History

Originally a 1984-1986 4-wheel drive Group B rally car, the famous Ford RS200 was extensively used in rallying and rallycross and can still be spotted in competition today.  The car was soon replicated as a standard road car as demand grew from motoring enthusiasts who wanted road going versions.  Many kit-car businesses have reproduced this iconic competition car from road use as well as for continued competition after Ford ceased production.

Power came from a 1.8 litre, single turbocharged Ford Cosworth "BDT" engine producing up to 450 horsepower (340kW) in racing trim.  Although the RS had the balance and poise necessary to be competitive, its power to weight ratio was poor by comparison, and its engine produced notorious low-RPM lag, making it difficult to drive.

The Scalextric Model

Digital Plug Ready (DPR) - convert for use with the Scalextric Digital range in under sixty seconds using the C8515 Digital Plug.