Honda Ra273
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Description
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!
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.
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
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.
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Specifications
- Construction Type Assembly kit
- Decals Included
- Discontinued True
- Photo-Etch Parts Included
- Scale 1/12
- Special Feature 1 Length: 333mm, Width: 143mm, Height: 70mm.
- Special Feature 10 3 types of markings included.
- Special Feature 2 Detailed V-12 engine features fuel pipes and ignition cables. Exhaust funnels are made from aluminum.
- Special Feature 3 Fully-movable front and rear suspensions are equipped with metal coil springs for life-like operation.
- Special Feature 4 Moving the steering wheel actually turns the front wheels.
- Special Feature 5 Nose cowling can be removed even after assembly to display radiator and water tank.
- Special Feature 6 Extensive set of photo-etched parts, including brake discs, oil cooler, and steering wheel spokes is included for the ultimate finish.
- Special Feature 7 Manufacturer emblems, mirror surfaces, and instrument panel depicted with metal transfers.
- Special Feature 8 Hollow rubber tires with accurate tread patterns add to the model's racing feel.
- Special Feature 9 1 driver figure included.