Hasegawa HC42 Minolta Supra Turbo A70 "1988 Inter Tec" 1/24 – Plastic Model Kit

The Hasegawa HC42 Minolta Supra Turbo A70 "1988 Inter Tec" model in 1/24 scale is a unique proposition for car and motorsport enthusiasts. This faithfully reproduced plastic model allows you to build an iconic vehicle that made its mark in the motorsport history of the late 1980s.

Historical Overview and Vehicle Application

The Toyota Supra Turbo A70 in Minolta livery competed in the prestigious All Japan Touring Car Championship (JTC), with a special appearance at the legendary 1988 Inter Tec race at Fuji Speedway in Japan. The car became a symbol of the era’s technological race, where Japanese teams competed for dominance in national racing, presenting advanced engineering solutions and durability. The Toyota Supra Turbo A70, being the third generation of the line, was widely used between 1986 and 1993, with this specific racing model representing the turn of the 1980s and early 1990s.

Technical Details of the Model

• Scale: 1/24
• Country of the original user: Japan
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Box contents: model parts for self-assembly, decals with Minolta details and team markings, assembly instructions
• The kit does not include glue or paints – these must be purchased separately

Model Highlights and Target Group

The HC42 plastic model from Hasegawa stands out for its excellent parts fit, crisp body and interior details, and decals – making it particularly attractive for collectors of racing cars and Japanese vehicles. The set is intended for people with some basic modeling experience, although the clear instructions make it accessible for beginners as well. It’s a must-have for those interested in 1980s sports cars and motorsport history collectors.

Difficulty Level: 3/5

We recommend this model to all car modeling enthusiasts who want to enrich their collection with a faithfully reproduced symbol of touring car racing from the Land of the Rising Sun.