Metal Earth Space Shuttle Launch 3D Metal Model Kit (Premium Series) builds into a Space Shuttle launch model in etched steel, with nameplates for Atlantis, Discovery, Endeavour and Enterprise so you can choose which orbiter it represents.
Why it is listed here
As a Premium Series kit it uses three sheets, more than the Voyager or Apollo Lunar Module kits, yet the maker still rates it moderate rather than challenging. The four included orbiter nameplates let you pick a specific shuttle, which adds a personal touch to the finished piece. At 6.7 in tall and in a stated 1:342 scale, it works as the centerpiece of a space-themed shelf.
What the build involves
Use tweezers, as the maker recommends, for bending and twisting the connection tabs, and needle-nose pliers for longer folds. Twist each tab once only, and work slowly on rounded parts so they keep an even curve. Decide on the nameplate before the final steps, then dust the model with a soft brush once it is on display.
Before you order
Parts, lighting components and packaging are set by the maker and can change between batches – check the current Amazon listing. My Cutebee is an independent comparison site and is not run by any kit brand; the purchase is completed on Amazon.
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