{"title":"Tamiya New Releases - October 2025","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tamiya-14143-1-12-ducati-superleggera-v4-with-racing-kit","title":"Tamiya 14143 1:12 Ducati Superleggera V4 with Racing Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn February 2020 legendary Italian motorcycle maker Ducati wowed the world with the Superleggera V4, an ultra-light high performance bike with a production run of just 500 that was delivered to its lucky owners in a dedicated wooden box, accompanied by a Racing Kit of parts to make it ready for the circuit. The Racing Kit includes a super stylish and high performance Akrapovic exhaust, clutch cover, brake lever guard, fuel cap and more. With the parts fitted, output reaches an eye-popping 234hp and the bike records an astonishing power to weight ratio of 0.65kg\/ps, turning the already impressive Superleggera V4 into a honed track machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a 1\/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 176mm, width: 67mm, height: 98mm. ★Accurately recreates the powerful racing form with biplane wings and removed side mirrors, turn signals and number plate stay. ★The V4 engine, swingarm, front fork, side cowls and fuel tank are all screw-attached to the frame. ★The complex lines of the Akrapovic racing exhaust are recreated using an ergonomic parts breakdown. ★2-part clutch for ease of painting. ★Separate parts depict the racing filler cap, brake lever protector, swingarm cover and more. ★Features solid racing slick tires. ★Cowl carbon fiber patterns are recreated using decals. ★The model comes with a racing stand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50548646215965,"sku":"TAM-14143","price":90.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/3212\/2200\/files\/TAM-14143.jpg?v=1776231003"},{"product_id":"tamiya-19024-1-32-fun-vroom-ez-chassis","title":"Tamiya 19024 Trail Mini 4WD Fun-Vroom (EZ Chassis)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis assembly kit is a beginner-friendly platform - called \"Trail Mini 4WD\" - with the newly designed EZ chassis - into the Mini 4WD model family. The kit ensures ease of assembly with a limited number of parts and does not require Mini 4WD track courses and high-level tune-ups. The first model features a body design inspired by full- size 4WD buggies which give the model a powerful image.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• The new EZ chassis features ease of assembly, and it is molded in tinted smoke-color plastic to make the inside structure visible.\u003cbr\u003e• A central double-shaft motor (Type 130 motor) is used like Mini 4WD PRO kits.\u003cbr\u003e• Cement and screws are not required. Side cutters and tweezers are the only required tools.\u003cbr\u003e• Replace the battery from the chassis underside.\u003cbr\u003e• Using only one AA battery (sold separately), the model moves at walking pace (1m in about 3.6 seconds).\u003cbr\u003e• The model features a 50:1 gear ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50548646379805,"sku":"TAM-19024","price":25.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/3212\/2200\/files\/TAM-19024.jpg?v=1776156296"},{"product_id":"tamiya-24029-1-24-mercedes-benz-500-sec","title":"Tamiya 24029 1:24 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis model kit recreates the 1981 Mercedes Benz 500 SEC. The model kit was originally released in 1982. The re-issue comes with updated decals, instruction manual and packaging.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout the Mercedes Benz 500 SEC\u003cbr\u003eMercedes-Benz has long enjoyed a leading position in the automotive world. The 500 SEC made its debut as a top luxury coupe of its day in fall 1981. This car featured an aerodynamic 2-door hardtop form with four seats and was powered by a 5-liter V8 engine which was capable of 231hp and provided a 225km\/h top speed. The 500 SEC really was the complete package, offering performance, luxury and reliability, and setting the standard for its successors in all areas of the car market for years to come.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/24 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 209mm, width: 87mm, height: 60mm.\u003cbr\u003e• Features realistic depictions of 5-liter V8 engine and interior.\u003cbr\u003e• The engine hood is removable.\u003cbr\u003e• The drive system, 4-wheel independent suspension, propeller shafts and chassis underside are faithfully depicted.\u003cbr\u003e• The interior has realistic renderings of details such as the instrument panel and seats.\u003cbr\u003e• Updated decals recreate instrument panels, logos, patterns of wood panels and seat surfaces.\u003cbr\u003e• Features solid synthetic rubber tires with tread patterns.\u003cbr\u003e• Instructions depict three body colors for painting: silver, white and gold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50548646740253,"sku":"TAM-24029","price":61.