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The Untold Story Behind the Creation of the Tamiya Lunchbox and Midnight Pumpkin Mascot Logos

Behind-the-scene story of the creation of the Tamiya Lunchbox and Midnight Pumpkin mascot marks

Teruo Sahara introduces the behind-the-scenes story of the creation of the Lunchbox and Midnight Pumpkin mascot marks with illustrations. The story of the birth of this long-loved character is a must-see for RC fans.

Telly’s On The Road Again Vol.47, Time Travel! My Tamiya RC History

In the 1980s, I was completely immersed in RC car racing, and switched from window cars to 1/8th scale engine cars. In 1985 and 1987, I competed in the World Championships in Japan and California, USA, but independent suspension and 4WD were too much for me to handle, so I stayed away from racing after the US tour.


In the world of electric RC cars, off-road models were at their peak, and many variations were born, including not only buggy types but also rally cars and grasshoppers. In the 1980s and 1990s, it seemed like new cars were debuting almost every month in all genres, including racing sports, touring, formula, and off-road. Among these was the Lunchbox. High-level machines like the Hot Shot to basic 380 motor buggies, there was a big pre-model. The image of the popular practical monster machine, which was popular for its wild attractions such as lifting up one wheel during jumps, was well utilized, and was still selling well.

One day in 1987, I received an order to create a mascot character for a new model of this big tire. I remember being so happy that I was given a job by Tamiya-sama, whom I admire. The body of the car was reminiscent of a full-size Dodge, and its nickname was “Lunchbox.” It was probably a story about a lunch delivery service for Vanessa’s Lunchbox.

With a wink to decorated with stars and stripes, and her blonde hair fluttering, it felt like “Hi, Vanessa!” The thumbs-up Vanessa was combined with a bold color scheme like the orange and the 1960s, and the result was the best.

Tamiya Porsche 956 Gr. C

A few days ago, RCFans reported that Tamiya was planning to release a classic RC car model, the Porsche 956 Gr.C with product number 47508. Now, the detailed information about this new car has been officially revealed, leaving no doubt about everyone’s love for Porsche!

Tamiya Porsche 956 Group C

Today, Tamiya officially announced that they will launch a brand new product at the end of October 2024 — a 1/10 scale RC model of the 1982 Porsche 956 Group C race car. This new body shell, created from an entirely new mold, will be mounted on an easy-to-assemble ABS bathtub chassis, which features a space frame and FRP plate construction. This design has been previously used in Tamiya’s other Group C models. This is a new release from Tamiya, not a reissue of the 1/12 RM model.

The unique long-tail body, front and rear light cases, and wing are all separately molded in polycarbonate, and the car is equipped with black ABS plastic side mirrors and wing stays. The chassis, based on an ABS bathtub design, combines front and rear space frames with FRP plates to create a composite structure that provides a solid foundation for a smoothly operating suspension system, resulting in a responsive and agile driving experience. The new car comes with a Sport-Tuned motor (configurations may vary by region) and features a direct drive setup. The gears and pinions are connected by a ball pressure plate differential, ensuring smooth cornering performance.

The front wheels use enclosed dish-style hubs, while the rear wheels feature a five-spoke design, both paired with high-grip sponge tires (wheels require painting). This 1/10 scale RC model assembly kit has a length of 483mm, width of 207mm, height of 108mm, and a wheelbase of 270mm. The product number is 47508.

Tamiya Eneos X Prime GR Supra TT-2

Tamiya is set to release a new TT-02 chassis model featuring the Eneos X Prime GR Supra body shell, with the product number 47514.

Tamiya 47514
Tamiya 47514

The Eneos X Prime GR Supra is a Super GT race car based on the Toyota GR Supra. Eneos, as the main sponsor of the Super GT 2021-2022 championship, partnered with Toyota’s ROOKIE Racing team and the Toyota GR Supra GT500 race car for the competition. This race car is named Eneos X PRIME GR Supra. The GR Supra itself is a high-performance car under the Toyota brand, inheriting the classic elements of the Supra series while incorporating modern design and technology. The livery, sponsored by ENEOS, features distinctive branding and color schemes that further highlight its unique identity as a race car with formidable performance.

