Plastic space shuttle kit.
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In 1972, NASA was tasked with developing a vehicle capable of carrying cargo into space and orbiting the Earth. The result was a spacecraft 37 meters long and with a wingspan of 24 meters.
During launch, the shuttle had to use two auxiliary rocket engines, which were jettisoned at some point in the flight. After completing the mission, it entered the Earth's atmosphere and glided to a landing. The number of crew members on board could vary, most often it was seven people including the pilot-commander.
The shuttle could stay in orbit for 4 weeks. The shuttle had a cargo bay for satellites and various experimental equipment. On April 12, 1981, the first successful launch of the space shuttle Columbia took place.
Further launches followed in the 1980s with sister shuttles Challenger, Discovery, Atlantis, and Endeavour. Each of these spacecraft carried a laboratory on board where scientific experiments could be conducted.
Kit characteristics:
- The kit includes 10 basic Humbrol Acrylic paints (5 ml), 2 plastic model adhesives and 2 brushes.
Model specifications:
- scale: 1:144,
- length: 393 mm,
- width: 165 mm,
- number of parts: 99,
- number of decal versions: 7,
- difficulty: 3.
Need to purchase:
Humbrol Acrylic Model Paint (5 ml)
Instructions for use: Water-based acrylic paint. Mix the paint well before use. Apply with a brush directly from the can. When using an airbrush, dilute with a suitable thinner, you can also use water. Two thin layers are better than one thick one. The usual dilution ratio is 2:1 in favor of the paint. Non-flammable base, dries quickly (1-2 hours until completely dry), a little longer in the case of glossy and metallic paints. Using an unsuitable thinner can ruin the paint! Rinse the brush and tools with water immediately after use. Close the container tightly after use. After opening, use as soon as possible, the paint dries with air access. Protect from frost. Contains preservatives 5 Chloro-2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one, 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one (3:1), 2-phenoxyethanol.
Warning: Keep out of reach of children. Dispose of this material and its packaging at a collection point for special or hazardous waste. Caution! Not suitable for children under 8 years. Children may only use the product under adult supervision.
Poly Cement liquid plastic adhesive (5 ml)
Solvent-based adhesive suitable exclusively for bonding plastic models. Directions for use: Use on common plastics used in model making including polystyrene and ABS. Press the surfaces to be bonded together with gentle pressure until they hold. The bond dries in 10-20 minutes, fully cures in 1 hour. Read and retain.
Warning! Flammable liquid and vapors. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid breathing vapors. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Caution! Not suitable for children under 8 years. Children may only use the product under adult supervision.
