Tamiya Mini 4WD Catalog

D W 4 i n Mi

9 0 0 2 g o l a t a c t c u d o r p

www. t ami yaus a. c om

Mini

4WD ABOUT MINI 4WD

Tamiya introduced mini 4WD cars in 1982. A cement-free snap together kit, Tamiya Mini 4WD vehicles are basically “plastic model kits”. There are six series of Mini 4WD cars: The Super Mini 4WD series, the Fully Cowled Mini 4WD series, the Racing Mini 4WD series, the Aero Mini 4WD series, the Mechanical Mini 4WD series, and the latest series, Mini 4WD PRO. The Mini 4WD Pro series is built on the MS chassis. This vehicle features a revolutionary double shaft motor for a dramatically lower center of gravity and optimum balance. The nose, center and tail units latch together to form a box-type structure, which dramatically improves durability and rigidity, while ensuring stability and high speeds. This new series features a twin motor shaft that transmits power directly to both front and rear wheels, which removes the need for a propeller shaft and balancing the motor chassis layout. The newly developed MS chassis is designed with a 3-part detachable chassis that can be tunedup with a wide range of separately available Hop Up parts to improve and customize performance.

All of the Mini 4WD kits have upgrade parts, which are available for performance improvements. For example, using optional ball bearing helps to minimize friction loss and utilize motor power more efficiently. By selecting the right Hop Up parts, you can enhance the performance of your car or the stability in curves during acceleration. Besides enhancing performance, you can customize your Mini 4WD to make it special and unique. Be creative while “tuning up” your car. Try cutting material out of your car to make it lighter or painting it with vivid colors. Tamiya Mini 4WD’s give you the excitement of racing as if you were the car designer, engineer and racecar driver.

Mini 4WD’s are reasonably priced and can be considered a learning experience for many kids. They are easy-to-assemble and a great first time hobby for kids and adults. It is something a parent and child can do together. By assembling their own cars and racing them, children gain a sense of creativity and pride. The true appeal of Mini 4WD’s can be found in racing them. Many 4WD fans compete in events put on by local retailers. The excitement of Mini 4WD racing is not just making them go fast, but in analyzing and improving your car. This is what sets Mini 4WD racing apart from other activities for kids and has made it one of the fastest growing hobbies in the world.

All content of this catalog, but not limited to, text, graphics, and logos are the property of Tamiya America, Inc and is protected by the United States and International copyright laws. The contents of this catalog are intended as a general preview of the Mini 4WD series offered by Tamiya, Inc. Any other use, including the reproduction, modification and republication of the catalog contents is strictly prohibited. The names, logos, taglines, and characters belone solely to Tamiya America, Inc. and Tamiya, Inc. Japan. Product names and descriptions are subject to change at any time without prior notice. This catalog or any portion of it may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, or exploited for any commerical purposes without the expressly granted written consent by Tamiya America, Inc. All Rights Reserved ©September 2009

tamiya mini 4wd series

Designs & Layout: Laurel Kamper, Marketing Coordinator

O!

D PR W 4 i n i th M i w n u f e

Japan Cup Jr. Circuit

Hav

You can unleash your speed machines on this giant three-lane oval course.

Mini 4WD Oval Home Circuit The two-lane course is perfect for enjoying Mini 4WD at home!

There ar to pla e even way y off t he tra s ck!

Game #1

The Long Jump

These Mini 4WD circuits are made according to the same specifications as the Tamiya Offical Race Circuits. Track can be made bigger with extensions or by joining numerous tracks.

Even without a course, you can use your Mini 4WD Pro for many types of games. Below are a few games that use the vehicle’s straight line performance.

This is a contest to see who can jump the farthest. You can change the starting point, motor and gears to get different distances.

You can make a barrier with cards, or blocks.

Game #2

Bowling Contest See who can knock down the most cans. Add more cans or launch from farther away to make it more challenging.

*Please play in a safe, open area. Unexpected accidents can occur when playing near people.

tamiya mini 4wd series

MINI 4WD BASIC KNOWLEDGE You can enhance the performance of your Mini 4WD by using many of Tamiya’s upgrade parts, which can provide increased power or faster speeds. In order to do this, you will need to understand the basic elements of Mini 4WD vehicles.

