58200 series kits
The sequel continues with the 582xx series presentation. Here, several models are still being produced and none has been re-released.
Some models became references like the Wild Willy 2 (58242) or the TXT-1 (58280). This series also features a vast majority of on-road models, among which many are aimed at racing. This is the golden age of the TL-01 chassis that represents more than a quarter of the series.
In 1999, the Wild Dagger is released and it renews the Monster Truck market: more beast than its ancestors Monster Beetle or Blackfoot, featuring 2 motors, sturdy chassis and gearings, it was meant for all terrains, even the roughest. But this market rapidly evolved with trucks even more sturdy and faster like the Traxxas E-Maxx: the Wild Dagger and successors can not compete. On the other hand, this is not Tamiya's philosophy and these truck still remain excellent bashers.
Two models are missing photos in the above presentation: the Schlesser Buggy Megane (58238) and the Mitsubishi Pajero (58249) because they were never released. The first one because of a license problem, the second was finally released in XB version (assembled and ready to run) under the reference 57701. The Schlesser Buggy is interesting because it emphasizes how diffcult it is to get body licences with car manufacturers: this explains why there are so few "real" Formula 1 in the recent catalog of many model manufacturers, probably for costs reasons. On the other hand, some car manufacturers do have a totally different approach: they can even licence a prototype body (see the Subaru Impreza WRC 2001 kit 58271).
At last, some models in the above series are much appreciated and sought afer:
- the Wild Willy 2 (58242) and its Chrome Metallic Edition (49337)
- the Blitzer Beetle Chrome Metallic Edition (58252)
- the Lancia 037 Rally (58278) for its oustanding bodyshell
- the great looking Enzo Ferrari (58289) including its box
On some models, links will lead you to more detailed articles.
Official model photos are © Tamiya.
58201
Toyota Celica GT-Four '97
Year: 1997
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel shaft driven
Chassis base: TL-01
58203
Nissan R390 GT1
Year: 1997
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel belt driven
Chassis base: TA-03R
58207
Acura NSX Mugen
Year: 1997
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel belt driven
Chassis base: TA-03R
58209
Opel Vectra (Limited Edition)
Year: 1997
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel belt driven
Chassis base: TA-03F
58214
Mercedes CLK-GTR
Year: 1998
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel belt driven
Chassis base: TA-03R
58215
PIAA Porsche 911
Year: 1998
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel belt driven
Chassis base: TA-03RS
58218
Toyota Corolla WRC
Year: 1998
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel belt driven
Chassis base: TA-03FS
58220
Mobil 1 NSX
Year: 1998
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel belt driven
Chassis base: TA-03R
58224
Peugeot 306 Maxi WRC
Year: 1998
Type: on-road
Drive: front wheel drive
Chassis base: FF-02
58225
Mitsubishi Lancer EVO V WRC
Year: 1998
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel belt driven
Chassis base: TA-03F
58227
TA-03R TRF Special Chassis Kit
Year: 1998
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel belt driven
Chassis base: TA-03R
58232
Juggernaut
Year: 1999
Type: off-road
Drive: 4 wheel drive and steer
Chassis base: Juggernaut
58238
Schlesser Buggy Megane (N/A)
Year: 1999
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel shaft driven
Chassis base: TL-01
58243
TA-03RS TRF Special Chassis
Year: 1999
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel belt driven
Chassis base: TA-03RS
58244
Mercedes CLK-GTR Original-Teile
Year: 1999
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel shaft driven
Chassis base: TL-01
58245
Alfa Romeo 156 Racing
Year: 1999
Type: on-road
Drive: front wheel drive
Chassis base: FF-02
58248
Toyota Celica
Year: 1999
Type: on-road
Drive: front wheel drive
Chassis base: FF-02
58250
Peugeot 206 WRC
Year: 1999
Type: on-road
Drive: 4 wheel belt driven
Chassis base: TA-03FS
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