Renault R5 Turbo 1:43 Heller 80150
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Plastic model car to assemble: Renault R5 Turbo 1:43 Heller 80150
The Renault R5 Turbo model kit in 1:43 scale from Heller is an excellent choice for automotive and modeling enthusiasts. This set allows you to create a miniature of one of the most iconic sports cars of the 1980s, which gained recognition both on racetracks and among car enthusiasts worldwide.
Model specifications:
- Manufacturer: Heller
- Catalog number: 80150
- Scale: 1:43
- Number of parts: 30
- Type: Assembly kit
History of Renault R5 Turbo: The Renault R5 Turbo is a sports car that debuted at the Brussels Motor Show in January 1980. It was primarily designed for rallying, but a street version was also available. This car was based on the Renault 5 Alpine, and its body was modified by the French company Heuliez. The Renault R5 Turbo was distinguished by its centrally mounted engine, which was unusual for cars in this class.
Achievements in motorsport: The Renault R5 Turbo was created with the intention of competing in rallies, resulting in many successes on the international stage. This car won, among others, the Monte Carlo Rally in 1981, driven by Jean Ragnotti. Thanks to its design and performance, the R5 Turbo became one of the most recognizable rally cars of its time.
Key features:
- Engine: The Renault R5 Turbo was powered by a 1.4-liter turbo engine with an output of 160 HP, making it one of the most powerful French production cars of those years.
- Drivetrain: The car had rear-wheel drive, which was rare among small hatchbacks.
- Production: Between 1980 and 1984, a total of 4,987 units were produced, of which 1,820 were Turbo 1 versions and 3,167 were Turbo 2.
Recommended paints:
- Acrylic Paint 011 Silver Metallic
- Acrylic Paint 014 French Blue Gloss
- Acrylic Paint 027 Sea Grey Matt
- Acrylic Paint 085 Coal Black Satin
- Acrylic Paint 089 Middle Blue Matt
- Acrylic Paint 321 Red Transparent
- Acrylic Paint 322 Orange Transparent
Kit for self-assembly and painting. Does not include paints or glue. For assembly, separately sold modeling tools are needed (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g., Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.
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