This Tamiya large-scale model kit recreates the Renault RE-20 Turbo. Specifically, this kit is a re-release (originally released in 2006) with Cartograf decals and marking instruction.
About the 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 modified version of the RS-10, and this car had a 30kg weight reduction and employed 1.5-liter 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.
Requires paint and assembly.
- 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. length: 389mm, width: 184mm.
- Super detailed turbocharger 6-cylinder engine and transmission.
- 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 tires.
- 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).
- High-quality decals made by Cartograf are included.