AFX Racing 22048 Ford GT40 MKIV n.4 LeMans 1967 – Blue

The origins of the Ford’s GT40 MKIV is marred by tragedy. It began in 1966 with the J-Car just after LeMans. Ken Miles was test driving the car when it crashed on an embankment, bursting into flames. The rest is heavy-hearted history. There were only 10 made, only half of which ever actually raced. However, the MKIV is known for breaking records both at home and abroad. It only ran in two races: the Sebring 12 Hours and the 24 Hours of Le Mans – the most prestigious race events in all of motorsport. It won both.

These victories were no accident. Ford made sure of that. The car was specifically, painstakingly designed for endurance, designed for speed…designed to win. Each element of the MKIV was totally different from other GT40s, starting with where it was made. The MKIV was built from scratch in the United States, unlike its predecessors the MKI and ll cars which were built entirely or partly in Europe. A little “skunk works” company called Kar Kraft built the all-new J series chassis and newly designed long, streamlined bodywork for Ford’s Special Vehicles Activity. The MKIV was easily the most radical variant of all the GT40s.

Other modifications were made as well. A NASCAR-style, steel-tube roll cage was added as a direct result of beloved racer Ken Miles’ tragic death while testing the first J Car. Though it was significantly safer, the roll cage was incredibly heavy which hurt the car’s performance.

CHÂSSIS : Mega G+ SHORT Wheelbase Chassis (1.5″)

Mega G+ Chassis

Smoother, more consistent, and more intuitive than any car we’ve ever built, the Mega G+ chassis is the ultimate driving machine. It runs faster and handles better than the competition and continues AFX’s reign of the most realistic HO cars on earth.

Not only is it up to 35% lighter than any other HO chassis. Having the lowest center of gravity of all competitors means it corners like a dream. But the cherry on top is the ability to create super realistic car bodies thanks to the Mega G+ being the narrowest, lowest chassis ever made.

Still don’t believe us? Here’s the facts...

• Stronger Pick Up Shoes have stronger contact for more consistent power
• The AFX Exclusive Extra-Long Tapered Guide Pin keeps the car on track longer
• Level 30 Neodymium Ground Effects Magnets keep the car glued to the track
• An FN20 Advanced Power Unit is energy efficient, smooth, quiet, and consistent
• The Nylatron Chassis Material has just enough flex for super durability
• High Carbon Power Unit Brushes last longer than composite brushes
• The New Redundant Power Transfer System improved durability and drivability