The iconic GT40 was developed by Ford in an attempt to beat Ferrari, which had dominated the Le Mans race for several years. Ford's efforts paid off in 1966 when they achieved a historic victory at Le Mans.
While the GT40 #96 Daytona itself did not win at Le Mans, it played a crucial role in the race. In the 1966 Le Mans race, three GT40 MKII cars crossed the finish line in a historic photo finish, securing a 1-2-3 victory for Ford. The GT40s took first, second, and third places, marking the first time an American manufacturer had won the prestigious endurance race.
However, the car with number 96, driven by Ken Miles and Denny Hulme, faced a controversial situation. It was leading the race with a comfortable margin until the Ford executives decided they wanted a symbolic photo finish with all three GT40s crossing the line together. As a result, Miles was instructed to slow down and let the second-placed car, driven by Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon, catch up.
This decision cost Miles and Hulme the chance to win the race, as McLaren and Amon officially took the victory due to starting the race farther behind. Nonetheless, the 1966 Le Mans race remains an iconic moment in motorsport history, and the GT40's dominance and the story of the photo finish have become legendary."
CHASSIS TYPE: Mega G+ SHORT Wheelbase Chassis (1.5″)
Mega G+ Race System
Made up of our new Mega G+ Chassis, Upgraded AFX120 Controllers and Exclusive Tri-Power Pack, the Mega G+ Race System is the perfect balance of grip and speed. With decades of slot car innovation and over a year of experimentation, this is the best out of the box slot car system you can buy.
Mega G+ Chassis
This new Mega G+ chassis doesn’t just go faster or handle better than the competition. And it doesn’t just have the ultra-low, narrow dimensions of the original Mega G to continue the reign of the most realistic HO cars on earth. It’s smoother, more consistent, and more intuitive than any car we’ve ever built.
- FN20 Advanced Power Unit: lighter, smoother, quieter, more consistent and uses 33% less energy than Mega-G
- Weight: Up to 35% lighter than any other HO chassis, 5% lighter than Mega-G
- Shape: Narrowest, lowest chassis ever made for more realistic bodies
- Pick-Up Shoes: Stronger, follows rail better for consistent power
- Center of gravity: Lowest of all competitors to corner with confidence
- Guide Pin: AFX Exclusive Extra-long tapered guide pin keeps the car on track longer
- Ground Effects Magnets: Level 30 Neodymium – Stays glued to the track
- Chassis Material: Super durable Nylatron has just enough flex
- Brushes: High carbon power unit brushes last longer than composite brushes
- New Redundant Power Transfer System: Maintains consistent power supply to motor for improved durability and drivability