1. Motor The installation of a tune-up motor is the best way to increase the speed of your car.

There are eight kinds of motors available as upgrades. All of them achieve higher performance than the standard motor included in the kit. It is essential to select the right motor since some are designed for top speed, while others are geared more for cornering.

2. Gear Ratio At a given motor’s output, top speed and acceleration are determined by the gear ratio.

In comparison, between a 4:1 gear ratio and a 5:1 gear ratio, the smaller 4:1 ratio is more suitable for speed oriented circuits, while the bigger 5:1 produces more acceleration.

3. Tires Tires play an important part when it comes to your car’s performance. Take into consideration tire weight, diameter, and width, to determine what type of tire will work best for the course you will be running.

Difference in Diameters Small Diameter: Good for a quick start, but not for top speed. Small diameter tires lower the center of gravity and help your car corner better.

Large Diameter: Good for top speed and suitable for long straights. Better shock absorption for bumpy course joints.

Difference in Width Wide Tires: Provide stability during cornering.

Good for technical courses with banking curves and ups and downs.

Narrow Tires: Good for long straights. Less drag on the motor, which may give the advantage of longer run times.

Performance Differences Among The Various Gear Ratios Different gear ratios are available for all chassis. Use a small ratio for high speed courses and a bigger one for technical courses with many curves. Set up the gears according to the track you are racing on.

Difference in Material Rubber: Weighs more than the sponge type, but grips better. Useful for jumps and lower center of gravity.

Sponge: Weighs less than rubber type, but has a lower grip characteristic.

Reston: Lighter than the regular sponge type and has better gripping. Can be used on all kinds of wheels.

Tire Maintenance Use transparent tape to clean your sponge tires. Clean rubber tires with an eraser and remove the eraser pieces with tape.

tamiya mini 4wd knowledge

4. Wheels Wheels, as well as tires, play an important role in tuning up your car. There are various types with different diameters and structures. Select the right one for your application. Most types can be used on any Mini 4WD; however, if you have a Fully Cowled Mini 4WD, body modification will be required if you use anything other than the standard, small-diameter type wheels.

Type of Wheels Small Diameter Type: Narrow Wheels (which are standard for the Fully Cowled Mini 4WD), Wide Super Low-Height Wheels and Wheels for semi-pneumatic tires.

Large Diameter Types: Included in a Super Mini 4WD snap kit. A lot of designs are available. Pick one that appeals to you.

One Way Type: Light One Way Wheels, Wide One Way Wheels, Low Height One Way Wheels, Narrow One Way Wheel.

Normal Wheel vs. One Way Wheel Normal: The speed of the wheels on both sides of a car is the same. This is good for the straights; however, the outer wheel tends to be dragged during cornering and this may slow your car down.

One Way: The outer wheel rotates faster than the inner wheel does, which ensures smooth cornering and is preferred for technical courses with many curves.

5. Rollers Rollers are a must when racing on walled circuits. Altering the rollers will enable you to set up your car for the demands of any track. Key points in using rollers are their size, location and angle. Make sure you have clearance between the rollers and the body tires. Any contact will slow your car down or even damage parts.

Most races have regulations concerning the number and size of rollers.

Also the position and size of the rollers can affect your overall length and width of your Mini 4WD. Check the local regulations to make certain that your car is in compliance before you race.

For more information visit www.tamiyausa.com/mini4wd

tamiya mini 4wd knowledge

Mini 4WD PRO Mini 4WD PRO is the latest line of the series. Built on the new MS Chassis, the PRO series features the batteries on either side of the motor for dramatically lowered center of gravity and optimum balance. Nose, center and tail units latch together to form box-type structure, dramatically improving durability and rigidity, while ensuring stability and top speeds.

18607 NITRO THUNDER

18608 NITRO FORCE

18609 TORCRUISER

18611 RAYVOLF

18615 MANTA RAY MK. II

18616 AVANTE X

18617 NEO FALCON

18619 NITRAGE Jr.

18621 BISON MAGNUM

18622 RODEO SONIC

18623 SAVANNA LEO

18624 HOT SHOT Jr. (MS CHASSIS)

18625 DASH-1 EMPEROR

18626 AVANTE MK.III 18627 AVANTE MK.III AZURE NERO

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

18628 DASH 2 BURNING SUN (MS CHASSIS)

Mini 4WD PRO

18629 TRIDAGGER XX

18631 SPIN-AXE Mk. II

18613 TRF Race Jr.

94592 JR DASH-1 EMPEROR- Finished

94594 JR AVANTE X LTD EDITION-Finished

94595 NEO FALCON LTF EDITIONFinished

94641 JR THUNGDER SHOT Mk. II Bk Spl

94665 JR MANTA RAY Mk. II Black Sp.

94671 JR NEO FALCON WHITE SPECIAL

94673 JR AVANTE MK. III AZUREFinished

94674 JR AVANTE MK. III NERO- Finished

94680 MOMOIHALKO SPECIAL VER.2 HOT SHOT

94683 JR SAVANNA LEO BLACK SPECIAL

94684 JR BISON MAGNUM G-SPECIAL

94692 JR AVANTE Mk. III RED SPECIAL

94644 JR BISON MAGNUM- Finished

94660 JR THUNDER SHOT Mk. II PINK

94666 JR DASH-1 EMPEROR KIT- TYPE 3

94667 JR DASJ-01 SUPER EMPEROR Sp.

94670 DASH-1 EMPEROR- Finished

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

Mini 4WD PRO Parts Mini 4WD PRO features a 3-part detachable chassis that can be tuned-up with a wide variety of seperately available Grade-Up Parts to improve and cutomize performance.

15402 JR Light Dash Motor PRO

15346 JR TorqueTuned Motor PRO

15375 JR Hyper Dash Motor PRO

15374 JR Lightweight Center Chassis

15354 JR Mini 4WD PRO Racer’s Box

15355 JR PRO High Speed Gear Set 4:1 gear ratio

15387 JR Lg Dia 1-Way Wheels- Offset Tread

15397 JR Offset Tread Tires- 4pc Low Profile

15358 JR LH Tire/ Wheel Set (Finished)

15359 JR LH Tire/ Wheel Set (Dish)

15366 JR Lg Dia Carbon Wheel Set w/ soft slick tires

15368 JR Lg Dia Narrow LW Wheels w/ Arched Tires

15370 JR Manta Ray Mk. II Body Set

15371 JR Neo Falcon Body Set

15353 JR Veldaga Body Set (Finished)

15347 JR PRO Gear Bearing Set

15382 JR Bumperless N-03/ T093 Units

15356 JR Body Mount Adapter

15357 JR FRP Wide Plate

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

Mini 4WD PRO Parts

15398 JR Double Aluminum Rollers 13-12mm

15399 JR MS Chassis Brake parts Set

15400 JR Fluorine Coated Gear ShaftRibbed (2pc)

94603 JR Aluminum Wide Plate Set (Ltd Ed)

94611 JR Tune Up Parts (Cornering) Ltd Edition

94642 JR Hard LowHeight- Tire & Carbon Wheel Set (fin)

94643 JR Hard Arched Tire- Narrow large dia. Carbon Wheel

94585 JR Avante Mk. II Blue Body-Ltd. Edition

94672 JR PRO LW Center Chassis- Orange

94694 JR Sm Dia Offset Tread Tires- Soft/ Clear

94695 JR Sm Dia Offset Tread Tires-Hard/ White

94696 JR HG FRP

94698 JR HG Angle Adjuster Chip Set

94699 JR HG Threaded Bear Bushing Set

15350 JR REV-Tuned Motor PRO

15357 JR FRP Wide Plate

15360 JR Gold Plated Terminal Set

15361 JR Underside Stabilizing Head

15362 JR Rear Double Stay- MS Chassis

94646 JR MS Plate Brake Set

Wide Front Plate- Carbon Reinforced (N03)

