- More than 300 components
- True-to-original functional model on a scale of approx. 1: 3
- Original engine sound thanks to the integrated sound module
- Just plug and screw - assemble without gluing
- With high quality special collectors book including detailed building instructions
Build The Legendary Royal Shaft Motor
This fully functional model as a kit was developed together with the Porsche Museum based on original drawings of the Porsche Carrera. The more than 300 plastic parts, some of which are movable, can be plugged and screwed together into your own Carrera racing engine within around six hours. No gluing is necessary - a pleasant model building experience is guaranteed!
The royal shafts, pistons and valves move in real interaction. Even the ignition sparks in the cylinders are simulated by LEDs.
The transparent housing parts make the mechanics of the motor and the motor structure visible and understandable from the outside.
The integrated sound module with the original Porsche engine sound is another highlight of this detailed replica of the technical masterpiece from Zuffenhausen in Germany.
The First Porsche Racing Engine
The Carrera type 547 racing engine was the first Porsche engine developed specifically for racing. The development team, headed by Ernst Fuhrmann, designed this revolutionary unit with a particular focus on a compact design with great robustness.
The boxer engine's initially 110 hp and 1.5 liter cubic capacity have driven various Porsche racing cars to numerous legendary successes since 1953.
The Carrera racing engine kit brings the 547 vertical shaft motor to your desk as a transparent functional model on a scale of approx. 1: 3. With the screwed and plugged model, the functionality of the legendary Fuhrmann engine becomes tangible - a fascinating technical project for young and old.
A Model Engine To Touch And Be Amazed By
Treat yourself to a piece of Porsche racing history at home! Assemble the motor first, and then marvel at the richness of detail and how the vertical shafts and valves work. Show your family and friends that you have an engineer and get started!
- Original engine sound thanks to the integrated sound module
- Transparent housing for a fascinating look inside
- Vertical shafts, pistons, valves ... everything moves
- Ignition sparks are simulated with LEDs
- With platform to set up
- Model dimensions: 275 mm wide x 280 mm high x 270 mm deep
- Made with the approval of Dr. Hc F. Porsche AG.
- Motor model designed and developed by John Anson.
- Additionally required: 3x 1.5V batteries (type AA)
- Not suitable for children under 14 years!
The Ideal Gift For All Porsche Fans
Give yourself or your loved ones a seriously awesome present with this kit. Experience the fascination of engine technology: vertical shafts, pistons, valves ... everything moves. And thanks to the transparent design, you can see everything. Car, Porsche and racing fans will be convinced!
Special Edition Porsche Book
Created in collaboration with the Porsche Museum, the 112-page companion book offers an exciting insight into the history and the technology of the original 547 engine and understand the beginnings of Porsche racing engines. The numerous racing victories with the legendary power unit are also illuminated in great detail and with images.
In addition to the extensive background knowledge, the accompanying book contains detailed, illustrated step-by-step instructions that will guide you through the assembly of the model. You can assemble the more than 300 parts into a functional Carrera motor for your desk in around six hours.
Made By Porsche
This kit was created in the Edition Porsche Museum, and this guarantees in depth detail of the kit, keeping true to the history of the Carrera. You’ll find that the pistons, valves, crankshafts and camshafts can be freely rotated. Even the red LED flashes, which simulate the ignition, fit perfectly. Manufactured with the approval of Dr. Hc F. Porsche AG.