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Recently announced by Tamiya is the 1/10 TRF421X Touring Car Kit. Back in the day, Tamiya was well known for their high-end touring car race kits and now they are back with the new TRF421X. Here’s some highlights- * New aluminum chassis * Updated shock towers * Lowered motor mount * Carbon reinforced a-arms * Two upper deck choices * 30 gram weight plate * Durable steel [...]
Being shown at the Nuremburg Toy Fair is the new Tamiya 1/10 Quirkhopper GF-02 Kit. The Quirkhopper is a 10th scaled monster truck that uses Tamiya’s 4wd GF-02 chassis, to go along with a futuristic, insect like buggy body. Here’s some highlights- * Wheelbase – 267mm * Width – 280mm * Buggy body with headlights and large air intakes * 123mm large-diameter monster truck [...]
Now being shown at the Nuremburg Toy Fair by Tamiya is the 1/10 Porsche 934 (1976) 50th Anniversary Kit. This incredible looking Porsche comes with a RWD chassis that even has the motor located in the rear for increased scale realism. Each kit includes a unique numbered plate and comes with a cockpit set with driver figure. The Tamiya 1/10 Porsche [...]
Happy Friday all, and welcome to The Backyard! This week I’m in a bit of a ponderous mood, what with the Nuremberg International Toy Fair set to kick off in juuust over a week — January 27th through the 31st in Nuremberg, Germany. While a wide range of R/C companies will be announcing products and showing off new wares at the massive [...]
Over at Tamiya they are getting ready to reissue their 1/10 1978 Ford Zakspeed Capri Turbo Kit. First released in 2013, the Ford Zakspeed is back with new decals and a Hobbywing sourced ESC. Here are more highlights- * Includes ESC and torque tuned motor * 1.0mm polycarbonate body * TT-02 4wd chassis * Silver two-piece mesh wheels * Slick racing tires * Expected to start [...]
Greetings all and Happy Friday! If you’re a fan of old-school scale trucks — and let’s be honest, if you read this column you probably are — RC4WD just dropped something that hits every retro nerve in the best possible way. Their new TF2 “LWB” RTR W/ Chevrolet K10 Scottsdale Hard Body Set (Scale Dept. Edition) is a full-on love letter to [...]
Now shipping from MIP is one of their Super Ball Diffs for the Tamiya Blackfoot and Monster Beetle. This beefy ball diff is more than ready for brushless power and is an easy drop-in differential solution for your old school Tamiya. Here are the highlights- * 30 years in the making * Ball differential increases handling & traction * Machined nylon gear for [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is the 1/10th scaled Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo Kit. The Evo version of the GT3 was originally designed for LMGT3 racing in the 1:1 world, but now thanks to Tamiya, you can get one in rc form. Here are the highlights- * Easy to build and drive TT-02 chassis * Full time shaft driven 4wd system * Wheelbase – 251mm * [...]
New from the good folks at Tamiya is the 1/10th scaled DB01SR Chassis Kit. The DB01SR is a twin belt 4wd design that comes loaded with upgrade parts. Here are the highlights- * 2-belt drive with identical belts * Includes hop-up option parts for outstanding off-road performance * #54018 DB01 slipper clutch set * Steel gear differentials front and rear * Square battery packs can [...]
The RC world lost a true giant last week with the passing of Shunsaku Tamiya, the longtime chairman of Tamiya. Even if you’ve never touched a tube of cement or hand-painted a 1/35 tank commander, if you’re into radio control, odds are this man’s work touched your life — and your wallet — at some point. Mr. Tamiya didn’t just run [...]
New from Knight Customs is their 3D-Printable SRB Display Chassis for select Tamiya models. If you’ve built the ultimate shelf queen Sand Scorcher or Rough Rider body and want to keep it in pristine condition for as long as possible, this display chassis is a great way to do just that. This static chassis set provides an excellent foundation for a [...]
Coming this summer from Tamiya is the 1/10 The Grasshopper Black Edition buggy kit. The original Grasshopper was released way back in 1984 and soon it will hit shelves again as a special Black Edition. The Grasshopper has helped thousands of people get into our fun hobby and the latest Black Edition will help get even more. The Tamiya 1/10 The [...]
Hey every, happy Friday! Welcome to The Backyard! A few weeks back I wrote about the start of a Tamiya King Hauler project. The truck is now done, so I wanted to share another update! Well, done isn’t the right word. This stage of the build is done, at least! I am ecstatic with how it’s turned out.If you want all of [...]
New from Tamiya is a special promotional video for the 40th Anniversary of their Grasshopper & Hornet buggies. Both the Hornet and the Grasshopper have gotten many people into our wonderful hobby and the video below goes over the history of both vehicles. First produced back in 1984, both of these classic buggies are the perfect way to unwind from [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced the 1/16 German Federal Army Main Battle Tank Leopard 2 A7V Full Operation Set with Radio. This classic German tank comes with an easy to use 4 channel radio system that is perfect for a tank like the Leopard. The team at Tamiya also did an incredible job making the Leopard look as scale [...]
