Tamiya 12037 Lotus Type 78 1/12 Scale Plastic Model Kit with Photo-Etched Parts

Tamiya ventured into the modeling business in 1948, with a scale wooden ship model kit. Since then, Tamiya has been striving to offer merchandise that can truly be called 'First in Quality Around the World.' Now Tamiya is offering more than 300 different products, both in the fields of precision static models and high performance radio control vehicles. These products are not only sold in Japan but also exported in vast quantities to the United States, Europe, South East Asia, and to many other parts of the world. The standard of excellence achieved by Tamiya is regarded as among the very finest in the world of model hobbies. This finely detailed plastic model kit requires assembly and painting. Item is brand new and in its original factory packaging. Listing images are stock pictures provided by the manufacturer or the distributor. This model kit recreates the famous Lotus Type 78, the first full-fledged wing car in Formula One, driven by Mario Andretti and Gunnar Nilsson. Its slender wedge-shaped body uses inverted, aircraft-like wings inside the side pontoons to generate greater downforce without increasing air resistance. This 1/12 scale plastic assembly model measures 381mm in length, 171mm in width, and 76mm in height, and includes new decals depicting Goodyear logos on the nose and front and rear end plate sections. Coil spring suspension allows realistic movement, front tires turn in unison with the steering wheel, and fuel pipe and ignition cord components connect to the detailed DFV engine parts. The front cowl, cockpit cowl, radiator ducts, and induction box are removable for closer inspection, while photo-etched parts including brake discs, radiator, two types of front and rear wingtips, and seat buckles complete this authentic replica of a landmark Formula One race car.