Tamiya 24186 1/24 Scale Porsche 911 GT1 Collector Kit  [24186]

Tamiya 24186 1/24 Porsche 911 GT1 - Le Mans racing tribute

The Porsche 911 GT1 name carries weight with motorsport fans, especially those who follow the Le Mans 24 Hour Endurance Race. Launched in 1996, the car marked Porsche's return to big-time prototype racing after an eight year break. This Tamiya 1/24 scale interpretation captures the track-focused lines and offers a concentrated build that appeals to model collectors and hands-on hobbyists.

Why the 911 GT1 mattered in endurance racing

The GT1 was conceived as a full race car rather than a road derivative, yet it kept some visual links to the 911 lineage. Aerodynamics were refined in the wind tunnel, resulting in a roof air intake and rear side outlets. Its 3.2 litre water-cooled flat-six, boosted by twin turbos, delivered in excess of 600 horsepower, helping Porsche secure podium finishes at Le Mans in 1996 and reinforce its engineering reputation.

Build detail and display potential

Tamiya's precise moulding makes this 1/24 kit stand out. Key features like the long A-arm rear suspension, authentic 18 inch racing slicks and the replicated power-assisted carbon discs with ABS echo the real car's components. The kit requires careful assembly and painting, and when complete it makes an impressive display model for a shelf or cabinet showcasing Porsche racing heritage.