Tamiya 12045 - 1/12 McLaren M23 1974 - w/Photo Etched Parts  [12045]

Changing the McLaren M19 in 1973 had been the solid M23 that has been used for four years until it had been ultimately replaced in 1977 because of the M26. The M23 earned McLaren the Constructors' Championship in 1974 in addition to two Drivers' Championships in 1974 (James Hunt) and 1976 (Emerson Fittipaldi). The M23 was additionally driven by MotoGP legend Mike Hailwood who won third place during the 1974 Southern African Grand Prix.

Specs and Features

• 36 years after it absolutely was originally released, Tamiya is proud to re-release the 1/12 scale plastic set up model kit for the famous McLaren M23.
• The sleek human anatomy has been realistically reproduced.
• The leading cowling, cockpit fairing, and induction package are typical detachable.
• The controls is from the front tires to allow motion.
• The Ford-Cosworth DFV 2,993cc V8 motor, like the fuel pipelines and ignition cords, are typical realistically reproduced.
• Movable front and back suspensions feature coil springs.
• Cloth-texture seatbelt stickers and photo-etched seat buckles highlight the cockpit area.
• Photo-etched components are included to depict details such as for instance front and rear brake discs.
• Decals for No.5 and No.6 automobiles are included.
• Slick tires are created with synthetic rubber.