Italeri 4707 RENAULT RE20 Turbo F1 1/12 – plastic model racing car

Presenting the high-quality Italeri 4707 RENAULT RE20 Turbo F1 model kit in an impressive 1/12 scale, reproducing one of the best-known Formula 1 cars from the early 1980s. This kit is a faithful replica of a motorsport legend, known as the first F1 car to achieve victory thanks to turbocharging. Offered by the renowned Italian company Italeri, this set is the ideal choice for advanced modelers seeking an ambitious challenge and wishing to enjoy a wealth of detail.

Historical description and usage

The Renault RE20 Turbo is a racing car that debuted in the 1980 Formula 1 season during the turbo era. It was used by the French Renault works team and driven by Jean-Pierre Jabouille and René Arnoux. Equipped with a revolutionary 1.5-liter turbocharged V6 engine, the Renault RE20 achieved two victories in the 1980 season: the Brazilian Grand Prix and the South African Grand Prix. This car played a vital role in the development of turbo engine technology in motorsport, forever changing the landscape of Formula 1 during the 1980-1981 period.

Italeri 4707 kit specifications

• Model scale: 1/12 (finished model length approx. 37 cm)
• Country of origin of the real vehicle: France
• Historical period: 1980s, modern Formula 1 era
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Detailed replica with realistic engine, suspension, cockpit, and body components
• The set includes chrome-plated parts, rubber tires, and an extensive decal sheet with authentic sponsor markings
• Glue and paints not included – must be purchased separately
• Category: plastic model kit

Who do we recommend this model to?

Italeri 4707 Renault RE20 Turbo F1 is recommended for experienced and ambitious modelers who will appreciate the extremely faithful details, complex assembly of components, and the opportunity for full customization. We rate the difficulty level at 5/5 – the model requires precision and skill, but the final effect will impress any Formula 1 enthusiast or collector of historic racing vehicles.

Why choose this model?

• Exceptionally detailed interior and mechanical components
• High-quality workmanship of all kit elements
• Possibility to display the finished model as a centerpiece of any collection
• An excellent way to deepen your knowledge of motorsport history and F1 technology