Tamiya 1/12 Honda RA273 F1 Car with Photo-Etched Parts Kit 12032

Tamiya welcomes an updated re-issue of Item 12032 1/12 Honda RA273 (w/Photo-Etched Parts) (sold in 2015) with updated instruction manual (tyre engravings painting instruction added), packaging and a newly-added A3 size double-sided pamphlet with photos of the full-size car. Honda's Formula 1 history began when the company decided to take the bold step of creating their own race car, developing their own engine, and entering a factory team in the 1964 season. New regulations specifying 3-litre engines in 1966 meant Honda had to design a new machine, the RA273. John Surtees replaced Richie Ginther as Honda's top driver in 1967, and an improved machine showed promise by taking 3rd place at the South African Grand Prix.

About the Model

• This is a 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 333mm, width: 143mm, height: 70mm
• Includes a newly-added A3 size double-sided pamphlet with photos of the full-size car
• Features a realistic depiction of V12 engine with fuel pipes and ignition cables, plus twelve air funnels recreated by aluminium parts
• Coil springs are used for both front and rear suspension for smooth motion
• Steering wheel moves front wheels
• Nose cowling is removable, which allows the inspection of inside mechanics such as radiator
• Photo-etched parts recreate brake discs, radiator, oil cooler and steering wheel spokes, and metal transfers depict side mirror surfaces and meter rings
• Comes with a driver figure and three marking options

Photos of the Finished Model 
1) The quintessentially 1960s form of the car is captured with superb accuracy.
2) The V12 RA273 engine is depicted with accuracy, giving you an insight into Honda's technological prowess of the day.
3) The rear has accurate depictions of uprights, universal drive shaft joints and more. Metal springs are used.

1) The screw-attached nose cowling can be removed after completion to show off the radiator and its photo-etched grille.
2) The cramped cockpit even has depictions of the instrumentation.
3) Treaded tyres have the GOODYEAR logo moulded into them.

Additional items are required to complete kit as illustrated