Tamiya Plastic Models

Frank Williams, the founder of the renowned Williams Grand Prix Engineering, ventured into motorsport racing during 1961 as a race driver. In 1969, he brought a Brabham Formula One racer, and formed his first team, calling it "Frank Williams Racing Cars", and began racing in Grand Prix events. His first 10 years in Formula One racing were spent learning, not winning; but in 1977 he teamed up with a very talented designer, Patrick Head to form the group which has achieved true success. Their type FW07 series racing machine was first introduced in 1979. It successfully demonstrated the "ground effect" theory and rewarded the team with two consecutive constructors titles for 1980 and 1981 racin
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This is a Honda RA273 Plastic Model Kit by Tamiya. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. Features: * This static model commemorates the first victory of Honda's 3rd adventure in F1 racing (Hungary GP). * It's a limited re-release kit with photo etched detail parts. * Removable front cowl. * A precise reproduction of the historic 3 liter V12 engine, complete with rubber fuel pipe and plug wires. * Aluminum air funnels. * Superb cockpit detail including textured seat. * Working front and rear suspensions featuring metal coil springs and parts with chrome plating. * Steerable front wheels. * Simulated, hollow rubber tires with accurate tread patterns and embossed lettering on the side
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This is a Renault RE 30 Turbo Plastic Model Kit by Tamiya. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. Features: * Limited re-release with photo etched parts. * Accurately reproduced F1 bodywork with movable side skirts. * Working front and rear suspension. * Exquisitely reproduced turbocharged 6 cylinder engine with vinyl hoses. * Steerable front wheels. * Highly detailed chassis. * Superb cockpit detail. * Realistically detailed driver figure with decals to depict either Alain Prost's or Rene Arnoux's helmet. * Separately applied front wing. * Simulated Michelin racing slicks. * Chrome and metal plated parts. * Waterslide decals. * Illustrated assembly guide.
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This is the 1/12 Scale Lotus Type 78 Plastic Model Kit from Tamiya. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. Features: Unassembled molded plastic display model Movable suspension incorporates coil springs Front wheels are linked with working steering wheel Realistic DFV engine comes with fuel pipes and ignition cable Radiator air duct, induction box, front and cockpit cowlings can be removed even after assembly Photo etched parts to depict brake discs, radiator core, 2 types of front/rear wing tips and metal parts for seatbelts Waterslide decals for two different versions: 1: No. 5 Mario Andretti/ No. 6 Gunnar Nilsson, 1977 British GP 2: No. 6 Ronnie Peterson, 1978 British GP Qualifyi
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This is the 1/12 Scale Porsche 935 "Martini" Plastic Model Kit from Tamiya. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. Features: Unassembled molded plastic display model Fully detailed 1/12 scale assembly kit Super detailed flat six engine Movable front and rear suspension Semi pneumatic rubber like tires Steerable front wheels Openable front hood, rear hood and doors Photo-etched parts included the radiator, brake discs and metal parts for seatbelts Waterslide decals for two different versions: 1: No. 1 Car Drivers: Jacky Ickx, Jochen Mass 2: No. 3 Car Drivers: Rolf Stommelen, Manfred Schurti.
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This is the 1/12 Scale Tyrrell 003 Plastic Model Kit from Tamiya. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. Features: Unassembled molded plastic display model Fully detailed 1/12 scale assembly kit Classic shape of the race car is accurately reproduced Body cowl & nose section can be removed to showcase internal details Front wheels are linked with steering wheel, enabling free movement Movable front and rear suspension incorporates coil springs Realistic Ford DFV engine comes with fuel pipes and ignition cables Includes photo-etched parts to depict brake discs, radiator, wing tips and metal parts for seatbelts Waterslide decals for three different versions: 1) No. 12 Jackie Stewart, 1
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This is the 1/12 Scale Porsche Turbo RSR Type 934 Jagermeister Plastic Model Kit from Tamiya. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. Features: Unassembled molded plastic display model Model intended for adult hobbyists - this is not a toy Fully detailed 1/12 scale assembly kit Super detailed flat six engine Movable front and rear suspension Semi pneumatic rubber like tires Steerable front wheels Openable front hood, rear hood and doors Detachable wheels Photo-etched parts included the radiator, brake discs and metal parts for seatbelts Cartograf decals Illustrated instructions.
