Tamiya 24262 - 1/24 Peugeot 206 WRC 2002 Winner Version  [24262]

Towards Peugeot 206 WRC 2002 Winner

The Peugeot 206 WRC made its impressive debut on Tour de Corse, the 6th race of this 1999 World Rally Championships (WRC). Following the Peugeot 206 clenched the double title in 2000 therefore the Manufacturer's Title in 2001, Team Peugeot entered the 2002 season with a high hopes. The Peugeot 206 WRC 2002 features a 4WD system with longitudinally set up transmission combined with a 2-liter turbo motor attached to probably the most compact framework of all WRC cars, is equipped with electronically contrlled active differentials. In 2002, a dynamic anti-roll bar was newly loaded to modify the roll associated with the car via electronically controlled hydraulics capable of establishing alterations during operating. The Peugeot 206 also underwent improvements regarding cooling system, motor energy and fat. The adjustments made on the 2002 version demonstrably paid off. By the 12th rally, the double name was within Team Peugeot's grasp. Set for triumph, Peugeot entered 4 devices in the tough gravel course that comprises the first leg for the New Zealand Rally. 2001 champion R. Burns, who transferred over from Subaru the last 12 months took the lead and controlled the first leg associated with battle. Burns, that has not yet had a victory in 2002, was hungry for a 1st destination finish. But teammate M. Gronholm would climb to first position during the 2nd day's race, and been able to take the victory with his constant driving regarding third time. Teammate H. Rovanpera adopted in second spot, for a great one-two finish by the Peugeot team, which now boasts 3 consecutive Manufacturer's Titles. 2002 was a year of true excellence for Peugeot which took 8 victories away from 14 events, along with victories being one-two finishes by the Peugeot 206, a motor vehicle which will drop in rally history as a genuine Winner.

Specs & Features

• Definitely detailed fixed display model.
• Practical interior and chassis undersurface.
• High quality, waterslide decals
• Realistically treaded tires with pre-painted tires.
• Steel plated light parts.
• Mesh material accustomed create an authentic grille.
• Clear red and amber lens covers.
• Illustrated set up guide.