Tamiya 24209 - 1/24 Toyota Corolla WRC  [24209]

Towards Toyota Corolla WRC:

• In its long and illustrious profession on earth Rally Championships, Toyota has used mainly the Celica as its flagship. In 1997, however, a rule modification in the WRC presented Toyota with the opportunity to show its innovation.
  

  Permission had been issued to equip the bottom for the Toyota's commonly marketed manufacturing vehicle with a turbo-charge and four-wheel drive system, as well as modify the motor without limitation. The greater amount of compact human anatomy of the Corolla was opted for the development of this new rally car, while the Corolla WRC automobile was created. Utilizing components thoroughly tested regarding Celica, the Corolla WRC was equipped with a front side loaded, 2-litre, 4-cylinder 3S-GTE turbo motor and 4-wheel drive. Highly reliable MacPherson struts alllow for a fantastic suspension system on both front and rear. Besides, the side associated with the steering line was loaded with a sequential change lever, called a "joystick", permitting a 6-speed transmission control. With hydraulic brakes that immediately sense the movement associated with wheels and a center differential built with a hang-on clutch, the Corolla WRC is stock full of the most recent electronic gadgetry.

  A size smaller than the Celica, the Corolla WRC is perfectly suited to the winding country roads for the Rally. The Corolla WRC debuted inside Finland Rally of 1997, which resulted in a half 12 months of evaluation before fully entering the WRC in 1998. Principal drivers Carlos Sainz and Didier Auriol revealed winning ability.