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This is a McLaren MP4/6 Honda Plastic Model Kit by Tamiya. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. Features: * This is a Limited Edition re-release kit. * An accurate reproduction of the 1991 Formula One Champion car! Prototypical die cast metal suspension arms. * Functional front and rear suspension features damper unit operated by bell crank. * Authentically reproduced interior. * Beautifully reproduced V-12 engine, transverse gearbox and monocoque frame. * Functional steering. * Solid rubber racing slicks. * Waterslide decals with markings to depict either car driven by by Ayrton Senna or Gerhard Berger. * Illustrated assembly guide.
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In the 2001 racing season Ferrari's new F2001 machine would capture the Constructors' and Drivers' Championships equipped with the longitudinally mounted 3000 Ferrari Tipo 050 V10 engine incorporating an electro-hydraulic 7-speed gearbox in pre-machined welded titanium. After the ban was lifted on traction control, launch control and other high-tech devices at the 5th race in Spain, the F2001 was finished with an arsenal of new equipment to further outclass rivals. By the 13th race Schumacher had already clutched the championship with 9 wins, earning him 53 total wins in his career, as he became the most successful F1 driver of all time and the Ferrari F2001 the undisputed top machine in F1
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Drastic regulation changes for F-1 events, took effect starting the 1989 Formula-One racing season. One regulation banned turbo-charged engines, limiting cars to normally aspirated powerplants with a maximum displacement of 3.5 liters. To comply with the new regulations, the renowed Williams racing team, together with Renault, created the FW12C racing car for the '89 season, using Renault's V-10 cylinder type RS1 powerplant. Later that year the team introduced an improved FW13 racer, which placed 2nd in the constructor's title competition. This potent machine was further advanced for the 1990 season, by incorporating a new and compact Renault RS2 V-10 engine, and redesignated the FW13B. Chie
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This is the 1/24 Scale Nissan GT-R(R35)GT Version Photo-Etched Detail Parts from the Detail-Up Parts Series by Tamiya. Features: High quality option parts adding a professional touch to your model Set includes photo-etched front/rear brake discs, front air intake mesh, rear fender air outlet mesh, catch pins, kill switch, seatbelt buckles, seatbelt stickers, aluminum antenna base, stainless steel antenna, metal exhaust tip and tire stencils Seatbelt stickers enhance interior realism while a metal exhaust tip and antenna base add sharp finishing touches.
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This is a 1/20 Plastic Brabham BT50 BMW Turbo Formula 1 Race Car from Tamiya. For modelers ages 10 and above. Features: * Plastic parts are attached to sprues and molded in silver, white, and black. * Static display model. * Super detailed BMW turbo engine. * Driver figure included. * Wide tire slicks; rear wheels are larger. * Front and rear wing. * Waterslide decals. * Detailed and informative pictorial instructions.