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/3212\/2200\/files\/TAM-24029.jpg?v=1761952472"},{"product_id":"tamiya-24032-1-24-honda-prelude-xx","title":"Tamiya 24032 1:24 Honda Prelude XX","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Honda Prelude was already a hit by November 1982 when its second generation was released, including the top grade XX model. The Prelude XX had retractable headlights built into its sleek, aerodynamically honed body, joined by a sporty interior and a tinted sunroof, and technologically was at the front of the pack in its day. Power was provided by a 125hp 1.8-liter inline-four engine, while - unusually for that era - the 4-wheel independent suspension had a front double wishbone design. Its optional anti-lock braking (ABS) system was the first on a Japanese road car, and highlighted Honda's advanced engineering prowess. It is little surprise that the Prelude would go on to be one of the success stories of the 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a 1\/24 scale plastic model assembly kit. ★Length: 180mm, width: 82mm, height: 53mm. ★The low and wide form of the car is depicted in style, with moving recreations of the retractable headlights. ★The 1.8-liter inline-four SOHC engine and engine room are recreated in detail, and can be viewed under the opening hood. ★A detailed underside has depictions of suspension plus steering and exhaust systems. ★Features a realistic interior. ★Solid synthetic rubber tires have tread patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50548646805789,"sku":"TAM-24032","price":50.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/3212\/2200\/files\/TAM-24032.jpg?v=1761952475"},{"product_id":"tamiya-24373-1-24-2025-honda-prelude-bf1-hybrid","title":"Tamiya 24373 1:24 2025 Honda PRELUDE BF1 Hybrid","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1\/24 scale model assembly kit recreates the all-new 2025 HONDA Prelude. It was first teased at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show as a concept car but finally unveiled as a final product at the Tokyo Auto Salon in April 2025. The 2025 Prelude marks the sixth-generation iteration and makes a comeback after the fifth generation was last sold in 2001. The first-generation PRELUDE came out in 1978 which made an impression among commuters looking for a compact, sporty and above all else, fuel-efficient car. The NEW Prelude follows its sport compact coupe heritage by offering a sleek body design and 2.0-liter four-cylinder hybrid engine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/24 scale plastic model assembly kit.\u003cbr\u003e• Choose between reclined and normal positions of rear seats, and open and closed tailgate. These setups can be changed even after assembly.\u003cbr\u003e• Includes parts recreating suitcase, golf bag and Boston bag (one for each).\u003cbr\u003e• Part depicting the optional rear spoiler is also included.\u003cbr\u003e• Features radial tires, decals, metal transfers and masking stickers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50548646871325,"sku":"TAM-24373","price":81.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/3212\/2200\/files\/TAM-24373.jpg?v=1761952477"},{"product_id":"tamiya-24374-1-24-nissan-skyline-2000-turbo-gt-e-s","title":"Tamiya 24374 1:24 Nissan Skyline 2000 TURBO GT-E S","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis model kit recreates the Nissan Skyline 2000 TURBO GT-E, which was originally released in 1981 as a motorized model. (Item24022). This time around, the kit has been updated with a new instruction manual, decals and packaging.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout the Skyline 2000 Turbo GT-E S\u003cbr\u003eAmong the models in the sixth generation Nissan Skyline series which made its debut in August 1981, the 2000 Turbo GT-E･S was a highly sporty version. With its neat wedge-shaped body, this car employed a 2-liter inline-6 turbo engine capable of 145hp and four-wheel independent suspension whose stiffness could be adjusted from the driver’s position, the first time that such a system had ever been included in a mass production car. Disc brakes were installed on all four wheels. Its sophisticated styling and mechanism brought owners to the joy of driving this high-performance GT car.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/24 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 192mm, width: 73mm, height: 62mm.\u003cbr\u003e• Features realistic depictions of interior such as bucket type seats, front MacPherson strut and rear semi- trailing arm suspension.\u003cbr\u003e• Updated decals recreate logos and emblems.\u003cbr\u003e• Synthetic rubber tires.\u003cbr\u003e• Comes with one driver figure.\u003cbr\u003e• Instructions depict 7 body colors for painting: red (*), black metallic (*), gun gray metallic (*), white (**), yellow (**), bright red metallic (**) and silver metallic (**). 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In fact, with 1,360 units it was the most prolifically produced Hien variant; its superior performance at higher altitudes meant that it was often given the brief of taking on incoming U.S. B29 bombers in the skies around the home islands of Japan. One IJA unit which notably deployed the Hien was the 244th Air Group led by Captain Teruhiko Kobayashi. This model features silver color plated parts and camouflage pattern decals to aid in its finishing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout the Model\u003cbr\u003e★This is a 1\/48 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 187mm, width: 250mm. ★Accurately depicts the Ki-61-Id type Hien form with elongated nose and slim fuselage. ★Features silver color metal plated fuselage and wings. ★Ha-40 V12 engine has depiction of supercharger. ★Cockpit includes 20mm cannon ammunition cases and oil tank. ★Choose between open and closed canopy. ★Comes with two drop tanks, camouflage decals, a seated pilot figure, and two marking options.