Tamiya 12033 Renault RE-20 Turbo 1/12 (w/t Photo-Etched Parts)

Product: 1:12 Renault RE-20 w/PE Parts

Tamiya welcomes back Item 12033 (originally released in 2006) with new Cartograf decals and marking instruction. In 1977, Renault’s RS-01 (first turbo engine Formula One car) started challenging in races, and in 1979, the RS-10 achieved its first triumph. The RE-20 Turbo was modified version of the RS-10, and this car had a 30kg weight reduction and employed 1.5-liter V6 DOHC twin turbocharged engine capable of around 520hp. Get this re-issued model which depicts the pioneer car of the Formula One turbo engine era.

★This plastic model assembly kit recreates the Renault RE-20 Turbo, a car which can rightly be said to have paved the way for the turbo era of top level racing.
★The ageless form is recreated in style, complete with a detailed depiction of the V6 twin turbo engine.
★Body and nose cowling sections can be removed after assembly.
★Photo-etched parts for radiators, intercoolers and brake discs really crank up the detail.
★Comes with Cartograf decals updated for this re-issue.
★Cockpit features recreations of pedals, seatbelt and shift.
★Front wheels are steered via the steering wheel.
★Length: 389mm. Image shows painted and assembled kit.