BBR Models 1/18 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta

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Hanako

BBR Models 1/18 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta

Post by Hanako » Sat Sep 20, 2014 4:58 am

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Ferrari F12 Berlinetta

The Ferrari F12berlinetta (also unofficially referred to as the F12 Berlinetta or the F12) is a front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive grand tourer produced by Italian sports car manufacturer Ferrari. Introduced to the public at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show and first delivered for the 2013 model year in the US, the F12berlinetta replaced the 599 series grand tourers. The naturally aspirated 6.3 litre Ferrari V12 engine in the F12berlinetta has won the International Engine of the Year Awards 2013 in the Best Performance category and Best Engine above 4.0 litres. The F12berlinetta was named "The Supercar of the Year 2012" by car magazine Top Gear.

In 2014, the F12berlinetta was awarded the XXIII Premio Compasso d'oro ADI. Accepting the award was Ferrari’s Senior Vice President of Design, Flavio Manzoni.

Engine

The F12berlinetta uses a 6,262 cc (382 cu in), naturally aspirated 65° V12 engine shared with the FF, but producing 740 PS (544 kW; 730 hp) at 8250 rpm and 690 N·m (509 lb·ft) of torque at 6000 rpm, making it the most powerful road-legal Ferrari to date, only surpassed by LaFerrari. This allows the F12berlinetta to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in an officially reported 3.1 seconds, 0 to 200 km/h (120 mph) in 8.5 seconds and a top speed of over 340 km/h (210 mph) Ferrari states that the F12berlinetta can reach 362 km/h (225 mph).

The F12berlinetta's engine qualifies for LEV certification and has been designed to be more efficient than that of the 599, as well as more powerful. The engine management system is fitted with Ferrari's HELE start-stop system to reduce fuel consumption when idling. Ferrari reports that the F12berlinetta can achieve 18 mpg-imp (15.7 L/100 km; 15.0 mpg-US) – a 30% improvement over the 599 – and produces CO2 emissions of 350 g/km, with EPA ratings of 12 mpg in the city and 16 mpg on the highway.

Transmission

In common with the California, 458 Italia, FF and LaFerrari, the F12berlinetta transmits power through a 7-speed dual-clutch automated semi-automatic gearbox operated by the driver using paddle shifters behind the steering wheel. Compared to similar models, the F12berlinetta uses shortened gear ratios to match the power of the engine.

Chassis

The F12berlinetta is built around an aluminium space frame chassis co-developed with Scaglietti. The chassis is made up of 12 different aluminium alloys and improves structural rigidity by 20% over the 599, whilst reducing weight by 70 kg (150 lb). The centre of gravity has been lowered by around 25 mm (1 in). The F12berlinetta's weight distribution is 46% front, 54% rear.

Similar to other contemporary Ferrari models, the F12berlinetta uses Ferrari's third generation CCM3 carbon ceramic disc brakes with ABS, SCM-E magnetorheological suspension, an electronic limited slip differential, ESP Premium stability control and F1-Trac traction control. The car's stability and traction control, suspension and other settings are controlled by the Manettino dial mounted on the steering wheel.

Tyres

The F12berlinetta is fitted with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires, with the tyre codes 255/35ZR20 at the front and 315/35ZR20 at the rear

Aerodynamics

The F12berlinetta makes use of aerodynamic techniques based on Ferrari's 599XX and Formula One programmes, developed with wind tunnel and CFD testing. A notable feature is the Aero Bridge, an air channel running from the bonnet, through the flanks and along the sides of the vehicle, creating an effect that increases downforce. Another feature is Active Brake Cooling ducts, which open to direct cooling air only when the brakes are hot, keeping them closed at other times to reduce aerodynamic drag. The F12berlinetta produces 200 kg (440 lb) of downforce at 200 km/h (120 mph) – an increase of 76% over the 599 GTB – and has a drag coefficient of 0.299

Performance

Ferrari reports that the F12berlinetta is capable of lapping the Fiorano test circuit in 1 minute, 23 seconds; 3.0 seconds slower than LaFerrari, 1.0 second faster than the 599 GTO, 2.0 seconds faster than the Enzo Ferrari, 2.0 seconds faster than the 458 Italia, 2.0 seconds faster than the 430 Scuderia and 3.5 seconds faster than the 599 GTB.

Design

The body of the F12berlinetta is designed by the Ferrari Styling Centre and Pininfarina, and shares some styling elements with other recent Ferrari models. This includes a front grille similar to the FF and headlights shared with the FF and 458 Italia. The interior, based on the FF, features new "Frau leather" upholstery with aluminium, Alutex, and carbon fibre trim, and has increased luggage space compared to the 599.

The body computer system is developed by Magneti Marelli Automotive Lighting.

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Brand: BBR Models
Scale: 1:18
Country of Model: Italy, M.I.C.
License: Ferrari Official S.P.A
Model: Ferrari F12 Berlinetta
Special: Limited to 20 pcs worldwide
Model Type: Resin
Limited Edition: #01/20
Color: Rosso Meranello

Thoughts on Model:
"Most perfect model I've ever seen, I do not see any flaws.. Best model BBR has actually created! GOOD JOB BBR :okay: "
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"Such a perfect masterpiece both Ferrari S.P.A & BBR Models had created! Actually the front prancing horse should be higher but its not a big deal, This is a perfect work from BBR Models, Recommended to everyone"
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Headlights

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"Every attention of detail is captured by BBR, Those LEDS, Just WOW.."
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Wheels

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"Beautiful brake disc, I just love BBR's popup wheel hub cap , Wheels are perfect mould, Calipers are perfectly done!"
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Ferrari & Pininfarina

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"Right Position for the pinifarina & Ferrari shields, The ferrari shields on the BBR are popup stickers, For the pininfarina, I think its a photoetch decal. Waterslide maybe, The side indicator lamps are replicated perfectly"
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Rear Wheels

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"I can't find a original stock F12 rear wheels picture from Google. Only managed to find SR Auto Group's. So we'll use this since we already justify the front wheels. Brake disc and calipers are correctly done, But the top of the wheels, theres something that BBR did not replicated. "
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Rear

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"Beautiful tail lamps BBR has replicated, The whole F12 rear shape was captured by BBR, Excellent work! Accurate exhaust tips created! Just WOW :okay: "
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Rear indicator thing(Not sure whats it called)

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"Perfect work by BBR, replicate at the right shape and position"
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Interior

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"Every element was captured. Well done BBR"

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Re: BBR Models 1/18 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta

Post by StratosWRC » Sat Sep 20, 2014 9:58 am

It's a great looking model, congrats!

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Re: BBR Models 1/18 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta

Post by [KRAFTIG] » Sat Sep 20, 2014 10:00 am

Nice!

Hanako

Re: BBR Models 1/18 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta

Post by Hanako » Sat Sep 20, 2014 10:10 am

Perfect piece from BBR! I recommend resin collectors that loves the F12, its a must have!!

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Re: BBR Models 1/18 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta

Post by damnyouebay » Sun Sep 21, 2014 1:48 pm

Best looking Ferrari for many years In my opinion, looks like a fantastic model.

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