Tamiya Subaru Brat (1983, 2007)

Tamiya’s re-issue initiative continues to bring back the oldies. The Subaru Brat was originally issued in 1983 and has been re-issued in 2007. As expected, the re-issue remains very faithful to the original while adding a few improvements.

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Originally posted 2015-07-17 16:08:13.

Tamiya Kubelwagen Type 82 (2000)

If you’re a fan of the Tamiya RC Tanks, then here’s one accessory you won’t want to be without.

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Originally posted 2015-06-17 14:22:20.

Tamiya Jaguar X JR-12 (1991, 2005)

This model was originally released in 1991 and was subsequently re-released in 2005 with a fully finished body. Continue Reading >>

Originally posted 2015-05-09 12:28:45.

OMI UP Turbines #1 & #2 get DCC

Here’s another DCC conversion of a classic brass set, with some unique challenges. See the original post here: http://www.rcgrabbag.com/archives/overland-models-up-steam-turbine-number-1

Overland Models UP Steam Turbine #2

Ever heard the expression “Hard as hens teeth to find”? I think I just found one. Continue Reading >>

New Train Videos

I’ve posted a couple more videos on my YouTube channel. They are of the newly released MTH HO NYC passenger consists – the 20th Century Limited, and the Empire State Express. Both are pulled by matching streamlined Hudson locomotives. Continue Reading >>

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