Italeri 4644 - 1/9 Scale Suzuki RG 500 XR27 Team Heron 1978 display model kit  [IT-4644S]

Italeri 4644 - 1/9 Suzuki RG 500 XR27 Team Heron (Barry Sheene) 1978 replica

This 1/9 scale Italeri model honours the Suzuki RG 500 XR27, a standout 4-cylinder 500cc 2-stroke racer from the 1970s. The RG 500 was a leading machine in the 500cc world championships, and the kit recalls the bike that helped Barry Sheene win world titles in 1976 and 1977. The model is aimed at collectors and hobbyists who want an accurate, museum-worthy miniature of a historic racing motorcycle.

Why collectors prize this replica

The RG 500 XR27 represents a pivotal period in road racing engineering and competition. Italeri has recreated key visual and proportion details so the finished model looks at home on a shelf or in a case. Enthusiasts who follow Barry Sheene or classic Grand Prix machines will find this kit a faithful tribute to Suzuki's racing heritage.

Assembly notes for model builders

Designed for model makers with experience, the kit includes finely moulded parts and period-correct decals. Building the RG 500 requires patience and precise glue and paint work to achieve the intended finish. The assembly process rewards careful modelers with a detailed display piece.