With the new, full-size Renault 5 coming back as a fully electric car in 2024, the Tamiya 1/24 scale model comes back as a Limited Production run re-issue with updated decals and instruction manual.
From its 1972 debut onward the Renault 5 proved a massive success, and in 1981 there appeared a special and rather different Renault 5 Turbo version of the car, intended to run in global rally races. The rear seats were removed and replaced with a midship-mounted 160hp 1.4-litre inline-four engine that was paired with a turbocharger and fuel injection technology to provide a top speed of 200km/h and an impressive 0-400m time of just fifteen seconds. Renault were not satisfied with simply changing the engine, though, giving the 5 Turbo double wishbone suspension and ventilated brake discs. The body was also updated and had prominent overfenders; its use of aluminum roof and doors, as well as plastic bonnet and fenders meant that the car weighed in at a mere 910kg. Inside the car was a dashboard with no less than ten different metres, and an interior with liberal use of leather. The Renault 5 Turbo was able to put its money where its mouth was, taking a debut rally win in 1981 in Monte-Carlo and going on to compete in numerous events during its career.
1/24 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 152mm, width: 74mm, height: 57mm.
Features authentic renderings of interior, suspension, and chassis underside.
Realistic synthetic rubber tires.
Decals realistically depict seat patterns and various logos.
One driver figure is included.
Choose to finish model with black or red bodies. (Dedicated decals are included for each.)
Originally sold as Item 24024 as a motorized model kit. 2024 edition is not motorised.
