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I want to thank the folks who wrote me in response to last week’s blog that I wrote– in particular reader Sean Melgarez who sent me a treasure trove of info on r/c heavy truckin’. I’m going to feature some of his builds in this space in the near future. The most poignant message was from fellow Squid Martin who shot [...]
Now being teased by Tamiya is a special Blockhead Motors Edition of their Hotshot II Buggy Kit. The Hotshot II was last available way back in 1991 and has been highly sought after since then. The new part number is #58710 and we are sure this one will sell out fast, so getting on a pre-order list at your local [...]
Now being teased over at Tamiya is the return of their 1/12th scaled Lotus Type 78 Kit. This classic Formula 1 race car was first released back in 1978, then was re-released with updates in 2008, and now will make a reappearance for 2022. The latest version features a photo-etched part set and is incredibly scale detailed. The re-release of the [...]
Greetings all and Happy Thursday to you! Before getting on to my dilemma which is the subject of the MTM this week, the pic at the top of the page is that of my Traxxas TRX-4 High Trail running over some full sized crushed cars with some help from JConcepts Ranger 2.2 Tires. I’ve written about this truck a few different [...]
New from Tamiya is the 1/10 TB EVO.8 Chassis Kit. This ultra-high-end touring car kit comes with loads of carbon fiber, as well as the latest in touring car chassis design. Check out these highlights- * Fastest shaft driven 4wd that Tamiya offers * A-shaped suspension arms * Can be built front mid motor layout or rear mid motor layout * Chassis and upper [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the re-release of their very popular 1/10 Subaru Impreza Mexico 2004 Kit. The Impreza comes with an impeccably scaled body and sits on Tamiya’s easy to drive TT01E chassis. Check out these highlights- * Recreates the Subaru Impreza as it was raced in the 2004 WRC season * Accurately reproduced polycarbonate body * Scale accessories like rear view [...]
New from Tamiya is the announcement of an XB Series McLaren Senna. The XB series from Tamiya means “expert built” and soon you will be able to get the stunning looking McLaren Senna in “ready to run” form. The McLaren has a nicely scaled polycarbonate body that has been pre-painted for your convenience, to go on top of its fun [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the 2022 G10-Mk.2 FZ Chassis Kit. This nitro burning on-road beast has received a number of refinements from the previous model. Check out these highlights- * TG10-Mk.2FZ chassis * 2.1cc FS-12FZ nitro engine * Shaft driven 4WD chassis * New 3mm thick duralumin lower deck * New 2mm thick carbon fiber upper deck * New mounting position for the steering servo * [...]
Here ya go Tamiya fans, they have just announced the return of the Wild Willy 2000. This re-release of the popular mid-80s kit has been updated for modern times and is ready for your next backyard bashing adventure. Here are the highlights- * New WR-02 chassis * Larger tires * Wheelie bar now comes stock * Detailed hard plastic body * Scale Details – Roll [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced a special Black Edition of their Egress 1/10 Buggy Kit. The return of the Egress gets a number of updates, check out the highlights below. * New color stickers * Dark titanium anodized shock bodies & front uprights * Black-themed packaging * Wheelbase – 275mm * Width – 243mm * Durable 0.7mm polycarbonate body * 1.0mm thick polycarbonate wing and under [...]
Coming this October from Tamiya is the 1/10th scaled McLaren Senna TT-02 Kit. The McLaren Senna is one of the hottest supercars to ever hit the road and Tamiya’s version certainly looks the part. With a highly detailed polycarbonate body, and easy to drive TT-02 chassis, the McLaren Senna is more than ready for your next on-road adventure. * ABS rear [...]
Today the hot news out of Tamiya is Four New XB Expert Built Models. Tamiya’s line-up of pre-assembled XB models continues to grow and this batch includes some of their more popular rigs. New Tamiya XB Models #57927 – XB Comical Hotshot with GF-01CB chassis #57928 – XB 2020 Ford GT Mk II with TT-02 chassis #57932 – XB Wild One Off-Roader Blockhead Motors #57934 [...]
Over at Tamiya they have added Three Models to their XB Expert Built Series. Tamiya’s XB series comes completely pre-painted and pre-assembled to get you bashing fast! With highly detailed polycarbonate bodies and professional assembly, the new XB series models make getting in the rc hobby easy. New Tamiya XB Models * XB Blitzer Beetle (2011) #57929 * XB Toyota GR 86 Red [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the re-release of their Volkswagen Golf Racing Gr.2 Kit. The VW was first released in 2013, but is now back for all you collectors and Golf racing fans. Here are more highlights- * Uses Tamiya’s M-05S FWD chassis * Highly detailed polycarbonate body * Low center of gravity design * 4 wheel independent suspension * Racing slick tires The Tamiya Volkswagen [...]
New over at Tamiya is the 1/10th scaled Mitsubishi Lancer Evo V Kit. The Tamiya Lancer EVO V comes on Tamiya’s easy to drive 4wd TT-02 chassis and of course includes a nicely scaled polycarbonate body. Here are the highlights- * 1/10 scale kit * Width – 185mm * Wheelbase – 257mm. * Clear 1.0mm thick polycarbonate body * ABS plastic parts realistically depict side [...]
