Overview
The Tamiya 1/24 Lexus LFA is a highly detailed plastic model kit of Japan's world-class supercar developed to challenge Ferrari, Porsche, and Lamborghini. The ultra-exclusive LFA represents Toyota's pinnacle achievement in automotive engineering, infused with the latest technologies and limited to just 500 production units worldwide.
At the heart of the LFA is a remarkable 4.8-liter V10 engine producing 552hp, built at the same facility as Toyota's Formula 1 engines. Using aluminum, magnesium, and titanium components, the engine achieves incredible throttle response - going from idle to 9,000rpm in just six-tenths of a second. The car's carbon fiber reinforced polymer chassis achieves a near-perfect 48:52 weight distribution.
Key Features
- Sleek, dynamic body design accurately reproduced
- Opening hood to showcase detailed V10 engine
- Interchangeable rear wing (deployed or retracted) using magnets
- Photo-etched front and rear grille meshes
- Photo-etched center brace detail
- Two types of metal-plated parts included
- Metal transfers for emblems
- Exquisite interior with seats, pedals, and paddle shifters
Performance Benefits
- Highly detailed rear air intakes and radiators
- Front and rear flat under panels depicted
- Matte silver-plated wheels
- Synthetic rubber tires with realistic tread patterns
- Distinctive exhaust pipes in metal-plated finish
- Magnet-enabled hood stay for realistic operation
Usage Notes
- Recommended for intermediate to advanced modelers
- Photo-etched parts require special tools
- Requires plastic cement and paint
- Suggested paints: TS-26 Pure White, TS-8 Italian Red, TS-14 Black
Technical Specs
- Scale: 1/24
- Length: 188mm (7.4 inches)
- Width: 85mm (3.3 inches)
- Series: 1/24 Sports Car Series No. 319
- Tamiya Item Number: 24319
What's Included
- Plastic model parts on sprues
- Clear parts for lights and windows
- Photo-etched parts for grilles and details
- Two types of metal-plated parts
- Synthetic rubber tires
- Magnets for interchangeable wing
- Decal sheet and metal transfers
- Window masking stickers
- Illustrated assembly instructions
Needed to Complete
- Plastic model cement
- CA cement for photo-etched parts
- Photo-etched handling tools
- Tamiya spray paints or acrylic paints
- Paint brushes or airbrush
- Polishing compounds for bodywork
Summary
The Tamiya Lexus LFA model kit celebrates Japanese supercar excellence with exceptional detail and innovative features like the magnetic interchangeable rear wing. With its detailed V10 engine, photo-etched parts, and faithful reproduction of this ultra-exclusive vehicle, the kit offers a premium building experience for discerning modelers.
