Italeri: 1/24 Mercedes Benz 300 SL Gullwing – Model Kit
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL was produced in 1954 by the German car manufacturer and it's a masterpiece on four wheels for design, elegance, and luxury!
The 300 SL, where the acronym stands for Sport Leicht, (Sport Light), adopted innovative solutions for the time. The Mercedes 2-door coupe had a tubular frame, a front 2.996 cc longitudinal engine connected to a 4-speed transmission, and the rear drive. The maximum speed of 300 SL was 260 Km/h (162 mph). The real strength of the car, however, was in its innovative design and the adoption of the characteristic and eye-catching Gull-wing doors. Even today the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL is an icon of design and style of the period and it is a real icon for collectors and fans.
Specifications:
- Size: Approximately 19.9cm long when completed
Glue, Paint, & Modelling tools required.
Italeri Incorporated is an Italian manufacturer of plastic-scale models of airplanes, military vehicles, helicopters, ships, trucks, and cars.
