carbon Front Wide stay (2mm/Red Lame) (Mini 4WD Limited Edition)
94964 HG AR Chassis Carbon Rear Wide stay (2mm/Red Lame) (Mini 4WD Limited Edition)
94966 Light 2-stage Aluminum Roller Set (9-8mm) (Mini 4WD Limited Edition)
94973 Mini 4WD Portable Pit (Japan Cup 2013) (Mini 4WD Limited Edition)
94974 Oval Home Circuit Solid Lane Change Type (w/Victory Magnum & Proto-Saber JB Kit)
Please note that all lists are tentative till officially confirmed from Tamiya, INC. and no responsibility is taken for the correctness of this information.
Future Tamiya releases to be presented at 52nd Shizuoka Hobby Show 2013
RC
42252 TRF101 Chassis Kit (F1)
84352 TA06 Carbon Chassis Kit
45058 Tamiya Brushless Motor 01 16T & Brushless ESC 02 Set (Sensored)
51535 TRF417V5 Diff Joint (L･R)
51536 TRF417V5 Swing Shaft Cap
51537 6mm Snap Pins (15 Pcs.)
54483 Taper Lock Block Tires & 6-Spoke Wheels (CC-01) TEMPORARY DESCRIPTION
54484 Tire Lock Block & 2 Piece Mesh Wheel (CC-01) TEMPORARY DESCRIPTION
54487 TRF201 Reinforced B-Parts (Motor Cover)
54488 TRF201 Large Rear Axle washer (2 Pcs.) TEMPORARY DESCRIPTION
54489 Low Friction 5mm Adjuster (Short, 8 Pcs.) TEMPORARY DESCRIPTION
Static
60324 1/32 F4U-1 Corsair “Bird Cage”
Mini4WD
18635 Mini 4WD Blast Arrow (MA Chassis)
94957 Avante Mk.III Azure Black Body Set
94958 Large Dia. 1-Way Wheel Set (For Super X & XX Chassis, Fluorescent Green)
Tools & Paints
65528 Tamiya News No. 528
67057 Earphone Jack Accessory (Tamiya T-Shirt)
74546 Airbrush Manifold (3 Ports)
74547 Air Hose (1.5m/For HG Air Compressor Revo II)
76666 Dessert Topping Master (Milk/50ml)
76667 Dessert Topping Master (Chocolate/50ml)
76668 Dessert Topping Master (Strawberry/50ml)
76669 Dessert Topping Master (Custard/50ml)
Will be updated as soon as we have more news
Tamiya Holiday Factory Desert RC Challenge
After the BBQ & RC meeting now fun in the sand, RC doesn’t always need to be racing and serious but can be in other ways so fun too.
Source: Tamiya, INC.
Tamiya Logo History
Earliest logo (1953-1960)
With the shape of the earth at an era of Tamiya was making only wooden models only. TMK are the Japanese initials of Tamiya Models Material.
Two types have been identified, one that had been simplified.
Old logo (1960-1966)
The brother of Shunsaku Tamiya, being supervisor of the design office, created a new design for the launch of Battleship Yamato, Tamiya’s first plastic model.
Twin stars, the left one in blue, the right in bright yellow. The early ones have on the left a globe mark towards the blue star. Overall shape of the curve is drawn with a red band on the black vertical bar on the left to shape a “P” as acronym for plastic model. It was written “TAMIYA MOKEI” in English, which was effective at the time of overseas export, although the meaning of “MOKEI” was unknown to most there.
Midterm logo (1965-1968)
Mainly printed on Tamiya slot cars and embodied the three letters of Tamiya in katakana, being rather cryptic it was only used for few kits and years.
New logo (1966 to present)
A popular symbol of the model world (star), this red and blue star twin star illustration is simple and precise with white background.
Red is for creativity and passion, blue for youth and sincerity.
Great design that does not feel at all almost 50 years old!
Tamiya History
It all started in 1946, when Mr. Yoshio Tamiya, the founder, opened a saw mill and lumber business in Shizuoka. Tamiya ventured into modeling in 1948, with a scale wooden ship model kit. Since then, Tamiya has continued to grow, producing models known as “First in Quality Around the World”.
1946
May: A sawmill/lumber company is founded in Oshika, Shizuoka-City, Japan and named Tamiya Shoji & Co.
1948
Apr: A wooden model department is organized within the lumber company.
1953
Jun: Sawmill is closed, and Tamiya becomes a specialized wooden model kit maker.
1955
May: Tamiya releases a wooden motorized tank, whick becomes immensely popular.
1956
Mar: A boom in wooden ship models allows Tamiya to become widely known.
1960
May: Tamiya begins producing plastic model kits, with 1/800 Scale Battleship Yamato.
1961
Dec: Tamiya releases the first 1/35 scale motorized tank, Panther.
1962
Dec: The Tamiya Plastic Kogyo Co. is founded as a plastic molding company with a capital of 4 million yen.
1963
Jan: Tamiya introduces the following categories: 1/21 Scale Deluxe Tank Series with M4 Sherman, 1/50 Scale Japanese Aircraft Series with Type 52 Zero Fighter, 1/72 Scale Aircraft with Type 32 Zero Fighter.
