Featured Releases Early 2022

Without question, our vast line-up of 1/14 scale radio controlled trucks have captured hobbyists’ attention since the early 1990s! We now welcome a new addition to 1/14 Tractor Truck Series – this time, the Scania 770 S 6x4 produced by the Swedish manufacturer Scania. The Scania 770 S 6x4 is one of the trailer heads in the Scania’s top-grade S Series – which had undergone a full model change in 2016. This trailer head features a double rear-axle drive 6x4 chassis equipped with a 16.4-liter V8 diesel turbo engine capable of 770hp which was the most powerful in the industry as of 2020.

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Tamiya is proud to announce the release of the Ford Bronco 2021 as our new R/C model on the cross-country CC-02 chassis. The Ford Bronco has been sold since 1966, and the Ford Bronco 2021 was announced as the sixth-generation model in 2021, 25 years since the last generation’s release.

Detail Specifics of the Tamiya R/C version:
Tamiya’s design team have chosen to give R/C enthusiasts a replica of the best full-size Bronco variant. The R/C model assembly kit depicts the 2-door type’s top grade First Edition model. The First Edition Bronco SUV is built for those who have waited patiently for the legend’s return. The First Edition is a loaded Bronco combining the best parts of all Bronco series. First Edition Broncos use the mechanicals of a Badlands, the interior of an Outer Banks and the exterior of a Wildtrak to create the ultimate Bronco! Our designers have captured the very essence of the First Edition Bronco in every way possible!

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Toyota’s Land Cruiser is one of the most recognizable 4WD vehicles in the world, especially the 40, a series which was sold from 1960 to 1984. Now, Tamiya is delighted to announce a new addition – an R/C model featuring the combination of the "square" layout 4WD GF-01FT chassis and track units – as first seen in our RC Landfreeder Quadtrack TT-02FT kit.

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The Tamiya vast line up of radio-controlled model tanks just got bigger! This R/C tank recreates the Centurion in 1/16 scale as a radio control model. The Centurion Mk. III was developed as a heavy cruiser tank to counter the powerful German Army tanks during WWII. The Mk. III was perhaps the most polished Centurion variant, equipped with the L/66.7 20 pounder long barrel gun. It was also deployed in the Korean War in 1950, and showed off overwhelming strength which saved the Allied forces from crisis many times. The production reached about 2,800 between 1948 and 1956. After the Korean War, the Mk. III were deployed in European countries, but also other areas such as India, Israel, and Egypt with their formidable force.

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Nothing screams classic 1990’s touring car DTM racing like the Opel Calibras that tore up racing circuits across Germany. Tamiya brings back a fan favorite with this R/C assembly kit that recreates the Opel Calibra V6 Cliff, which was one of the many teams that raced Opels during the 1990’s. The polycarbonate body is mounted on the TT-01 Type-E chassis, for ease of assembly. The Opel Calibra V6 Cliff was previously released on the Tamiya TA-02 chassis during the 1990’s R/C touring car boom.

About the Opel Calibra V6 Cliff:
The Opel Calibra V6 Cliff took part in the 1995 running of the Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM) series. Entered by Joest Racing with the driver JJ. Lehto, the car was powered by a 2.5-liter V6 engine capable of 420 hp. The distinctive black body with the Cliff logo caught people’s eye, and this car showed off race pace strength in DTM races.

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Tamiya is proud to add a new version of the Alpine A110 with an orange Jägermeister livery to our M-06 chassis series. The Alpine A110 was a French compact coupe featuring a lightweight FRP body based upon a steel backbone, rear-wheel drive chassis with the rear-mounted inline-4 engine positioned longitudinally. Production continued from its debut year 1963 until 1977, and the A110 attained fame after victory in the 1971 rally in Monte Carlo. In 1973, this car become the first World Rally champion and its Jägermeister orange livery version achieved a class victory in German circuit races.

