Tamiya 300020060 Lotus Typ 79 1978 Model car assembly kit 1:20 300020060

Tamiya 300020060 Lotus Typ 79 1978 Car model assembly kit 1:20

1:20 Lotus Type 79 1978

In 1977 Lotus introduced a revolutionary ground effect car with a sleek monocoque chassis with the 78 type. A decisive feature of the design was the wide side boxes, which were formed inside like inverted aircraft wings. During the 1978 season, the advanced type 79 was introduced. The fuel tanks were placed behind the cockpit and the rear suspension had effective internal dampers.

In 1978, Mario Andretti and Ronnie Peterson were deployed as pilots. The successes did not allow for long: Andretti won 5 wins, winning the drivers' championship. Peterson added another victory to secure the team's construction title. The 79 type strongly influenced later F1 machines and its overwhelming speed as well as its graceful design and its black finish brought him the nickname "Black Beauty".

The kit in scale 1:20 imitates the monocoque chassis, the suspension as well as the engine of the Lotus type 79 in detail. The front and rear vehicle panels can be removed after assembly to view the engine and cockpit section.

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Equipment:
Detailed model kit in the scale 1:20 · The high-quality Tamiya kit must be assembled on its own · The self-assembly is accompanied by a step by step or illustrated assembly instructions. The assembly instructions are included in the scope of delivery, of course · The fitting individual parts must be assembled on the basis of the installation instructions. The parts can be painted as you wish · Tools, glue and paints are not included in the plastic kit. They must be purchased as an option.

Technical specifications:
Product size (length): 220 mm · Scale: 1:20 · Type: Lotus type 79 1978