{"product_id":"atlantis-amcm5695-tom-mcewen-mongoose-front-engine-dragster-1-24-scale","title":"Atlantis AMCM5695, Tom McEwen \"Mongoose\" Front Engine Dragster. 1:24 Scale","description":"\u003ch4\u003eTom “Mongoose” McEwen AA Fuel Front Engine Rail Dragster. 1:24 Scale\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAMCM5695 - Atlantis Models\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild one of the most famous dragsters from the golden age of American drag racing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring a legendary piece of drag racing history to your workbench with the Atlantis Models Tom “Mongoose” McEwen AA Fuel Front Engine Rail Dragster 1:24 Scale Plastic Model Kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTom “The Mongoose” McEwen was one of drag racing’s most recognisable personalities, and his famous rivalry with Don “The Snake” Prudhomme helped introduce an entire generation of fans to professional drag racing. This classic front-engine rail dragster captures the excitement, personality, and raw horsepower of that unforgettable era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Classic Mongoose Dragster Returns\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Atlantis Models release features a classic Tom McEwen decal scheme that had not been issued since 1973, making it a fantastic choice for longtime model builders, vintage drag racing fans, and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit is moulded in white plastic with gleaming chrome-plated parts and includes real rubber tires for an authentic finished appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this classic rail dragster is a detailed 426 Hemi engine, representing the massive powerplants that made AA\/Fuel dragsters some of the fastest and most exciting racing machines of their time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRelive the Golden Age of Drag Racing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore rear-engine Top Fuel dragsters became the standard, the front-engine rail dragster ruled the quarter-mile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrivers sat behind enormous nitro-burning engines in long, lightweight machines capable of incredible acceleration. These dramatic cars helped define drag racing during the 1960s and early 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTom McEwen became one of the sport’s great showmen and innovators. His famous “Mongoose” nickname and rivalry with Don Prudhomme’s “Snake” became one of the most successful promotions in motorsports history and helped bring drag racing to a much larger national audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model captures the unmistakable appearance of the classic front-engine dragster with its long exposed chassis, narrow front wheels, massive rear slicks, chrome components, detailed Hemi engine, and racing parachute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBuild the Famous Snake vs. Mongoose Rivalry\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an even more impressive drag racing display, pair this model with the Atlantis Models Don “The Snake” Prudhomme AA Fuel Front Engine Rail Dragster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, the Snake and Mongoose dragsters recreate one of the most legendary rivalries in American motorsports and make an outstanding centrepiece for any vintage drag racing model collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Great Kit for Model Builders and Racing Collectors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you followed Tom McEwen during the glory days of drag racing or simply enjoy building classic automotive model kits, this 1:24 scale Mongoose dragster is a great addition to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 10.25 inches long when completed, the finished model has excellent shelf presence and plenty of classic drag racing character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Kit Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/25 scale, skill 2, paint, and cement required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGleaming chrome plated parts and moulded white plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic decal scheme not issued since 1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal rubber tyres\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening parachute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e49 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompleted model 260mm long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkill Level 2, ages 10 and up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaint and glue are required to complete this model (not included).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobbies Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67936765411519,"sku":"AMCM5695","price":59.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/2919\/5651\/files\/AMCM5695TomMcEwenMongooseFrontEngineRailBoxFront.png?v=1794442055","url":"https:\/\/smallforge.com.au\/products\/atlantis-amcm5695-tom-mcewen-mongoose-front-engine-dragster-1-24-scale","provider":"Small Forge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}