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Tamiya’s R/C designers never rest. They are always looking to bring our most hardcore racing fans the very best features that are able to be squeezed into a touring car chassis! Say hello to the TRF420X. The highest end touring car chassis we make, just got better!

Key Updates and retained features:
• The drivetrain features the spur gear positioned toward the chassis center for stable drivability (The motor position is not changed from the TRF420.) Front and rear drive belts are based on the TA08 PRO chassis kit (Item 58693).
• Choose from two types of lower deck (carbon fiber and aluminum).
• Changing screw positions fixing the upper deck allows adjustment of chassis rigidity (at least 6 different setups).
• Features the trustworthy 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension from the TRF420, and high- precision, durable sealed ball bearings of the TRF series as kit-standard.

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The Tamiya M-08 Chassis platform gets a performance boost with this Limited-Edition release. The M-08R Chassis Kit employs various kinds of option parts such as a ball differential, for the rear gearbox, and TRF (Tamiya Racing Factory) precision oil dampers to handle all the fine suspension tuning needed for club races across the globe!

Option Parts Included in the M-08R kit:
42143: 4mm Aluminum Serrated Wheel Nut (4pcs. -Blue)
42357: Cross Joints for Low Friction Assembly Universal Shafts
51000: Hi-Torque Servo Saver (Black)
53509: Hard Fluorine Coated 0.6 Aluminum Pinion Gear (20T/F201)
53642: 5mm Aluminum Ball Connector (Blue)
53823: Clamp Type Aluminum Wheel Hub (5mm Thick)
53851: 46mm Titanium Coated Suspension Shafts 2pcs.
53917: φ 2.6mm Titanium Coated Suspension Shaft Set for Reversible Suspension
53968: 5x5mm Hard Hex Head Ball Head Connector (5pcs.)
54183: M-Chassis Reinforced Freewheel Axle Set
54868: Open Face 5mm Reinforced Adjusters (Medium/8pcs.)
54869: Open Face 5mm Reinforced Adjusters (Long/8pcs.)
54906: M-08 Concept Aluminum Shaft Set
54969: 33mm Lightweight Aluminum Swing Shafts (2pcs.)

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Following the Fire Dragon, Scorcher and Thunder Dragon, Tamiya welcomes Thunder Shot as a re-released and updated version! This R/C model features the same inherited basic specifications from Item 58361 with different CVA oil dampers and the addition of an aluminum motor mount, for better motor performance, and structural rigidity!

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Tamiya brings yet another off-road buggy to its vast library of high-performance and fun to build R/C kits. Welcome the Astute 2022, which is based on the new TD2 chassis! The Astute 2022 2WD off-roader is a variant platform of the 4WD TD4 chassis. Through clever development philosophy, its parts design consists of 95% of the ones used on the TD4.

TD2 chassis at a glance:
The new TD2 chassis is based around the TD4 chassis. Just like the TD4 machine, it employs a front inboard suspension layout which offers exceptionally slim, low-profile form. Its front suspension arms have a skid angle of 25 degrees, for amazing ground-hugging and stable performance, plus CVA oil dampers to allow smooth suspension movement. Furthermore, the chassis is based on a one-piece monocoque frame, uses the same ball differential as the ones used on the TD4 chassis, plus full ball bearings are used throughout the driveline. The battery pack is positioned transversely as opposed to longitudinally on the TD4, and positioned to the rear. Finally, a midship transverse motor layout with 3 gears connecting it to the drivetrain provide optimum balance and improved performance.

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We’re delighted to offer another variant of our 1990 Land Rover Defender 90. This time around we’ve done the body painting for you! The body comes pre-painted in light blue and it sits on top of the trail capable CC-02 chassis!

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In 2018 we released a “Black Special” Limited Edition kit of the classic Avante! No sooner that it came, it went! By popular demand we are bringing this kit back as a re-issue, limited-edition release!

