1/12 '66 Honda RA273 F1 Racing w/PE Parts

• 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 333mm, width: 143mm, height: 70mm Meticulously detailed V12 engine features fuel pipes and ignition cables. The 12 exhaust funnels are made from machined aluminum.
• Moving suspension is equipped with metal coil springs.
• Moving the steering wheel turns the front wheels.
• Nose cowling can be attached and removed even after assembly to display radiator and water tank.
• Extensive set of photo-etched parts, including brake discs, oil cooler, and steering wheel spokes are included for the ultimate finish.
• Mirror surfaces, and instrument panel rings are depicted with metal transfers.
• Semi-pneumatic tires with exact tread patterns add to the model's racing feel.
• 1 driver figure included.
• 3 types of markings included.

This model kit recreates the HONDA RA273 Formula One car as raced in the 1966 F1 season. At 1/12 scale it allows modelers to dive into the vast details the scale offers.

In 1966, Formula One regulations were changed and showed a move from cars with 1.5-liter engines to those with 3-liter ones. Having finally tasted success with the 1.5-liter RA272 the year before, the Honda engineers unfortunately had to start from nothing again, and the RA273 was not ready until the Italian GP in 1966. Featuring a lightweight monocoque frame with aluminum panels and powered by a 90-degree V12 engine, the car was driven by Richie Ginther and John Surtees, with Ginther finishing the season in a respectable 4th place overall.