1983
  • This heavy duty precision scale machine goes into commercial
    production. Reproduces fascinating complex mechanics.

    Hanomag

    1983
  • Features new OHS material in a scale airplane with
    a high level of factory assembly.

    Cessna Skyhawk

    1983
  • 1983
    Second generation buggy released with a boost
    vto racing potency.

    Tomahawk

  • TOPICS

    1982〜1985
    Kyosho engages in various promotional activities.
    We really enjoyed meeting with users at race events, driving experience events and beginner seminars to expose users to the depth of R/C models after purchase.
    We still organize many events so please check the Kyosho website!
    The 7th Kyosho R/C car competition
    1/10 Buggy Race (Seibu Department Store)
    1/10 EP Buggy Race (Tamatekku)
1984
  • 1984
    New tuned motor brand is released to
    meet various user applications.

    Le Mans Motor Series

  • Acrosky

    1984

  • Plazma 3P

    1984
  • The first 4WDS in an R/C model and the first time
    this concept is introduced from a real car.

    Progress 4WDS

  • 1984
  • 1984
     Kyosho Racing School opens (Koto-ku Bunka Center)
1985
  •  Kagaku Banpaku Sony Cup
  • Hakuba Buggy Race
    1985
  • 1985

    Integra 4WD Vanning

  • TOPICS

    1985
    Plazma 3P and Fantom feature on the album cover of a record released at the time R/C cars are booming.
  • 1985
    Stand out high performance electric racing buggy
    takes the world of R/C racing by storm.

    Optima

1986
  • 1986

    Melody 1500

    1986

  • TOPICS

    1986
    Optima dominates the podium at the first European 1/10 electric buggy championships!
  • 1986

    Ultima

  • Kyosho’s first 10 class engine powered 4WD buggy.

    Stinger 4WD

    1986
  • 1986
     Kyosho Off Road Race (Shinjuku NS Building)
1987

  • TOPICS

    1987
    Ultima wins the 1/10 electric buggy 2WD class
    world championship!
  • 1987

    Kyosho Circuit opens
    1987

    Kyosho Circuit opens

  • Developed to compete for the 1/8 class
    world championships.

    Burns 4WD

    1987
  • 1987
    Sophisticated mechanics and realistic scale feel
    with dynamic 2 wheel performance.

    Grand Prix Racer Series

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  • Baja Bugs

    1987

  • TOPICS

    1987
    Grand Prix Racer receives the 22nd model technical prize award.
1988
  • Kyosho’s first R/C helicopter is released.
    High performance product proves a success with heli fans.

    Concept 30 Series

  • 1988

  • Zero Fighter (GP/EP)

    1988

  • TOPICS

    1988
    Kyosho launches its first helicopter! “Concept 30” designed by a former world champion is a market success!
  • Newly developed inboard/outboard unit is an innovation to the world
    of the R/C boats.

    Jet Stream Series

  • 1988
1989

  • TOPICS

    1989
    n sensing early that people were looking for greater fulfillment from their leisure time, Kyosho concentrates activity towards developing R/C as an adult hobby.
  • Hyper electric motor leads the world
    in glider development.

    Stratos 2000

  • 1989
  • Reinforcing R/C as an adult hobby, the 1/10 scale
    engine car series is released.

    ZR 1 Corvette

    1989

  • TOPICS

    1989
    Recoil pull starter revolutionizes GP cars! Kyosho’s original idea and development makes starting an R/C engine easier than ever before. These days GP cars are as easy to handle as EP cars.
  • Kyosho Circuit is renovated
    (the first race track with banking in Japan)
    1989
     Kyosho Circuit is renovated
    (the first race track with banking in Japan)
1990
  • Big tires + engine power realize amazing
    running power. Scale feel of
    American muscle is
    popular around the world.

    USA-1 Nitro Crusher

    1990
    1990

  • TOPICS

    1990
    Publishes retailer magazine “Rajicomi” to connect Kyosho with retailers!

  • Convert

    1990

  • Soarus

    1990
  • Advertising promotes the relationship
    between outdoor leisure and R/C models
    to broaden the appeal of R/C activity.
    1990
    The now famous helicopter
    brand introduces a new
    “Electric” category.

    EP Concept

  • TOPICS

    1990
    Publishes retailer magazine “Rajicomi” to connect Kyosho with retailers!
1991
  • 1991
    Stepless gear reduction CCVT
    unit is developed and enables
    this engine car to run in reverse.

    Nissan Terrano

  • 1991
    4-wheel independent suspension
    incorporated into 1/10 class boosts
    racing performance.

    1/10 F1 Series
    1/8 F1 Ferrari643 GP&EP

  • TOPICS

    1991〜92
    Kyosho signs sponsorship agreements with F1 Brabham Yamaha Team in 1991 and F1 Sasol Jordan Yamaha Team in 1992.

  • Inferno 4WD

    1991

    TOPICS

    1992
    Inferno 1/8 buggy monopolizes the podium
    at the world championships!
    The first of 6 consecutive victories that runs to 2002.
  • The machine that brought new light to GP cars.
    The power of innovation restores the almost forgotten attraction.

    Calsonic Skyline GT-R GP-10

  • 1991

  • Inferno 4WD

    1991

    TOPICS

    1992
    Inferno 1/8 buggy monopolizes the podium
    at the world championships!
    The first of 6 consecutive victories that runs to 2002.
  • 1991〜
    Kyosho releases Diecast Mini Cars
    that
    amaze collectors
    around the world.
    1991
    Kyosho Original 1/18 Scale Series
    • Honda NSX
    • Eunos Roadster
    • Fairlady Z
    • R32GT-R Calsonic Skyline
    1992
    Kyosho Original 1/18 Scale Series
    • Mercedes Benz 300SL
    • Porsche 356
    • Morris Mini
    Kyosho Original 1/43 Scale Series
    • Brabham Yamaha BT-60Y
    • Ferrari F92A
    • Benetton Ford B192
    • Williams Renault FW14B
    • Footwork Mugen FA13
    TOPICS
    1993
    Original Diecast Car is awarded model of the year. Repeatedly awarded prizes starting with the 1/18 Shelby Cobra 427S/C, then 5 other models in 1996, 1998, 2001 and 2003.
1992
  • 1992

    Spare parts direct
    delivery to Consumers
    begins!

  • GP20 4WD

    1992
    1992

  • Majesty 800

    1992
    1992
  • Big scale car powered by a 22cc gasoline engine opens a new dimension
    to outdoor leisure.

    1/5 Size Lancia Delta Integrale 16V

  • 1992

  • TOPICS

    1992
    “Yuri Mitsui” was appointed as the model face of Kyosho for public relations activity to build awareness and promote the positive image of models.
  • 1992
    Sliding action of rider as it hangs on
    for ultra-realistic 2-wheel control!

    Hanging On Racer Series