Tamiya official release list February 2026

Scale model
24376 1/24 1978 Ford Zakspeed Capri Turbo
35324 1/35 Iraqi Army Tank T-55 Enigma

RC Model
47358 High Capacity Damper for Top Force (2017) (Set of 4)

Mini 4WD
15549 HG carbon rear wide plate (2mm) (compatible with slide damper)

Guesses and Wishes for Tamiya 2026 Releases


Tamiya will be celebrating 2026 the 50th anniversary of their RC cars. Like at the previous changes of the year

a) which products do you think Tamiya could release this year (static, RC, Mini 4WD, anything else) and

b) which products would you personally like to be released (regardless of if their chances are realistic)?

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Honda RA272 Engine Sound Experience & After-Talk Show with Mr Miyagi Hikaru at the Tamiya Fair 2025



■ On Sunday, 16th November 2025, an engine start demonstration of the legendary machine, the Honda RA272, was held at the Tamiya Fair 2025 venue. The powerful ‘Honda Music’ produced by the 1.5-litre V12 engine drew enthusiastic applause from attendees.

■ Following the demonstration, a talk show was held featuring Mr Hikaru Miyagi, a former Honda works rider who now serves as a test rider and driver at the Honda Collection Hall. He shared insights and anecdotes based on his experience actually driving the RA272. Please see the footage above.

■ Cooperation
Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
https://www.honda.co.jp/
Honda Mobility Land Co., Ltd. Mobility Resort Motegi
https://www.mr-motegi.jp/

■ Related Information
Hikaru Miyagi Official Website
http://www.hikarun.net/
Honda Collection Hall
https://www.mr-motegi.jp/collection-hall/
Tamiya 1/20 Honda RA272 – 1965 Mexican Grand Prix Winner
https://www.tamiya.com/english/products/20043/index.html
Tamiya 1/12 Honda RA273 (with Etching Parts)
https://www.tamiya.com/english/products/12032/index.html
Tamiya Fair 2025
https://tamiyablog.com/2025/11/tamiya-fair-2025-photo-video-report/

Tamiya 64462 Catalog 2026 (Scale Model Edition)


This 2026 catalog features a wide range of products, including scale models, finished models, crafts, Mini 4WDs, and makeup materials, all accompanied by a wealth of photographs. Large-format photos of popular items, including the 1/24 Honda Prelude (BF1) , released simultaneously with the full-size model, and January’s new product, the 1/72 Grumman F-14D Tomcat, are featured. The book is also packed with useful information, including a Tamiya color compatibility chart at the end. This is a book that will have you looking forward to choosing your next project. The cover measures 260 x 255 mm, and there are a total of 93 pages.

Some future Tamiya (Re-) Releases to be shown at the upcoming Nuremberg Toy Fair 2026

RC Models
47519 1/10 R/C Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO (Orange Painted Body) (TT-02)
47525 1/10 R/C Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 EVO II 1991 (Black/Silver Painted Body) (TT-02)
47526 1/10 R/C 1978 Ford Zakspeed Capri Turbo (TT-02)
58449 1/10 R/C BMW M3 GT2 2009 (TT-01 TYPE-E)
58483 1/10 R/C Mini Cooper Rally 1994 (M-05)
58516 1/10 R/C BMW 318i STW (TT-01 TYPE-E)
58760 1/10 R/C BMW M3 Sport EVO Jägermeister 1992 (TT-02)
22096 GT-Tuned Motor II (25T)
22097 Lightly-Tuned Motor II (28T)
22098 Super Stock Motor VZ (23T)
22099 LT Torque-Tuned Motor (35T)
45071 Tamiya Brushless Electronic Speed Contoller TBLE-05SR (Sensored)

Static Models
14014 1/12 Honda RS1000 Endurance Racer
14037 1/12 Yamaha RZV500R
24039 1/24 Morris Mini Cooper 1275S Mk.I
24235 1/24 Austin Mini Cooper 1275S Mk.I
24130 1/24 Morris Mini Cooper Racing
24334 1/24 Porsche 934 Turbo RSR Vaillant
35113 1/35 German Sd.kfz.250/3 Greif
35140 1/35 U.S. M60A3 105mm Gun Tank
35328 1/35 Israeli Tank Tiran 5

Tamiya official release list January 2026

RC Model
56036 1/16 RC JGSDF Type 10 Tank, Fully Operational (with Radio Control)
58752 1/10 RC Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 EVO II 1991 (TT-02 Chassis)
58753 1/10 RC DB01 SR Chassis Kit
48219 1/35 RC German Panther G Late Model Tank (with dedicated transmitter)

Scale Model
24375 1/24 Mazda Savanna RX-7
32607 1/48 German Federal Army Main Battle Tank Leopard II A7V
35129 1/35 German Infantry Rest Set
60795 1/72 Grumman F-14D Tomcat

Mini 4WD
18663 Ryzan (ME chassis)
15548 HG Carbon Front Wide Plate (2mm) (Compatible with Slide Damper)

Farewell Ceremony for Chairman Shunsaku Tamiya held at Tamiya Headquarters

Farewell Ceremony for Tamiya Chairman and CEO Shunsaku Tamiya
Held on November 14th
Venue: Tamiya Headquarters

A farewell ceremony for Shunsaku Tamiya, who served for many years as Tamiya’s Chairman and President and Chairman of the Shizuoka Model Teaching Materials Cooperative, and who passed away in July at the age of 90, was held on November 14th at Tamiya’s headquarters in Shizuoka City. The event is open to those involved from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM today, and to the general public from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Tamiya Headquarters

In accordance with Tamiya’s wishes, no ceremony or other formalities were held, only floral tributes. At the top center of the altar was a portrait of Tamiya, sporting the smile of a model-making boy, and a specially designed pure white Twin Star. At the back of the altar, Tamiya President and CEO Nobuo Tamiya and other family members could also be seen.