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Our legendary 1/48 Aircraft Series welcomes a new addition in the form of the J variant of the Lockheed P-38 Lightning! Our first P-38 kit, released in late 2019, came in the form of the F/G variant, and it quickly became the definitive P-38 kit of the modeling world.

The Lockheed P-38 Lightning was an American twin engine fighter aircraft produced by Lockheed; it was the first Lockheed fighter aircraft which was officially adopted into service. The P-38’s variants were used during World War II and they reached about 10,000 production planes. Equipped with intercoolers under engines, the P-38J Lightning yielded 1,450hp at high altitude and maximum 1,600hp, plus longer-range courtesy of fuel tanks in its wingtip leading edges in addition to the main fuel tank. As a result, the P-38J offered stable and astonishing performance at any altitude, and gained great renown among American fighter aircraft.

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Tamiya welcomes an updated version of the German Heavy Tank Tiger I Early Production model which was originally released as Item 32504 (die-cast lower hull) in 2004. The Tiger I was one of the most powerful heavy tanks during WWII and its variations have early to late production vehicles. 200 early production vehicles were produced from November 1942 to June 1943 and they were in service in Tunisia from the end of 1942 and Eastern Front, too.

• H parts (lower hull) are from Item 32575 (1/48 German Tiger I Late Production), and E parts (turret)/ F parts (upper hull) based upon Item 32504 are modified for plastic parts' assembly.
• Lower and side hull are depicted by separate parts (diecast, one-piece hull in Item 32504).
• Assembly type tracks have one-piece straight sections.
• Metal chassis weights give the model a realistic heavy feel.
• Includes two new marking options to depict the 503rd Heavy Panzer Battalion (3-color camouflage pattern) or 502nd Heavy Panzer Battalion (overall Dark Yellow).

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Tamiya is delighted to announce a new addition to its extensive 1/48 scale series– the British Main Battle Tank Challenger 2. The Challenger 2 featured an engine based on that of the Challenger 1 (Britain’s main battle tank during the Gulf War), double-pin, double-block tracks and newly designed turret. Its deployment started in 1994, and about 120 Challenger 2s were in service as the main tank of the 7th Armored Brigade in Iraq War in 2003.

Key Model Features:
• The new mold authentically captures the form of Challenger 2 with canvas skirts on side hull, square muffler cover and Combat Identification Panel.
• Moving main gun features realistic elevation.
• Weld lines and side skirts’ ripples are faithfully depicted.
• Features plastic chassis.
• Assembly type tracks have one-piece straight sections.
• Metal chassis weight gives the model a realistic heavy feel.
• One commander torso figure at the cupola hatch is included.
• Comes with one marking option to depict a vehicle which took part in the 2003 invasion of Iraq.

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This 1/35 scale assembly kit recreates the Russian Heavy Tank KV-2, a heavier variant of the KV-1 (Item 35372). The Russian Heavy Tank KV-2 was developed and produced at the same time as the KV-1 chassis, but it incorporated a massive, boxy turret equipped with a 152mm howitzer. Although its weight caused frequent machinery failure during the early part of the German-Soviet War from June, 1941, it’s also recorded that one KV-2 single handedly held up one German division, for a few days. The KV-2 concept also played a role in the development of heavy self-propelled guns such as the JSU-152.

Key Model Features:
• Road wheels are no-rib types which were seen on the KV-2 and early KV-1 models, plus return rollers with rubber rims.
• Features large-diameter idler wheels which were equipped with the early and middle production models. (The KV-1 model has small-diameter late production type.)
• The massive turret with 152mm howitzer is box-type assembly, and its surface such as armor plate and weld lines are authentically depicted.
• Main gun barrel has a realistic rendering of rifling near the muzzle.
• The lower and upper hulls, and tracks are the same as the ones of the KV-1 kit.
• Assembly type tracks feature one-piece straight sections and recreate upper run “sag”.
• Choose between open or closed hatches.
• Comes with two marking options, one crew torso, and one commander full figure.

