Tamiya - 1980 Renault 5 Turbo 1/24 [24368]

Scale:1:24
SKU: 24368
Barcode: 4950344243686

Model supplied unpainted & unassembled.

From its 1972 debut onward the Renault 5 proved a massive success, and in 1981 there appeared a special and rather different Renault 5 Turbo version of the car, intended to run in global rally races. The rear seats were removed and replaced with a midship-mounted 160hp 1.4-liter inline-four engine that was paired with a turbocharger and fuel injection technology to provide a top speed of 200km/h and an impressive 0-400m time of just fifteen seconds. Renault were not satisfied with simply changing the engine, though, giving the 5 Turbo double wishbone suspension and ventilated brake discs. The body was also updated and had prominent overfenders; its use of aluminum roof and doors, as well as plastic bonnet and fenders meant that the car weighed in at a mere 910kg. Inside the car was a dashboard with no less than ten different meters, and an interior with liberal use of leather. The Renault 5 Turbo was able to put its money where its mouth was, taking a debut rally win in 1981 in Monte-Carlo and going on to compete in numerous events during its career.

This is a 1/24 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 152mm, width: 74mm, height: 57mm. The revamped, power-packed form of the car is captured in style. Features authentic depictions of interior, suspension andchassis underside. Solid synthetic rubber tires have realistic tread patterns. Decals recreate body logos, seat fabric, emblems and more. Comes with a driver figure in a race suit.