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Tommy Ivo Showboat Four-Engine Dragster Wild Multi-Motor Icon
Tommy Ivo veteran drag racer and creator of several 'wild' machines is credited with being the first to break the nine second mark for the quarter mile. This was accomplished with a dual engine dragster which turned an easy 162 mph at the top end. Since establishing that record in 1960 Ivo constructed many functional as well as beautiful Dragsters over the decades that followed. Although better known for his drag racing achievements Tommy Ivo is also well known for his entertainment work. He got the name TV Tommy from his many appearances in movies and television shows from the late 1940's through the 1960's. He was already a celebrity when he started building his own drag cars and racing professionally. The most spectacular of all his creations was the Showboat a fiery red and gleaming chrome machine powered by four Hill born injected Buick V-8 engines. This dragster was very unique not only for its beauty of workmanship and construction but because of its impressive specifications. It produced a total of 1720 horsepower from its four 454 cubic inch Buick V-8's. Despite tremendous weight (3555 pounds) it attained a speed of 195 mph and a time of 8.12 seconds for the quarter mile. Unfortunately the NHRA ruled it the first exhibition dragster and he was unable to race it in competitions. Showboat was painted by Don Prudhomme and upholstered by Tony Nancy both of whom were famous in their own right as builders and drivers of top drag racing machinery. Your Atlantis model is an authentic replica of the real Tommy Ivo Showboat dragster. Tommy Ivo was inducted in the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America in 2005 for his drag racing career.
Features
- 206 Total Parts
- Officially Licensed with TV Tommy Ivo! This 1:25 scale plastic model kit features Tommy Ivo's legendary Showboat dragster. The kit is designed for experienced modelers and is rated at a Skill Level 3.
- The model showcases four Buick Nail head engines.
- The kit includes chrome-plated parts for a realistic finish.
- The set comes with metal axles and four rubber slick tires. 206 total pieces
- A decal sheet is included to complete the authentic look of the dragster.
- The box displays high-quality images of the completed model showcasing the intricate engine work and Showboat branding.
- Paint & Glue Required - Not Included
