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Tamiya 1/24 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren plastic model kit in grey parts with chrome details and rubber tyres

Tamiya

Tamiya 24290 1/24 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren hobby collectible

SKU CH-6G09-5GSBW

A detailed 1/24 scale plastic model kit of the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren featuring opening gull-wing doors, a displayed engine bay, chrome-plated parts, and realistic rubber-like tires

  • TypeCar
  • GenderUnisex
  • AgeAdult
  • Authentic 1/24 scale replica of the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
  • Die-cast under-panel adds weight and realism to the finished model
  • Chrome-plated small parts and metal transfers recreate manufacturer emblems
  • Hood opens to reveal a detailed engine bay after assembly
  • Gull-wing doors operate on metal shafts for smooth opening and closing

Scale model kit

This Tamiya 1/24 scale plastic kit reproduces the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren with a die-cast under-panel, chrome-plated parts and realistic rubber-like tyres. The hood opens to reveal a detailed engine bay and the gull-wing doors operate on metal shafts after assembly. Paint and cement are required but not included. The kit arrives in vintage-style packaging with colourful decals and metal transfers.

Adult builders seeking detail

The model suits hobbyists who enjoy assembling and painting a complex 1/24 scale replica with moving parts and licensed detailing. It is less appropriate for younger children or anyone wanting a pre-finished die-cast replica that requires no construction. Buyers who need a ready-to-display collectible without glue or paint should look elsewhere.

Sustained assembly experience

Building the kit proceeds over multiple sessions as sub-assemblies such as the engine, chassis and body panels come together. The die-cast under-panel adds heft that stabilises the model during handling and fitting. Metal door shafts and transfers retain their alignment through repeated opening and closing. The finished piece remains dimensionally stable for long-term display.

Highlights

  • Authentic 1/24 scale replica of the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
  • Die-cast under-panel adds weight and realism to the finished model
  • Chrome-plated small parts and metal transfers recreate manufacturer emblems
  • Hood opens to reveal a detailed engine bay after assembly
  • Gull-wing doors operate on metal shafts for smooth opening and closing

Specifications

BrandTAMIYA
TypeCar
GenderUnisex
AgeAdult

Questions about this item

Do I need to buy paint and cement separately to finish the 1/24 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren kit?

Yes, the kit requires paint and cement which are not included in the box.

Will the gull-wing doors still open and close after I glue the model together?

Yes, the elegant gull-wing doors are designed to be opened and closed even after assembly.

How can I verify the engine bay detail is correctly assembled on model 24290?

The hood can be opened after assembly to display the detailed engine bay for inspection.

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