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Tamiya is delighted to announce the release of a U.S. infantry set to follow the popular German army set (Item 35371 released in 2019). Various series of the short-sleeve M41 jacket and leggings had been the staple of the American Army uniform around June 1944 when the Invasion of Normandy occurred, but from summer in that year onward, the new common uniform was developed for paratrooper, armored and mountain divisions, and the M43 field jacket and 2-buckle boot became common. It’s been 27 years since the last new release of a U.S. infantry set (Item 35192), so this upcoming release will give modelers further options to accessorize their 1/35 scale WWII dioramas!

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Tamiya welcomes back Item 12033 with new Cartograf decals and marking instruction. In 1977, Renault’s RS-01 (first turbo engine Formula One car) started challenging in races, and in 1979, the RS-10 achieved its first triumph. The RE-20 Turbo was a modified version of the RS-10, and this car had a 30kg weight reduction and employed 1.5-liter V6 DOHC twin turbocharged engine capable of around 520hp.

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Tamiya welcomes back a large-scale favorite with the re-issue release of the Fairlady 240Z. Released in October 1969, the Nissan Fairlady Z went on to become a world-renowned high-performance sports car. A stylish long nose, short deck body was married with a 2-liter inline-6 engine and cushioned by 4-wheel independent strut suspension. The 240Z was an export version with 2.4-liter engine that was also released for the Japanese market in November 1971 on the back of excellent race performance. The top-grade variant of the car was the 240ZG, whose form was accented with the long "G nose" and FRP over fenders, and a plethora of tune-up parts was available to those faithful owners who wanted to tweak its performance and stamp their individuality on this legendary car.

This large scale 1/12 model recreates the Fairlady 240ZG, released in Japan in 1971, fitted with a host of tune-up parts typical of the era.

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This model kit is a re-issue of the Nissan Fairlady 280Z with T-Bar Roof, which was originally released as a motorized kit. In August 1978, the second Fairlady Z generation (S130) was announced; one was the 2,000cc 200Z and the other was the 2,800cc 280Z. After that, the Nissan Fairlady 280Z with T-Bar Roof - reinforced glass roof sections could be removed to leave a T-shaped frame - was added in 1980.

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This is the second model of the new Laser Project. This model is one of the main cars of the new Manga series called "MINI4KING". The Jadow A body sits on top of the very capable and super quick VZ chassis!

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Tamiya’s energetic Craft Model Design team never rest! They’ve come up with their latest whimsical Robot creation in a fun new way with the introduction of the Roller-Skating Robot. The Roller-Skating Robot moves forward by opening and closing its legs. This motion is the same as actual skating – a type of motion called swizzle.

Key features of our Rolling Skating friend:
• This Roller-Skating Robot moves forward by opening and closing its legs, and caster limit restricts caster movement and changes lateral to forward motion.
• The rudders on the roller skates can be adjusted to turn right and left.
• Push the left rudder to the outside to turn left, and the right rudder outside to turn right.
• Choose between clear blue body which allows viewing of internal mechanisms and white one which can be freely painted.
• Speed: 33.3 cm/s=1.2 km/h (It takes about 3 seconds to run 1 meter.)
• Minimum turning radius: about 300mm.
• Includes everything needed for easy snap-fit/screw-together assembly.
• Comes with type 130 motor.
• One AA battery is required (sold separately).
• Can move along rails if desired (separately sold universal arms).

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Tamiya is delighted to add the One-Way Clutch to our Educational Construction Series. This One-Way Clutch equipped with 8T pinion gears transmits power in only one rotation direction. One-way clutches are commonly used in industrial machinery and robots, etc. This one-way clutch has numerous and potential uses, for creative construction hobbyists.

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This is a new product, for our Educational Construction Series, which can be used in the water, and provides a simple, clear illustration of various types of motion and how they can be achieved. This is a great, and easy to assemble kit, for hobbyists of all ages!

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