ISS plastic model kit

[cookie8]

I was given this as a gift.A very fine quality 1:144 scale plastic model kit of the ISS. Comprised of 320 parts once assembled will be 30" X 22" X 15". Surely will keep me out of trouble for at least several weeks. So far completed a few compartments including the JEM Lab. Still learning the names of different modules.:rofl::rofl:

[michaellxv]

That looks really good. Almost the right scale to go with my model trains. I'd only need to suspend it ~2Km above the track :lol::rofl::lol:

[iceman]

That's very good Vincent! Although can you subscribe to get 'upgrades' for each time they put a new module or set of solar panels on? :lol:

Do you know where it was bought from and how much?

[lacad01]

Another good time filler for those cloudy/wet nights ;)

[leon]

What a top idea, have fun on those less constructive nights under the stars.

Leon

[cookie8]

I believe it costs about US$160. The stand an extra $30
Check this out:
www.intermountain-railway.com (http://www.intermountain-railway.com)
Apparently a same scale model of the space shuttle from Revell does fit into its docking system.
Will keep posting progress images. Cheers

[peterl]

hi vincent,

looks like a great model.
Hope it comes together well.
This is a model of the ISS that I purchase at frontline Hobbies in
Newcastle about 3 to 4 years ago.
These are not available now from Frontline or Hobbico in Sydney..
The space shuttle was not correct but I incuded it as well.
Thanks for your info on Intermountain I will chase the correct shuttle part..

Peter Langdown
Peterl

[cookie8]

Hi Peterl
Yours looks fantastic.Even has astronauts space-walking!!! The Earth stand is cool also.

[peterl]

yes Vincent. this was all included in the kit.Made by Revell.

keep the photos coming as it is built.
must admit you need lots of spare time for these kits.:)

peterl

[Octane]

Does anyone make a high quality scale model of the Space Shuttle? All I ever find a dodgy ones. I would like an official model if available...

Regards,
Humayun

[peterl]

Hi Humayun,
I have also built a space shuttle. 1/72 scale - revell. looks good but the main mistake is that the area from the cockpit windows down to the nose is flat on this model . should be slightly curved like all the full sized craft. I purchased this model also from frontline hobbies in Newcastle.
you would have to contact them.
I have seen a few other brand kits, 1/72 scale floating around on the net for sale.
I am in the process of building a larger scale shuttle out of wood.I may use this to set up a mould to produce a few fibreglass shuttles somewhere down the track.1/72 scale is the biggest kit that you can buy.there are a few suppliers selling larger scales from the states but are already made up.. see SPACETOYS.COM for a start. :)

peter l

[cookie8]

Forward compartment attached to main truss & US lab. Most parts are a bit too tight which needs a fair bit of filing down. So far very enjoyable building.
Anyone knows what colour is the main radiator? It is white out of the box but I think it should be silver or something.....:screwy:

[peterl]

Hi Vincent,
to help with colors etc.this might be a start.

http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/station/structure/iss_assembly.html

peterl

[cookie8]

Truss and half the solar panels assembled as well as most of the main body. I have to use files and sand papers heavily because most parts are too big for a tight fit. Hardly used any cement. Very challenging project.

[peterl]

looking good ..:)

[cookie8]

ISS completed :) Well....just need some fine tuning and touching ups. Certainly a most challenging and fragile model to build.
Same scale Revell space shuttle on the way to dock with it.

[supernova1965]

Hey Vincent

Looking good,:D what are the dimensions it looks like it is a decent size

[cookie8]

74 x 55 x 20cm with solar panels flat. Thats without the stand. I have problem finding a permanent spot for display....:screwy:

[lacad01]

Great work Vincent :thumbsup: Yeah I imagine finding a permanent spot for it will be a challenge as well as keeping it dust free :)

[cookie8]

Same scale space shuttle also completed.Photos of both spacecrafts can be seen here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26678755@N07/sets/72157622946686767/detail/)

[wavelandscott]

Well done! It looks very nice...I believe that you must be a very patient person to accomplish that.