Tamiya 1/12 Big Scale Series No.32 Honda RA273 (w/PHOTO-ETCHED PARTS) japan NEW

Overall length: 333 mm. Photo shows the assembled and painted kit. 【 Honda's 3-liter F1 machine active from 1966 to 1967 】 Honda made its debut in Formula One Grand Prix racing in 1964. The RA271, which appeared at the German Grand Prix in August, drew attention for its groundbreaking design featuring a transversely mounted 1.5-liter 60-degree V12 engine. The following year, it evolved into the RA272. At the Mexican Grand Prix, the final race for 1.5-liter F1 cars, it delivered Honda's historic first F1 victory, driven by Richie Ginther. In 1966, Honda introduced the RA273 for the new 3-liter engine era of Formula One. It featured a lightweight monocoque frame primarily constructed from high-tensile aluminum panels. Its 90-degree V12 RA273E engine was hailed as the most powerful unit of its time. The 1966 season saw both R. Ginsberg and Ronnie Bucknam drive the car in the final three races after the Italian GP. The following year, 1967, saw the legendary John Surtees drive it in the first six races. At the season-opening South African GP, it achieved a podium finish with a third-place result. 【 Model Specifications 】 ● 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. Overall length: 333mm, width: 143mm, height: 70mm. ● The V12 engine features fuel pipe routing and ignition wiring faithful to the actual car. The 12 air funnels are reproduced with machined aluminum parts. ● Coil springs are integrated into the front and rear suspensions, enabling smooth operation. ● The front wheels turn in sync with the steering wheel. ● The nose cowl is removable. Internal mechanics like the radiator remain visible even after assembly. ● Brake discs, radiator, oil cooler, and steering spokes are etched parts. ● Mirrors and meter rings feature inlet marks. ● Tires are hollow rubber with realistic texture. The tread pattern, sidewall logos, and size markings are all meticulously engraved. ● Includes one driver figure. ● Slide decals include two types for the 1966 Richie Ginsberg specification and one for the 1967 John Surtees specification, totaling three types in the set. 【 Initial Release Month 】 November 2006 Brake discs, radiator, oil cooler, and steering spokes are etched parts. The V12 engine faithfully recreates every detail, from the 12 powerfully undulating exhaust pipes to the fuel lines and ignition cables. The air funnel is crafted from machined aluminum with a rich texture. The cockpit features etched parts on the steering spokes and inlet marks on the gauge ring. Turning the steering wheel changes the front wheel orientation. Includes a leaflet featuring reference photos from 1966. Information is current as of September 17, 2025. Product names, prices, release dates, and specifications are subject to change without notice. (From the Tamiya website)