TAMIYA 1/20 Toyota Celica LB Turbo Gr.5

Tamiya is delighted to announce the re-issue of 1/20 Toyota Celica LB Turbo Gr. 5 (originally sold as Item 20009 in 1978; not motorized this time) with new Cartograf decals, new slick tires and instruction manual in the 1/20 Grand Prix Collection.

Aero Wonder

The Toyota Celica LB Turbo was a Group 5 car developed for the 1977 DRM (German Racing Championship). Based upon the road car Celica Liftback 2000GT, the car featured aerodynamic components such as bulging over fenders and rear wing, and employed numerous FRP body panels, which helped keep its weight down to a mere 860kg. An body extensively modified by Schnitzer and a 2,090cc, 560hp inline-4 DOHC turbo engine were utilized. This car made its debut in July 1977, and in October of the same year, it beat the Porsche 935 and achieved its maiden victory.

About the Model

• This is a 1/20 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 240mm, width: 105mm, height: 61mm.

• The powerful form of the “silhouette formula’’ car is captured in style.

• Features authentic renderings of engine and cockpit with roll cage.

• Removal of the front cowl showcases renderings of inline-4 engine.

• Includes high quality, new Cartograf decals.

• One full body driver figure is included.

• Features realistic solid synthetic rubber slick tires.

• Comes with two marking options to depict no.68 and 56 cars.