24 Hours of Le Mans 1970 Winner — Porsche 917K #23

 

24 Hours of Le Mans 1970 Winner — Porsche 917K #23

Attwood / Herrmann · 1:8 Scale by IXO

The Porsche 917K stands as one of the most decisive machines in endurance racing history. In 1970, Porsche achieved its first overall victory at Le Mans with the Salzburg-entered #23 car, driven by Richard Attwood and Hans Herrmann. That win did more than secure a place in the record books — it marked the beginning of Porsche’s long-standing dominance at the Circuit de la Sarthe.

This 1:8 scale model by IXO captures that historic moment in an imposing, museum-grade format, translating the scale, presence, and engineering drama of the original car into a highly detailed static replica.

The Real Car — Porsche’s Breakthrough at Le Mans

The Porsche 917K was developed to exploit changes in FIA regulations that allowed engines up to five litres. With its flat-12 engine and lightweight tubular chassis, the 917 was brutally fast — but initially unstable. The “K” (Kurzheck / short tail) version resolved these issues, delivering improved high-speed stability without sacrificing straight-line performance.

At Le Mans 1970, the #23 Salzburg car combined outright speed with mechanical reliability, allowing Attwood and Herrmann to secure Porsche’s first overall victory in the world’s most demanding endurance race. This achievement laid the foundation for one of the most successful endurance racing legacies ever built.

The Model — IXO 1:8 Scale Engineering Presence

Produced to IXO’s high-quality standard, this 1:8 scale Porsche 917K is already fully assembled and finished, making it suitable for immediate display. At approximately 52 cm in length and nearly 6 kg in weight, the model commands attention and delivers a sense of physical presence rarely achieved outside large-scale collectibles.

Key features include:

• Faithfully reproduced cockpit with dashboard detail

• Highly detailed engine compartment

• Steerable front wheels

• Opening hood, doors, and rear section

• Accurate wheel and rim detailing

• Pre-painted Salzburg livery, reflecting the 1970 Le Mans winner

• Integrated light and sound functions (interior-controlled; batteries not included)

The model’s scale allows for depth and realism that smaller formats cannot replicate, making it particularly appealing to collectors who value mechanical visibility and dimensional accuracy.

Collector Positioning

Large-scale models such as this 1:8 Porsche 917K occupy a distinct space in serious collections. Rather than functioning as shelf-filling pieces, they serve as centre-point displays — combining historical importance with physical presence. The combination of Le Mans provenance, Porsche’s first overall victory, and IXO’s execution places this model firmly within the premium collector segment.

Manufacturer: IXO

Scale: 1:8

Vehicle: Porsche 917K #23

Team: Porsche KG Salzburg

Drivers: Richard Attwood · Hans Herrmann

Event: 24 Hours of Le Mans

Season: 1970

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Image Credit: CK-Modelcars / IXO

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