Tamiya 12044 - 1/12 Big Scale Racing Car Series No.44 Wolf WR1 1977  [12044]

Walter Wolf Racing had been created in 1977 by Canadian businessman Walter Wolf and their group's WR1 competed from 1977 before 1978 Monaco GP. Driven by Jody Scheckter, the WR1 won on its debut during the 1977 Argentina GP, which was a fantastic achievement since it was the very first battle for both team and automobile. The WR1, developed by Hesketh Racing designer Harvey Postlethwaite, ended up being light and dramatically compact. Four WR1s were made and designated with framework numbers WR1-WR4. They were all basically the exact same but with respect to the course, two types of wheelbases were ready. J. Scheckter additionally won the Monaco and Canadian GPs and claimed 2nd inside 1977 motorists championship. Within 1977 Japan GP, the WR1 featured Tamiya markings on its induction package. After qualifying in 6th position, the WR1 completed in 11th place, but received much attention for recording the fastest lap.

Specs & Features

• 1/12 scale synthetic construction kit associated with Wolf WR1.
• Length: 349mm, Width: 164mm, Height: 79mm.
• Coil springs are accustomed to mimic the motion of the front and rear suspension.
• Tyre moves front tires via rack and pinion system.
• The DFV engine, including the fuel pipelines, ignition cords, etc. happens to be accurately reproduced.
• Front and cockpit fairings are removable to show-case the internal mechanisms.-Photo-etched parts are included for different details and seatbelts for an authentic inside.
• Top-notch Cartograf decals to depict the car from 1977 Japan GP included.
• Synthetic rubber tires included.