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Creator of Mini 4WD – The future of plastic models...


Author: Akira Kobayashi, ITmedia What do you think of when you hear the word plastic model? From Showa to the early Heisei period, plastic models were essential items for boys. There will be many people who are excited about Zero Battle, Yamato, Mini 4WD and Gundam. Recently, however, there are few stores selling plastic models […]

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Philippines gears up for Tamiya Asia challenge – CNN video...


The Philippines is hosting the Tamiya mini 4-wheel drive Asia challenge next week. What should we expect from the event which serves as the battle ground for the world championships? Source: CNN Philippines

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Photos and contents of Tamiya Vintage RC Car Museum 2...


A sequel to the popular “TAMIYA Vintage RC Car Museum” is now available. This time, the Tamiya RC cars, which appeared in 1992-2000, are covered almost entirely (some models are not listed). As in the last time, all photos are taken down. In addition, all box art of the machine which appears this time. It […]

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Official product video of Tamiya 57409 Lunch Box Mini SW-01


★ Say hello to a brand new highly compact, versatile 4WD superstar – the Lunch Box Mini! ★ The SW-01 chassis’ 4WD drivetrain features the motor in the chassis center with gears distributing power to the front and rear gear differentials. ★ Offers a tight turning circle and thrilling wheelie action. ★ The body is […]

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Tamiya among the awards again


1/14 R/C Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 6×4 Timber Truck model receives Truckmodell-Star 2019 award! Tamiya is proud to announce that our revolutionary R/C truck model of the Volvo FH16 Globetrotter 750 6×4 Timber Truck has taken 2nd place in the prestigious Truckmodell-Star Awards in 2019! The award is given by major German hobby industry publisher […]

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Coming soon – Book Tamiya Vintage RC Car Museum 2


– A sequel to [TAMIYA Vintage RC Car Museum], a catalog of Tamiya RC cars from 1976 to 1992. – This time, we will combine the Tamiya RC cars that appeared between April 1992 and 2000 into one volume. – As before, we will practice taking down photos for this book, and explain each one […]

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