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About the Porsche 911 GT3
Since its debut in 1963, the
epoch-making Porsche 911 has captivated generations of sports car enthusiasts.
Over the years, various models of the 911 have been released, including the 1998
Le Mans-winning 911 GT1. In 1999, the "heart" of that automotive masterpiece,
the water-cooled flat-six engine, was inherited by the Porsche 911 GT3. The
brainchildren behind that machine are Porsche's development engineers in
Weissach, who imbued it with superior agility and handling, without compromising
active safety. Capable of accelerating to 100km/h in a mere 4.8 seconds, and
with a top speed of 302km/h, the GT3 achieved a new record for production cars
when it completed a lap on the northern circuit of Nuerburgring in only 7.56
minutes. The exterior appearance of the GT3 remains true to that of its
predecessors, but features a new rear end, discreet side-sills, fixed rear wing,
red brake calipers and sporty 18-inch light-alloy wheels. Compared with the 911
Carrera, the four-piston aluminum fixed monobloc brake calipers are larger and
sturdier than before, and tightly grip the perforated brake discs. The GT3
cockpit is true reflection of its performance. It features leather-covered
bucket seats, which ensure not only ample side support, but also comfort on long
journeys and provide about 20kg of weight savings. And since the entire
rear-seat section of the car has been dropped, the overall weight of the GT3 was
reduced by another 8kg-a true benefit for a sports car of this performance
level.
Tamiya has recreated this
epoch-making sports car in 1/24 scale. The intricate engine is visible when
model is viewed from below. The upper surface features a four part rear-wing
construction, enhancing the sophistication of the body design. Kit also comes
with the Porsche emblem, authentically recreated as a metal transfer. The inside
of the detailed cockpit includes a carpet seat for the floor. Glossy metallic
parts are used on the wheels, headlight reflectors, door mirrors and muffler.
Model Specifications
- 1/24 scale, overall length: 187.5mm, overall
width: 76mm.
- Intrepid form of the GT3 perfectly captured
as assembly model.
- "Two-seater" cockpit interior authentically
recreated.
- Undersurface of chassis abounds with detail.
- Pirelli P-Zero tires of solid rubber add to
the realism of this irresistible speedster.
- Cockpit interior "GT3" emblem also included
as a metal transfer mark.
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TS-14 - Black |
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TS-17 - Aluminum
Silver |
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TS-26 - Pure White |
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TS-47 - Chrome Yellow |
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TS-8 - Italian Red |
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X-11 - Chrome Silver |
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X-18 - Semi Gloss
Black |
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X-2 - White |
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X-26 - Clear Orange |
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X-27 - Clear Red |
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X-7 - Red |
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XF-16 - Flat Aluminum |
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