Super ally 412 Posted September 29, 2021 What are the 3 tamiya kits every collection should have.Mine would be the hornet,hotshot and blackfoot.What are yours? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matisse 1581 Posted September 29, 2021 *sound of can of worms opening......* 1 12 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadInventor 3884 Posted September 29, 2021 If I had to pick 3 only it would be these Hotshot II, TXT-1, Wild One Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
svenb 3778 Posted September 29, 2021 🤔 TB evolution TA03 R TRF Group C 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nikko85 3453 Posted September 29, 2021 No idea, I haven't played enough of them, but I'd say: Hornet or Grasshopper Monster Beetle/Blackfoot TT01 as a touring car or rally car. For me, Tamiya seems to represent fun, not all out performance. I'd also argue the Grasshopper and Blackfoot are two of the nicest looking cars there are, and you've got to have an early 90s touring or rally car. All cheap, cheerful and classics. I have none of these BTW, so don't listen to me. But IF I was to become a Tamiya collector, this is what I'd get. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
martinjpayne 273 Posted September 29, 2021 Easy... Hotshot II Dyna Storm Leonis 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Albert Attaboy 141 Posted September 29, 2021 The gorgeous Sonic Fighter... ...times three - one for the shelf, one as NIB and one for bashing at the skate park! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hIghQ 149 Posted September 29, 2021 Not sure about every collection, but if I'd ever start a collection (which I won't), I'd want these on my shelf: Avante (original) Mazda 787B (1/10th scale) hmm inclined to say Subaru Brat for me personally... but for its pure iconic-ness I'd say Grasshopper (never had one and never wanted one, but it was the cheap beginners' kit back in the days..) or Hornet (never had or wanted one either ). 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Willy iine 18805 Posted September 29, 2021 I would say, M38, M38, and M38…maybe a few more. 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alvinlwh 5895 Posted September 29, 2021 55 minutes ago, Willy iine said: I would say, M38, M38, and M38…maybe a few more. Exactly what I expected from you. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Juhunio 6830 Posted September 29, 2021 2 hours ago, matisse said: *sound of can of worms opening......* A buggy A touring / rally car An M chassis Too safe?? 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FromageTheDog 65 Posted September 29, 2021 Clod Buster Avante Brat Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wooders28 4723 Posted September 29, 2021 F̶o̶x̶ R̶o̶u̶g̶h̶ ̶R̶i̶d̶e̶r̶ D̶a̶r̶k̶ ̶I̶m̶p̶a̶c̶t̶ L̶u̶n̶c̶h̶b̶o̶x̶ Hornet Boomerang Clod Buster / Bullhead Tamiya is all about fun, I think our family have the most giggles ,driving those. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tex76 43 Posted September 29, 2021 To me 3 are a bit too few to pick, as I feel there are more major "iconic" categories to choose from in the Tamiya range. I'd say a complete collection of "essentials" should include: - 1 vintage SRB chassis; -1 vintage 3-speeder; -1 vintage Group C; -1 golden age "fun" car (HotShot/Frog/Brat/Grasshopper/Hornet/Wild One/FAV/Fox/Monster Beetle/Blackfoot) -Porsche 959 or Toyota Gr. B; -Avante I lost interest at the beginning of the '90s, therefore I don't have the same affection or knowledge about later kits. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unknown Driver 262 Posted September 29, 2021 Mileage may vary depending on the user, but for MY money... - Blackfoot Why? Fast, fun, and durable. If you don't drive it like an Aarrma you can get LOTS of packs through a Blackfoot before it needs surgery. - TXT-1 Why? Big, fun, and medium-fast. It looks scale and can be customized to the hills with aftermarket bodies, tires, and suspension. Add the "sponsor plates" on the chassis and they look amazing. - Bruiser Why? 3 gear transmission, scale appearance, and scale BEHAVIOR because the truck is so heavy. With a 27T brushed motor (geared up a smidge) they're super fun. Full disclosure...mine is actually an HGP407. If it was a real Bruiser...I doubt I'd have ever driven it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nel33 870 Posted September 29, 2021 A fairly tough question. A tt02 for the road then the rest to cover off road 2x4 or 4x4. My philosophy was Manta and TD for off road and the super sabre to fill the vintage category. The lunchbox is a basic and common kit but its handling.. I don't have a kit to fill comical category but I'm trying not to think too hard on that spot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pylon80 2628 Posted September 29, 2021 Grasshopper Group C M02 I of course don't own any of these Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ministrone 1455 Posted September 29, 2021 Grasshopper Lunchbox Avante 😀 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Xeostar 815 Posted September 29, 2021 Avante/Egress 959/Celica Dyna Storm/Astute Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grotty Otty 868 Posted September 29, 2021 Hornet Avante Monster Beetle Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alwb68 125 Posted September 29, 2021 Nice thread. Mine would be; Sand Scorcher Sand Rover Hotshot But I don’t own any modern Tamiyas so I’m probably missing out on some great cars. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wetman 417 Posted September 29, 2021 Lunchbox/Pumpkin for the fun side of things Big rig for Tamiyas realism then a TRF 511 for the racier folks among us? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Original Jardasius 97 Posted September 29, 2021 Super Clod Buster Plasma Edge II VX-01 Lancia Delta Integrale I own all three.. plus a M06 MX-5, TT-02 GT4 anniversary mustang, Original TA-02 Nissan skyline nismo GTR, and the cream of the crop a Grand Hauler.. I have a wee collection of Tamiyas Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
djmcnz 754 Posted September 29, 2021 3 is tough, I'd try and get a broad experience: A SRB (or derivative) of choice A 3 speed (vintage, Hi-Lift, big rig etc) Any TRF vehicle (pick your poison) 👍 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites