Tamiya 24262 - 1/24 Peugeot 206 WRC 2002 Winner Version  [24262]

In regards to the Peugeot 206 WRC 2002 Winner

The Peugeot 206 WRC made its impressive first within Tour de Corse, the 6th competition regarding the 1999 World Rally Championships (WRC). Following the Peugeot 206 clenched the twin title in 2000 plus the Manufacturer's Title in 2001, Team Peugeot entered the 2002 period with high hopes. The Peugeot 206 WRC 2002 features a 4WD mechanism with longitudinally set up transmission combined with a 2-liter turbo engine attached to many compact chassis of most WRC automobiles, is equipped with electronically contrlled active differentials. In 2002, an energetic anti-roll bar had been newly packed to regulate the roll of this automobile via electronically controlled hydraulics capable of establishing improvements during running. The Peugeot 206 also underwent improvements regarding coolant system, motor power and fat. The customizations made on the 2002 variation clearly paid down. By the 12th rally, the dual title was within Team Peugeot's grasp. Set for victory, Peugeot joined 4 machines in the tough gravel course that comprises the first leg regarding the New Zealand Rally. 2001 champ R. Burns, whom transferred over from Subaru the earlier 12 months took the lead and controlled 1st leg associated with competition. Burns, who'd perhaps not yet had a success in 2002, was hungry for a first place finish. But teammate M. Gronholm would rise to first place during the 2nd day's race, and managed to take the success with his constant driving on the third time. Teammate H. Rovanpera observed in 2nd spot, for an amazing one-two finish by the Peugeot team, which now boasts 3 consecutive Manufacturer's Titles. 2002 had been per year of real quality for Peugeot which took 8 victories from 14 events, along with victories being one-two finishes by the Peugeot 206, a vehicle that will decrease in rally history as a genuine Winner.

Specs & Features

• Definitely detailed fixed display model.
• Realistic interior and framework undersurface.
• Top quality, waterslide decals
• Realistically treaded tires with pre-painted tires.
• Steel plated light parts.
• Mesh material always create a realistic grille.
• Clear red and amber lens covers.
• Illustrated set up guide.