Tamiya 24355 | McLaren Senna | Sports Car Series 1/24 Scale Model Kit

The Tamiya 24355 McLaren Senna is a masterpiece of modern hobby engineering, offering a “hyper-detailed” 1/24 scale recreation of the 800HP track-focused hypercar. This kit features a unique monocoque-based assembly that mirrors the real vehicle’s construction, providing a highly realistic building experience for experienced modelers and supercar enthusiasts.

What makes the Tamiya McLaren Senna kit a “Masterpiece”?

Named after F1 legend Ayrton Senna, this model captures the “form follows function” philosophy of the 2019 hypercar. Unlike traditional model kits with a single body shell, Tamiya’s designers developed a single central monocoque onto which individual body panels are attached. This allows for an incredibly accurate depiction of the complex air intakes and aerodynamic “aero blades” that define the Senna’s silhouette. The engineering even extends to the brakes: the calipers are separate parts, allowing the wheels and discs to rotate while the calipers remain authentically stationary.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer:Tamiya
• Model Series:1/24 Sports Car Series (No. 355)
• Product Number:24355
• Scale:1/24
• Model Dimensions:Length: 198mm, Width: 91mm, Height: 51mm
• Box Dimensions:15.2” L x 9.6” W x 3.2” D
• Chassis Design:Single monocoque with separate individual body panels
• Engine Detail:Realistic V8 twin-turbo engine with visible engineering sections
• Customization:Selectable build specs for European, U.S., or Japanese versions
• Cockpit Features:Dashboard can be posed in “Roadgoing” or “Streamlined Racing” positions
• Special Inclusions:Metal transfers for McLaren logos and clear parts that require no cement

Features

• Streamlined Painting:Parts are intelligently designed to be assembled into color-coded blocks, significantly reducing the complexity of the masking and painting process.
• Glue-Free Glass:High-quality clear parts for the windows and roof slot directly into the monocoque, removing the risk of “glue fogging” on transparent surfaces.
• Super-Realistic Brakes:The wheel assemblies utilize a unique design where the brake disc rotates independently of the stationary caliper, a feature rarely seen in 1/24 scale.
• Metal Logo Transfers:High-quality metal transfers are included to give the McLaren branding a sharp, 3D chrome finish that decals cannot match.