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

Mini 4WD PRO Parts

15363 JR PRO Reinforced Gear Cover

15364 JR Lg. Dia Soft Tire Set Clear

15365 JR Lg Dia Hard Tire Set White

15367 JR Reinforced N-02/T-01 Units

15369 JR Avante Mk. II Clear Body SetPRO

15372 JR PRO FRP Support Plate Set

15385 JR Stabilizer Ball Cap- Monochrome

15377 JR Wide Roller Stay Set-Damped

15379 JR Offset Tread Tires- Hard/ White

15381 JR PRO Low Friction Roller Set

15386 JR Stabilizer Ball Cap- Bright

15388 JR Narrow Reston Sponge Tires (Black)

15390 JR Fluorine Coated Gear ShaftStraight 2pcs

15391 JR Stabilizer Head Set11mm, 15mm

15393 JR Steel Bearing 4pcs- Fluorine Coated

15396 JR Small Dia Offset Tread 4pcs

94663 JR Aluminum Wide Plate Set (Pink)

15376 JR Offset Tread Tires

94686 JR Lightweight Center Chassis- Smoke

15394 JR FRP Multi Roll Setting Stay

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

Mini 4WD PRO Parts

94693 JR Rr Double Aluminum Plate T-03

94697 JR HG FRP Wide Rear Plate- Carbon Reinforced

15348 JR 60mm HG Reinforced Shafts

15349 JR MS Chassis Super Speed Gear

Create Your Own Unique Racers

Choose from a wide range of Grade-Up Parts to improve speed, upgrade durability and design a machine like no other in this world.

JR Light Dash Motor PRO

Super Speed Gear Set

Balance between the HyperDash Motor and TorqueTuned Motor. Offers excellent efficiency and endurance.

(Item 15402)

Add 35.1 gear to Nitro Thunder and Nitro Force to take speed to the next level and demolish the competition.

(Item15349)

Torque-Tuned Motor PRO

High Speed Gear Set (4:1)

High torque motor reduces power loss and provides high speed running. Features brass pinion gears. (Item 15346)

Use spare Nitro Thunder high speed gear with cars equipped with small diameter tires to improve acceleration.

(Item15355)

REV-Tuned Motor PRO

FRP Wide Plate

High Revolution motor capable of impressive speed on straight. Features brass pinion gears. (Item 15350)

Attach plate to widen roller positions, enabling sharper corneringand more stable running. (Item15357)

Atomic-Tuned Motor PRO

Golden Plated Terminal Set

High efficiency motor with good balance of speed and torque. Features brass pinion gears. (Item 15351)

Gold plated terminal connectors are rust-resistant and highly conductive, improving battery efficiency. (Item15360)

Low-Height Tires & Wheel

Underside Stabilizing Head Set Attach to underside of front & rear bumpers to improve stability and prevent car from flying of the track.

(Item15361)

Stylish gold-colored fin-type sports car wheels with small diameter low-height tires.

(Item 15358)

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

Super Mini 4WD Tamiya’s Mini 4WD racing expertise is fully packed in the “Super Mini 4WD” machines. Track-proven components such as speed tuned gears, large diameter wheels and slick tires, etc. are standard. Requires an electric motor and two UM3 (AA) size batteries for operation (not included).

19513 JR BIG BANG GHOST GPA with #980112M motor

19515 JR BOOMERANG 10 GPA with #9801112M motor

94647 JR NEOTRIDAGGER ZMC SPCL KIT

94648 JR PROTO-SABER JB SPECIAL KIT

94649 JR SPIDER ZEBRA SPECIAL K

94650 JR RAY STINGER SPECIAL KIT

94583 JR SUPER MINI 4WD LTD. FIVE CAR SET

19507 JR ASTROBOOMERANG with #980112M motor

AERO Mini 4WD Aerodynamically sculptured body shell is combined with Tamiya’s latest Mini 4WD chassis mechanics. The Aero Mini 4WD car models feature track proven shaft-drive full-time 4WD mechanics and other competition oriented specifications. Quick release motor housing is efficient while tuning. Requires a 130 type electric motor and two UM3 (AA) size batteries for operation (not included).

