Italeri 3652 - 1/24 Renault R5 Alpine Rally Historical Model  [IT-3652S]

Italeri 1/24 Renault R5 Alpine Rally - Scale model of a 1977 stage car

The Renault R5 Alpine Rally made its mark in the late 1970s with quick, responsive handling. Italeri's 1/24 kit reproduces the car's compact silhouette and interior trim, offering a realistic project for hobbyists. The full-size R5 Alpine campaigned in 1977 carried about 150 horsepower and weighed roughly 800 kg, running on events like Sanremo, Monte Carlo and the Acropolis.

Construction notes for modellers

Parts are crisply moulded and require careful preparation before assembly. Decals are provided for the historic livery and the completed model offers a faithful little display piece that complements other classic rally models.

Rally heritage summary

The R5 Alpine Rally is remembered for its effective blend of power and low mass. This Italeri kit allows builders to explore that layout and celebrate a key era of rallying.