Ferrari V12
Hi folks!
This is the 6.3l V12 engine from the Tamiya LaFerrari. It generates a whopping 800 bhp and is combined with an electric motor, giving the car a total of 950 bhp. Not bad for a road car...
It's the first time I've posted an article of an unfinished build, but thought that it probably deserves one before being lowered into the back of the car. The kit is really impressive and the sheer complexity of the engine alone almost makes it a 'model within a model'.
I've dry built most of this for now as the air box is added over the top of the rear frame inside the bay. Those of you with a keen eye may spot some bits of blue tack holding it together for now!
It is in 1/24 scale and measures 8cm in length. I was going to add a match to the photos for scale but forgot! That's my excuse anyway and I'm sticking to it! For more info on the build feel free to have a look at the WIP over in groups.
Thanks for looking. Cheers!
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Robert Royes said on June 20, 2018
Very nice! Looks like the real thing.
Richard Mcstay said on June 21, 2018
Cheers Robert, thank you!
Matt Minnichsoffer said on June 20, 2018
Ferrari has always made art within the engine compartment and you nailed it in 1:24 scale. Looking forward to the full build.
Richard Mcstay said on June 21, 2018
Thanks Matt. They certainly do!
Greg Kittinger said on June 21, 2018
Looking great!
Richard Mcstay said on June 21, 2018
Cheers mate, much appreciated.
Rob Pollock said on June 21, 2018
I can’t say I’m technically-minded enough to appreciate the ramifications of the unit, but it certainly looks the part.
Richard Mcstay said on June 21, 2018
Cheers Rob. I'll leave the technical stuff to the experts. I'm just happy enough reproducing it in miniature...
Simon Whitney said on June 22, 2018
Looking great Richard.
A big lump there sir.
Look forward t seeing her in RFI.
Keep up the great work.
Richard Mcstay said on June 27, 2018
Cheers Simon, thanks mate.
Craig Abrahamson said on June 22, 2018
Nice work, my friend...VERY nice work!
Richard Mcstay said on June 27, 2018
Thanks very much Craig, much appreciated!