Tamiya 1/12 1977 Renault RE-20 Turbo Scaled Plastic Model Kit

Renault RE-20 Turbo

In 1977, Renault's RS-01 (first turbo engine Formula One car) started challenging in races, and in 1979, the RS-10 achieved its first triumph. The RE-20 Turbo was a modified version of the RS-10, and this car had a 30kg weight reduction and employed 1.5-litre V6 DOHC twin turbocharged engine capable of around 520hp. Get this re-issued model, which depicts the pioneer car of the Formula One turbo engine era.

Renault RE-20 Turbo

In 1977, Renault's RS-01 (first turbo engine Formula One car) started challenging in races, and in 1979, the RS-10 achieved its first triumph. The RE-20 Turbo was a modified version of the RS-10, and this car had a 30kg weight reduction and employed 1.5-litre V6 DOHC twin turbocharged engine capable of around 520hp. Get this re-issued model, which depicts the pioneer car of the Formula One turbo engine era.

The refined form of the car is depicted in style, including the rear wing with its distinctive end plates.

A highly authentic depiction of the 1.5-litre V6 turbo engine will delight, and features plenty of detail.

There is lots to enjoy in the cockpit, with depictions of pedals and more. The wheel steers the front wheels.

Side pontoon undersides feature the flicked up ends which contributed to the RE-20's ground effect.

Photo-etched parts are used in the depiction of brake discs. Moving suspension features coil springs.

Semi-pneumatic tyres feature recreations of not only tread, but also sidewall logos.

Side skirts can be raised & lowered.

Updated Cartograf decals are used to recreate sponsor logos livery details. A photo-etched car name plate is also included.

• The body is realistically captured in style with a super detailed turbocharger 6-cylinder engine. The drive system such as transmission is also authentically rendered.
• Front and rear suspension equipped with coil springs are movable.
• Screw-attached cowlings are detachable to show interiors such as frame structure and cooling system even after assembly.
• The steering wheel turns the front wheels.
• Side skirts can be moved up and down.
• Features semi-pneumatic synthetic rubber tyres.
• Comes with metal-plated parts to recreate wings and air intakes, and photo-etched parts to depict radiator, intercooler, oil cooler and brake discs, and metal transfers for use on side mirrors and instrumental panel (new). (Please use Tamiya CA cement for attachment of photo-etched parts.)
• High-quality decals made by Cartograf are also included.
• This kit is a re-release (originally released in 2006) with new Cartograf decals and marking instruction.

• Scale: 1/12
• Length: 389mm (15.3")
• Width: 184mm (7.24")

• Paint
• Modelling Glue such as Revell Contacta Professional Glue 25g
• Tweezers, scissors & modelling knives

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