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To comply with the drastic regulation changes that took effect starting the 1989 F-1 racing season, the Ferrari team brought out their revolutionary F189 type 640 machine. Designer John Barnard and his staff have successfully developed a unique but very effective racer. The very esthetic body styling resembling a vase when viewed from above, is the result of extensive wind tunnel testing, and is said to provide better internal airflow. The normally aspirated, 3.5 liter displacement powerplant is Ferrari's traditional 12 cylinder in a V format, and incorporates 5 valves per cylinder. One of the more controversial features of this racer is the semi-automatic gear box. It is an electronically c
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One of the many Formula One racing teams, Jordan Grand Prix, grew out of Eddie Jordan Racing, one of the most successful international motorsport racing teams of the 1980's. Founded by Eddie Jordan in 1980, the team quickly established itself as a major force in Formula 3 and Formula 3000 championships. At the beginning of the 1990 racing season, Eddie announced that he planned to enter Formula One racing starting in 1991. His entry resulted in on of the most esthetic and potent racing machines seen during the 1991 Formula One Grand Prix season. The car was designed by the very talented Gary Anderson, and designated the "Jordan 191". The racer incorporated an anhedral type of front wing for
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Team Lotus of automobile racing fame, was founded by the late Colin Chapman, and made their racing debut during the 1958 Monaco Grand Prix. Since then, they have established a reputation for creating advance and innovating racing machines that often became benchmarks in Grand Prix racing. During the 1992 season, Team Lotus, led by managing director Peter Collins, showed impressive performance using their newly developed Type 107 racing machine. The superb aerodynamic package, created by chief designer Chris Murphy, received acclaim as the best handling car of the season, and allowed the team to place 5th overall for the constructors title. For the 1993season, the team introduced the Type 107
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The 1965 Mexican Grand Prix was not just the last race of the season, but also the last Formula-One race using normally aspirated 1.5 liter displacement engines. The car that won this memorable even was Honda's highly competitive RA272 racing machine, driven by the skilled driver Richie Ginther. Honda was the first Japanese car manufacturer to participate in F-1 Grand Prix racing, and this was their first F-1 victory since entering the 1964 German Grand Prix. Honda competed in the 1964 season using their RA271 machine, piloted by the young American driver Ronnie Bucknum. Although the RA271 occassionally showed a glimpse of its hidden potential, it failed to record any remarkable results. A d
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Throughout the history of Formula 1 Grand Prix starting from 1950, Formula 1 cars have undergone numerous innovative developments. Many of them were accomplished by the Team Lotus led by a genius, Colin Chapman. Above all, invention of the monocoque construction chassis was one of his most epoch-making creations. It was in 1962 when the Team Lotus entered their Lotus 25 using the monocoque construction chassis for the first time in the Formula one history. The monocoque frame formed by bending thin aluminum plates made it possible to obtain rigidity and lighter weight at the same time, compared to the "Space Frame" construction with steel pipes which was commonly used until then. The Lotus 2
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Achieving the long sought after double victory of the Drivers' Championship and Constructors' Championship at the 2000 F1 World Championships, Ferrari capped off the season in a blaze of crimson glory. Their state-of-the-art machine is now available as a precise assembly model kit from Tamiya. The exterior of the Ferrari F1-2000 features exquisitely recreated curvatures, tried and tested in Ferrari's own wind tunnel. Tamiya's 1/20 scale recreation features the same intrepid shape, which encases the intricately designed 3-liter, V10 engine. Tamiya invites you to commemorate Ferrari's brilliant 2000 season with this masterful 1/20 scale rendition. Features: * 1/20 scale plast
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Many people who visited the London Motor Show in October 1959 met an unfamiliar sight at the stand of Austin and Morris of the British Motor Company. It had a strange styling which was quite different from the current cars at that time; however most thought it was cute. They could not quite believe that this car could seat comfortably, four large British gentlemen or stout women, in a car that had a length of 3.05m and a width of 1.41m. If they had known the amount of time and trouble that the designers had taken to accomplish this feat, they would have better understood why this was not only practical, but feasible as well. Features: * clear and chrome pieces included also
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The Lotus Super Seven is a true sports car with few creature comforts. If you are looking for a smooth ride in luxurious comfort the Lotus Seven is not for you. If you are looking for phenomenal performance, economical operation and pure fun, then this car will do that, and more. Used by car clubs for racing events, it has won more than its share of honors, and will go on to win even more. Light in weight and with more than enough power, plus the superb road handling it is by far the finest kit form automobile you could obtain. Features: * clear and chrome pieces included also. * Complete engine detail. * Authentic suspension, interior, and chassis. * Car may be built into
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The basic design came from Sir Alec Issigonis, a British subject from Greece, in 1959. To that John Cooper, of racing fame souped up the engine and it was so well received by the B.M.C. (British Motor Company) that they produced it in quantity, giving it the name of Morris Mini Cooper, and therein lies the saga of the Monte Mini. Initially, the Morris Mini was a comfortable, compact, about the town, automobile, that was easy to drive and park. It could carry four large English gentlemen with ease or four rather stout English Women. It has a top speed of about 87 mph, but it could out perform the great Porsches. Features: * clear and chrome pieces included also. * Complete e
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This is a 1/24 Plastic Porsche 959 Sports Car from Tamiya. For ages 10 and over. Features: * Unassembled plastic pieces attached to sprue trees for organization. * Parts molded in silver; clear pieces also included. * Highly accurate display model. * Complete engine detail. * Scale undersurface detailing. * Authentic suspension and interior. * Steerable front wheels. * Hollow wheel spokes increase air volume to brakes. * Rear wing (spoiler) for optimum control at high speeds. * Waterslide decals. * Detailed pictorial instructions.
