Description

Discover the 1 12 scale Eagle Gurney-Weslake T1G model kit by Model Factory Hiro. This detailed kit features white metal, resin, and photo-etched parts, replicating the iconic 1967 F1 car. Perfect for collectors and enthusiasts. Available in two versions: K509 and K510.

In 1964, D. Gurney founded the All American Racers (AAR) team for races in the US, and then in 1966, he founded Anglo-American Racers to compete in the F1 Grand Prix. The team s car was named eagle after the symbol of America, and the Eagle Gurney-Weslake (T1G) equipped with a 3000cc Weslake V12 engine finally won the team s first victory at Spa in 1967. This was a symbolic victory for the All American team, which Gurney had a strong desire for and achieved himself in the F1 Grand Prix, which was heavily weighted towards Europe.

In the year of 1964, D. Gurney set up the team “All American Racers” (AAR) for the development of domestic racing. Two years later, he formed the team “Anglo-Americal Racers” to join the F1 fight.The team machine “EAGLE” was named after the symbol of the country. The Eagle Gurney-Weslake (T1G), installed with a 3000cc Weslake V12 engine, won her first race at Spa in the year of 1967. Gurney made the symbolic winning history to the F1 society that was overwhelmed by the European countries.

2 Variations Available

• K509 – Ver.A : 1967 Rd.3 Dutch GP Rd.4 Belgian GP : Based on the Belgian GP specification where Eagle won its first victory with D.Gurney at the wheel. 

• K510 – Ver.B: 1967 Rd.5 French GP Rd.6 British GP Rd.7 German GP Rd.9 Italian GP Rd.10 US GP Rd.11 Mexican GP : Based on the late type in the 1967 season which small parts are different.

• Kit Features:

  • Multi-material kit using white metal, urethane resin, metal lathes, etching parts, PVC vacuum, rubber tires, decals, and various cords.
  • A model of the machine with chassis number “AAR-104” made for D. Gurney among the EAGLE Gurney-Weslake. This 104 was a special model among the Eagles of the same model, made lighter by using magnesium and titanium.
  • The funnel mesh is made of metal and is pressed and plated. The rear of the muffler is made of pre-cut stainless steel pipes, giving it a sharp and textured finish.
  • A D. Gurney figure in driving style is included. Goggles, vacuum parts, and decals are also included.
  • The manufacturer s logo is printed on the rubber tires.

  • *This is an unbuilt model kit that contains parts that need to be assembled. Cement and paint are not included but are required to complete the assembly. Advanced modeling skills are recommended. This model kit contains small parts and is not recommended for small children.