1/20 Toyota Celica LB Turbo Gr.5 Plastic Model Kit
1/20 Toyota Celica LB Turbo Gr.5
This model kit in 1/20 scale recreates the Toyota Celica LB Turbo Gr. 5 with new Cartograf decals, new slick tires, and instruction manual.
Overview
The Toyota Celica LB Turbo was a Group 5 car developed for the 1977 DRM (German Racing Championship). Based upon the road car Celica Liftback, the car featured aerodynamic components such as bulging over fenders and rear wing and employed numerous FRP body panels. An extensively modified body and 2,090cc, 560hp inline-4 DOHC turbo engine were utilized for its racing endeavors. This car made its debut in July 1977, and in October of the same year, it beat the Porsche 935 and achieved its maiden victory.
