Renault RS01 Silverstone 1977 #15 Jabouille

Renault RS01 Silverstone 1977 #15 Jabouille by Tameo Kits

An all new high detail kit from Tameo is always something to look forward to and we were quite surprised when we saw this subject pop up on their future productions list. Renault’s Turbo F1 car made it’s debut in the British Grand Prix and although it hadn’t raced before, it had tested extensively. Sadly in the race, the thousands of miles of test milage came to nought when the turbo failed. The kit is very highly detailed and we start with a white metal tub base, though most of the rest of the chassis is etched and there are a huge number of small etched, cast and machined parts to make up the suspension and drivetrain. The top bodywork on the car was very short, leaving the turbocharged V6 exposed, so there is plenty for the experienced builder to get stuck into. It will make a great stand alone piece, or how about celebrating Renault’s 30 years in F1 with a replica of the display that appeared at Silverstone a couple of years back, pairing this model with the anniversary show car (TMS061)?