Honda RA273 Honda Racing Team - Formula 1 World Championship 1966 and 1967

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This is a scale model kit to be assembled by an adult; it includes all the parts as indicated, but it does not include glue or paints, that you can also buy at DModelkits Store.

In 1966, Formula 1 regulations were changed and stipulated a move from cars with 1.5-liter engines to those with 3-liter ones. Having finally tasted success with the 1.5-liter RA272 the year before, the Honda engineers unfortunately had to start from scratch again, and the RA273 was not ready until the Italian GP in 1966. Featuring a lightweight monocoque frame with aluminum panels and powered by a 90 degree V-12 engine, it was driven by Richie Ginther and John Surtees, Ginther finishing the season in a respectable 4th place overall.

To commemorate the first victory of Hondas third adventure in F1 racing (Hungary GP), the 1/12 Big Scale Series ITEM 12011 with Photo-Etched Parts included is out on limited re-release!

About the Honda RA273

In 1966, Formula 1 regulations were changed and indicated a move from cars with 1.5 liter engines to those with 3 liters. Having finally tasted success with the 1.5 liter RA272 the year before, the green Honda engineers unfortunately had to start from scratch again, and the RA273 was not ready until the Italian GP in the Autumn of 1966. With Richie Ginther at the wheel, the car proved to be more powerful than its competitors, and Ginther ended the season in a respectable fourth place. After running through most of the 1967 season, the RA273 eventually gave way to the much more improved RA300.

About the Model

•Historic 3 liter V12 engine precisely reproduced complete with fuel pipe and plug wire details
•Moveable front/rear suspensions featuring metal coil springs
•Life-like hollow rubber tires with accurate tread patterns
•Photo-etched parts included for air funnel, brake discs, radiator, and other parts
•Metal transfers realistically depict emblems and meters
•Kit and markings depict No.18 Richie Ginther, with markings for No.11 John Surtees

Assembly model kit in 1/12 scale,
Realistic model of the Honda RA273,
manual included, paints and glue required

• This is a 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 333mm, width: 143mm, height: 70mm.
  - Includes a newly-added A3 size double-sided pamphlet with photos of the full-size car.
  - Features a realistic depiction of V12 engine with fuel pipes and ignition cables, plus twelve air funnels recreated by aluminum parts.
  - Coil springs are used for both front and rear suspension for smooth motion.
  - Steering wheel moves front wheels.
  - Nose cowling is removable, which allows the inspection of inside mechanics such as radiator.
  - Photo-etched parts recreate brake discs, radiator, oil cooler and steering wheel spokes, and metal transfers depict side mirror surfaces and meter rings.
  - Comes with a driver figure and three marking options.
• Additional details for the Honda RA273 car scale model kit:
• Manufactured by Tamiya in 1/12 scale with reference TAM12032.
• Belongs to the Honda Racing Team.
• Driven by John Surtees and Richie Ginther
• with numbers 11 12 and 18
• Recreation of the vehicle racing at the Formula 1 World Championship in 1966 and 1967.
• Includes photo-etched parts, plastic parts, rubber parts, turned metal parts, water slide decals, assembly instructions and painting instructions.