1965
Mar: Tamiya goes into slot-car production with the release of 1/24 scale Jaguar D type
1966
May: Tamiya ventures outside of Japan by exporting to countries abroad, such as the U.S.A., Australia, Europe and South East Asia.
Dec: The 1/25 Scale Military Tank Series is introduced with the German Panther tank.
1967
Jan: The first issue of Tamiya News is published.
Aug: The first issue of Tamiya Junior News is published.
Oct: The 1/12 Big Scale Series is introduced with the Honda F-1 racer (RA273).
1968
Jan: Tamiya participates in the German Nuremberg Toy Fair for the first time.
Apr: The Tamiya Plastic Kogyo Co. builds a new factory. Capital increase to 10 million yen.
Jul: The 1/35 Scale Military Miniature Series is introduced with a WW2 German Army Tank Crew.
Dec: The 1/100 Scale Mini-Jet Series starts with the Mig-19.
1969
Aug: The Tamiya Plastic Kogyo Co. is renamed the Tamiya Plastic Model Co., and capital increased to 14 million yen.
Dec: 1/18 Scale “Challenge” Series is introduced with the Porsche 910.
1970
Jan: Tamiya organizes their first photo album contest.
Dec: 1/6 Big Scale Motorcycle Series is started with the Honda CB750.
1974
May: 27 European agents gather in Shizuoka for the first Tamiya agent meeting.
Nov: Tamiya releases their first R/C model, M4 Sherman tank.
1976
Nov: Yoshio Tamiya is awarded The Fifth Order Of The Sacred Treasure, by the Japanese Government, for his commitment to the industry.
Nov: Tamiya releases the 1/12 R/C Porsche 934 Turbo that triggers the R/C car boom.
1977
Apr: The 1/24 Scale Sports Car Series is started with the Porsche 935.
Apr: The 1/20 Scale GP collection is started with the Tyrrell P34.
Nov: A shipping facility is completed next to the production factory. Tamiya’s first R/C Racing Circuit is completed.
1978
Jul: 1/350 Scale Ship Series is started with the German Battleship, Bismark.
Oct: A new Tamiya Circuit is completed near the production factory. Tamiya Plastic Co. Ltd. is founded.
1979
Feb: Tamiya releases 1/100 Scale Space Shuttle Orbitor.
Dec: Begins construction for headquarters office.
1980
Jan: Tamiya News becomes a monthly issue.
Dec: Finishes the 6 story headquarters building.
1981
Mar: Celebration for completion of the new headquarters office.
May: 72 Tamiya agents gather in Shizuoka for a meeting and celebration of the new headquarters.
Jul: 1/12 Scale Motorcycle Series is introduced with the Yamaha YZR500.
1983
Jan: The production facilities are automated and expanded for better productivity.
Mar: Tamiya Shoji & Co. completes a 3 story warehouse and paint storehouse.
1984
Feb: Tamiya releases the Sound Activated Temple with great success.
Mar: Tamiya Shoji & Co. establishes Tamiya, Inc. with a capital of 50 million yen.
Oct: Tamiya sponsors a televised R/C car racing program that stimulates the market. R/C off-road cars become big sellers.
1985
Mar: The first issue of Tamiya Model Magazine International is published.
Nov: Tamiya Plastic Co. Ltd., completes its own injection molding factory.
1986
Mar: 1/32 Scale Mini 4WD Racing Series is started with the Hotshot Jr.
Oct: The 1/24 Scale R/C Tamtech Series is introduced with the Porsche 962C.
1987
Oct: Begins the expension of the headquarters facilities. Tamiya News clebrates its 200th issue.
Nov: More than 10 million 1/32 Scale Mini 4WDs sold.
1988
May: 1/14 Scale QD (Quick Drive) Series is introduced with the Thunder Shot QD.
Jul-Aug: The first Mini 4WD Racing Japan Cup is held at 16 locations around Japan.
Dec: Tamiya sponsors a private team “ACP” to compete in the 11th Paris-Dakar Rally.
1989
Jan: More than 23 millions Mini 4WDs sold.
Apr: The 8 story east wing addition to the headquarters building is completed.
May: Tamiya America, Inc. is established in California, U.S.A.
Jun: Tamiya Europe GmbH. is established in Neuss, West Germany.
Dec: More than 44 million Mini 4WDs sold.
Dec: Tamiya again sponsors a private team “ACP” to compete in the 12th Paris-Dakar Rally.
1990
Feb: Tamiya, Inc. completes its Abe factory.
Apr: Tamiya, Inc. completes its second shipping facility, a 5,317m2 in Oshika, Shizuoka.
Jul: Monetary Donation to Tank Museum Bovington England. New hall named “Tamiya Hall”.
Jul: Sales of Mini 4WD exceeds 50 million kits.
Sep: 1/24 Scale Sports Car Series reaches 100 cars with the Honda NSX.
1991
Mar: Tamiya becomes a sponsor for Team Lotus’ 1991 F-1 Grand Prix Season.