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50548647002397,"sku":"TAM-25424","price":81.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/3212\/2200\/files\/TAM-25424.jpg?v=1761952482"},{"product_id":"tamiya-35389-1-35-h39-french-light-tank","title":"Tamiya 35389 1:35 H39 French Light Tank","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis model assembly kit recreates the French Light Tank H39 making it the fourth French subject in our 1\/35 military miniature series.\u003cbr\u003eBefore WWII, French Army developed the H35 for the Cavalry and in 1939, the H39 appeared as the improved version of the H35. With improved cast pieces such as hull and turret, the H39 featured a 120hp engine and L\/33 37mm gun, and it was in service in the German occupation of Norway in 1940. After the French surrender, German forces upgraded numerous H39 tanks and deployed them as a German tank.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 138mm, width: 56mm.\u003cbr\u003e• The complex turret is realistically depicted, and features ease of assembly facilitated by slide molding.\u003cbr\u003e• Assembly type tracks have one-piece straight sections and realistic upper “sag”.\u003cbr\u003e• Features a realistic depiction of the trench tail used to overcome trenches.\u003cbr\u003e• Includes variant-specific cupola, visors, engine grille, idler wheels, suspension bogies and antenna base. Choose between French or German Army specification.\u003cbr\u003e• Includes 1 full figure (standing French tank crew) and 1 torso (German tank crew scanning ahead from cupola).\u003cbr\u003e• Metal chains are also included for the recreation of French Army tank.\u003cbr\u003e• Comes with a choice of two marking options to recreate a French Army tank in 1940 and a German Army tank in 1945. A full-color painting guide is useful for camouflage painting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50548647067933,"sku":"TAM-35389","price":56.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/3212\/2200\/files\/TAM-35389.jpg?v=1761952485"},{"product_id":"tamiya-35390-1-35-m36-u-s-tank-destroyer","title":"Tamiya 35390 1:35 M36 U.S. Tank Destroyer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis model assembly kit recreates the U.S. Tank Destroyer M36. The subject was first released in 1968 as a motorized single motor kit. It’s now been recreated from the ground up with new tooling, except for the M2 machine gun and clear parts used in other Tamiya WW2 kits that use these newer parts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the M36\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuring WWII, U.S. forces developed the M10 tank destroyer with 76.2mm gun, but it was not effective against powerful German tanks such as the Tiger and Panther. Perched upon the M10A1 chassis equipped with a 450hp gasoline engine, the M36 employed a new open top turret and a 90mm gun. The M36 saw its first action on the Franco-German border in October 1944 and continued until the German surrender in May 1945. Over 1,000 M36s were deployed among 21 battalions and contributed to the Allied forces’ advance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 216mm, width: 88mm.\u003cbr\u003e• The form with open top turret is faithfully captured based on extensive research of the actual tank.\u003cbr\u003e• Features new parts except for M2 heavy machine gun and transparent parts.\u003cbr\u003e• The turret interior has details such as 90mm gun breech and auxiliary machinery.\u003cbr\u003e• The jutting turret rear counterweight is realistically depicted with its curved form and cast surface patterns, and features ease of assembly thanks to the use of slide molding.\u003cbr\u003e• The full interior has realistic depictions such as shell racks, floor and bulkheads.\u003cbr\u003e• Includes parts to recreate exhaust deflector, tow hooks and tow cables.\u003cbr\u003e• Ammunition cases and one full body tanker figure included.\u003cbr\u003e• Assembly type tracks have one-piece straight sections.\u003cbr\u003e• Comes with two marking options to recreate a 3rd Army vehicle in Luxembourg or a 774th Tank Destroyer Battalion vehicle in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50548647133469,"sku":"TAM-35390","price":81.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/3212\/2200\/files\/TAM-35390.jpg?v=1761952488"},{"product_id":"tamiya-60794-1-72-lockheed-martin-f-35c-lightning-ii","title":"Tamiya 60794 1:72 Lockheed Martin F-35C Lightning II","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis model kit recreates the state-of-the-art F-35C Lightning II in easy to manage and display 1\/72 scale. It inherits many of the detailed features first seen in our 1\/48 scale release. Thanks to extensive research on the full-size subject, the C variant of the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II model is poised to be the definitive model in 1\/72 scale!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout the F-35C\u003cbr\u003eThe F-35C is a carrier-based variant designed for catapult-assisted take-off, barrier arrested recovery operations from aircraft carriers. Compared to the F-35A, the F-35C features larger wings with foldable wing tip sections, larger control surfaces for improved low-speed control, stronger landing gear for the stresses of carrier arrested landings, a twin-wheel nose gear, and a stronger tailhook for use with carrier arrestor cables. The larger wing area allows for decreased landing speed while increasing both range and payload.