94689 JR MAXBREAKER CX09 BLACK Sp.

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

Dagun Racing Series

17617 DR17 DYNA TRIGGER

17620 DR20 STRIKE SCORPION

17702 DRX-2 FIRE ATLAS

Dangun Racers are racing machines that battle in the same lane.

These machines can catch up with their rivals, compete side by side and then beat them out. Dagun Racer’s thrilling speed accelerates the excitement.

94562 DRX-2 BLACK ATLAS

17701 DRX-1 Wing-Vulcan

Dagun Parts /Accessories

15339 DR 8T Pin Gear/ HG Gear ShaftFluorine Coated

15260 DR Reston Sponge Tire Blue

94443 DR Stabilizer Fin/ Guard Set

69542 Dangun Circuit

Dagun Racers: How to Compete One on One Battle with Pace Car

This game consists of two Dangun Racers and one pace car (Dangun Racer basic model). The pace car should be a little slower than the battlers.

How to race:

Release the 2 racers in the center of the circuit on the upper level. At the same time, release the pace car on the lower level. This is one minute race. If either racer laps the other within a minute, that racer is the winner. If neither one can lap the other within a minute, the leader is the winner. Even if a racer flips over, it can continue to race by recovering before the other racer passes by.

69561 Dangun Oval Circuit

What You Need: Dangun Racers Circuit 2 Dangun Racers 1 Pace Car (Dangun Racer basic model) Stopwatch

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

Racing Mini 4WD 1/32 SCALE RACING MINI 4WD These small racers feature a shaft driven 4WD chassis powered by two R6/AA/UM3 batteries. A wide range of body and chassis lineup offers you the best suited machine for high-speed or technical racing. Tune-up parts are also sold separately for better performance, precise settings and extra fun! No cement is required for assembly.

18002 JR HORNET

18016 JR GRASSHOPPER II- CK816

18035 JR MANTA RAY

94618 JR MAGNUM SABER SPECIAL KIT

94620 JR CYCLONE MAGNUM SPECIAL KIT

94621 JR BEAT MAGNUM SPECIAL KIT

94669 JR DASH-001 GREAT EMPEROR SP.

18017 JR RISING BIRD CK817

18024 JR WINNING BIRD CD924

94584 JR POSEIDON X BLACK SP. LTD EDITION

94668 JR DASH-0 HORIZON SP.

18038 JR PROTOEMPEROR ZX CD938

RC Mini 4WD Series

18042 JR TOP FORCE EVOLUTION

Factory assembled transmitter and receiver are included for Full Operation Kit. You can simply enjoy running the model as a Mini 4WD without receiver.

