Central Scanning Brings Richard Hammond’s MGB to Life with The Smallest Cog

At Central Scanning, we’re passionate about combining the best 3D scanning technology with automotive heritage. Our recent work with Richard Hammond and his restoration business, The Smallest Cog, was the perfect example. We were invited to 3D laser scan their beautifully prepared 1969 MGB so it could be transformed into a highly detailed Corgi scale model using the Artec Leo scanner.

The project took place at the Llandow Circuit in Wales, where Hammond was locked in a friendly but competitive challenge with motoring journalist Mike Fernie. It was MG versus MG, Hammond in his race-prepped 1969 MGB, and Fernie in his tuned MG ZR160. The pair went head-to-head in a series of timed track challenges to see which MG would claim bragging rights. The atmosphere was electric, with the sound of engines echoing around the circuit and the smell of burning rubber in the air.

While the Cog MGB was waiting in the pits for its run, our team at Central Scanning stepped in. Using our advanced laser scanning technology, we captured every curve, contour, and detail of the car’s bodywork. The accuracy of this process is vital – Corgi relies on precise 3D data to produce faithful scale replicas. From the gleam of the chrome bumpers to the subtle lines of the bonnet, nothing was left to chance. This attention to detail ensures that when the miniature MGB reaches collectors’ shelves, it will be an exact replica of the real thing.

For us, this wasn’t just about scanning a car, it was about preserving a piece of automotive history in miniature form. Classic car enthusiasts and model collectors alike will soon be able to own a perfectly scaled version of Hammond’s MGB, safe in the knowledge that every detail was digitally captured with millimetre accuracy.

At Central Scanning, we’ve worked on everything from heritage vehicles to aerospace components, but projects like this show just how exciting and versatile 3D scanning can be. Whether it’s for restoration, manufacturing, or model-making, our technology ensures precision every time.

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