Mini Racer RC-12 is 1/12 scale RC car manufactured by Yokomo from 1977 to the early 1980s. It was produced during the brand name change from Yokobori Mokei to Yokomo; even you can see this on the RC-12 box due to on back side of the box had both brands, Yokobori Mokei and the Yokomo labels on it.
There were three different models in the RC-12 series. "Mini Racer RC-12":
RC-12e
RC-12
RC-12Jr
(RC-12Jr USA as a variant).
-The RC-12e It is the same model than Associated Electrics model but with the difference that all upgrade parts were added as standard on Japanese version.
-The RC-12 that had a metal pan narrow chassis (thin version) with a overlapped sheet to accommodate battery packs, 2 servos, an MSC parts (included on kit) and a receiver; the spaces were designed to accommodate Futaba Brand electronic accessories.
-The Mini Racer RC-12 Jr came with a metal pan but overwide to accommodate the battery pack for MSC, the receptor and a central battery case, this parts attached to the chassis by rubber bands, this kit came on a box for assembly with instructions and decals.
<nowiki>*</nowiki>Variation "Mini Racer RC-12 Jr U.S.A. shared the assembly of the RC-12Jr. kit but came pre-assembled, had a pre-painted/clear body pending on whether it was purchased (Japan or USA) AND came on a box that similar to a treasure chest with a plastic window to see the model.
Motoring:
-The RC-12, RC-12Jr & RC-12Jr USA Models had a 280 Mabuchi Motor.
-The RC-12e have same motor as Associated Electrics.
Wheels & Tires:
-Sponge tires and plastic wheels (Front Wheels are thicker and smaller than rear ones)
Optional Parts & Upgrades:
-Rear Deck Spoiler,
-Optional drivers (vacuum formed) in the cockpit (for the models that applied)
-Bearings for front wheels, rear wheels and steering,
-Pinions
-Spur gears
-380 Mabuchi Motor
-380 Reedy Modified Motor
Accessories:
-Quick Car Battery Charger.
-Regular Battery Charger.
-Battery packs.
Dimensions:
<nowiki>*</nowiki>RC-12e
-Same as Associated Electrics
<nowiki>*</nowiki>RC-12, RC-12Jr & USA Versions
-Wheelbase: 190mm
- -Leng (with body): 350mm
-Width (fr axle with wheels):157mm
-Width (rr axle with wheels): 163mm
Ref: Yokomo Catalogue 1979, 1980, 1981 & 1982