47524 Porsche 934 (1976) 50th Anniversary Model Exclusive details and photos

Tamiya Gear Ratio

Celebrate Tamiya’s 50th anniversary in proper style. There is so much to love about this release, it genuinely feels special, and it’s a fitting way to celebrate everything Tamiya has achieved over the last five decades. The headline feature is the totally unique chassis, designed to actively mimic the behaviour of the real car. That alone makes it something special. Superb.

There’s a strong TRF influence throughout the build, and when you dig into the details you can see just how many tuning options are available to fine-tune the handling. It’s clear that Tamiya has put real effort into capturing the character of the 934 through this platform, rather than simply creating a commemorative shelf piece.

The 30th Anniversary model was 4WD, as were the 40th and 45th Anniversary cars. While the original 934 was 2WD, let’s be realistic,releasing a period-correct 2WD chassis today would largely appeal to collectors looking to keep it boxed. It may have been fun back in the day, but a straight re-release would have been a weak way to celebrate 50 years, leaning purely on nostalgia and missing the broader journey of Tamiya as a brand.

Instead, this feels like a celebration of evolution. My only hope now is that these are produced in enough numbers that we actually see them on track, because this is a car that deserves to be driven, not hidden away.

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of our first R/C model Porsche 934, we are proud to announce the release of the Porsche 934 with a bespoke chassis featuring the motor positioned lengthwise at rear-centre powering the rear wheels just like the actual car. Collectors will be delighted to hear that magnetized body mounts (needing no body holes) are included for those who want to just display the model! The unique numbered plate is also included to add special value to this kit.

Motor Position

Motor is positioned centrally and lengthwise to make the chassis layout similar to that of the actual car. The power is transmitted as follows:
- Pinion gear A → Spur gear → Propeller shaft → Pinion gear B → Spur gear → Gear differential (spur gears are new 66T design and all gears are 04 module. Gear differential is the one used on the TB-05 chassis)
Change pinion gears A and B to adjust gear ratio
Parts around gearbox are aluminium

About the Model

This is a 1/10 scale R/C chassis assembly kit. Length: 435mm, width: 202mm, height: 130mm
This R/C model assembly kit recreates the Porsche 934 run by Kremer Racing, which flourished in the 1976 DRM (German Racing Championship) season
The 4-wheel independent suspension uses front double wishbone and rear trailing arm setups with TRF dampers and stabilisers
The polycarbonate body is the one used for the Porsche 934 30th anniversary model
Paint body with PS-54 Cobalt Green
Separate plastic parts recreate rear wing, side mirrors and light cases Separately sold LEDs are attachable
Paint rear wing and side mirrors with TS-102 Cobalt Green
Gearbox parts and turnbuckle aluminium parts feature dark titanium anodized finish
Updated stickers are included
2-piece mesh wheels with metal plated rims are paired with medium-narrow racing radial tyres (Item 51023) which offer the great performance
Use wheel spacers (Item 53646) when changing to front narrow and rear wide
Features high-spec TRF dampers
Universal shafts ensure efficient drive
The unique numbered plate is also included to add special value to this kit
Comes with Item 54298 1/10 Scale Touring Car Cockpit Set (Left-Hand Drive) with updated stickers
Inspired by the first Porsche 934 model, the kit comes in a white packaging
Just like the actual car, the rear suspension uses trailing arms. Trailing arms are moulded in carbon fibre reinforced plastic for superior rigidity