Apr: 1/35 Military Miniature Series reaches 150 items with the creation of U.S.Navy PBR 31 Mk.II “Pibber”.
May: First solar powered item, Solar Car Assembly kit is released, starting the Solar Mechanics Series.
Oct: Tamiya ties exclusive contract with McLaren International for replication of F-1 cars.
Nov: 1/28 Mini F-1 Series is started with Lotus 102B.
Nov: 1/10, 1/12 Radio Con-trol Car Series reaches 100 cars with the release of “Top Force”.
1992
Jan: Tamiya Model Magazine International becomes bi-monthly.
Feb: As the year before, Tamiya sponsors Team Lotus’ F-1 season for 1992.
May: R/C racers from 12 countries across Eu-rope gather for the Tamiya Euro Cup R/C Cham-pionships.
Jun: The die-cast Lotus 102B is released as the first model in the 1/20 Collectors Club.
Jun: Headquarters for Tamiya America is founded, a 6,800m2, two story complex in Aliso Viejo, Ca-lifornia.
Sep: “Solar Eagle”, the first solar battery powered R/C car is released.
Sep: The All Japan R/C Championships is held, using only Tamiya cars. Qualification races are held around the country, and winners are invited to Shizuoka to determine the best R/C driver in the country.
1993
Jan: It is decided that Tamiya sponsorship of Team Lotus’ F-1 season will continue through 1993.
Jun: 1/32 Super Mini 4WD is kicked off with “Liberty Emperor”.
Jul: 1/14 Scale R/C Tractor Trucks Series is started with “King Hauler”.
Jul: The Dinosaur Diorama Series is started with the first set, “Chasmosaurus”.
Sep: “Yamaha Round the World” starts the R/C Yacht Series.
Oct: The R/C Glow-Engine Car Series is strated with the TR-15T.
1994
Mar: 1/12 Scale Master’s Coachwork Series is started with the Caterham Super Seven BDR.
Jul: 1/32 Fully Cowled Mini 4WD Series is started with “Magnum Saber”, which goes on sale at this year’s Japan Cup.
Sep: Tamiya Philippines is established.
1995
Mar: TamiyaCon, a U.S. national scale modeling contest sponsored by Tamiya America is inaugurated.
May: Tamiya Philippines production facility is established on Cebu Island, Philippines.
Aug: Radio Controlled gli-der, “Peak Spirit RU”, is released and the R/C Aviation Series is started
Dec: Total Sales of Mini 4WD exceeds 100 million units.
Dec: The 1/12 Scale Collector’s Club Special Series is started with the release of the die-cast Honda F-1 RA272.
1996
May: Kakegawa Circuit, a 320m race track for R/C cars is opened in Kakegawa City, Shizuoka. As well as being open for public use, it serves as a testing ground for development of new R/C cars.
May: Winning modelers from American scale modeling contest “TamiyaCon”, are invited to the Shizuoka Hobby Show to display their creations at a modeling club exhibition.
Jul: Popularity of Fully Cowled Mini 4WD explodes. Over 300,000 people in 15 venues across Japan take part in Mini 4WD Japan Cup.
Jul: “Spin Cobra” starts 1/32 Scale Real Mini 4WD Series.
Nov: United States (TCS) and European R/C Championships (Euro Cup) are held, and winning drivers are invited to Japan to participate in the World R/C Championships.
Dec: 1/43 Scale Collector’s Club-Mini, which features metal die-cast models, is started with the Kure Nismo GTR.
1997
Apr: Tamiya establishes scholarship for students of San Carlos University, Philippines.
Sep: Tamiya Philippines production facility receives ISO9002 certification.
Oct: 1/10 Scale R/C Boy’s 4WD Racer Series starts off with release of “Voltec Figther”, which comes complete with R/C system and battery.
1998
Feb: The 1/32 Scale Aero-Mini 4WD Series is started with “Max Breaker”.
May: Additional production plant (8,000m2) is added to existing Tamiya Philippines facility, further improving production capability.
May: 1/32 Scale Mighty Mini 4WD Series is started with “Dyna Hawk”.
Nov: Tamiya R/C World Championships adds the Asian R/C Championships to the Japanese, American and European events, expanding the challenge of R/C driving to an international level.
1999
Oct: Subaru Impreza WRC ’99 marks the debut of the new QD (Quick Drive) Sports Series, which features pre-assembled 1/10 scale R/C cars for entry level users.
Nov: For the first time, Australian drivers attend R/C World Championships, which this year is held concurrently with “Tamiya Fair in Shizuoka” hobby exhibition.
2000
May: Fully operational 1/16 R/C Tiger I, which sets a new standard of sophistication in R/C tanking world, is revealed at the Shizuoka Hobby Show.
May: “Flash-Trigger”, first car of the 3-D track racing, Dangun Racers Series, is also introduced at the same show.
Sep: XB (Expert Built) Series, which features R/C built-up and ready to run versions of existing Tamiya chassis, is inaugurated with the 1/10 Scale Mitsubishi Pajero.
Source: Tamiya, INC.