Description
1/12 Honda RA273 (with Photo-Etched Parts) Plastic Model Kit1/12 Honda RA273 (with Photo-Etched Parts) Plastic Model Kit
This model kit recreates the HONDA RA273 Formula One car as raced in the 1966 F1 season. At 1/12 scale it allows modelers to dive into the vast details the scale offers.
In 1966, Formula One regulations were changed and showed a move from cars with 1.5-liter engines to those with 3-liter ones. Having finally tasted success with the 1.5-liter RA272 the year before, the Honda engineers unfortunately had to start from nothing again, and the RA273 was not ready until the Italian GP in 1966. Featuring a lightweight monocoque frame with aluminum panels and powered by a 90-degree V12 engine, the car was driven by Richie Ginther and John Surtees, with Ginther finishing the season in a respectable 4th place overall.
About the Model
– 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 333mm, width: 143mm, height: 70mm Meticulously detailed V12 engine features fuel pipes and ignition cables. The 12 exhaust funnels are made from machined aluminum.
– Moving suspension is equipped with metal coil springs.
– Moving the steering wheel turns the front wheels.
– Nose cowling can be attached and removed even after assembly to display radiator and water tank.
– Extensive set of photo-etched parts, including brake discs, oil cooler, and steering wheel spokes are included for the ultimate finish.
– Mirror surfaces, and instrument panel rings are depicted with metal transfers.
– Semi-pneumatic tires with exact tread patterns add to the model’s racing feel.
– 1 driver figure included.
– 3 types of markings included.
