Scalextric C3488 MGB, Sebring 12hr 1964
History
In 1964, Sebring was one of the world top-tier endurance races, part of the FIA Challenge Mondiale and Prototypes Trophy, along with the Targa Florio, Le Mans, and the Nurburgring 1000 km. Two of the British Motor Car Distributors teams of red, white and blue MGBs finished the gruelling 12 hour race; an extraordinary achievement demonstrating the competitiveness of the MGB.
Drivers : Leslie and Dalton
Race : Sebring 12hr 1964
Owner : Kjelle Qvale San Francisco, CA, USA
A great British sports car for the Scalextric classic car enthusiast, the MGB is an iconic car. This version is modelled on the team car sent to the USA for Sebring 12hr endurance race in 1964. The detailed car includes wire wheels knock-off spinners, working lights at the front and rear as well as Magnatraction and Scalextric Digital DPR facility.
Digital Plug Ready (DPR) - convert for use with the Scalextric Digital range in under sixty seconds using the C8515 Digital Plug. This model features front and rear lights and an in-line mid-mounted motor.
Data sheet
Brand MG Motor
Race Car Number 47
Color Red
Lighting Headlights and tail lights
Compatible Digital With C8515 Digital Plug (not included)
Guide blades type Round Guide Blade C8329
Motor Mabuchi FF 18 000 revolutions/minute
Transmission Rear-wheel-drive (rear 2 wheels)
Gear ratio 9:27 (Pinion 9 teeth - Crown 27 teeth)
Downforce 198 gr
Magnet Rectangular 2 mm
Length 120 mm
Wheelbase 72 mm
Tires size Front 19(ext)/12(int) x 5 mm - Rear 19(ext)/12(int) x 5 mm
Axle width Front 45 mm - Rear 45 mm
Weight 70 gr
Scale 1/32
