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The crew over at Tamiya have announced a new Pro Edition Ratcheting Screwdriver. This multi-purpose tool comes with a ratcheting handle to help make your wrenching faster and easier than before. Here are the highlights- * Redesigned head * Smooth ratchet action * Quick change tips * Easy to change direction * Lock mode * Comfortable grip * Magnetic 100mm L-size bit made from chromium-vanadium steel The Tamiya [...]
New from JConcepts is a video featuring the mighty Tamiya Clodbuster. In the video shown below, JConcepts owner Jason Ruona talks about why the Tamiya Clod Buster is one of his favorite trucks of all time. The Clod Buster was totally revolutionary when it was first released and is still making people smile decades later. Later in the video, Jason [...]
Coming to a hobby shop near you soon is the Tamiya Porsche 911 GT3 CUP VIP 2008. This version of the 911 comes with a gorgeous GT3 VIP body and sits on Tamiya’s easy to build TT-01 Type-E 4wd chassis. * Longitudinally mounted motor for optimum balance * Bathtub style chassis * 4-wheel double wishbone suspension * Front and rear gear differentials * Molded plastic [...]
Being teased now by Tamiya is the Eunos Roadster Kit (#47431). While the Eunos Roadster is better known under the Mazda banner here in the states, the Tamiya version has legit scale realism and comes on Tamiya’s M-06M rear wheel drive chassis. As we await more details, why not hit up this link to visit the official Tamiya USA Website. Also, [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is the Toyota Supra Racing (A80) kit (#47433). The Toyota Supra has a huge following of fans around the globe, this version has a great scale look, and sits on Tamiya’s versatile TT-02 4wd chassis. As we awaiting more details, why not make the jump over to the official Tamiya USA Website to check out [...]
Now being teased by Tamiya is a Volvo A60W Hauler 6X6. There are no pictures of the new Volvo yet, what you see above is of the real 1:1 A60W. The Tamiya rc version will come on their G6-01 6×6 chassis and will sport the part number of #58676. As we await more details and pricing, you can hit up [...]
The crew over at RC4WD have announced Racing Monster Truck Beadlock Wheels for the mighty Tamiya Clod Buster. The new race wheels from RC4WD have an authentic look and were designed for serious performance. * Designed to fit 2.8″ Clod Buster tires * Beadlock rings & hexes made from CNC machined billet aluminum * Wheels made from ABS injection molded plastic * Black anodized [...]
Coming in February from Tamiya is the 1/12 Renault 5 Turbo M-05Ra Kit. The Renault is a classic 1970s era rally car that has been faithfully reproduced by Tamiya. Here are the highlights- * Rally-tuned M-05Ra chassis * Special hub carriers & uprights for increased ground clearance * Front skid and side guards * Rally block tires * Clear polycarbonate body * 210mm wheelbase * 180mm width * [...]
The folks at Tamiya have announced a Red & Silver Edition of their Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3348 6×4 Tipper Truck. This special edition truck comes with a TS-8 Italian Red painted cab, as well as a TS-17 Gloss Aluminum painted rear bed. Here are the highlights- * 1/14th scale kit * Injection molded body * Separate side mirrors & visor * Ladder frame w/ aluminum [...]
Now being teased by Tamiya is the Super Clod Buster Black Edition. The massive Super Clod Buster is a classic that features 4 wheel drive, as well as 4 wheel steering. With scale monster trucks gaining more momentum every day, the Black Edition Super Clod Buster should be warmly received when it hits hobby shops later this year. As we await [...]
The folks at Tamiya have announced a pair of new Factory Built Models. The two new units include the Tyrrell P34 1977 Monaco GP as well as the Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 6×4 Timber. The iconic Tyrrell P34 comes pre-built but without electronics, while the big Volvo comes as a fully operational finished model. The part number for the Tamiya [...]
New from Tamiya are not one, but four Factory Built vehicles for your bashing enjoyment. The four Factory Built units include the 2016 Blackfoot (57912), the Comical Frog (57913), the Buggyra Fat Fox (57914), and the Volkswagen Beetle Rally (57915). All of the Factory Built vehicles from Tamiya come completely pre-built with electronics installed. The Factory Built vehicles can save [...]
The crew over at Tamiya have been doing a lot of teasing on their upcoming Mercedes-Benz G500 on their all new CC-02 scale off-road chassis. The images included in this post can give you a much better look at the CC-02 chassis. As you can see in the pictures, the new CC-02 comes with multi-link suspension, as well as solid [...]
It looks like Tamiya is getting ready to release a bunch of new products for the holiday season. First up is the long rumored, and all new, CC-02 scale off-road chassis featuring a Mercedes Benz G500 body (#58675). The new Tamiya scale off-road CC-02 chassis is said to be highly updated with much improved scale appearance. Another new item that is [...]
The crew over at Tamiya have been teasing the new TRF420 for several weeks, now we have a teaser image to look at. The TRF420 was designed from the ground up as a high-end touring car capable of winning at any level. It is rumored to have a 2 belt 4wd system that uses a gear style differential in the [...]
