1/12 Motorcycle Series no.140
Ducati Superleggera V4
Item No: 14140
Length: 176mm.
Top Performer
Announced in February 2020, Ducati's Superleggera V4 utilizes the Panigale V4 as a base and features a strong focus upon lightness: cowlings, frame, swing arm and wheels are carbon fiber components, while power is supplied by a 998cc V4 engine that - in conjunction with an Akrapovic circuit exhaust - gives an impressive 234hp output. Highly distinctive "biplane wings" on the front cowl give the Superleggera V4 a strong visual identity and contribute to an impressive 50kg of downforce at 270km/h. Only 500 of the full size Superleggera V4 were available for purchase, making this crystallization of Ducati's engineering and aerodynamic expertise an elusive catch indeed.
About the Model
ā This is a 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 176mm, width: 67mm, height: 98mm.
ā V4 engine, swing arm, front fork, side cowls and fuel tank are screw-attached to the bike frame.
ā Accurately captures defining features of the motorcycle, such as four front cowling winglets, seat cowl inlets, under cowl shape, silencer and more.
ā The chain is split into left and right halves, and features excellent detail.
ā Side mirror surfaces are recreated using metal transfers.
ā Decals are included to depict gradated red side cowling sections.
ā Solid synthetic rubber tires have authentic tread patterns and Pirelli logo decals are included.
Packaging
ā Take a look at the rear of the bike, with its racy form featuring a swing arm attached on one side.
ā Four biplane wing aero devices on the front are reminiscent of a MotoGP bike, and are recreated in style.
ā Cowls and undercover can be removed after completion of the model to admire the design beneath.
ā Depictions of the 998cc engine and the fuel tank are screw-attached to the model's frame.
ā Renderings of the engine-rear shock and exhaust are well worth closer inspection.
ā Take a closer look at the finely drilled brake rotors and brembo caliper.
ā The chain comes in left and right halves, allowing our deisgners to pack it with detail.
ā This image goes close-up on the chain rollers, and the rear brake rotor.
ā Solid tires are molded in synthetic rubber and feature realistic tread. A racing stand is included.
ā The silencer shape blends expertly into the lines of the under cowl, for which a carbon fiber effect decal is included.
ā Steering damper and engine-top airbox and battery are also captured.
ā Choose between decals depicting the screen in street (left) or race mode (right).
ā Left: Air tunnels on either side of the seat cowl are another fascinating design point.
ā Right: Clear parts are included to recreate the rear light and turn signals.
ā Left: A moving side stand allows depiction of a parked bike.
ā Right: A full complement of decals includes side cowl gradation and tire logos, and is joined by masking stickers and metal transfers.