TAMIYA'S new-tool 1/35 RSO/01 surprised the modeling world when it debuted in August, 2026, at the IPMS USA National Convention. It is due for public release in the next week or so.
This looks nice enough to pick up.
A good compromise between detail and simplicity as stated in the review. I would consider getting one when they are available. Although the slow speed of the RSO, which was designed to accompany infantry, should have discounted it from panzer divisions, I have discovered that 9SS had a few, even though there was no establishment for them.
I agree.
I think I would replace the track as I am not a fan of link and length as I seem to have better luck with individual link.
I have this on order from squadron. According to their website it should ship this week. Other than the Tiger 1s and 2s I can’t remember Tamiya doing different variants with their releases. They did the Marder I on the Lorraine chassis. They could have expanded that with the French version of the tractor, the German Beobachtungs version, the 105 and 155 SP guns on the Lorraine chassis. I guess when you only release 1-2 NEW military kits a year, you have to be selective with your products. I’m happy with this one. The RSO is one of my favorite vehicles. I’ve built about 10 of the Italeri RSOs, I have a Dragon kit in the stash and a MiniArt RSO with the field kitchen. I am going to build the Tamiya kit and not let it set in the stash.
A surprising and welcome choice from Tamiya. The RSO/01 is an unusual subject, and I’m looking forward to seeing the final kit and its level of detail.
I intend to buy one. I like Tamiya kits as my hands are not as nimble as they used to be. (I am 72 years young). I have built the Dragon, and Italeri ones years ago.
I have one coming as well - preordered from Squadron so may arrive in a week or so .
Nice review, Fred!