Tates Toyworld / RC World

Tates Toyworld trading as RC World is a specialist hobby retailer at 135 Shannon Ave, Geelong West, offering radio-controlled cars, slot cars, diecast, model kits, paints, motors and fuels. The store serves hobbyists, model builders and collectors with parts and supplies alongside ready-to-run models.

Phone enquiries are handled during stated business-call hours (Mon–Fri, 9am–4pm). The shop is a compact specialist outlet—best to call ahead for stock, parts or to confirm availability of niche items.

A focused hobby store catering to RC enthusiasts and model builders, with shelves of kits, parts and accessories and staff who can advise on common repairs and upgrades.

Look out for:

• Radio-controlled cars and parts (motors, servos, batteries and fuels).

• Slot cars, diecast models and collectible items.

• Model kits, paints and building supplies.

• Advice on parts compatibility and small repairs.

Best way to experience it:

Call ahead during business-call hours (Mon–Fri 9am–4pm) to check stock or reserve hard-to-find parts; bring model details or photos to get quicker, more accurate help.

• Call ahead for parts or availability: (03) 5222 4201.

• Stated business-call hours are Mon–Fri, 9am–4pm.

• Compact retail space; specialised items may need to be ordered.

• Located at 135 Shannon Ave, Geelong West (check parking locally).