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Tamiya 1/24 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition model kit in unopened box

Tamiya

Tamiya Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition 1/24 hobby collectible

SKU CH-G9Z4-GP6GH

A 1/24 scale plastic model kit of the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition with opening doors, detailed V8 engine and chrome parts

  • TypeCar
  • GenderUnisex
  • AgeAdult
  • Officially licensed 1/24 replica of the SLR 722
  • Swing-wing doors on metal shafts reveal detailed interior
  • Hood opens to show supercharged V8 engine
  • Chrome-plated parts and metal transfers add realism
  • Rubber-like tires and grey-molded parts need paint and cement

Scale and purpose

This 1/24 scale plastic model kit recreates the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition with officially licensed detail. It is intended for adult hobbyists and collectors who enjoy building and displaying accurate automotive replicas.

From simpler kits to licensed detail

The kit replaces basic snap-together models by requiring paint and cement for assembly, which allows finer surface finish and tighter panel gaps. The jump is worth it when the builder wants chrome-plated parts, metal-emblem transfers and swing-wing doors that operate on metal shafts.

Behaviour during extended builds

The grey-moulded parts and rubber-like tyres hold alignment over long assembly sessions without warping. Opening the hood reveals a detailed supercharged V8 engine that remains stable once positioned, so the finished model withstands handling and display without parts shifting.

Highlights

  • Officially licensed 1/24 replica of the SLR 722
  • Swing-wing doors on metal shafts reveal detailed interior
  • Hood opens to show supercharged V8 engine
  • Chrome-plated parts and metal transfers add realism
  • Rubber-like tires and grey-molded parts need paint and cement

Specifications

BrandTamiya
TypeCar
GenderUnisex
AgeAdult

Questions about this item

How much shelf space is needed so the swing-wing doors can open fully?

The swing-wing doors open on metal shafts and need clearance on each side; plan for extra width beyond the 1/24 model footprint so the doors can swing without hitting adjacent items.

Which steps of the build are most often missed or done in the wrong order?

Builders frequently forget to fit the metal transfer emblems and chrome-plated small parts before final assembly, and they sometimes glue the hood shut before positioning the detailed supercharged V8 engine inside.

What will need replacement or touch-up after the kit is finished?

The decal sheet and paint are consumed during the build, so any future touch-ups will require new decals and matching paint; rubber-like tires may harden over time and can be replaced with aftermarket 1/24 scale tires.

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