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Mercedes-Benz W 25, Eifel race 1934, #20 von Brauchitsch Limited Edition 2000 pcs.

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SALE - Available M-103 CMC 1:18

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Scale model car made of metal /Die-cast/ in 1:18 scale manufactured by CMC.

It is just a small version of a real car suitable for collectors.

Handmade.

Composition: metal and plastic

  • Hand-assembled precision model composed of more than 890 single part
  • Authentically-formed and true-to-scale body
  • 8-cylinder in-line-engine with compressor, all aggregates, pipes, and cabling
  • Removable engine hood with open-cut air louvers and spring-loaded locking hooks
  • Hand-made radiator grille of stainless steel bars joined with solder and inlaid with wire mesh
  • Perfect stainless steel spokes and aluminum rims (silver at the front and white at the back); Each spoke is mounted with a nipple
  • Removable, double-winged central locking nut
  • Dashboard made of stainless steel with controls and instruments on a marbled surface
  • The driver seat is covered with textile and the headrest with real leather
  • Brilliant paintwork. Starting number is printed by the tampon printing method
  • After several years of absence, Daimler-Benz decided a comeback to the Grand Prix races in 1934, aspiring to put its brand back into the public spotlight once again. A new Grand Prix regulation, however, was being enforced that allowed only cars weighting 750 kg or less to participate. Mercedes’ answer to the regulation change was the type W 25. It was a sleek and aerodynamically-shaped car with an overhanging headrest and a sidewise-installed exhaust manifold.

    The first true test for the W 25 came at the Eifel race, which took place at the famous Nürburgring on June 3rd, 1934. Unfortunately Mercedes found its regular pilot, Rudolf Caracciola, not fully recovered from injuries sustained prior to the race. As a result, the young daredevil, Manfred von Brauchitsch was given the chance to prove himself. Before the race started, however, Mercedes encountered a serious problem at the car approval office. The W 25s weighed 1 kg too heavy according to the new regulations. Legend says that to reduce the weight, the team worked overnight to sand off all the white paint, thus revealing the shiny aluminum body underneath. This new appearance and subsequent success of the car gave rise to the legend of the “Silver Arrows”.

    With starting number 20, Manfred von Brauchitsch crossed the finish line as the victor of a thrilling race. Hans Stuck came 2nd on an Auto Union, whereas Louis Chiron finished 3rd on an Alfa Romeo.

    • 8-cylinder in-line-engine with compressor (Roots blower
    • Single wheel suspension of the front axle
    • De-Dion rear axle
    Maximum output: 354 hp at 5,800 rpm
    Displacement: 3,364 ccm
    Top speed: approx. 300 km/h
    Bore x stroke: 78 x 88 mm
    Wheel base: 2,717 mm
    Track front/rear: 1,473 / 1,422 mm

    Additional Information

    Article No M-103
    Article No of Manufacturer M-103
    Аvailability SALE - Available
    Colour No
    Scale 1:18
    Manufacturer CMC
    Brand MERCEDES-BENZ
    Series No
    EAN 0721315136139
    Material Metal and plastic
    Epoch Vintage autos (1920-1942)
    Age recommendation Not suitable for children under 14 years.

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