Friday, October 27, 2006

New Scalextric XKR Jaguars TransAm


Reference No: C2711

Class: GT

History
The XKR Trans-Am is currently a front runner in the SCCA Trans-Am series in North America with Chevrolet Corvette. Several Jaguars are raced by the Rocketsports race team. The Rocketsports name has long been associated with multiple victories in Trans-Am, IMSA GTO and GTS Competition, for team owner and four-time Trans-Am Series Champion, Paul Gentilozzi.

The Scalextric model

The famous British brand of Jaguar makes a welcome return to Scalextric since the Jaguar XJ220 supercar during the 90’s. Always a popular marque, the Scalextric model captures the modified Trans-Am body work perfectly. This model shows the famous leaping cat logo on the door and includes fantastic cockpit detail. A very wide rear axle width of 62mm ensures fantastic road-holding performance.
Advantages:
Scalextric are the only manufacturer to produce this car.
High build-quality specification with equal high performance straight out of the box. Superior livery paintwork. Huge collector fan base for Jaguar cars.
Features:
High detail. Magnatraction and quick change braid plate. Digital ready chassis. Wide rear axle gives excellent road-holding attributes which will make this car a must for the racer.
Dimensions & Configuration:
Car: Overall length 155 mm, Wheelbase 81 mm, Weight gm
Rear: Axle width 62 mm, Tyre diameter 21 mm, Width 12 mm
Front: Axle width 62 mm, Tyre diameter 21 mm, Width 11 mm
Magnet: Rectangular 2.5 mm, Gear ratio 11:36
Motor: Sidewinder Rear Mounted Rear 2 wheel drive Mabuchi SP 18k rpm






Reference No: C2761

Class: GT

History
The XKR Trans-Am is currently a front runner in the SCCA Trans-Am series in North America with Chevrolet Corvettes. Klaus Graf, Paul Gentilozzi, Tomy Drizzi and Greg Pickett were responsible for Jaguar's 2005 Manufacturer's Championship title in the North American SCCA Trans-Am championship.
The Scalextric model
Scalextric introduces driver Greg Pickett's No. 6 Cytomax Jaguar XKR as the second livery of this modern muscle car bearing the famous Jaguar badge. The Jaguar R Performance XKR is today’s addition to this exciting range. A very wide rear axle width of 62mm ensures fantastic road-holding performance. The interior includes fantastic cockpit detail.
Advantages:
Scalextric are the only manufacturer to produce this car.
High build-quality specification with equal high performance straight out of the box. Superior livery paintwork. Huge collector fan base for Jaguar cars.
Features:
High detail. Magnatraction and quick change braid plate. Digital ready chassis. Wide rear axle gives excellent road-holding attributes which will make this car a must for the racer.
Dimensions & Configuration:
Car: Overall length 155 mm, Wheelbase 81 mm, Weight 65 gm
Rear: Axle width 62 mm, Tyre diameter 21 mm, Width 12 mm
Front: Axle width 62 mm, Tyre diameter 21 mm, Width 11 mm
Magnet: Rectangular 2.5 mm, Gear ratio 11:36
Motor: Sidewinder Rear Mounted Rear 2 wheel drive Mabuchi SP 18k rpm

Rubens' Honda F1

Another Honda F1 to show today:

Dodge Viper srt10 coupe


Dodge Viper srt10 coupe, originally uploaded by chevyalex99.

Rocket Nose


Rocket Nose, originally uploaded by oscar99ta.

GT car


DSC_3307, originally uploaded by Chris S. Lin @ Taiwan.

2006 Seattle Auto Show


2006 Seattle Auto Show 30, originally uploaded by Andrew Ressa.

Thursday, October 26, 2006

Scalextric BAR Honda






History
Honda first entered F1 racing in 1963, but would periodically leave and re-enter the sport throughout the years, as both a constructor and an engine supplier. In 2004 Honda purchased 45% of the BAR team from British American Tobacco. The purchase came on the heels of BAR's best season, a second place finish in the constructors standings in 2004. In September 2005 Honda purchased the remaining 55% of BAR, racing under the name Honda Racing F1 Team for the 2006 season. In the 2006 season Jenson Button claimed his first victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix (pictured below).


The Scalextric model

Long awaited by Scalextric fans of Jenson Button the F1 car will be an instant hit with race fans too. The detailed car includes a detachable nose cone and detailed driver helmet. The car is fitted with the ultra fast FF motor.
Advantages:
Scalextric are the only manufacturer to produce this car. High build-quality specification with equal high performance straight out of the box. Huge demand from fans and collectors for Jenson Button car.
Features:
High detail. Magnatraction and quick change braid plate. Digital ready chassis. Detailed driver helmet and super quick performance.

Dimensions & Configuration
Car: Overall length 145 mm, Wheelbase 97 mm, Weight gm
Rear: Axle width 59 mm, Tyre diameter 21 mm, Width 11 mm
Front: Axle width 56 mm, Tyre diameter 21 mm, Width 11 mm
Magnet: Rectangular 2.5 mm, Gear ratio 9:27
Motor: In-Line Rear Mounted Rear 2 wheel drive Mabuchi FF, 18k rpm

All photos of real car copyright 2006 Honda Racing F1, no reuse without their permission.
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