Tamiya 14130 Repsol Honda RC213V '14 1/12 Scale Plastic Model Kit

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 depicts the RC213V run by the factory-works Repsol Honda team in 2014 MotoGP. It was a momentous season for the team and for young sensation Marc Marquez. Marquez's 2014 season was sublime as he absolutely dominated with 13 wins and contributed to the Riders', Constructors' and Team Championships. The RC213V debuted in 2012 with new engine size regulations stipulating a maximum of 1,000cc. It features an aluminum double-tube frame and powerful 1,000cc Honda 4-stroke V4 with pneumatic valve system. The seamless transmission saves valuable power during shifts, while other hi-tech features include traction control, an anti-wheelie system, and engine braking control. About the Model ★This is a 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. ★Length: 173mm, width: 58mm. ★The kit recreates Marc Marquez' 2014 champion No.93 bike with glorious accuracy. ★Cowl parts may even be removed after assembly to allow closer appreciation of the jaw-dropping detail underneath. ★Clear windscreen parts are attached without the need of cement. ★Tank grips are also depicted using transparent parts. ★Minute screws are used to firmly fasten parts such as the engine, swing arm and front fork to the frame. ★Marvel at the recreation of the bike's V4 powerplant, complete with depictions of auxiliary equipment. ★Tail cowling part features a rendering of the camera. ★Decals are included to recreate logos on the sidewalls of the realistic solid rubber tires. ★Comes with a comprehensive set of screen printed decals to depict the numerous sponsor logos, instrumentation panel, etc. ★ Packaged with a racing stand in box.