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Tamiya Agrios 4×4 TXT-2 Monster Truck Kit

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 10:39 am. Filed in: New Products, Tamiya

Tamiya has a long history of putting out monster trucks for the bashing crowd, their latest is the Agrios 4×4 TXT-2. The Agrios is a twin motored, 4×4 monster truck that comes as a kit, allowing you to build it properly and install your own electronics. You can even add a second servo to the rear axle for 4 wheel steering, just like full scale monster trucks have. Four link suspension and solid axles give it a true monster truck appeal.

Part number for the Agrios is #58549, street price is $499, and they are expected to start hitting hobby shop shelves in late May. Hit up THIS LINK for more information on the Agrios on the official Tamiya website.

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Tamiya Agrios TXT-2 Gallery

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Tamiya 14th Scale Mercedes-Benz Actros 1851 GigaSpace Kit

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 8:34 am. Filed in: New Products, Tamiya

Here is a unique new kit from Tamiya, the 14th Scale Mercedes Benz Actros 1851 GigaSpace. To go for the most detailed body possible, Tamiya molded the body out of ABS plastic. Another cool feature of the GigaSPace is its 3 speed transmission. This rig will not only look trick pulling your other rc cars around, but more than one BSRC bash crew member has already started planning on mounting up monster truck and/or crawling tires on it. Some of its other features and specifications include-

* Scale: 1/14 scale
* Construction type: Kit
* Drive-train: 2-axle semi
* Drive type: gearbox
* Drive line: solid axle
* Differential type: gear
* Suspension: leaf spring
* Steering mechanism: bell-crank
* Shock damper: friction damper
* Shock damper material: aluminum
* Tire type: rubber
* Body material: ABS Plastic
* Chassis material: plastic
* LED Light buckets: yes
* LED lights: no
* Motor: 540-brushless type
* Bearings: metal bushings
* Fixed- Camber, toe, wheelbase, shock angles
* Adjustable gear ratio: 3-speed transmission
* Special feature 1: Length: 458mm, Width: 195mm, Height: 305mm.
* Special feature 2: Ladder frame chassis can be linked with a semi-trailer via coupler.
* Special feature 3: Highly-realistic suspension recreated with metal leaf springs and friction dampers.
* Special feature 4: Built-in differential gears enable smooth cornering.
* Special feature 5: LEDs can be used to accurately recreate the truck’s front and rear lights. (Sold Separately)
* Special feature 6: Float-mounted die-cast front axle and reinforced resin rear axle.
* Requires: Battery, charger, 4 channel radio, ESC, tools, and paint
* Part #56335

Retail price is listed at $660 and they are due to hit hobby shops later this month. Hit up the official Tamiya Website for more information.

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Tamiya Volkswagen Golf Mk.1 Racing Group 2

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 6:03 pm. Filed in: New Products, Tamiya

Tamiya is re-releasing another fan favorite, the Volkswagen Golf Mk.1 GR 2 (part #84316). First available in the early 80′s, the latest Golf version comes with their M-05 chassis. The M-05 is a front wheel drive chassis that will certainly make driving the latest Tamiya a blast. We have not received any word on a price point or a release date here in the states, but check out the official Tamiya Website for more information on their other fine products.

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Tamiya Booth Toy Fair 2013

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 4:30 pm. Filed in: Nuremberg, Tamiya

The crew at Tamiya had a large booth at the 2013 Nuremberg Toy Fair to showcase all their rc products. From Ferrari F1 cars to their new Farm King Wheelie tractor, Tamiya has something for everyone. Igor shot a bunch of pictures of their booth, take a look at them in the gallery below.

Check out the official Tamiya Website for more information, and hit THIS link to view all our Nuremberg show coverage right here on BigSquidRC.

Tamiya Nuremberg Toy Fair Gallery

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Tamiya Formula 1 Ferrari F2012 – F104 Kit

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 12:47 pm. Filed in: New Products, Tamiya

So what if Alonzo came up a little short in the title chase last year. So what if the hardcore Ferrari fans (tifosi) deemed the stepped nosed F2012 one of the ugliest F1 cars of all time.

It’s not often that you can get your hands on such a wonderfully done scale replica of last years Ferrari F1 car, complete with Alonzo behind the wheel. Thanks to the good folks at Tamiya, their new Ferrari F2012 F1 car will not only be amazingly fast at the local bash spot, but it will make you stop and marvel at its striking looks every time you walk by it in the garage. I am personally a huge Ferrari fan (so is Cubby), so I can see a couple of these sitting in the BigSquidRC offices Really soon!

* Scale: 1/10th
* Construction type: kit
* Terrain use: on-road
* Drive-train: 2WD RWD
* Drive type: pinion to spur gear
* Drive line: solid axle
* Differential type: ball pressure plate
* Suspension: independent front/solid axle rear
* Steering mechanism: direct servo
* Shock damper: friction damper, plastic bodies
* Tire type: rubber, slick tread
* Body material: Clear Polycarbonate
* Motor type: 540-brushed type
* Bearings: metal bushings
* Chassis material: FRP
* Adjustable camber: yes
* Adjustable toe angles: front only
* Adjustable ride height: yes
* Adjustable gear ratio: yes
* Fixed: wheelbase, width, and shock angle
* Requires: 7.2 battery, charger, paint, esc, radio gear, servo
* Part ##58559

This Ferrari only packs an MSRP of $320, and its expected release date is mid-February. For more information, hit THIS link for the official Tamiya USA website.

