Tamiya 24217 - 1/24 Ford Focus WRC  [24217]

In regards to the Ford Focus WRC

Ford Motor Sports happen active players in rally sports since the 1950's. They are back once again to challenge the 1999 season of the World Rally Championships using the machine unveiled in January at Birmingham engine Show, the Focus WRC. By adopting an upright gearbox, substantial weight are positioned further straight back in the chassis, providing superb general balance. Other advanced improvements associated with Focus consist of: the abundant use of titanium alloy parts, use of low friction bearings, and an oil stress operated waste gate to avoid turbo lag. In the second Swedish Rally, Focus driver, Thomas Radstrom took 3rd place. Within the following 3rd Safari Rally and the 4th Portugal Rally, Colin McRae achieved back again to right back victories, demonstrating the effectiveness of this impressive device.

Specs & Features

• 1/24 Scale set up model kit based on the Ford Focus WRC which challenged the 1999 World Rally Championship.
• General size: 174mm, general width: 75mm.
• Front and rear overhangs were authentically recreated, providing a stylishly curved type.
• Roll cage as well as other rally options have now been painstakingly reproduced in 1/24 scale.
• Nylon mesh included for grille on the front atmosphere consumption.
• The underside of the framework shows struts, drive train alongside step-by-step components.
• Under cowl is included as a clear component.
• Tires have already been recreated with utmost awareness of detail, because of the Michelin Tarmac-Tread Tires.