The Ferrari 499P is Ferrari's factory-developed Le Mans Hypercar, built to FIA/ACO LMH regulations and introduced in 2023. Its drivetrain combines a 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged V6 combustion engine with a front-axle hybrid motor-generator unit, the combined system output capped at 500 kW (670 hp) by regulation. Car No. 83 ran in the distinctive Giallo Modena yellow livery, separating it clearly from the red factory entries at Circuit de la Sarthe.
Ferrari's Return to Factory Endurance Racing
The 499P was developed entirely by Ferrari and competes under the AF Corse banner in the FIA World Endurance Championship. The 2024 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the 92nd running of the event on 15–16 June, confirmed Ferrari's front-line status: the No. 50 AF Corse entry of Antonio Fuoco, Miguel Molina and Nicklas Nielsen won outright with 311 laps, Ferrari's 11th overall Le Mans victory and second in consecutive years. Third place went to the No. 51 AF Corse car of Alessandro Pier Guidi, James Calado and Antonio Giovinazzi.
83 Laps Led — and a Retirement That Still Defines the Race
Car No. 83, entered by AF Corse as a customer programme, was not a passive participant. Robert Kubica — the Polish Formula 1 veteran — shared the cockpit with Robert Shwartzman and Yifei Ye. The trio led 83 laps of the race and were genuine contenders before a front-axle hybrid motor-generator unit failure ended their run in the 21st hour after 248 laps completed. The Giallo Modena livery made No. 83 the most visually distinctive Ferrari in the field, contrasting directly with the red Nos. 50 and 51.
The 1:12 Scale Model by BBR Models
BBR Models is an Italian manufacturer recognised for high-end resin replicas, with a catalogue built around 1:12 and 1:43 Ferrari subjects. The No. 83 Ferrari 499P is rendered in resin at 1:12 — one of the largest formats produced for road and race cars — and is supplied with a dedicated display case. At this scale, the aerodynamic surfaces of the LMH bodywork, the Giallo Modena paintwork and the livery graphics occupy significantly more visual space than a conventional 1:18 replica.
In the Display Cabinet
A 1:12 resin model demands considered display planning. As one of the largest formats available for race car replicas, shelf depth and lateral clearance are both relevant considerations. The included showcase provides immediate dust protection and a ready-made presentation base. No. 83 pairs naturally with the No. 50 and No. 51 Ferrari 499P 2024 Le Mans entries, or alongside earlier Le Mans-winning Ferrari prototypes for a historical endurance sequence.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the 1:12 scale model?
1:12 is one of the largest formats produced for race car replicas, substantially larger than a 1:18 replica, so plan for generous shelf or case space, particularly accounting for the front aerodynamic package.
What material is the model made from, and who makes it?
The model is cast in resin by BBR Models, an Italian manufacturer with a long-established reputation for high-fidelity Ferrari replicas at 1:12 and 1:43 scale. Resin allows sharper surface definition and finer livery reproduction than diecast, at the cost of being more fragile under impact.
What is the race history of Car No. 83 at Le Mans 2024?
The No. 83 AF Corse Ferrari 499P, driven by Robert Kubica, Robert Shwartzman and Yifei Ye, led 83 laps at the 92nd 24 Hours of Le Mans on 15–16 June 2024. The car retired in the 21st hour after completing 248 laps due to a front-axle hybrid motor-generator unit failure.
