The Hasegawa 1:200 Space Shuttle with Boosters model kit set is a plastic model kit for self-assembly and painting, allowing you to build a miniature of the iconic space shuttle in 1/200 scale, complete with its booster rockets and external fuel tank.
The primary purpose of this product is to create a static replica of the spacecraft, making it ideal for modelers, space enthusiasts, and model collectors. The kit allows for an accurate reproduction of the space shuttle in its launch configuration, showcasing its distinctive shape and details related to components such as the SRB (Solid Rocket Booster) rockets and the main fuel tank.
Key Features and Model Construction:
1/200 Scale: Ensures a precise reproduction of the shuttle's proportions, while also allowing for manageable display space.
Material: All main model components are made from high-quality plastic, guaranteeing ease of processing and durability once assembled.
Detailing: The model includes characteristic external details of the shuttle and its launch support systems.
Kit Contents: Hasegawa 1:200 Space Shuttle
Inside the box, you will find all necessary components for building the model:
Plastic sprues containing parts for the shuttle model, booster rockets, and external fuel tank.
A detailed assembly guide that step-by-step illustrates the model assembly process. The instruction manual also includes suggested painting schemes.
A decal sheet, allowing for the application of authentic markings and graphic details to the model's surface after painting.
Assembly Process and Required Materials:
Assembling the model requires precision and the application of basic modeling techniques. The plastic parts should be cut from the sprues, carefully fitted, and then glued according to the included assembly guide. It's important to paint some parts before their final assembly to ensure access to hard-to-reach surfaces. After completing the gluing and painting stages, the included decals should be applied to the model, which significantly enhance the replica's realism.
The kit DOES NOT include paints or glue. For proper assembly and finishing of the model, the following tools and materials are required, compatible with plastic model kits:
Modeling nippers for precise cutting of parts from the sprues.
Hobby knife for trimming small parts and removing flash.
Modeling file or fine-grit sandpaper for smoothing surfaces.
Plastic cement (e.g., polystyrene cement).
Model brushes or an airbrush for paint application.
Model paints in appropriate colors.
Suggested Model Paint Colors (Approximate Shades):
To achieve an authentic appearance for the space shuttle, it is recommended to use paints in the following shades:
White (for the main surfaces of the shuttle and the external tank insulation)
Black (for thermally protected elements, such as the shuttle's underside and wing leading edges)
Light Gray or Gray (for structural details and some engine components)
Silver or Aluminum (for engine nozzles and other metallic details)
If you have questions regarding the selection of appropriate paints or other modeling accessories, we are here to assist you in choosing products compatible with this kit.
