Scalextric are going to be releasing a boxed limited edition Vodafone McLaren Mercedes to celebrate Lewis Hamilton's 2008 F1 World Championship.
I'm not a big Lewis Hamilton fan but I do like the look of this limited edition release, the McLaren livery is stunning on the track. It's nice to see Scalextric decaling/painting a F1 drivers helmet for a change, something I think all Scalextric models should have. I'm sure Scalextric will be thinking of releasing a series of these for each F1 world champion.
From Scalextric: 'This Scalextric model is not fitted with a standard motor but a higher performance 20,000 rpm motor and a hardened rear axle to ensure smoother running.'
FEATURES:
- High performance motor,
- Race helmet decoration
- Hardened rear axle
- Brass bearings
- Quick change guide braid plate.
- Magnatraction
- Etched metal ‘Limited Edition’ plate
- Limited Edition numbered ID card
- Digital DPR chassis
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Motor: Mabuchi SP: 20k rpm
- Gear ratio: 9:27
- Chassis: Rear Mounted In-line Motor; Rear 2 wheel drive
- Magnet: Rectangular 2.5 mm
- Overall length: 150 mm
- Wheelbase: 99mm
- Axle/Hub width: 55 mm Front; 58 mm Rear
- Tyre diameter/width: 21(ext), 12(int) x 11 mm Front; 21(ext), 12(int) x 12 mm Rear
- Weight: Car 62 gm
From what I've been reading this release isn't being very well received by slotters, perhaps a sign of the economic climate? I haven't seen what this LE will retail for but I think the concept Scalextic are promoting here is great. I for one will definitely be getting one and hope more will be released in the future.
You can read more on the Scalextric Website Here
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