Tamiya 12053 - 1/12 Lotus 49B F1 w/Etched Parts  [12053]

The group Lotus Type 49B development debuted in the 3rd battle of 1968 Formula One racing season. It kept the DFV Cosworth engine as a stressed member, while including downforce-improving revisions such as a front wing and wedge-shaped motor cowling. From sixth race on, an exceptional high rear wing was added, which was attached straight to the trunk uprights (other groups connected theirs on motor block) so as to feed downforce directly back into the suspension system. In Addition, ever-inventive group primary and designer Colin Chapman adorned the 49B in sponsor colors; it absolutely was basically the first-time that had been done in Formula One, and quickly set a trend which continues also into the modern day. That 12 months, the sort 49B would make motorist Graham Hill and Lotus champions as the British group overcame the devastating loss in mercurial driver Jim Clark.

• Scale: 1/12
• Construction kind: Assembly kit
• Photo-etch components: Included
• Decals: Included
• Unique function 1: Length: 360mm, width: 165mm, height: 122mm.
• Unique function 2: exceptional detail is given by metal air funnels, plus photo-etched components to replicate brake discs, radiator, seatbelt components and much more.
• Unique function 3: Movable front/rear suspension uses practical device.
• Unique feature 4: DFV engine is rendered thoroughly.
• Unique function 5: components are included to replicate high rear wing, plus the high front wing as seen in the 1969 South African Grand Prix.
• Unique feature 6: is sold with semi-pneumatic plastic tires and motorist figure.
• Unique feature 7: Steering wheel moves front wheels.
• Special function 8: Markings are included to faithfully recreate the revolutionary livery, plus black colored Lotus nose badge utilized after Clark's death.