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Coming later this month is the Black Metallic Plasma Edge II from Tamiya. This is a limited edition release that uses Tamiya’s trusted TT-02B chassis. * Special edition black metallic paint on wing and body * Pre-cut body * New stickers * CVA oil shocks * Front & rear sealed gear diffs Street pricing for the Plasma Edge II is $129, it has a part number [...]
Coming to a hobby shop near you is the Mercedes Benz Arocs 6×4 Tipper Truck from Tamiya. The Mercedes dump truck is big on scale realism and comes in kit form. Here are some of its details- * Realistic bed * Aluminum side channels on chassis * Metal leaf spring suspension * Front mounted motor * 3 speed transmission, radio controlled * Rear two axles are [...]
One of the larger exhibitors at this year’s Nuremburg Toy Fair is Tamiya. Tamiya is quite popular around the globe with rc fanatics, as well as straight up collectors. Known worldwide for offering kits and RTRs loaded with realism and fun, Tamiya continues to be a force in the rc world. The 2018 Tamiya booth at Nuremburg was filled with all [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the all new TRF103. The 103 comes in kit form and was designed to turn in some serious laps down at the local track. Here are some of its highlights- * Carbon fiber upper and lower decks * Carbon fiber upper and lower front arms * 2 rear suspensions- link or t-bar * Left and right side friction dampers * [...]
Are you a hardcore Tamiya owner? If so, take note that Tamiya has special, limited edition bodies that have recently been announced. When you purchase Tamiya’s 2018 Perfect Guide (part number 63674) you are then eligible to buy limited edition Avante and Hotshot bodies. The body for the Hotshot sports a hot red chrome finish, while the Avante gets a [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the Matte Black edition of their Grand Hauler. This special edition kit comes with a stylish matte black paint job, saving you the time and expense of having to paint a body. * Key body parts pre-painted metallic black, then matte coated * Aluminum ladder style chassis * Metal leaf spring suspension * Friction shocks * 3 speed transmission * Front [...]
Get your drift on with the newly announced Nissan Skyline GT-R (R32) Drift Spec from Tamiya. This iconic Skyline comes in drift form on Tamiya’s TT02D chassis and rolls on 24mm drift spec tires. Here are more highlights- * CVA oil shocks * Sport tuned motor * Highly detailed polycarbonate body * Matte-finish metal-plated wheels * Full bearing set * Aluminum motor heat sink Street pricing for [...]
New from MIP is a Super Ball Diff for the Tamiya HotShot and BigWig. This uber diff was designed to take more power than the stock unit, as well as increasing acceleration and corner speed. * Easy to rebuild * Long lasting design * Durable steel outdrives The part number for the diff is #17160 and it is priced at $115. Hit This Link [...]
Want to try something new this winter? Have you tried a hobby grade tank before? Coming soon from Tamiya is the US M1A2 Abrams Full Option Kit. The M1A2 Abrams has been reproduced in absolutely stunning detail by Tamiya. Not only does the Tamiya look awesome, but it is also loaded with features. Here is the scoop- * Sound module w/ [...]
In the works right now from Tamiya is the TRF419XR touring car. The 419XR comes in kit form and was developed to be a high-end touring car. Here are some of its highlights- * 2.25mm thick chassis * 2mm thick carbon fiber top deck * Length- 370mm * Revised to increase corner speed and response * Bearing raced front & rear stabilizer bars * Center pitch [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the TA-07R Limited Edition. The limited edition release of the TA-07R throws in a slew of upgrades to the normal TA-07 Pro kit. The upgrades are for both performance and durability, thus making this version of the car something really special. Some of the upgrades include- * Big bore shocks * Low friction belt * Stabilizer set * Aluminum [...]
Newly announced by Tamiya is the NSU TT Jagermeister M-05. The car comes in kit form and sits on a nimble Tamiya M-05 front wheel drive chassis. The legendary body has been faithfully reproduced in polycarbonate for a great scale look and is dressed out in Jagermeister race livery. While we have not received any release date information, it is [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is the Lancia 037 Rally Car. The Lancia brings back memories from a golden age in rally racing with its highly detailed body and 4wd chassis. Its chassis is a TA02S unit that utilizes shaft driven 4wd. The Tamiya sports a part number of #58654 and more details can soon be found over on the official [...]
Word about an upcoming trike from Tamiya has been out for a while, now, thanks to Hobby Media at the All Japan Model & Hobby Show, we have some real pictures of it. Dubbed the Dancing Rider, the new trike from Tamiya is something really different. The rear pod on the Dancing Rider contains its motor and transmission, while the front [...]
Newly announced by Tamiya is a limited edition Blue Metallic version of the Neo Scorcher. The Neo Scorcher comes on Tamiya’s easy to build, and to drive, TT-02B base platform. * Chrome plated wheels * Body and wing pre-painted in a deep blue metallic * Shaft driven 4wd * 540 sized tuned brushed motor * Sealed gearboxes * Double wishbone suspension MSRP for the Neo Scorcher is [...]
