Tamiya Plastic Model Kit

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (1/24) 24290

The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren blends grand tourer comfort with Formula 1-inspired engineering, making it one of the most distinctive supercars of the 2000s. Tamiya’s 1/24 scale model kit replicates the car’s sleek lines, unique side-exit exhausts, and luxurious detailing, offering a rewarding build for automotive enthusiasts.

• Accurate bodywork capturing the SLR’s aerodynamic form
• Detailed interior with bucket seats, dashboard, and controls
• Faithful chassis and suspension reproduction
• Realistic wheels with high-performance tyre detail
• Clear parts for windows and light clusters
• Decals for authentic Mercedes-Benz and McLaren markings

This kit delivers a high-quality representation of one of the most celebrated collaborations in automotive history, perfect for display alongside other iconic performance cars.

History:

Launched in 2003, the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren was the result of a partnership between Mercedes-Benz and McLaren Automotive. Powered by a hand-built 5.4-litre supercharged V8 producing 617 horsepower, the SLR could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds and reach a top speed of over 200 mph. Its long bonnet, carbon-fibre bodywork, and side-exit exhausts gave it a distinctive character, while advanced aerodynamics and braking technology reflected McLaren’s motorsport expertise. Produced until 2010, the SLR McLaren remains a symbol of early 21st-century automotive innovation, combining everyday usability with true supercar performance.