Tamiya 20057 Lotus 99T Honda (1/20) – plastic model kit

The Tamiya 20057 Lotus 99T Honda in 1:20 scale is an excellent choice for motorsport enthusiasts and discerning collectors of Formula 1 racing car models. This model represents the legendary Lotus 99T car, which the Lotus team competed with during the 1987 Formula 1 World Championship season. It was the team's last car powered by a Honda engine and also the last car with which Ayrton Senna scored victories for Team Lotus. The car was famous for its innovative active suspension system, providing an advantage on curvy street circuits like the Monaco Grand Prix and Detroit Grand Prix, where Senna triumphed at the wheel of this very model.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:20
• Manufacturer: Tamiya
• Original usage: Formula 1 racing, 1987 season
• Country of use: United Kingdom (Team Lotus), engine by Honda (Japan)
• Historical period: Modern era (1980s)
• Material: high-quality injection-molded plastic
• Contents: plastic parts for assembly, high-quality decals to replicate sponsor details and race numbers
• Model does not include glue or paints – we recommend using dedicated Tamiya modeling products for the best results
• Precisely rendered design, excellent detailing with faithful reproduction of the bodywork, spoiler, exhaust system, wheels, and cockpit area with steering wheel and driver's seat

This model is an ideal replica of the original and stands out with its authentic shape and details, allowing you to create an exclusive miniature of a racing car from the end of Formula 1's golden era. It is an offer both for advanced collectors and intermediate modelers seeking a challenge in form, detailing, and painting racing models.

Category

• Plastic model kit (Formula 1 racing car)

Recommendation and difficulty level:

Due to its detailed nature and high number of parts, we recommend the Tamiya 20057 Lotus 99T Honda model to those with at least basic modeling experience – we rate the difficulty at 3 out of 5. Especially recommended for motorsport history fans and all who appreciate exceptional classic F1 cars. Perfect for building a collection of legendary racing machines.