{"title":"Tamiya - 1\/32 Racer Mini 4WD","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"tamiya-sm-18025","title":"[PREORDER] Dash No.1 Emperor Type 3 chassis specification","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"product-title product-detail__gap-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e[PREORDER]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Arrival: Dec 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDash No.1 Emperor Type 3 chassis specification\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a plastic model assembly kit of a 4WD racer that offers high-performance driving with a shaft-drive 4WD system, and also allows you to enjoy racing with friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Emperor Type 3 chassis specification boasts an impressive style with a large wing and powerfully protruding side pontoons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, some parts are thinned to facilitate weight reduction, such as cutting out the window sections and replacing them with mesh. Equipped with basic slick tires on the Type 3 chassis, two gear ratios are available: 6.4:1 and 5:1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy upgrading performance to aim for faster speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly is easy with snap-fit assembly that requires no glue, and motorization is done without wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Basic Specifications]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● Overall Length (Finished): 127 mm ● Overall Width: 86 mm ● Overall Height: 53 mm ● Single shaft motor Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[Items to be Purchased Separately]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● 2 x AA Batteries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[First Release Month]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in January 1990 as 18025 \"Dash 1 Emperor Type 3 Chassis Specification\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TAMIYA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58155933467004,"sku":"18025","price":14.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/7555\/0809\/files\/18025_A1.jpg?v=1793923143"},{"product_id":"tamiya-sm-18643","title":"[PREORDER]  Rise Emperor (MA chassis)","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"product-title product-detail__gap-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e[PREORDER]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Arrival: Dec 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTAMIYA 1\/32 Rise Emperor (MA chassis)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a plastic model assembly kit for a high-performance racer equipped with a double-shaft motor. The mini 4WD manga 'Hyper Dash!' by Hiroyuki Takei, which began serialization in the second issue of Shogakukan's 'CoroCoro Aniki,' \"4WDRO.\" The new machine driven by the protagonist, the Hinomaru 4WD driver, is the Raize Emperor. The body design was refined by Mr. Takei, inspired by the style of the popular first-generation Dash No.1 Emperor. It features a powerful frame covering the body at the front and sides, and the air intake on top of the enlarged canopy—a hallmark of the new dash machine—is also impressive. The carefully crafted shape, including the canopy-side lights and rear damper unit, carried over from the first generation, is a highlight of its meticulous attention to detail. The chassis is an MA equipped with a dual-shaft motor designed for drive efficiency. The large white four-spoke wheels are fitted with slick tires.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[ MA Chassis Pursuing Drive Efficiency ] MA stands for Midship AERO. The \"MS Chassis\" features a mid-engine layout with a double-shaft motor mounted in the center of the body, and the \"AR Chassis\" is designed with special attention to airflow (aerodynamics) during driving. The \"MA Chassis\" combines the outstanding features of each into a single chassis. Of course, leveraging the racing know-how accumulated so far, we have thoroughly refined driving performance, including six low-friction resin rollers and a rear skid bar as standard. Additionally, the adoption of an integrated monocoque structure further improves assembly and maintenance, making it suitable for a wide range of drivers—from beginners to veteran racers, as well as street races held on smaller courses and official competitions on large dedicated five-lane circuits. 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