Tamiya 21089 - 1/20 Lotus Type 79 1978 German GP,No.5 (Finished Model)  [21089]

In 1977, Lotus introduced the Type 78 which had a slim monocoque chassis and wide part pontoons with under areas like inverted aircraft wings. Round 6 Belgium GP in to the 1978 period saw the growth associated with the further evolved Type 79. The fuel tanks had been put behind the cockpit while the back suspension system showcased effective inboard dampers. Mario Andretti wound up being along with Ronnie Peterson that 12 months, as well as former drove the automobile to an extraordinary pole-to-finish first winnings. More success applied, with Andretti utilizing 5 victories to claim the motorists' championship and Peterson adding another win to help the group claim the constructors' title. The Type 79 greatly influenced down the road F1 devices plus its overwhelming speed and elegant design and livery attained it the nickname �Black Beauty.�

Specs & qualities

• 1/20 scale finished types of the No.5 and No.6 vehicles of driven by Mario Andretti and Ronnie Peterson within British (Item 21088) and German (Item 21089) GPs.
• Length: 220mm.
• The beautiful types of the Lotus is accurately reproduced.
• Decals and pad printed markings are utilized for a superior quality finish.
• The Lotus will come in its display packaging allowing one to show it because it is.
• Is sold with a display base and name plate.
• Metal transfers depict the medial side mirrors.
• Photo-etched parts have been completely placed on the chair belts for a practical finish