Tamiya 1/12 Ducati 1199 Panigale S (14129)

Tamiya Plastic Model kit - Tamiya 1/12 Ducati 1199 Panigale S (14129)

[Fusion of racing mecha and individual form]
-The 1199 Panigale is the Ducati superbike that debuted at the 2011 Milan Show.
-Instead of a steel pipe truss frame that can be said to be Ducati's identity, a new aluminum monocoque frame with the same structure as MotoGP racer, Desmosedici GP11 is newly adopted, equipped with a water-cooled L twin engine with a displacement of 1198cc that demonstrates the strongest 195 horsepower in its class.
-In addition, the engine is used as a frame structural material, and a monocoque frame that doubles as an air box and a cantilever type swing arm are directly attached to achieve high rigidity and weight reduction.
-The technology cultivated in the race is poured without omission.
-Also, it features electronic control mechanism in each part from engine output characteristics to suspension. In addition, the unique shape finished slim enough not to think of a litter bike has won numerous design awards. It is a great attraction as well as running performance.

[About the model]
-Total length 173mm.
-Reproduced Italy home country specifications.
-You can understand while assembling a unique vehicle body structure by attaching a monocoque frame, swing arm, damper unit, etc. to the L twin engine that is the skeleton.
-The front cowl that creates a unique look and the seat cowl with a sharp shape are the same as the actual car.
-The side cowl is attached with a tiny screw and can be removed even after completion.
-The damper spring that is the accent on the left side is made of metal.
-The tire accurately engraves the characteristic tread pattern.-Inlet mark is prepared on the mirror surface.
-Side stand is retractable. Racing stand is also included.

* The photo shows the kit assembled and painted.