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

19712 RC RAYBRIG NSX 2002

19709 JR RC NISSAN 350Z MINI 4WD RC

Mini 4WD Tune Up Parts

94597 JR Classic Tune-Up Parts SetLtd Ed. 1

94598 JR ClassicTune Up Parts SetLtd. Ed. 2

15287 JR RC HexHole Ball Bearing4pcs

94607 JR Ball Head Set for Stab. Pole-

94608 JR Double Roller/ FRP Plate- Ltd Ed.

94609 JR Guide Roller Ball Bearing 7mm Diameter 2 sets

94617 JR Guide Roller Ball Bearing- Ltd. Ed.10mm Dia 2 sets

94625 JR Stab Pole Ball Head Set 2- Ltd.

94656 JR Mini 4WD VS Chassis- Reinforced White

94658 JR Mini 4WD SS Screw C (40mm)

94659 JR Height Adjustment Roller & FRP Plate Set

15289 JR RC 8T Pinion Gear Set- Metal/ Plastic

15373 JR Roller Angle Adjuster Plate

15390 JR Fluorine Coated Gear ShaftStraight 2 pcs

15161 JR 3-Spoke Ball- Race Rollers (17mm/ Aluminum)

15176 JR Down Thrust Roller- Alumi-

15232 JR 4WD Screw Set A

15198 JR Rear Sliding Damper/ Brake

94343 JR Avante Clear Body Set

15059 JR Stabilizing Pole

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

Mini 4WD Performance Upgrade Parts

15111 JR Round Hole B/B- PRO MS Compatible

94597 JR Classic Tune-Up Parts SetLtd Ed 1

15132 JR Special Ratio Gear Set

15149 JR Aluminum Motor Support

15180 JR 13mm Guide Roller B. Bearing

94598 JR Classic Tune-Up Parts Set-

15236 JR High Speed Counter Gear Set

94581 JR Side Ext. Roller Mount- Red Mini PRO MS

94596 HOTSHOT Jr. (Mini 4WD 25th Anniv.)

94618 MAGNUM SABER SPECIAL KIT

IM

Limited Edition Mini 4WD MINI 4WD 4WD * Please note that due to limited quantity production runs, some of these items may no longer be available.

94605 JR Classic Tune-Up Parts SetLtd Ed.3

94649 BEAK SPIDER ZEBRA SPECIAL KIT

94650 RAY STINGER SPECIAL KIT

94683 SAVANNA LEO BLACK SPECIAL

94684 BISON MAGNUM G-SPECIAL

94648 PROTO-SABER JB SPECIAL KIT

94621 BEAT-MAGNUM

94647 NEO TRIDAGGER ZMC

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

Trucking Mini 4WD

19009 JR Mercedes Benz Unimog CD109

19010 JR Wild Willy CD110

19013 JR Toyota Land Cruiser ‘90 Dkr

19021 JR Toyota Landcruiser 100

Trucking Mini 4WD are fun to race around your home.

Require 2 AA batteries.

19019 JR Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

Wild Mini 4WD These racing mini stompers are powered by a powerful electric motor and incorporate a state of the art gear train with 4WD mechanics.

17015 JR ISUZU Geolander Baja 1000

17014 JR JUGGERNAUT Jr.

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

17009 HI-LUX MONSTER RACER CF709

17013 JR MAMMOTH DUMP TRUCK

17001 JR MONSTER BEETLE CF701

Tires and Wheels

15117 JR Reston Sponge Tires (Blue)

15226 JR L Dia One Way Wheel- Wide Tread

15388 JR Narrow Reston Sponge Tires

94695 JR Sm Dia Offset Tread Tires-Hard/ White

15213 JR Narrow 1-way Wheel Set-

15364 JR Lg. Dia Soft Tire Set Clear

15365 JR Lg Dia Hard Tire Set White

15379 JR Offset Tread Tires- Hard/

Visit www.tamiyausa.com/mini4wd for more information about each item!

15396 JR Small Dia Offset Tread Tires 4pcs

Mini Racing Motors See the basic knowlege page to find which motor is best for you!

15225 JR Touch-Dash Motor

15134 JR Mini 4WD Torque Tuned Motor

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

15317 JR RC Power Dash Motor

15318 JR RC Sprint Dash Motor

15186 JR Plasma Dash Motor

15215 JR AtomicTuned Motor

Accesories and Tools

15389 JR Mini 4WD Multi Purpose Case

74037 JR Mini 4WD Drill

94679 JR Oval Home Circuit w/ Neo Falcon & Savanna Leo

74010 JR Pocket Tool Set- MD010

15184 JR Mini Lap Don’t Timer forget to accesorize!

15208 JR Mini 4WD Motor Case

Jr. Mini 4WD Race Circuits

94701 JR Japan Cup Circuit Yellow- Special Edition

69506 JR Racing Mini 4WD Circuit

69511 JR Slope Section 2 pcs for #69506

Bring the excitement home!

69539 JR O-H 2 Level Circuit w/ Lap Timer

94700 JR Japan Cup Circuit Orange- Spc

94654 Jr Oval Circuit with Nitro Thunder & Manta ray kits

69538 JR Wave Section Set for

Check out our tracks so you can race at home!

TAMIYA MINI 4WD SERIES

www.tamiyausa.com/mini4wd Tamiya America, Inc. 36 Discovery, Suite 200 Irvine, CA 92618-3765 (800) TAMIYA-A (949) 362-2240 (Main Line)

!

WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD-Small parts.

Not for children under 3 years.

Š 2009 Tamiya America Inc.