Hasegawa Launches No-Glue, No-Paint Car Model Series e moke with Celica Kit
Hasegawa's e moke series lowers the barrier for entry into car modeling by eliminating the need for glue and paint, targeting first-time builders.
Reporting from 1 source: Dengeki Hobby Web.
Hasegawa announced a new 1/32 scale car model series called e moke that requires no glue or paint. The kits use snap-fit assembly and color-coded parts with stickers, making them ideal for beginners. The first release is a Toyota Celica LB 1600GT, available in four colors: Civilian Purple, Casual Turquoise, Social Silver, and White Spirit. Each kit is priced at 2,420 yen and releases on August 1, 2026.
The first e moke kit, a 1/32 scale Toyota Celica LB 1600GT, includes steerable front wheels and adjustable ride height via swappable suspension parts. The interior is also modeled. Hasegawa is releasing the kit in four color variants simultaneously: Civilian Purple, Casual Turquoise, Social Silver, and White Spirit. Each body is molded in its respective color, with chrome and clear parts for details. The series is designed for snap-fit assembly with no glue or paint required, using color-coded parts and stickers. The Celica kit is priced at 2,420 yen and ships on August 1, 2026.
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