CMC 1:18 Maserti Tipo 61 Birdcage, 1960 M-047 MINT NIB
This CMC Model is new in box and never displayed and from a smoke free home
Paint finish is excellent and details of this model are amazing.
I have manufactures stock photos and pictures of the actual model and box in this listing
A masterpiece of architecture model:
CMC Maserati Tipo 61 Birdcage, 1960
This model is composed of 1,140 single parts, 507 of which are made of
stainless steel, copper, and brass. This model is an exact replica of
the winning car of Moss/ Gurney. What is extraordinary about its build
is the adherence of its body to a cage-like framework as if it were a
second skin. While looking at the exact details of this model car, you
are likely to feel transported back to the adventurous experience of
racing in old times.
Technical data of the CMC model car:
- Model: Precision model hand-assembled
- Manufacturer: CMC GmbH, Classic Model Cars, Germany
- Scale: 1:18
- Item-No.: M-047
- Single parts: 1,140
- Limited Edition: ---
Model details:
- The front hinged engine hood opens to reveal the engine, cooling
system and front wheel suspension, all crafted with authentic
sophistication
- Engine complete with all the aggregates, piping and cables
- Oil tank with movable tank cap
- Dismountable spoke wheels on aluminium rims
- Stainless- steel spokes wired by hand
- Air scoop for the cooling of the footwell made of metal
- Dashboard with detailed instruments
- Bucket seats with textile cover
- Removable rear-end cover with functional locking mechanism
- Metal fuel tank with the filler neck and movable cap
- Removable spare wheel, fastened with a leather belt
- The innovative frame reconstructed true to the original and made from filigrane metal tubes
- Baseplate can be unscrewed to offer an even closer look to the space frame
- Metal cockpit-baseplate. Riveted junction plate over the cross-ties
- Authentically replicated gearbox
- Metal exhaust manifold in perfect replica
- Independent wheel suspension in the front with twin triangular transverse control arms and telescope shock absorber
- De-Dion rear axle with cross installed compound spring of metal and telescope shock absorber
Description of the original vehicle:
A charmingly graceful body designed by the mastermind Giulio Alfieri,
who integrated a light frame of barely 30 kg with more than 200 single
pieces of tube. Because of this engineering innovation, the Maserati
Tipo 60/61 acquired the legendary nickname “Birdcage”. Only 23 units
were made during the years from 1959 through 1961.
The American Lucky Casner was one of the most successful owners of the
Birdcage Tipo 61. In May 1960, Stirling Moss and Dan Gurney won the
1,000-km race of Nürburg-ring. With the starting number 5, they
accomplished an outstanding victory in the pouring rain against keen
competition. Only one year later the Camoradi Team (Casner Motor Racing
Division) repeated the winning record with Casner and Gregory as the
drivers. These consecutive victories added new glory to Maserati and
sustained its everlasting top position in the illustrious circle of
racing car manufacturers.
Technical data of the original vehicle:
- Four cylinder inline engine 45° sloped to the right
- Displacement: 2,890 ccm
- Maximum output: 250 hp at 6,800 rpm
- Top speed: 285 km/h
- Wheel base: 2,200 mm
- Total length: 3,800 mm
- Total weight: 600 kg
- Independent wheel suspension in the front
- De-Dion rear axle with cross installed compound spring
Product description
It`s
complex spaceframe, finespun from more than 200 single pieces of tube
gave the Maserati Tipo 60/61 his legendary nickname “Birdcage”.
Maserarti mastermind Giulio Alfiere, who integrated a spaceframe of
barely 30 kg succeeded here a real stroke of genius.
Under
the tight aluminum body, the Tipo 61 is powered by a 2.9 liter
four-cylinder in-line-engine which brings 250 hp on the road. Only 23
units of the Tipo 60/61 were made during the years of 1959 through 1961.
The white model with blue lengthwise stripes, is historically based on
the champion car of Lucky Casner`s Camoradi-Team. This model personifies
high class model making art. Not only the spaceframe – which can be
admired in the area of the windshield – but also many other details are a
feest for the eyes. Explore the fastest cage of all times!
Technical data of the original vehicle:
| Styles | Rally |
| Gauge | 1:18 |
| Maximum output | 250 hp at 6.800 rpm |
| Displacement | 2.890 ccm |
| Total weight | approx. 600 kg |
| Top Speed | 285 km/h |
| Wheel base | 2.200 mm |
| Total length | 3.800 mm |
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