Wreath offerings began just before 10 a.m., and several hundred people attended in the morning alone. The Tamiya History Museum, showroom, and live-action exhibition corner were also open to the public on the day, and materials related to Mr. Tamiya were also on display in the corridors and lobby area, allowing visitors to remember his achievements.

Tamiya History Museum

Lobby area

The special exhibition “The Work of Tamiya Models – Tracing the Footsteps of Shunsaku Tamiya,” which will be held at the Tamiya Fair at Twin Messe Shizuoka from the following day, the 15th, was also previewed for attendees. Panels introduced famous episodes from the book, and related models, molds, and actual vehicles were on display. At the exit of the exhibition, there was also a corner where people could leave messages of condolence to Tamiya, and countless post-it notes with comments were affixed around a photo of Tamiya.

Tamiya Model Works Exhibition ~ Tracing the Path of Shunsaku Tamiya

Chairman Tamiya was a leading figure in the hobby industry, a living legend, yet surprisingly affable, even those of us in the media who were new to the industry were happy to hang out. When I mentioned his health during our greetings, he would typically reply, “I can’t die yet (laughs). I have ambitions I can’t talk about yet.” When I asked him about new vehicles or aircraft that might be suitable for scale modeling, he said, “I want to go and cover them with a tape measure,” demonstrating his lifelong determination to remain active. His tireless enthusiasm and overflowing passion for models were unparalleled, making him truly a great figure in the model world. His recent passing brings a great sense of loss for those involved in the hobby industry. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for his many achievements and offer my sincere condolences.

Source in Japanese language: Hobby Watch

Tamiya Fair 2025 photo & video report


Exhibitions
Shunsaku Tamiya: Master Modeler Exhibition
Founded in 1946, Tamiya stands just before its 80th birthday. This special exhibition charts Tamiya’s growth from a wooden model maker into plastic models, radio control and Mini 4WD, and celebrates Shunsaku Tamiya’s life illustrated by episodes from his book Master Modeler: Creating the Tamiya Style and other fascinating materials.
*With the kind cooperation of Bungei Shunju.

Celebrating 60 years: the Honda F1™
This year marks 60 years since 1965, when Honda scored its maiden Grand Prix victory in Mexico, and to commemorate that magnificent achievement the RA272 and RA273 will be on display.
With the kind cooperation of 本田技研工業株式会社.

Model Exhibitions
See wonderful examples of modeling in the Shizuoka Plastic Model Club (a range of modeling clubs mainly from Shizuoka Prefecture) and Mokei Campus (university modeling clubs from across Japan) exhibitions.

MOKEI CAMPUS
This is an exhibition of models made by university students – come along and see what surprises the younger generation has in store, and get a glimpse of the future of plastic model culture!

Exhibition: the 54th Figure Remodeling Contest
You will be amazed at just how much detail people cram into these 5cm figures, which are repurposed not just as military subjects but also popular public figures.

Full-Size Vehicles on Display
Tamiya themed vehicles like the full-size Lunch Box van and the 1/1 scale Aero Avante (with special livery) are joined by vehicles from the Self Defense Force and other historically significant cars. A great place for a commemorative photo!

Races & Events
Tamiya R/C World Championships 2025 (North Hall)
Watch for free!
Champions from North America and Asia come to Shizuoka to take on the cream of Japanese R/C car drivers in the 2025 Tamiya World Championships!

R/C Tank Owners’ Meet (15th)
Get blown away by the realistic movement, lights and sounds of this big 1/16 scale radio control models! The special arena will plasy host to armor from classic WWII vehicles like the Tiger I, Sherman and JS-2 to the modern day Type 10, Leopard 2A6, M1A2 Abrams and more. From one-on-one battles to team melees, there will be plenty of action to enjoy!

Mini 4WD Races (South Hall)
Watch for free!
Saturday 15th: Mini 4WD Station Championship Race
Sunday 16th: Powered by FDK Mini 4WD World Challenge 2025
Come and see top-level Mini 4WD racing in the South Hall, with qualifiers in attendance from across Japan and beyond!

Hands-On Events
Workshops (paid experiences)
Making our products is one of the most important Tamiya experiences, and we offer you the chance to make Mini 4WD cars and even Decoration Series creations under the supervision of expert Tamiya staff.

Try!! Toyota RC School (16th)
This program introduces its participants to the exciting worlds of automotives and model making through the assembly of our Toyota GAZOO Racing WRT/GR YARIS Rally1 HYBRID (TT-02 Chassis) model. After assembly, the participants have a chance to test drive their models!

TAMIYA MAKER’S SQUARE
Through this scheme, Tamiya aims to publicize the beauty of monozukuri (making things) and contribute to the development of native manufacturing. Exhibiting companies will be showing Mini 4WD courses made using the techniques and technologies unique to them, and there will be plenty for the viewing public to admire!

Tamiya Fair 2025 report
New products scheduled for release between autumn and early 2020, including the German Leopard 2 A7V main battle tank plastic model, Mini 4WD PRO “Ryzan (ME Chassis),” and RC “Grasshopper Black Edition,” were all gathered at the event!

A memorial project for former Chairman Shunsaku Tamiya, an exhibition of real cars like F1 machines and military vehicles, a world championship match for electric RC cars and Mini 4WD, the 54th doll modification contest, an exhibition of masterpieces by plastic model enthusiasts, and even an appearance by Kumamon!



Source of images Dengeki Hobby Web and of video Paisen RC