1:12 Honda RA273 w/Photoetched Parts -12032 Limited Numbers!

Re-Issue of the 1:12 Honda RA273 w/Photoetched Parts -12032 In Limited Numbers!

Tamiya welcomes an updated re-issue of Item 12032 1/12 Honda RA273 (w/Photo-Etched Parts) (sold in 2015) with updated instruction manual (tyre engravings painting instruction added), packaging and a newly-added A3 size double-sided pamphlet with photos of the full-size car. Honda's Formula 1 history began when the company decided to take the bold step of creating their own race car, developing their own engine, and entering a factory team in the 1964 season. New regulations specifying 3-litre engines in 1966 meant Honda had to design a new machine, the RA273. John Surtees replaced Richie Ginther as Honda's top driver in 1967, and an improved machine showed promise by taking 3rd place at the South African Grand Prix.

About the Honda RA273

In 1966, Formula 1 regulations were changed and indicated a move from cars with 1.5 liter engines to those with 3 liters. Having finally tasted success with the 1.5 liter RA272 the year before, the green Honda engineers unfortunately had to start from scratch again, and the RA273 was not ready until the Italian GP in the Autumn of 1966. With Richie Ginther at the wheel, the car proved to be more powerful than its competitors, and Ginther ended the season in a respectable fourth place. After running through most of the 1967 season, the RA273 eventually gave way to the much more improved RA300.

About the Model

• This is a 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 333mm, width: 143mm, height: 70mm
• Includes a newly-added A3 size double-sided pamphlet with photos of the full-size car
• Features a realistic depiction of V12 engine with fuel pipes and ignition cables, plus twelve air funnels recreated by aluminium parts
• Coil springs are used for both front and rear suspension for smooth motion
• Steering wheel moves front wheels
• Nose cowling is removable, which allows the inspection of inside mechanics such as radiator
• Photo-etched parts recreate brake discs, radiator, oil cooler and steering wheel spokes, and metal transfers depict side mirror surfaces and meter rings
• Comes with a driver figure and three marking options