Item# 12037

Lotus Type 78

W/Photo Etched Parts

MSRP: $155.00

This model kit recreates the famous Lotus Type 78, which was driven by Mario Andretti and Gunnar Nilsson. The Lotus Type 78 made its name in history as the first ... Learn more

Lotus Type 78

  1. Description

    This model kit recreates the famous Lotus Type 78, which was driven by Mario Andretti and Gunnar Nilsson. The Lotus Type 78 made its name in history as the first full-fledged wing car in Formula One. The race car has a slender body based on a sharp wedge shape, and the inside of the side pontoon has a wing shape that is upside down with inverted aircraft- like wings to achieve a greater down force effect without increasing air resistance.

    • 1/12 scale plastic assembly model. Length: 381mm, width: 171mm, height: 76mm.
    • New decals are included to depict Goodyear logos at nose, and front /rear end plate sections.
    • Coil spring suspension allows movement.
    • Front tires move in unison when moving the steering wheel.
    • Fuel pipe and the ignition cord components are connected to the DFV engine parts.
    • Front cowl, cockpit cowl, radiator ducts, and induction box are removable.
    • Photo-etched parts include brake discs, radiator, two types of front and rear wingtips, and seat buckles to complete the set.


    Parts Description
  2. Specifications

    • Construction Type Assembly Kit
    • Decals Included
    • Photo-Etch Parts Included
    • Required To Complete Cement, Paint and Finishing Supplies
    • Scale 1/12
  3. Paints Needed

    The colors below are the paints called out in the assembly manual of the model kit. All spray can paints (AS, TS and PS) are available in 100ml.

    1. Lacquer Lp-1 Black
      Lacquer Lp-1 Black Item# 82101 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
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    2. Lacquer Lp-5 Semi Gloss Black
      Lacquer Lp-5 Semi Gloss Black Item# 82105 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
    3. Acrylic Mini X-5 Green
      Acrylic Mini X-5 Green Item# 81505 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
    4. Acrylic Mini X-7 Red
      Acrylic Mini X-7 Red Item# 81507 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
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    5. Acrylic Mini X-10 Gun Metal
      Acrylic Mini X-10 Gun Metal Item# 81510 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
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    6. Ts-14 Black
      Ts-14 Black Item# 85014 100Ml Spray Can
      MSRP: $7.75
    7. Ts-17 Gloss Aluminum
      Ts-17 Gloss Aluminum Item# 85017 100Ml Spray Can
      MSRP: $7.75
    8. Ts-29 Semi Gloss Black
      Ts-29 Semi Gloss Black Item# 85029 100Ml Spray Can
      MSRP: $7.75
    9. Ts-21 Gold
      Ts-21 Gold Item# 85021 100Ml Spray Can
      MSRP: $7.75
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    10. Acrylic Mini X-11Chrome Silver
      Acrylic Mini X-11Chrome Silver Item# 81511 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
    11. Acrylic Mini X-18 Semi Gl Blk
      Acrylic Mini X-18 Semi Gl Blk Item# 81518 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
    12. Acrylic Mini X-21 Flat Base
      Acrylic Mini X-21 Flat Base Item# 81521 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
    13. Acrylic Mini Xf-1 Flat Black
      Acrylic Mini Xf-1 Flat Black Item# 81701 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
    14. Acrylic Mini Xf-2 Flat White
      Acrylic Mini Xf-2 Flat White Item# 81702 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
    15. Acrylic Mini Xf-7 Flat Red
      Acrylic Mini Xf-7 Flat Red Item# 81707 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
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    16. Acrylic Mini Xf-16 Flat Alumin
      Acrylic Mini Xf-16 Flat Alumin Item# 81716 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
    17. Acrylic Mini Xf-56Metallicgray
      Acrylic Mini Xf-56Metallicgray Item# 81756 10Ml Bottle
      Sale Price: $2.90 MSRP: $2.90
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