Tamiya Unveils Exciting 2026 RC Releases at the 75th Nuremberg Toy Fair

Greg Vogel January 29, 2026 News

The 75th annual Nuremberg Toy Fair is officially underway in Germany, and as expected, Tamiya has arrived with an exciting lineup of upcoming RC releases slated for 2026. Thanks to a friend in the Tamiya camp, we’ve received early photos straight from the show floor, giving us our first look at what the legendary brand has in store for the coming year.

While full details are still under wraps, the models on display showcase Tamiya’s continued commitment to scale realism, smart engineering, and a balance of nostalgia and innovation that longtime fans have come to expect. From classic-inspired designs to modern updates, this release collection already has the RC community buzzing—and for good reason.

Seeing these models up close, even in display form, has us genuinely excited for what’s to come once they hit hobby shop shelves. Tamiya has a long history of turning heads at Nuremberg, and these 2026 previews suggest they’re not slowing down anytime soon.

Check out the photos below and let us know which upcoming Tamiya release has you most excited. As more information becomes available—including specs, release dates, and pricing—we’ll be sure to bring you the latest updates right here on RCDriver.com.

50TH ANNIVERSARY PORSCHE 934

The countdown is on! 2026 celebrates 50 years of Tamiya’s legendary Porsche 934 RSR. This edition gets a custom chassis that perfectly mirrors Porsche’s iconic rear-engine layout, complete with updated trailing arm suspension. Each kit, dropping March 27, 2026, comes with its own metal serial plaque—collectible and classic.

FORD F-150 RANGER XLT

Old-school cool meets new-school tweaks. The iconic Ford F-150 Ranger XLT returns, bringing classic style with updates designed for today’s dirt and sand driving.

LUNCHBOX EVO

Big news for Lunch Box fans: the EVO version is coming soon with a clever solid-axle rear floating suspension.

FORD ZAKSPEED CAPRI TURBO

Classic touring car style meets modern RC design. The 1/10 scale Ford Zakspeed Capri Turbo arrives on the user-friendly TT-02 chassis, making it a great build for newcomers and veterans alike. Coming early April.