Honda F-1 RA272 Formula Racecar Open Wheel F1 GP
Item Number: tam20043
Honda F-1 RA272 Formula Racecar Open Wheel F1 GP
Item Number: tam20043
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Product Details
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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Includes
- Removable rear cowling and front nose cone.
- Complete V-12 cylinder engine detail.
- Synthetic rubber Good Year racing tires.
- Waterslide decals including the #11 and #12.
Features
1/20 Honda F-1 RA272
Requirements & Suggestions
- Assembly
- Plastic cement (TES3501) (PLS00002) (TAM87012) or glue (HLC107)
- Paint:
- TS-7 - Racing White (TAM85007)
- X-11 - Chrome Silver (TAM81011) (TAM81511)
- X-12 - Gold Leaf (TAM81012) (TAM81512)
- X-18 - Semi Gloss Black (TAM81018) (TAM81518)
- X-6 - Orange (TAM81006) (TAM81506)
- X-9 - Brown (TAM81009) (TAM81509)
- XF-1 - Flat Black (TAM81301) (TAM81701)
- XF-16 - Flat Aluminum (TAM81316) (TAM81716)
- XF-24 - Dark Grey (TAM81324) (TAM81724)
- XF-53 - Neutral Grey (TAM81353) (TAM81753)
- XF-56 - Metallic Grey (TAM81356) (TAM81756)
- XF-7 - Flat Red (TAM81307) (TAM81707)
- Paint Brushes
- Modeling Knife (EXL16001) (XACX3627) (EXL16018)
- Pin Vise (TAM74050) (ZON37-145) (SQU10801)
- File or Emery Board
- Sprue Cutter (XUR410A) (EXL55594)
- Tweezers (TAM74003) (EXL30416)
- Scissors (XUR9180ET) (TAM74068) (TAM74031)
- Water for Decals
- Adult Supervision
Comments
- Keep small parts and sharp edges away from children ages 3 and under.
- Care should always be taken when using tools and modeling knives.
Specifications
Scale: 1/20
- Tamiya Product Number: 20043
Reviews
Review Summary
The reviews highlight the exceptional quality and detail of this model kit, particularly praising the engine, suspension, and overall fitment of parts. Many note the clear and helpful instructions, making the assembly process enjoyable, though some mention it is better suited for experienced modelers due to small, delicate components. The kit is frequently described as fun to build, with a realistic finish that makes it a valuable addition to collections.
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