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/72 scale plastic model assembly kit. Wingspan: 182mm, fuselage length: 218mm.\u003cbr\u003e• The F-35C has larger wings and horizontal stabilizers than other F-35 variants for slower aircraft carrier landings.\u003cbr\u003e• Choose one of the two assembly options: extended or folded wingtips.\u003cbr\u003e• Features newly molded parts to recreate the reinforced nose landing gear with dual tires and rigid main landing gear, and tires.\u003cbr\u003e• Landing gear bay features realistic details such as ribs and pipes.\u003cbr\u003e• Fine recreations of Radar Absorbent Material (RAM) are molded into fuselage surfaces.\u003cbr\u003e• Features a realistic rendering of the lower fuselage gun pod. (The gun pod is not attached if using RCS enhancers.)\u003cbr\u003e• Features realistic renderings of the following sections:\u003cbr\u003e- Y- shaped air intake duct for highly advanced stealth characteristics\u003cbr\u003e- Cockpit and landing gear bays\u003cbr\u003e- Martin-Baker US16E ejection seat\u003cbr\u003e- Engine nozzle (1-piece)\u003cbr\u003e- RCS (radar cross section) enhancers affixed to top during basic training exercises, but not in live action or more complex exercises.\u003cbr\u003e• Clear parts recreate canopy and Electro-Optical Targeting System (EOTS) fairing under the nose.\u003cbr\u003e• Includes parts to recreate AIM-9X Sidewinder x2.\u003cbr\u003e• Masking stickers for the canopy and a realistically recreated seated pilot figure with Helmet-Mounted Display (HMD) included.\u003cbr\u003e• Comes with decals to depict 6 marking options (3 from United States Navy and 3 from United States Marine Corps.).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50548647264541,"sku":"TAM-60794","price":66.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/3212\/2200\/files\/TAM-60794.jpg?v=1761952493"},{"product_id":"tamiya-63794-rc-50-year-album","title":"Tamiya 63794 RC 50 Year Album","description":"","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50548647395613,"sku":"TAM-63794","price":144.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/3212\/2200\/files\/TAM-63794.jpg?v=1761952495"},{"product_id":"tamiya-70264-walking-tyrannosaurus","title":"Tamiya 70264 Walking Tyrannosaurus","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe classic wooden Walking Tyrannosaurus, originally released in 1993, has undergone a makeover. The formerly used metal gearbox and parts are changed to the assembled plastic gearbox (featuring built-in motor with cables) and plastic parts for safe and ease of assembly. Transparent plastics offer visibility of mechanisms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Length: 312mm, width: 86mm, height: 158mm (approximate dimensions). Weight: approximately 200g (including battery).\u003cbr\u003e• One separately sold AA battery is required. Continuous running time: about three hours.\u003cbr\u003e• The assembled plastic gearbox has only two cables, which eliminates the difficult assembly of the power unit.\u003cbr\u003e• Gear ratio: 280:1.\u003cbr\u003e• Speed: about 4cm\/s. (The model moves 1m in about 25 seconds.)\u003cbr\u003e• The body is redesigned based upon in-depth research at the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum.\u003cbr\u003e• The body made of wood allows easy modifications and decoration with paint and pens.\u003cbr\u003e• Materials: transparent plastic and wood (poplar-type).\u003cbr\u003e• The model strides forward with legs featuring U-shaped parts at soles moving arms, neck and tail. The model also rocks as its weight transfers, and its legs move forward.\u003cbr\u003e• Running on even surfaces is recommended. On uneven surfaces such as carpets, the model may not move or fall.\u003cbr\u003e• Challenge level: 2 (5 is the highest.). 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Continuous running time: about four hours.\u003cbr\u003e• The assembled plastic gearbox has only two cables, which eliminates the difficult assembly of the power unit.\u003cbr\u003e• Gear ratio: 280:1.\u003cbr\u003e• Speed: about 1.67 cm\/s. (The model moves 1m in about 60 seconds.)\u003cbr\u003e• The body is redesigned based upon in-depth research at the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum.\u003cbr\u003e• The body made of wood allows easy modifications and decoration with paint and pens.\u003cbr\u003e• Materials: transparent plastic and wood (poplar-type).\u003cbr\u003e• The model slowly moves forward swinging its head and tail from side to side, which gives it a more realistic look.\u003cbr\u003e• The link mechanism moves forelegs and head, weight transfer moves the tail, and link and crank mechanism rotation moves hind legs.\u003cbr\u003e• Challenge level: 2 (5 is the highest.). 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Weight: approximately 240g (including battery).\u003cbr\u003e• One separately sold AA battery is required. Continuous running time: about four hours.\u003cbr\u003e• The assembled plastic gearbox has only two cables to connect, which eliminates difficult assembly.\u003cbr\u003e• Gear ratio: 288:1.\u003cbr\u003e• Speed: about 1.8cm\/s. (The model moves 1 meter in about 55 seconds.)\u003cbr\u003e• The body is newly designed based upon in-depth research at the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum. 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