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The Rotary Miracle: Mazda 787B's ONLY Win Changed History ????️????

Ever heard a car that sounds like tearing the fabric of reality? Welcome to the story of the Mazda 787B, the screaming banshee of Group C racing. ????️????
If you're a motorsport fan or a diecast collector, the Mazda 787B is royalty. It's the ultimate underdog story of a weird, wonderful engine layout taking on the giants of European racing and pulling off an absolute miracle. Here is the COMPLETE history of the car, its shocking win record, and its legacy in the 1/64 scale world with Pop Race!

⚙️ THE R26B ROTARY HEART
Unlike the massive V8s and V12s of its rivals (like Jaguar, Porsche, and Mercedes), the 787B was powered by the R26B 2.6-liter naturally aspirated four-rotor Wankel engine. It was incredibly lightweight and gave the 787B a distinct advantage: supreme fuel efficiency and unmatched reliability. Coupled with a carbon-fiber chassis, carbon-ceramic brakes, and a total weight of just 830 kg, it was a technological marvel.

???? RACING HISTORY & TOTAL WINS: EXACTLY ONE!
How many races did the Mazda 787B actually win? Prepare to be surprised. Out of all its entries across the World Sportscar Championship (WSC) and the All Japan Sports Prototype Championship (JSPC), the Mazda 787B won exactly ONE race overall.
But that one race was the most important motorsport event on earth: The 1991 24 Hours of Le Mans.
The 787 and 787B models were campaigned throughout 1990 and 1991, often finishing mid-pack or suffering electrical and gearbox issues against the dominant Mercedes-Benz C11s. But Le Mans is an endurance test, not just a sprint.

???????? THE 1991 LE MANS MIRACLE
On June 22-23, 1991, Mazda entered two 787Bs and one older 787. Car #55, sporting the iconic green and orange argyle livery of clothing sponsor Renown, was driven by Johnny Herbert, Volker Weidler, and Bertrand Gachot. Starting from 12th on the grid, no one bet a single yen on Mazda.
But as the 24 hours ticked by, the European giants began to break down. The Mercedes entries suffered alternator and gearbox failures. The #55 Mazda, however, ran flawlessly. The R26B rotary engine was so reliable that Mazda engineers later claimed they could have run another 24 hours without changing a single part!
Johnny Herbert drove the final, grueling stint, crossing the finish line at an average speed of 127.588 mph. He was so exhausted and dehydrated that he collapsed after stepping out of the car and missed the podium celebration! With this single, historic win, Mazda became:
The FIRST Japanese manufacturer to win Le Mans.
The FIRST AND ONLY rotary-powered car to ever win Le Mans. (Rule changes the following year effectively banned the rotary engine, sealing its legendary status forever).

???? THE POP RACE COLLABORATION
The 787B's legacy lives on for gearheads today through an incredible collaboration with premium diecast manufacturer Pop Race. Known for their meticulous 1:64 scale models, Pop Race has released a highly sought-after version of the Mazda 787B (Model #301).
What makes the Pop Race collaboration so special for collectors?
Unmatched Detail: Unlike standard Hot Wheels, the Pop Race 787B features a removable rear engine cowl.
Under The Cowl: Taking the cover off reveals a fully painted, hyper-detailed replica of the legendary 4-rotor R26B engine and inboard suspension—practically unheard of at the tiny 1:64 scale!
Variations: Pop Race hasn't just stopped at the #55 Le Mans winner. They’ve also released versions like the JSPC 1991 #18 car, capturing the lesser-known but equally beautiful liveries of Mazda's Group C campaign.

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