Hasegawa 52465 - 1/24 RR chassis Volkswagen VW Beetle 1966 plastic model kit with Rio Asaka figure  [HA-52465]

Hasegawa 52465 - 1/24 Volkswagen VW Beetle 1966 with Rio Asaka figure

This is a 1/24 scale plastic model kit of the 1966 Volkswagen VW Beetle, representing the rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive (RR) layout and issued as part of a limited car model line.

The Volkswagen Beetle, originally developed as the Type 1 in the 1930s, became one of the most widely produced compact cars in the mid 20th century. By 1966 the Beetle retained its characteristic rounded silhouette, rear-mounted air-cooled engine arrangement and simple mechanical layout, serving as an economical passenger car in many regions.

The kit assembles from injection-style plastic parts typical of 1/24 automotive kits and includes a scale figure of Rio Asaka for vignette or diorama display. Builders should expect to prepare paints and adhesives separately; the kit is aimed at hobbyists who are comfortable with basic car-model assembly, masking, and painting to achieve period-accurate finishes.

The parts layout and molding reflect Hasegawa's approach to compact car subjects, with separate body and chassis components to aid in achieving correct stance and proportions. Decal markings or cockpit instrumentation are not specified in the source listing; builders may plan paint schemes based on photographic references for the 1966 model year.

A compact 1/24 kit that pairs a period Beetle body with a display figure, offering hobbyists a straightforward project focused on exterior proportions and basic assembly.