Tamiya 24203 - 1/24 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V WRC  [24203]

The name "Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution" made its first look at the 1973 World Rally Championships. From then on, the Lancer participated on and down in rally activity until its go back to the WRC in 1993.

The reborn Lancer Evolution adopted a 4WD system, and had been equipped with a 2L DOHC turbo motor, called the 4G63. Achieving a second destination finish in both the Indonesia Rally as well as the RAC Rally, the Lancer showed the planet a glimpse of its rate. Through the development II in 1994, towards Evolution III in 1995, the Lancer had been under continuous development. In 1996, the Evolution III, driven by Tommi Makinen, won five races earning him a Driver's Title. Driving the development IV within the following 12 months, Tommi Makinen became a repeat champion. In 1998, the Development V made its debut inside fifth Catalonian Rally. The Evolution's many impressive feature is its wide human anatomy. With a blister fender in the front side, and a fiberglass over fender regarding the rear, the width of human body had been expanded to 177mm.

In addition, by changing the design associated with the front bumper and bonnet ducts, also since by adding moveable wings and spoilers, the Evolution V was given more punch. An electrically managed active differential ended up being adopted into the rear, as well as in the center and front side associated with automobile, ensuring high traction. The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V, driven by Tommi Makinen, showed the power of a champion throughout the year.

Specs & Features

• Plastic components are attached to sprues.
• Definitely detailed static display model kit.
• Complete engine bay.
• Authentic inside and chassis undersurface.
• Solid artificial rubber tire slicks.
• Detail by detail suspension system.
• Waterslide decals.
• Detail by detail pictorial directions.