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Construct the Eunos Roadster with This 1/24 Scale Plastic Assembly Kit from Tamiya's Sports Car Series. Suitable for modelers age 10 and over. Features: * This kit was designed with the assistance of the Mazda Motor Company. * Each plastic piece has molded-in details for a realistic appearance. * Highly accurate static display model. * Authentic chassis undersurface and interior. * Realistic rubber like Dunlap tires. * Convertible or hard-top. * Model with side windows open or closed. * Waterslide license plates and dashboard gauges. * Pictorial assembly instructions.
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Since it was first introduced in 1969, the Nissan Motor Company's "Z" has set standards for everyone else to follow. The "Z" has been the most widely produced sports car in the world. In mid 1989, Nissan showed their latest achievement with the 300ZX Turbo. This pursuit of a perfect relationship between car and driver has yielded another superlative sports car with both ride comfort and great handling. Features: * Parts molded in white and gray, plus clear pieces for windows and windshield. * Static display model features a sunroof. * Includes left and right steering consoles. * Realistic rubber-like tires. * Complete engine detail. * Silver plated mags. * Waterslide decals
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With blistering performance, the Nissan Skyline GT-R has made a welcome come-back to the Japanese motorsports scene. The legendary Skyline GT-R was first created in 1969 as a road-going racer, and immediately won praise from motorsports enthusiasts. In May, 1989, Nissan unveiled a reincarnation of this superlative automobile, 16 years after its previous GT-R. The powerplant in this vehicle is a 2568cc, six cylinder, DOHC, 24 valve, twin ceramic turbocharged and intercooled 280 horsepower engine, which was designed from the outset for competition use. In order to effectively transmit this tremendous power to the wheels, the Skyline GT-R incorporates Nissan's original ATTESA E-TS variable torq
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During the early 1970's, the Toyota Motor Company of Japan ventured into the specialty car field, and soon established a reputation for producing cars with both quality and performance. Their "Supra" series is often described as a re-creation of Toyota's legendary 2000GT sports car, which was an excellent combination of high performance and elegance. Features: * Parts molded in black and silver; clear pieces also included. * Highly detailed static display car model. * Precisely reproduced engine bay and interior. * Realistic rubber-like tires. * Left and right steering consoles. * Ventilated disc brakes fitted at all corners. * Waterslide decals include three sets of plates
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Three years after their first concept car was unveiled to the public at the 1988 Birmingham, England Motor show, Jaguar's sensational XJ220 went into production. Only 350 of these mid-engined, two door, two-seat coupes will be built, with the first ones becoming available during early 1992. Features: * Parts molded in silver, black, and light gray; clear pieces also included. * Static display model. * Authentic 3.5 liter V-6 cylinder turbocharged engine. * Complete exterior and interior detailing. * Realistic rubber-like tires. * Metal transfer emblem.
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This is a 1/24 Plastic Morris Mini Cooper Racing Vehicle from Tamiya. For ages 10 and over. Features: * Plastic parts are attached to sprues and molded in black and green; clear and chrome pieces included also. * Complete exterior and interior details. * "Hydrolastic" 4-wheel independent suspension system. * Authentic suspension, engine, and chassis. * Waterslide decals include the #21. * Authentic rubber-like treaded tires. * Detailed pictorial instructions.
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