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1/24 Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) Red & White (Clic Loc)

Item No. 28101

Description

This Tamiya Clic Loc item allows beginners to modelling to experience constructing a Tamiya model with no glue or paint required. Parts come realistically pre-coloured to deliver a highly detailed model and faithful reproduction of the original subject. Clic and loc assembly produces a sturdy and realistic model – that a beginner to modelling can finish to the highest standards and proudly display.

As the very first model in the Clic Loc 1/24 Car Models, we are delighted to announce releases of 1/24 Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) in two colour variations - red/white (Item 28101) and blue/white (Item 28102)! Parts are moulded in the right colour, so you do not have to paint! Also, the number of parts is about half of that of 1/24 Sports Car Series kits. Each kit can be finished in about two hours!

March 1950 saw the debut of the Volkswagen Type 2 which took the much-loved Volkswagen Beetle as a base. An air-cooled 4-cylinder engine capable of 44hp was employed at the rear of the boxy yet curved body. One of the most popular among the wealth of its variations was the “Samba” microbus, which had a 23-window version encircled by windows and employing a canvas roof. It accommodated 9 adults and was notable for its flat floor and twin side doors. The Type 2 (T1) was produced until 1967, and ever since has enjoyed massive popularity the world over.

About the Model
  • This is a 1/24 scale plastic model snap-together assembly kit (no cement needed) of the famed “Samba” model of the Volkswagen Type 2 with 23 windows 
  • Length: 178mm, width: 77mm, height: 80mm
  • The boxy yet curved form is captured in style
  • The interior - not only driver seat but also bench seats - is recreated by one part
  • Features steerable front wheels
  • 71 parts and 9 sprues (7 colours & clear) in total
  • No painting needed:
    • Red lower and white upper body parts (Item 28101)
    • Blue lower and white upper body parts (Item 28102)
    • Metal plated parts for sections such as frames, side mirrors, wheel centre caps, front and tail light frames and VW emblem
    • Clear red upper parts and clear orange lower parts for taillights
  • Stickers are included for sections such as window frames and meters
  • Packaging is newly designed for this series, and has the finished model picture in actual size
  • New packaging size (290x190x92mm) - box thickness will differ from model to model
  • Instruction manual is also newly designed for this series:
    •  Assembly tech tips
    •  Background story about the actual car
    •  Perspective diagram to show interesting points in the actual car
    •  Assembly steps with less written explanation and mainly illustrations
  • Carton quantity is 24 and EAN is 4950344281015

Recommended Tools
  • Side cutters
  • Tweezers
  • Modelling knife

Specifications

Brand
Tamiya
Category
Plastic Model Kits
Scale
1:24
Model Type
Cars
Car Type
Minibus
Official Licence
Volkswagen
Nationality
German
Era
1950s
Kit Type
Snap-Fit Assembly Kit (No Glue Required)
Colour
Red
Release Date
End of November 2026
New Release
Yes

New Tamiya Model Kit Releases

1/24 Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) Red & White (Clic Loc)

Item No. 28101
This Tamiya Clic Loc item allows beginners to modelling to experience constructing a Tamiya model with no glue or paint required. Parts come realistically pre-coloured to deliver a highly detailed model and faithful reproduction of the original subject. Clic and loc assembly produces a sturdy and

Description

This Tamiya Clic Loc item allows beginners to modelling to experience constructing a Tamiya model with no glue or paint required. Parts come realistically pre-coloured to deliver a highly detailed model and faithful reproduction of the original subject. Clic and loc assembly produces a sturdy and realistic model – that a beginner to modelling can finish to the highest standards and proudly display.

As the very first model in the Clic Loc 1/24 Car Models, we are delighted to announce releases of 1/24 Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) in two colour variations - red/white (Item 28101) and blue/white (Item 28102)! Parts are moulded in the right colour, so you do not have to paint! Also, the number of parts is about half of that of 1/24 Sports Car Series kits. Each kit can be finished in about two hours!

March 1950 saw the debut of the Volkswagen Type 2 which took the much-loved Volkswagen Beetle as a base. An air-cooled 4-cylinder engine capable of 44hp was employed at the rear of the boxy yet curved body. One of the most popular among the wealth of its variations was the “Samba” microbus, which had a 23-window version encircled by windows and employing a canvas roof. It accommodated 9 adults and was notable for its flat floor and twin side doors. The Type 2 (T1) was produced until 1967, and ever since has enjoyed massive popularity the world over.

About the Model
  • This is a 1/24 scale plastic model snap-together assembly kit (no cement needed) of the famed “Samba” model of the Volkswagen Type 2 with 23 windows 
  • Length: 178mm, width: 77mm, height: 80mm
  • The boxy yet curved form is captured in style
  • The interior - not only driver seat but also bench seats - is recreated by one part
  • Features steerable front wheels
  • 71 parts and 9 sprues (7 colours & clear) in total
  • No painting needed:
    • Red lower and white upper body parts (Item 28101)
    • Blue lower and white upper body parts (Item 28102)
    • Metal plated parts for sections such as frames, side mirrors, wheel centre caps, front and tail light frames and VW emblem
    • Clear red upper parts and clear orange lower parts for taillights
  • Stickers are included for sections such as window frames and meters
  • Packaging is newly designed for this series, and has the finished model picture in actual size
  • New packaging size (290x190x92mm) - box thickness will differ from model to model
  • Instruction manual is also newly designed for this series:
    •  Assembly tech tips
    •  Background story about the actual car
    •  Perspective diagram to show interesting points in the actual car
    •  Assembly steps with less written explanation and mainly illustrations
  • Carton quantity is 24 and EAN is 4950344281015

Recommended Tools
  • Side cutters
  • Tweezers
  • Modelling knife

Specifications

Brand
Tamiya
Category
Plastic Model Kits
Scale
1:24
Model Type
Cars
Car Type
Minibus
Official Licence
Volkswagen
Nationality
German
Era
1950s
Kit Type
Snap-Fit Assembly Kit (No Glue Required)
Colour
Red
Release Date
End of November 2026
New Release
Yes