Ebbro 20011 1/20 Team Lotus Type 88 1981 twin-chassis Grand Prix plastic kit  [EB-20011]

Ebbro 1/20 Team Lotus Type 88 1981 - scale model of an experimental 1981 Grand Prix car

This is a 1/20 scale plastic assembly kit representing the Team Lotus Type 88 run in 1981, positioned as a display-oriented replica of the experimental twin-chassis Grand Prix car.

The Type 88 was Lotus Engineering's attempt to exploit ground-effect aerodynamics while meeting rules that limited movable aerodynamic surfaces. Developed for the 1981 season, it used a double-chassis concept with a relatively short competition record and limited appearances in Grand Prix events. The design reflects late ground-effect era thinking and illustrates how teams sought mechanical and aerodynamic solutions before regulatory changes curtailed such approaches.

As a scale reproduction, the kit concentrates on external forms and proportions associated with the Type 88's distinctive bodywork. Assembly will require conventional modelling techniques including trimming, test-fitting, gluing, and painting to replicate period finishes and sponsor liveries. Reference photographs are recommended for decal placement and weathering choices to match specific race entries.

Builders should note that accurate suspension geometry and the twin-body silhouette are primary visual cues for this subject; careful masking and paint control help achieve the hard-edged surfaces typical of early 1980s F1 cars. Displayers may prefer a low-profile base or simple diorama to emphasise scale and stance without obscuring the car's aerodynamic lines.

A focused 1/20 representation of the Team Lotus Type 88 suitable for modelers aiming to reproduce the car's unique twin-chassis appearance for display or collection.