Hasegawa 1/20 Lotus 79 1978 German GP
About this Product
Bring home one of Formula One’s most legendary machines with the Hasegawa 1/20 Lotus 79 1978 German GP model kit. Known as the “Black Beauty,” the Lotus 79 revolutionized F1 with its pioneering ground effect aerodynamics and elegant design. This kit recreates the car as it appeared at the German Grand Prix in the hands of racing icon Mario Andretti.
Expertly molded in 1/20 scale, the kit features fine detail throughout the chassis, engine, suspension, and bodywork. It includes race-specific decals and accurate parts for the 1978 Hockenheim configuration—making it a must-have for F1 history buffs and precision modelers.
Key Features
• 1/20 scale plastic model kit by Hasegawa
• Faithfully replicates the Lotus 79 as raced in the 1978 German GP
• Includes Mario Andretti's #5 livery and sponsor decals
• Detailed Ford-Cosworth DFV engine, suspension, and cockpit
• Requires assembly and painting (glue and paints not included)
Why Buy This Kit?
• Recreates a championship-winning F1 car with historic significance
• Ideal for fans of classic motorsport engineering
• Combines iconic aesthetics with technical accuracy
• Perfect centerpiece for any Formula One model collection
About the Vehicle
The Lotus 79 was the first fully successful ground-effect Formula One car, using aerodynamics to generate massive downforce without added drag. Driven by Mario Andretti and Ronnie Peterson, it dominated the 1978 season. At the German Grand Prix, Andretti continued his championship run with strong pace, showcasing the car’s innovation and performance edge.
Paint & Hobby Tips
Use gloss black with gold accents for the signature John Player Special livery. Metallic paints and washes can enhance the engine and suspension components. Apply decal softener to fit sponsor logos smoothly over curved body panels.
Historical Context Sidebar
Colin Chapman’s Lotus 79 changed the future of Formula One. With its revolutionary underbody aerodynamics, it not only dominated the 1978 season but also influenced F1 car design for decades. The 1978 German GP marked a pivotal race in Andretti’s march to the title, and this kit commemorates that moment in motorsport history.