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New- Tamiya Farm King Wheelie Kit (WR-02)

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 8:30 am. Filed in: New Products, Tamiya

Looking for something a bit different? Are you a big fan of popping wheelies? Maybe you are into farm implements? The very latest from the crew over at Tamiya is their Farm King Wheelie kit. This is an electric 2wd that is based off the popular WR-02 platform that was first introduced on the Wild Willy 2. Some of the key features and specs for the Farm King include-

* Scale: 1/10th
* Construction type: assembly kit
* Terrain use: multi-purpose
* Drive-train: 2WD RWD
* Drive line: dog bone
* Differential type: gear
* Suspension: fully independent double wishbone
* Shock damper: friction damper, plastic bodies
* Tire type: rubber chevron
* Body material: polycarbonate
* ESC: included, TEU-105BK
* Motor type: 540-brushed type
* Bearings: plastic bushing
* Chassis material: plastic
* Adjustable toe angles: front only
* Adjustable ride height: yes
* Fixed- gear ratio, wheelbase, width, shock angle, camber
* Special features: Includes wheelie bar and driver figure, pre-assembled gearbox
* Requires: radio gear, servo, receiver, paint, battery, charger
* Part #58556

The Farm King has an MSRP of $250 with an expected release date of sometime in February. Check out the official Tamiya Website for more information.

We have more Tamiya news right HERE on BigSquidRC.

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Tamiya RC Soccer Video

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 8:50 am. Filed in: miscellaneous, Tamiya, video

Playing rc soccer is a popular way of bashing with your buddies here in the states, but from this video it looks like the Tamiya guys have taken it to a whole new level overseas. As seen in this video, goals with actual nets are used, and the field itself looks in pristine condition. Now if we can just get Brian to put a field like that in one of our back offices.

Want more information on all of Tamiya’s fine products? Hit up their official website right HERE. Looking for more Tamiya news here on BigSquidRC? THIS is the link you want.

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Tamiya Fighter Buggy SV – DT02

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 11:28 am. Filed in: New Products, Tamiya

The crew over at Tamiya have recently announced their new entry level off-road buggy, the Fighter Buggy SV – DT02. This 2wd electric 10th scale buggy isn’t some high end race machine, rather it is intended for entry level drivers or general bashing. Some of the features and specs include-

* Kit that requires assembly
* Gear differential
* Fully independent double wishbone suspension
* Bell crank steering
* Plastic bodied oil filled shocks
* Clear polycarbonate body
* TEU-105BK ESC
* 540-brushed type motor
* Shielded ball bearings
* Composite chassis
* Adjustable camber
* Adjustable front toe
* Adjustable ride height
* Adjustable shock angle
* Requires: 7.2 battery & charger, radio gear, servo, receiver, polycarbonate paint
* Part #58553

Expect a street price of about $150 with an availability date of November. For more information click THIS link for the official Tamiya USA website.

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Tamiya New Releases for the TT-01 Platform

Posted by Manny @ 10:38 pm. Filed in: New Products, Tamiya

Tamiya has had good success with its TT-01 Shaft Driven 4WD system and they are pushing out some nice new body combos.

XB Subaru Impreza WRX STI

Subaru BRZ

Subaru BRZ R&D Sport

Volkswagen Golf 24

The kits usually require a Radio and a Servo but can be usually had for nicely under 200 bucks so you can build it the way you want. I am thinking we need to pick up a bunch of these and start a spec class running a 17.5 or 13.5 motor/esc combo?

Tamiya New Releases for the TT-01 Platform gallery

Tamiya… Tamiya… Tamiya…. Tamiya…

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the SCALER SERMON

Posted by Manny @ 10:16 am. Filed in: scale rc, Tamiya

Hello all you crazed Scaler Fans out there we are launching an official SCALER section here at BigSquidRC and I will be your host!!! Please hold the applause until after you see what I can put together. So I have been thinking about this section of the hobby and how to best present it to the masses for some time, and while we will always be posting new items and quick blurbs on the main page this section will be dedicated to bringing you a sort of week in review in scale. With highlights on some brands taking scale to the next level, to “How To” videos, tips and tricks of the scale world and everything in between. Please let me know if there is something in your neck of the woods that is scale related or if there is something in particular you want more info on just ask!

So since this is the beginning I thought it would only be fitting to take us all back to the beginning of scale (at least in my opinion……)!

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New Gear Head RC Visor For King Hauler

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 11:33 am. Filed in: Gear Head RC, New Products, Tamiya

The crew over at Gear Head RC announced today a very trick custom visor for the 1/14th scale Tamiya King Hauler. Gear Head RC’s new Reverse Bowtie Visor is laser cut out of .03″ mirror pre-polished stainless steel and is a great addition when customizing your rig. The new visor is available right now and has a street price of $20. Click THIS link for additional information.

We have lots more Tamiya information here on BigSquidRC, HERE is the link.

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Tamiya’s HobbyTown Convention Booth

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 11:52 pm. Filed in: miscellaneous, Tamiya

No rc convention is complete without a showing from Tamiya. The Tamiya crew was in force at the HobbyTown USA convention showing off lots of their popular products. From educational kits to their latest and greatest rc products, they had it on display. Follow this LINK to visit Tamiya’s website.

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Tamiya's HobbyTown Convention Booth Gallery

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Tamiya Wild Willy – 1:1 Scale

Posted by Brian @ 9:55 pm. Filed in: Tamiya

One of our readers spotted a link over on Jalopnik a few picture updates from the Bug Box guys creating a Tamiya 1:1 Scale Wild Willy! Full Scale versions of RC vehicles are always fun. It looks pretty cool, and the wheelies are wild for sure. Check out the pics. Thanks for the link Taylor.

Full Scale Tamiya Wild Willy Gallery

Just noticed.. it was our good friends from HobbyMedia.it that sent the link to Jalopnik. Links for Everybody!

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