24220 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI WRC - Tamiya 1/24  [24220]

Towards Lancer Evolution VI WRC:

• After winning the Driver's Title worldwide Rally Championship 36 months in succession, Tommi Makinen although the Mitsubishi Ralliart Team returned to challenge the 1999 period using the Lancer Evolution VI.

  This latest inception of the development features two main cosmetic modifications, a modified spoiler regarding the front part and a two level spoiler on the rear. But as a consequence of a FIA limitation on wing area, the paid down wing of the back spoiler must be obstructed with a carbon panel. Pumping out 290ps, the powerplant regarding Lancer VI features a 4G 63 4-cylinder, 16-valve motor designed with a DOHC-intercooled twin scroll turbocharger (Post Combustion Control System) and ECI multi-injection gas system. Based upon system conditions, the solitary scroll turbocharger to obtain more power, and/or double scroll turbocharger for greater response are selected. The suspension system, exactly like set alongside the production automobile, contains separate McPherson struts with coil springtime on front part, and split multi-link with coil springtime regarding rear.

  Winner the 1998 World Rally Championship, Finland's Tommi Makinen and Belgium's Freddy Loix drive this proven unit. Makinen chalked up third spot regarding Telstra Rally Australia, clinching the 1999 FIA World Rally Championship. Triumphing for a good 4th successive 12 months, Makinen enjoys the longest reign inside reputation for the WRC.