Tamiya Lotus Type 79 1978 #20060  [20060]

The Ebony Beauty

In 1977, Lotus introduced a ground impact vehicle, the Type 78 which had a slim monocoque framework and wide part pontoons with undersurfaces like inverted aircraft wings. Round 6 Belgium GP inside 1978 season saw the introduction of the further evolved Type 79. The gas tanks were put behind the cockpit as well as the back suspension system showcased effective inboard dampers. Mario Andretti ended up being paired with Ronnie Peterson that 12 months, plus the former drove the automobile to an impressive pole-to-finish first win. More success then followed, with Andretti using 5 wins to claim the drivers' championship and Peterson incorporating another win to greatly help the team claim the constructors' name. The Type 79 significantly affected later F1 machines as well as its overwhelming rate also graceful design and livery obtained it the nickname “Black Beauty.”

About the Model

• 1/20 scale plastic set up kit style of the Lotus Type 79 1978.
• Length: 220mm,
• Width: 108mm.
• The sleek, low profile of machine has been realistically reproduced.
• Front and rear cowlings are removable even after construction to display cockpit, motor, and suspension.
• The distinctive undersurface form of part pontoons are accurately rendered.
• Steel covers for atmosphere funnels enhance great scale realism.
• Rubber tires included.
• 2 types of decals to depict No.5 and No.6 automobiles are included.
• 2 kinds of roll bars also atmosphere outlets on side pontoons are included to allow the choice of installation from the automobile driven by Mario Andretti or Ronnie Peterson from either the British GP or German GP.