Porsche 906 LE (1:18, Minichamps)

The Story of the Porsche 906 LE

The Porsche 906 LE, also known as Carrera 6, represents a significant era in Porsche's history. It was produced between 1966 and 1967 with the aim of being successful in international motorsport. The successor to the Porsche 904 was developed by Ferdinand Piëch and Hans Mezger to solidify Porsche's position in the sporting arena. The car's body was made of a tubular frame covered with a lightweight and aerodynamically optimized fiberglass body, giving it not only its iconic shape but also improving performance and driving dynamics. The Porsche 906 LE was equipped with a 2.0-liter six-cylinder engine producing 210 horsepower, allowing the vehicle to reach a top speed of about 280 km/h (174 mph).

Motorsport Successes of the Porsche 906 LE

The Porsche 906 LE was extremely successful in a variety of motorsport events. It made its debut at the 1966 Daytona 24 Hours race, securing an impressive sixth overall position. One of its significant triumphs was the overall victory at the 1966 Targa Florio, one of the most demanding endurance races in the world. The vehicle, piloted by renowned drivers like Gerhard Mitter and Hans Herrmann, excelled in technical performance, aided by the advanced design of the car.