CMC Alfa Romeo P3 1/18 Models: Pre-War Grand Prix Icons

A collector-focused look at CMC’s 1/18 Alfa Romeo P3 range, celebrating the Grand Prix victories of Nuvolari, Caracciola, Fagioli, and Chiron.

August 11, 2026 2 min read

Few racing cars define an era like the Alfa Romeo P3, also known as the Tipo B. Its low silhouette belongs to early European single-seater racing. This period shaped drivers like Tazio Nuvolari and Rudolf Caracciola. Luigi Fagioli and Louis Chiron also played key roles. The enduring legacy of these Alfa Romeo P3 models is a testament to their iconic status.

F1 P3 N 42 WINNER MARSEILLE GP 1933 CHIRON

CMC brings that history to the display shelf. They offer a focused series of die-cast 1/18 replicas. Each release is tied to a specific race and driver. A competition number is also included. This makes the collection more than just red racing cars. It details Alfa Romeo’s early-1930s Grand Prix campaign.

The current range includes:

Alfa Romeo P3 no. 6: Rudolf Caracciola won the 1932 Monza Grand Prix. Alfa Romeo P3 no. 8: Tazio Nuvolari won the 1932 Italian Grand Prix. Alfa Romeo P3 no. 95: Rudolf Caracciola won the 1932 Klausenrennen. Alfa Romeo P3 no. 40: Luigi Fagioli won the 1933 Comminges Grand Prix. Alfa Romeo P3 no. 42: Louis Chiron won the 1933 Marseille Grand Prix. A three-model Tazio Nuvolari set is also available. It includes the no. 12 French Grand Prix car. The no. 30 Coppa Ciano car is included. The no. 8 Coppa Acerbo car is also part of the set. It comes with a driver figure and showcase.

F1 P3 N 95 WINNER KLAUSENRENNEN GP 1932 RUDOLF CARACCIOLA

CMC’s P3 tooling is made for collectors. These collectors look beyond the headline. The 1/18 die-cast construction keeps the car’s mechanical character central. The long bonnet, wire wheels, and open cockpit are key. Chassis details and period race markings also stand out. All deserve time under a display light. It is a collector-grade interpretation of a machine. Drivers raced with little protection in that era. Every Grand Prix had its own visual identity then.

For a focused Alfa Romeo display, consider the Caracciola and Nuvolari liveries. They create a strong 1932 pairing. The Fagioli and Chiron releases extend the story into 1933. The three-car Nuvolari set offers a more complete display base. This is ideal for collectors building around one driver or season.