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More videos and box art of upcoming Tamiya 58684 Toyota GR Yaris (M-05 Chassis)
We exhibited the real GR Yaris at the surprise announcement venue of the new RC car “GR YARIS” scheduled to be released by Tamiya. At the Toyota RC Car Club, we are quick to deliver impressions from the perspective of our strong RC car.
The TRC representative will give you an impression of the body shape of the new RC car “GR YARIS” scheduled to be released by Tamiya. It introduces points that can lower the vehicle height and corner characteristics.
Future Tamiya 58684 1/10 RC Toyota GR Yaris (M-05 Chassis) !!!
Front wheel drive M-05 Chassis, total lenght 372 mm, wheelbase 239 mm, 60D tires.
製品化のお披露目に続き「トヨタ GR ヤリス」RCモデルの走行動画も公開🤩 様々な路面を疾走する迫力の走行シーンをお楽しみください‼️ #タミヤRC #tamiyarc #GRヤリス pic.twitter.com/MLssvMirRr
— Tamiya RC Models【タミヤ公式】 (@TAMIYAGP_STAFF) July 1, 2020
More details and images of Tamiya 63715 Official Guidebook Mini 4WD Super Speed Guide 2020-2021
Tamiya 63715 Official Guide Mini 4WD Guide 2020-2021
Released on Monday, July 6, 2020, 990 yen
Annual book that covers the fun of Mini 4WD
“Tamiya Official Guidebook Mini 4WD Super Speed Guide 2020-2021” for beginners to advanced users will be released! Japan Cup 2020 official circuit “MAX Surprise Circuit 2020” measures setting and course detailed explanations, as well as basics of machine making, a wide range of techniques such as the production method of trend modification methods such as the attention “MS Flexi”, dress-up method of pro modeler. In addition, thorough dissection of the new chassis “VZ chassis”, explosive machine manufacturing technique of the mini 4WD game application “mini 4WD super speed grand prix”, interview with voice actor “Aozora Tokui”, “all mini 4WD” kit catalog etc. There are plenty. The special appendix is a special sticker for various purposes.
○ Format/Number of pages: A4 wide 100 pages
○ Appendix: Special dress-up sticker
○ Publisher: One publishing
○ Author: Getnavi editorial department
⇒ Click here for the “Mini 4WD Japan Cup 2020” event information

First official photos and details of Mini 4WD Tamiya 18096 Dual Ridge Jr. (VZ chassis) & 18097 Toyota GR Yaris (VZ chassis)
1/32 Racer Mini 4WD Series 18096 Dual Ridge Jr. (VZ chassis)
Sharp “junior” driving
This is a plastic model assembly kit for a high-performance racer that employs shaft drive four-wheel drive. The Dual Ridge Jr. is a machine that reproduces the RC dual buggy ” Dual Ridge ” by Hyper Designer Kayuki Yamazaki (pdc_designworks representative) with a mini 4WD under the supervision of himself. It features a smooth, futuristic body with a large cockpit and a sharp rear wing that cuts the air. In addition, the 8 vents on the top of the body are original designs only for Mini 4WD. You can expect not only the custom mood up but also the cooling effect of the motor. The chassis is a lightweight and compact VZ with a high degree of freedom in setting. The silver-plated five-spoke wheels are fitted with superhard small diameter low-height tires with a white logo printed on them to ensure high running performance. The blue graphic that makes the silver body look even cooler, the machine name logo, etc. are expressed with metallic stickers. [VZ which evolved VS chassis]
The VZ chassis is a highly refined VS chassis with a small size, light weight, and short wheelbase that is also popular in racing. While maintaining the excellent features of the VS chassis such as small turning performance and high maintainability, the strength of the bumper, rear stay base, propeller shaft bearing, etc. has been improved. The point is also a moderate “bend” that absorbs shock. In addition to the rear roller stay, the front bumper can also be split. The degree of freedom in setting is also greatly improved. And, the bearing of the shaft is 620 plastic bearing made of POM resin with low friction resistance. A parts such as the chassis body and gear cover are made of ABS resin, and the gear ratio is set to 3.5:1.
