A History Maker

The Lotus 72 was certainly an attention-grabbing car, and not just because of the stunning performance which swept Jochen Rindt to a world championship in 1970. An unmistakable wedge-shaped silhouette, cockpit-side radiators and torsion bar spring suspension were just some of the notable features on its avant-garde design. Team Lotus were never ones to rest upon their laurels, and the 1972 iteration of the car, the 72D was updated across the board - including a high-profile change of sponsor and a striking black colour scheme. Burgeoning Brazilian driving sensation Emerson Fittipaldi was right at home in the 72D, and his 5 victories from 12 races were enough to take him to a maiden drivers' championship and Lotus to yet another team championship crown.

About the Model

This is a 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit recreating the Team Lotus 72D that took the team and star driver Emerson Fittipaldi to championships in 1972

Length: 400mm, width: 173mm, height: 87mm

The distinctive wedge-shaped 72D form is captured with aplomb

Torsion bar suspension mimics that of the real car, and provides smooth movement

Steering wheel moves front wheels via rack and pinion mechanism

Breathtaking Cosworth DFV engine recreation even features tubing to recreate pipes and wiring

Front cowl and cockpit cowl fairings can be removed after assembly

Features semi-pneumatic synthetic rubber tyres

Photo-etched parts and seatbelt parts add further to the precision finish

Driver figure included

Paint and glue not included

SKU T12046
Brand Tamiya

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