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Greetings all, and Happy 4th of July weekend to our US readers! I’m settling in for a long weekend of music, fireworks and some trigger time on my basher monsters. But before that? Some ramblin’. Pretty much all retail stores are running big 4th of July sales, and the r/c world is no different! Tower Hobbies, Horizon Hobby and various other hobby [...]
Uploaded recently by Tamiya is a promotional video for their classic Tyrrell P34 F1 kit. The Tyrrell P34 was one of the most famous F1 cars ever built. The Tamiya version is easy to build, easy to drive, and has the real look of the iconic P34. Watch below to see the Tyrrell P34 in action around a real rc [...]
Now being teased by Tamiya is a special Grey Edition of their mighty Super Clod Buster monster truck kit. Featuring dual motors to go along with dual transmissions, the Super Clod Buster is an absolute legend in the world of rc, and later this summer you will be able to pick one up in special grey livery. The Tamiya Super Clod [...]
Last week the crew at Horizon announced the retro-styled Losi 1/16 Mini JRX 2WD Buggy and it took the internet by storm. A LOT of people were excited by this retro-styled release, and the low price of admission had hobbyists backing up their interest with their pocket books as apparently pre-orders were extremely strong. Hey, I want one of these too [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the 1/10th scaled McLaren Senna. The new McLaren Senna is slated to come on Tamiya’s easy to build TT-02 chassis and of course will feature a highly scale detailed body. The picture above is from the Tamiya 1/24th scaled static model, but the 1/10th rc model should look equally as trick when it drops later [...]
Hello everyone, happy Thursday to yas! Two weeks ago, after being frustrated by yet another rain shower keeping me indoors, I started playing Snowrunner on my new Xbox. Let me be a bit clearer- started playing it AGAIN. I was huge into the game when the pandemic hit but hadn’t touched it since the end of 2020. Many updates have been [...]
Recently announced by Tamiya is a Pre-Painted Corsa Gray Ford Mustang GT4 Body. The pre-painted Mustang has been nicely scaled from the 1:1 Mustang and is sized to fit 1/10th touring cars. Here are the highlights- * Pre-painted to save you time and effort * Body made from a tough polycarbonate * Comes pre-painted in PS-32 Corsa Gray, PS-31 Smoke and black * Separate [...]
Recently announced by Tamiya is the very trick looking au Toyota Tom’s GR Supra GT500. This sleek on-road machine sports an intricately detailed Toyota Supra body and sits on Tamiya’s easy to drive TT-02 chassis. Here are the highlights- * Licensed Toyota polycarbonate body * Separate polycarbonate front light cases * ABS plastic wing and mirror pieces * Shaft-driven 4WD TT-02 chassis * Easy-to-maintain gearboxes * [...]
The crew over at Tamiya have uploaded a new promotional video for their TamTech-Gear The Frog Mini. The Frog Mini has that vintage Frog styling that everyone loves, but comes in a smaller form factor that allows it to be run easily indoors, or out. Watch below to see The Frog Mini at the park getting in some exploration and [...]
New from Tamiya is a promotional video for their upcoming 1/14 Scania 770 S 6X4. The new Scania has incredible scale looks, to go along with a plethora of scale features. If you are looking for your next big rig build, the Scania is a great choice. With loads of sound and light options, you can make this rig just [...]
Recently uploaded by Tamiya is a promotional video for their hotly anticipated 2021 Ford Bronco Kit. The 2021 Bronco has a stunning 2-door style body, to go along with its cross-country CC-02 chassis. The Tamiya Bronco also features scale plastic parts like a molded roof rack, door handles, tire cover, and front grille. To get full details on the Tamiya 2021 [...]
Over at Tamiya they are getting ready to drop a Avante (2011) Black Special Re-Issue Limited Edition. The Avante buggy is a classic blast from the past that represents a piece of rc history. Here are the highlights- * 2mm thick carbon-fiber upper & lower decks * Carbon fiber rear damper stay * Includes the 2011 Avante racing steering set * 2mm carbon fiber [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is a Gold Edition X-SA Lunch Box Mini. The latest version of the Lunch Box Mini comes in X-SA form, meaning it comes expertly semi-assembled, and is great for all around driving fun. Check out these highlghts- * Perfect for those without the time for a full build * Fully-assembled and setup chassis * Fully painted body with marking [...]
It has been 18 years since Tamiya last released the 1990 Mercedes-Benz C 11, but now it is coming back in a Limited Edition form. Check out these highlights- * 1/10 assembly kit * Width- 206mm * Body and wing molded from 1mm polycarbonate * RS-540 sport tuned motor is included * Comes with high grip foam tires * Direct drive 2wd chassis * ABS resin bathtub [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the TamTech-Gear The Hornet Mini. Oh yes, the Tamiya Hornet has started off many of an rc career, and soon, it will be available in a convenient mini size. The Hornet Mini has the classic Hornet look, while being small enough to be driven indoors, or out. The TamTech-Gear The Hornet Mini has a part number [...]
