€104.99
(within the EU)
available from July
This item can only be delivered to the following countries:
Germany, Austria, Portugal, Netherlands, Hungary
Article number: 300012032
Product: 112 HONDA RA273 w/ PE Parts
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.
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!
About the Honda RA273
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.
About the Model
•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
Assembly model kit in 1/12 scale,
Realistic model of the Honda RA273,
manual included, paints and glue required
Warning! Not suitable for children under 14 years.
Product details
- This is a 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 333mm, width: 143mm, height: 70mm.
- Includes a newly-added A3 size double-sided pamphlet with photos of the full-size car.
- Features a realistic depiction of V12 engine with fuel pipes and
ignition cables, plus twelve air funnels recreated by aluminum parts.
- Coil springs are used for both front and rear suspension for smooth motion.
- Steering wheel moves front wheels.
- Nose cowling is removable, which allows the inspection of inside mechanics such as radiator.
- Photo-etched parts recreate brake discs, radiator, oil cooler and
steering wheel spokes, and metal transfers depict side mirror surfaces and meter rings.
- Comes with a driver figure and three marking options.
