Tamiya 12052 Team Lotus Type 49 1967 w/Photo-Etched Parts (1/12)

We present a unique plastic model kit of the Tamiya 12052 Team Lotus Type 49 1967 in an impressive 1:12 scale, enhanced with precision photo-etched parts. This model of the racing car is a faithful replica of one of the most iconic Formula 1 cars, which changed the history of motorsport.

Practical product information:

• Scale: 1:12 – ideal for presenting the construction details of the race car.
• Material: High-quality plastic, with numerous photo-etched parts included to increase the realism of the set.
• Category: Plastic model kit with photo-etched add-ons.
• Set does not include: glue and paints – to be purchased separately according to the modeller's preferences.

Lotus 49 – a legend of world motorsport

The Lotus Type 49 car was designed by Colin Chapman and Maurice Philippe in 1967. It is one of the most important designs in the history of Formula 1, revolutionary due to the introduction of the Ford Cosworth DFV engine as a load-bearing member. Team Lotus, under the leadership of famous drivers like Jim Clark and Graham Hill, used this model mainly in the 1967-1970 seasons during the Golden Era of F1, achieving numerous victories. Its debut took place at the Dutch Grand Prix in 1967, where Jim Clark claimed victory.

Set contents and advantages

• Richly equipped with authentically reproduced details, accurate engine layout, suspension, and cockpit.
• Photo-etched parts allow for a higher level of realism – perfect finishing for frameworks, seatbelts, and mesh components.
• Ideal for experienced modellers looking for a premium-class model.
• Large model size (1/12 scale) makes it easy to display even the smallest details.

Who do we recommend it for?

The Tamiya 12052 Team Lotus Type 49 1967 model is especially recommended for advanced modellers and collectors passionate about racing history and classic car models. Thanks to its complex construction and numerous details, working on the kit guarantees satisfaction, and the completed model makes an excellent addition to any collection.

• Period of use: 1967-1970, Formula 1, postwar period (Golden Era of F1).
• Country of use: United Kingdom, Lotus team (Team Lotus/UK).
• Difficulty level: 5/5 – advanced model, requiring precision and patience.

Choose the highest quality, historical precision, and a model-making challenge – select the Tamiya 12052 Team Lotus Type 49 1967 w/Photo-Etched Parts (1:12) and immerse yourself in the legendary world of Formula 1 racing!