Hasegawa 20811 - 1:24 Toyota Supra A70 2.5GT Twin Turbo R 1990 Black Color

Plastic model kit of the Toyota Supra A70 2.5GT Twin Turbo R (1990, black) car in 1:24 scale

Hasegawa 20811 is a kit for self-assembly representing the third-generation Japanese Toyota Supra (A70) in its top 2.5GT Twin Turbo R version from 1990. This version was powered by a twin-turbo inline six-cylinder engine, making it the most powerful variant of this Supra generation.

The model reproduces a black example and has about 113 parts. It is a curbside kit with a detailed interior, underbody and suspension.

What's in the box:

• Plastic sprues with body and interior parts
• Clear parts (windows, lenses)
• Chrome-plated parts
• Rubber tyres
• Window masks
• Waterslide decal sheet (model markings, plates)
• Illustrated assembly instructions

Specifications:

• Scale: 1:24
• Catalogue number: 20811
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa
• Assembled length: 193 mm, width: 79 mm
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints or modelling tools. The model is intended for self-assembly.

Assembly:

The model is recommended for modellers with some experience. This version is reproduced in black, so especially careful preparation and smoothing of the body matters – a dark, glossy finish mercilessly highlights any surface imperfections. The interior and underbody are best painted before final assembly.

Factory chrome-plated parts can be left in their original finish or airbrushed with dedicated chrome-like paints. The body is usually finished with a clear coat for a deep gloss, and decals are best applied over a glossy surface to avoid decal silvering.

Tools required:

• Modelling nippers for removing parts from the sprues
• Modelling knife or scalpel
• Files and sandpaper for cleaning up sprue-gate marks
• Plastic cement
• Brushes in various sizes
• Modelling paints (acrylic, enamel or automotive lacquers)
• Clear coat for finishing the body
• A wash to bring out the detail

About the car – Toyota Supra A70:

The third-generation Toyota Supra (body code A70) is a Japanese sports car produced from the second half of the 1980s. It was offered with a range of engines, including turbocharged units.

The top variant was the 2.5GT Twin Turbo R, powered by a twin-turbo 2.5-litre inline six-cylinder engine. Power was sent to the rear wheels, and the car offered high performance and comfortable equipment.

The Hasegawa model allows this version to be reproduced in an elegant black livery.

Original car specifications (Toyota Supra A70 2.5GT Twin Turbo R):

• Layout: two-door sports coupe, rear-wheel drive
• Engine: twin-turbo 2.5-litre inline six-cylinder
• Power: approx. 280 hp
• Year: 1990
• Vehicle manufacturer: Toyota

About the manufacturer – Hasegawa:

Hasegawa is a Japanese manufacturer of model kits based in Shizuoka, a region regarded as the centre of the Japanese model industry. The company has operated since 1941; it began with wooden products and from the 1960s focused on plastic models. Alongside its extensive aircraft range, the brand develops a large 1:24 car series covering motoring classics, sports cars and rally and racing machines. Hasegawa models are valued for their accurate shapes, finely reproduced panel lines and good parts fit. The manufacturer regularly releases limited editions of established moulds with new decal sheets and additional parts that reproduce specific versions and liveries. This lets modellers build many variants of the same car. Hasegawa remains one of the most recognisable model brands in the world and is available in many countries.