Tamiya 12663 Braided Hose Outer Diameter 2.6 mm – model braided hose

Tamiya 12663 Braided Hose Outer Diameter 2.6 mm is a professional scale model hose with a realistic steel braid and an external diameter of 2.6 mm, dedicated to advanced detailing work on 1/24 and 1/20 scale car models as well as 1/12 scale motorcycles. The product comes from the renowned Japanese company Tamiya, recognized as a world leader in the production of top-quality modeling accessories.

Product Applications

• Simulates hydraulic, brake, and oil lines typical for real racing and civilian cars and motorcycles.
• Thanks to its authentic braid, it is an extremely realistic addition to engines, engine bays, and brake systems in models.
• A universal product, suitable for models from various eras: from classic cars to modern motorcycles dating from the 1960s to the present day.

Technical Features

• Material: hose with steel braid (base material – plastic, braid – steel wire)
• External diameter: 2.6 mm
• Hose length: 1 meter (per package)
• Recommended scale: 1/12 (motorcycles), 1/20 and 1/24 (cars – including rally, racing, and street vehicles)
• Color: metallic silver

Product Category

Classified as a modeling accessory and additional detailing part for plastic models. Intended for use with plastic, 3D printed, as well as resin models.

Who Is It For?

Tamiya 12663 Braided Hose Outer Diameter 2.6 mm is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who value perfect detail reproduction. The product guarantees the highest level of realism. Assembly difficulty: 2/5 – only minimal experience is needed in cutting and fitting hoses, as well as basic modeling techniques.

Summary

Thanks to this steel-braided scale modeling hose from Tamiya, any vehicle model will achieve an incredibly realistic appearance. It is an indispensable addition for those wishing to take their car and motorcycle models to the next level. Its high flexibility and ease of installation make it universal and very popular in the modeling community.