Tamiya 21104 - 1/20 Lotus78 78 UK GP 6 Fin  [21104]

Base of the Wing Revolution

The group Lotus Type 78 showcased its performance in the 1977 race season. Its innovative design showcased a slim monocoque with side pontoons, which had undersurfaces shaped like inverted aircraft wings to come up with downforce, and immediately rendered all other race vehicle designs obsolete. Both automobiles had been driven by Mario Andretti and Gunnar Nilsson that 12 months, using the former taking victories at the U.S. western, Spanish, French, and Italiah GPs although the latter won on Belgian GP. The Type 78 additionally continued to evolve in to the even more famous championship-winning Type 79.

Towards Model

• 1/20 scale finished synthetic display model.
• Length: 225mm, Width: 102mm
• The car's sharp, ground-hugging form with side pontoons happens to be accurately reproduced.
• Expertly completed with Team Lotus' classic gloss black livery, with markings to depict Mario Andretti's No.5 automobile.
• Highly detailed DFV motor, transmission, and suspension system.
• Photo-etched parts the wingtip dishes, seatbelt buckles, etc. assistance enhance realism.
• Side mirror areas depicted with metal transfers.
• Realistic plastic tires feature accurate profiles.
• Display base with title plate and clear situation also included.