Released in May 2015
TAMIYA 1/24 Honda S600. T24340HS600 Released in May 2015
[Product introduction]
TAMIYA 1/24 Honda S600.
[Compact open sports car that was ahead of its time]
Honda started as a motorcycle manufacturer, and has leveraged its high technological capabilities to improve its business performance and actively participate in races, achieving good results and quickly becoming the leading manufacturer of motorcycles. spread its name all over the world. Honda announced its expansion into the four-wheel field and debuted the S500, a small sports car, at the 1962 motor show. In 1964, the S600 with increased displacement to 606cc was introduced. The 4-cylinder DOHC, which has content comparable to a racing engine, squeezes out 57 horsepower and retains the original rear wheel and chain drive. It began to be exported to Europe and attracted worldwide attention, and its name remains in Japanese automobile history as a masterpiece sports car that achieved good results in races both domestically and internationally. When completed, the total length is 136mm and the total width is 60mm. The high-performance 4-cylinder DOHC engine has realistically reproduced 4-carburetor and equal-length exhaust manifold. The flat bonnet with no power bulge can be opened and closed. The rear part, which uses a unique chain drive, is also noteworthy. The exhaust pipe and suspension area are also finished with a three-dimensional feel.The bumper, side mirrors, front grill, etc. are plated parts. The tires are made of realistic solid rubber. You can choose to assemble it in the open state or with the hardtop attached. The compact and unique form is reproduced as it is on the actual vehicle. The thin lattice-shaped front grill, bumper with a lowered grille, side mirrors, etc. are plated parts. A tail lamp consisting of a circular brake/turn signal lamp. The optional reverse light is also made into parts. A high-performance 4-cylinder DOHC engine mounted at a 45-degree angle. The position of the radiator cap, which is different from the S800, is also reproduced. The interior also has a three-dimensional finish. Interior parts such as seats and floors are white in color to reflect the color of the paint. For the 5-spoke type wheels, the wheel caps are available as plated parts. The tires are made of textured solid rubber.
[Product specifications]
1/24 scale size: Total length 136mm, total width 60mm Unpainted assembly kit □