Tamiya 24108 - 1/24 Mitsubishi GTO Twin Turbo  [24108]

Concerning the Mitsubishi GTO Twin Turbo:

• The development concept behind Mitsubishi's GTO Twin Turbo was to produce a fun-to-drive, but safe, 4WD sports vehicle which could enhance the performance capability of the typical motorist. Bursting with power and also the latest technical wonders, the GTO Twin Turbo seemingly have achieved this lofty goal.

  Underneath the muscular body styling lies a transverse mounted, 3 liter, DOHC V-6 cylinder, twin-turbocharged and intercooled powerplant. This mulipoint fuel-injected motor creates 280 horsepower at 6000rpm and 42.5kg-m of torque at a remarkably low 2500rpm. Energy from this awesome engine is channeled through a 5-speed handbook German made, Getrag transmission. The full-time 4WD system incorporates a center planetary differential with viscous coupling. From this device, a sleeve shaft supplies power to leading differential, while a concentric solid shaft delivers capacity to a corner, limited slide differential. Leading and back 45:55 torque split ration is automatically controlled in accordance with operating and track conditions. Front MacPherson struts and rear double wishbone suspension system guarantees sure-footed performance under harsh weather conditions.

  Additionally, the widely spaced tires are fitted with fat tires to give you a stable and firm trip. Ventilated disk brakes anyway corners are assisted by an anti-lock braking system, supplying positive stopping performance. The Mitsubishi GTO Twin Turbo brings supercar pleasure to all degrees of motorist.