CMC Mercedes-Benz W154, 1938

A masterpiece of architecture model: CMC Mercedes-Benz W154, 1938

Technical data of the CMC model:

1. Model: Precision model hand-assembled, Diecast
2. Manufacturer: CMC GmbH, Classic Model Cars, Germany
3. Scale: 1:18
4. Item-No.: M-025
5. Color: Silver
6. Driver: ---
7. Parts: 500
8. Limited Edition: ---

Model car details:

• Hand mounted precision model made of more than 530 single parts
• Removable engine hood
• Originally replication of the 12-cylinder V-engine with many details and offset fitting position
• Handmade stainless steel wired fadiator grill
• Removable wheels in with filigree spokes and a authentic tire equipment
• Precisely created dashboard including all instrument
• Cockpit seat covered with real textile
• Movable wind shield
• Brilliant mirror finish painting

Description of the original vehicle: In 1938 a new racing formula was introduced, limiting the engine displacement of supercharged race cars to 3 liters. This rule change redefined the direction of motor sport racing for the succeeding years.
Mercedes-Benz developed an entirely new 485 hp V-12 engine for the W 154. A 5-speed transmission was added and mounted directly on the de Dion rear axle. One fuel tank was in the rear, and a second tank was in the cockpit, above the driver’s legs. In this car, the Daimler-Benz team of Caracciola, Lang, von Brauchitsch, and Seaman gained one victory after another.
In 1938, Caracciola became European Champion. At the French Grand Prix on July 3, 1938, Mercedes-Benz earned a triple victory: von Brauchitsch came in first, Caracciola second, and Hermann Lang third. In 1939, Hermann Lang became European Champion with a revamped W 154.

Technical data of the original vehicle:

1. Engine: V-12-engine with 2 Roots-compressors
2. Displacement: 2.962 ccm
3. Bore x stroke: 67 x 70 mm
4. Maximum output: 485 hp at 7.500 rpm
5. Transmission: 5 speed
6. Top speed: 320 km/h
7. Wheel base: 2.730 mm
8. Track front: 1,470 mm
9. Track rear: 1,410 mm

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