Tamiya 20060 - Lotus Type 79 1978  [20060]

The Ebony Beauty

In 1977, Lotus introduced a ground impact vehicle, the Type 78 which had a slim monocoque framework and wide part pontoons with undersurfaces like inverted aircraft wings. Round 6 Belgium GP inside 1978 period saw the development of the further evolved Type 79. The gas tanks were placed behind the cockpit as well as the straight back suspension system system showcased effective inboard dampers. Mario Andretti ended up being paired with Ronnie Peterson that 12 months, as well as the former drove the auto to an extraordinary pole-to-finish first victory. More success then used, with Andretti utilizing 5 wins to claim the drivers' championship and Peterson incorporating another win to help the group claim the constructors' name. The Type 79 considerably impacted later F1 machines and its overwhelming price additionally graceful design and livery obtained it the nickname “Black Beauty.”

Towards Model

• 1/20 scale synthetic setup kit form of the Lotus Type 79 1978.
• Length: 220mm,
• Width: 108mm.
• The sleek, low profile of machine is realistically reproduced.
• Front and back cowlings are detachable despite construction to display cockpit, engine, and suspension system.
• The distinctive undersurface kind of part pontoons are accurately rendered.
• Steel covers for environment funnels enhance great scale realism.
• Rubber tires included.
• 2 types of decals to depict No.5 and No.6 cars are included.
• 2 types of roll pubs additionally atmosphere outlets on part pontoons are included to allow the option of installation through the vehicle driven by Mario Andretti or Ronnie Peterson from either the British GP or German GP.