Tamiya pre-painted RC Products

Tamiya has just announced a few new pre-painted versions of existing RC kits:

RC kits:
47502 Citroen DS (Blue Painted Body) (MB-01 chassis)
47506 1998 Honda NSX Racing (White Painted Body) (TT-02 chassis)
56376 Scania 770 S 8×4/4 (Gun Metal Edition)
Publications:
64454 Tamiya R/C Line-Up Volume 2 2024 (English)

Tamiya Tamico 15th Anniversary Limited Edition – Dancing Rider Custom

The “Tamiya Dancing Rider Custom Speed Delivery 15 Years TAMICO Limited Edition Kit”. As the name suggests, this “Dancing Rider” really has it all. The kit is based on a normal Dancing Rider kit.

Tamico Tamiya

But Tamico “Limited Edition” comes with the following very special parts. The “highlight” is immediately noticeable. Instead of the clear and unpainted body, the kit now includes a pre-cut and actually really “chromed” body. Instead of the original white rims of the Dancing Rider, our kit comes with the special Tamiya 54913/14 rims in neon orange.

Tamiya 1/35 Leopard 2A6 Tank “Ukrainian Army”

Tamiya released 1/35 Scale Leopard 2 A6 TANK Ukraine, which will scheduled to be shipped in late March 2023. The powerful style with the long-barreled 120mm smoothbore cannon has been realistically modeled. Wedge-shaped additional armor on the front and sides of the turret is realistically finished. Clear parts for headlights and taillights. Easy-to-use belt type tracks.It’s limited product,Item No 25207.

Tamiya 1/10 R/C TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 300

Coming Soon the Tamiya 1/10 LC300. Since the first generation model release in 1951, the Toyota Land Cruiser has been one of the most famous 4WD vehicles in the world. This R/C model assembly kit recreates the Land Cruiser 300 series announced in 2021. The polycarbonate body realistically depicts the eye-catching, dignified form with separate parts to capture the distinctive large front grille’s horizontal fins and metal-plated sections. Light case and door mirror components are metal-plated, and door handles and shark fin antenna on roof are rendered by separate parts for more realism. Silver color 12-spoke wheels are paired with block pattern tires.

Tamiya LC300 CC-02

Tamiya CC-02 chassis, designed for a wide range of off-road scenes including rocky terrain, the CC-02 chassis’ ladder frame is inspired by full-size vehicles and is the base for its superior durability. A 4WD setup employs the motor longitudinally behind the front axle, with separated gearbox and transfer case, and propeller shafts transmitting power to the differential gears front and rear. 20 gear ratios between 11.09:1 and 29.28:1 are possible. 4-link rigid suspension is employed front and rear, with CVA oil dampers.

Tamiya TT-02BR 1/10 4WD Buggy

Tamiya 1/10 4WD Buggy TT-02BR is coming, including the Options Parts and provide more suspesion set-up adjustments.

Features
• The transmission uses the oil bath gear differential to be able to adjust the traction simply by using different viscosities of oils.
• New front and rear shock mounts offer more oil filled shock and upper link configuration options.
• The use of front and rear homokinetics ensures stable transmission regardless of suspension travel.
• The central axle and joints have plastic parts to limit wear on the joint.
• Includes two rear wings: a standard Neo Scorcher kit (clear) and the TRF201 part no. 54211 wing. The TRF201 wing includes two large design wings to adjust downforce to track surface conditions and are included also wing holder spacers to adjust the rear wing angle.
• The upper adjustable arms are longer than 4 ~ 6mm and help prevent deformation of the plastic adjustment sections and ensure improved suspension movement.
• The connection of the steering with flanged tubes is characterized by a longer life thanks to the fixing with hexagonal head screws and lock nuts compared to the fixing with 3 × 18 stepped screws.
• Features ball bearings.
• Comes with a dedicated carrying case for the TT-02BR chassis.
• Includes Neo Scorcher bodywork (clear). * Please note that Neo Scorcher stickers are not included.
• Engine and R / C system. they are sold separately.

Include the Options Parts
– Aluminum transmission shaft (new code).
– Carbon shock absorber supports (new code).
– XV-02 / TT-02 Differential with oil bath gears (code TO22049).
– Couplings for aluminum transmission shaft TT-02 (code TO54501).
– Pinion 17T module 06 in hardened aluminum (code TO54768).
– TT-02B / DF-03 aluminum shock absorber set (code TO54993).
– Aluminum rear hubs (code TO53793).
– TT-02B Complete set of adjustable upper arms TO54539).
– DF-02 Constant velocity joints (code TO53791).
– Oversized front rims, 62/25 (code TO53880).
– Oversized rear rims, 62/35 (code TO53881).
– TRF201 rear wing set (code TO54211).
– TT-02B Lower arms and reinforced gear covers 2pcs (code TO54815).
– TT-02 Reinforced lower frame black color (code 54926)