Basic specifications
● Completed length 158 mm, width 98 mm, height 48 mm
● With motor
● Body = ABS resin (silver)
● VZ chassis body, A parts = ABS resin (black)
● Tire = black superhard small diameter Low height (with white print)
● Wheels = 5 spokes (silver plated)
● Gear ratio =3.5:1
● With metallic stickers
● Can be assembled by fitting and screwing without using an adhesive
Matching list for upgraded parts
Click here for January 2020 version and here for gear ratio list.
- Box art
- Standard equipped with super hard small diameter low height tires with pad prints on plated wheels
1/32 Racer Mini 4WD Series 18097 Toyota GR Yaris (VZ chassis)
● Toyota’s new sports 4WD, “GR Yaris” has been reproduced with Mini 4WD.
● Realistically modeled powerful wide form.
● Lightweight and compact VZ chassis is gray.
● Small diameter low-height tires are attached to the black fin-type wheel to give the vehicle a real-world finish.
● Comes with stickers such as windows, lights and front grill.
- Box art
Tamiya New Item Release list for August 2020
R/C Models
51652 1/10 Scale R/C Suzuki Swift sport Body Parts Set
51661 TC-01 A Parts (Body Mounts) (2pcs.)
51662 TC-01 B Parts (Bumper)
51663 TC-01 C/D Parts (Suspension) (2pcs.)
54955 TC-01 Aluminum Rocker Arms (2pcs.)
54956 TC-01 Stabilizer Set
54966 M-08 Aluminum Frame Posts (4pcs.)
Static Models
25199 1/48 Lockheed® P-38®H Lightning® (White Box)
Kids
18097 TOYOTA GR Yaris (VZ)
15527 Stainless Steel Countersunk Screw Set (6/8/15mm)
95581 Lightweight Double Aluminum Rollers (13-12mm/Gold)
95582 HG Lightweight 19mm Aluminum Ball-Race Rollers (Ringless/Gold)
95591 Mini 4WD Japan Cup Junior Circuit Bank-Approach 20 (Black)
Tools & Paints
74564 Spray-Work Airbrush Stand III
74565 Airbrush Regulator (w/Meter)
Some upcoming Tamiya Mini 4WD releases – 18097 Toyota GR Yaris on VZ Chassis!
Tamiya RC Live – Running characteristics of various touring car bodies & new TA07RR, TC-01 settings and optional parts by Maezumi
Story of various body of RC touring car
・We introduce the running characteristics of various bodies and recommended bodies for the Tamiya Grand Prix. “Special video/screening schedule”
New products TA07RR & TC-01 stories
・Introducing the settings and optional parts of the machine manufactured by Maezumi. “Special video/screening schedule”
Flashback Friday – Satoshi Maezumi (Paisen RC) video review of the Tamiya Hornet
Mini 4WD Tamiya 92419 Dyipne Silver Metallic (FM-A Chassis)
The Dyipne returns in an all Silver Metallic body. Brought to you exclusively by Lil’s Hobby Center and The Brickyard.
• Genuine 1/32 Mini 4WD precision model kit with snap-together, no-glue assembly (recommended tools and paint not included)
• Assembly kit includes black ABS resin chassis set (frame and rear roller stay), red low-friction POM A parts, red ABS resin bodyshell, 13 mm red low-friction POM front/barrel-type rear roller set, kit-standard gear ratio set (4.2:1 high-speed), 8T black plastic pinion gear, 78 mm x 1.40 mm propeller shaft, copper-plated X-type terminal set, single-shaft type-130 DC motor, kit-standard hardware mount set, kit-standard grease tube, 60 mm x 2 mm hex drive shafts, small-diameter narrow metallic silver A-type 5-spoke wheels, small-diameter narrow black low-profile slick tires, metallic bodyshell markings sheet, and printed guides (instruction manual and safety precautions)
• Measures 232 mm x 141 mm x 56 mm and weighs approx. 205 grams (package kit only)
• Requires 2 pieces x R6/AA/UM3 batteries (sold separately)