Limited Edition of 250 pieces
Each model hand-built and assembled by a small team of craftsmen
1:4 scale model, over 32cm/12in long and 17cm/6in tall
Made using the finest quality materials
Over 3500 hours to develop the model
Over 325 hours to build each model
Thousands of precisely engineered parts: castings, photo-etchings and CNC machined metal components
Built using original CAD designs, paint codes and material specifications from Ferrari

A new development for 2025, our meticulously crafted 1:4 scale replica of the Ferrari Tipo 168 Comp V12 Colombo Engine and Gearbox, designed to showcase every intricate detail of the legendary power unit that powered the iconic 250 GTO. The 2,953cc engine, paired with its five-speed gearbox, is truly the stuff of Ferrari legend. Not only was this Ferrari’s original road car engine, but it went on to power classic icons such as the 250 Testa Rossa, 250 GTO and Daytona. We are delighted to be working alongside the historians at Ferrari Classiche to precisely capture this iconic mechanical marvel at scale. We encourage customers to register their interest with our sales team for what we are sure will be a model high in demand.

Named after Italian engineer Gioacchino Colombo, who had previously worked for Enzo Ferrari at Alfa Romeo, the Ferrari Colombo V12 first emerged in 1947. The 125, named for its 124.73 cc cylinder capacity, debuted in the 125 S sports racer and was later supercharged for use in the marque’s inaugural Formula 1 car, the 125 F1. The Colombo quickly expanded to 2.0 litres for the 1948 season, powering the Ferrari 166 Barchetta to victory at both the Giro di Sicilia and the Mille Miglia. Further advancements led to various sizes of the Colombo V12 being employed in the early 166, 195, and 212 models, before Gioacchino Colombo departed Ferrari to return to Alfa Romeo in 1950. However, the V12 Colombo’s development continued under Aurelio Lampredi, who took over as Ferrari’s lead engine designer, leading to the debut of the 250 in the 250S in 1952.

Often described as jewel-like, the Colombo was estimated to have required up to 70% longer machining time and 50% more parts compared to a traditional in-line, six-cylinder engine. Despite their handmade charm, these 250 engines powered some of the most revered cars to ever emerge from Maranello, including: the 250 Testa Rossa and the beautiful 250 GT California Spider in 1957; the iconic 250 GT SWB two years later; and the most valuable Ferrari of all time, the 250 GTO. By the time the 250 GTO was first produced in 1962, the Colombo 250 had already established itself for a decade, yet the 250 GTO represented the pinnacle of the 250 GT series, epitomising Ferrari’s philosophy of combining unparalleled performance with stunning design. The Colombo also powered the mid-engined 250 LM, followed by road cars like the 400 Superfast, 275 GTB, and 365 GTB/4 Daytona. The final iteration appeared in the 412 four-seater of 1985, until both the 412 and its Colombo engine were retired in August 1988. By then the end of its 41-year production cycle, the Colombo V12 had evolved from its original 1.5 litre capacity and 100 horsepower to an impressive 4.9 litres and 395 horsepower.

From its inception in 1947, the core architecture of this first generation of V12s wasn't fully replaced until the 1990s, a true testament to its engineering genius. Even today, Ferrari continues to employ a wrinkled red finish to the rocker covers of its V12s, a design detail established by the 250 Testa Rossa (Italian for "redhead") in 1957. Lauded for decades for its balance, durability, longevity and soundtrack, the Colombo V12 has defined what the world has come to expect from a modern-day Ferrari.

This fine 1:4 scale model of the Ferrari 250 GTO Engine and Gearbox has been handcrafted and finished in our workshops using our CAD data developed from a detailed digital scan of the engine from original chassis 3987GT, allowing us to perfectly recreate every detail at scale. Each individual material in the engine has been carefully and artfully reproduced at scale using special finishes as befits the Ferrari 250 GTO design. This accurate replication of the actual engine has relied heavily on Amalgam’s close relationship with the historians at Ferrari Classiche. This 1:4 replica shows every visible detail of the engine right down to the numerous parts labels. Finally, the prototype model has undergone detailed scrutiny, only receiving approval once Ferrari were satisfied with its accuracy of representation.

The Ferrari 250 GTO Engine and Gearbox is limited to just 250 pieces at 1:4 scale.

1:4 Scale