Beyond The Sprues
General Category => Market Place => New Model Kit News/Reviews => Topic started by: Jeffry Fontaine on September 26, 2012, 05:35:20 AM
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While most of their product line is beyond my scope of interest this latest release from Moebius Models (http://www.moebiusmodels.com/) did get my attention.
(http://moebiusmodels.com/images/skipjackBoxArt.jpg) (http://moebiusmodels.com/skipJack.php)
(Image source: Moebius Models (http://www.moebiusmodels.com/))
Click on image to see product announcement.
A 1/72nd scale model of the USS Skipjack (SSN-585) class nuclear powered attack submarine (kit number 1400). (http://moebiusmodels.com/skipJack.php)
The kit is now available for consumption from Squadron: 1:72 Moebius Models USS Skipjack - MW01400 (http://www.squadron.com/product-p/mw01400.htm)
As a 1/72nd scale kit this model is large enough for building as a remote radio control model or in Brian (da Basher)'s case one very large airship :)
Wikipedia - USS Skipjack (SSN-585) (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Skipjack_%28SSN-585%29)
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Thatz right Jeff.
Going with Brian's school of upsidedown subs.
Looks good as blimp for that 1/72 diorama I dream of building some day or year.
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As a 1/72nd scale kit this model is large enough for building as a remote radio control model or in Brian (da Basher)'s case one very large airship :)
The first thing I thought of when I saw this model was an airship. I blame Brian for that! :P
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Ditto! Brian, you have a lot to answer for! C:-)
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Drool
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Drool
Concur! I'll be saving up for one of these!
Thanks for the tip, Mr Fontaine!
Brian da Basher
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Cheapest price found so far for this kit is at StarShip Modeler - Moebius 1/72 USS Skipjack (MOE-1400) (http://starshipmodeler.biz/shop/index.cfm?fuseaction=Product.display&product_id=2525) - two kits available - 20121003
The kit is also available at a reduced from the suggested retail price at the following on-line sales concessions:
Sprue Brothers - Moebius USS Skipjack (MOB01400) (http://store.spruebrothers.com/product_p/mob01400-os.htm)
Mega Hobby - Moebius USS Skipjack (MOB01400) (http://www.megahobby.com/172ussskipjacksubmarine.aspx)
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Moebius Models' 1/32 Cylon Raider Battlestar Galactica Build and Review by Michael Benolkin (http://www.cybermodeler.com/hobby/builds/moe/build_moe_0941.shtml)
(http://www.cybermodeler.com/hobby/builds/moe/images/moe_0941_titletn.jpg) (http://www.cybermodeler.com/hobby/builds/moe/build_moe_0941.shtml)
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Moebius Models The Dragonfly - Jonny Quest Kit First Look by Michael Benolkin (http://www.cybermodeler.com/hobby/kits/moe/kit_moe_0946.shtml)
(http://www.cybermodeler.com/hobby/kits/moe/images/moe_0946_title.jpg)
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The Skipjack would look good as a blimp as it has a distinct teardrop shape.
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1/72 version of the Interstellar Ranger (http://www.monstersinmotion.com/cart/spaceships-vehicles-item-listj-c-13_192/interstellar-2014-ranger-spacecraft-1-72-scale-model-kit-moebius-p-19779) SSO Survey Craft
(http://www.monstersinmotion.com/cart/images/81MB05_Interstellar-Model-kit.jpg)
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Interview with the head honcho of Moebius: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSl_Xpncujc&feature=em-uploademail (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSl_Xpncujc&feature=em-uploademail)
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Nicely detailed 1/32 Fantastic Voyage Proteus coming:
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpl1/t31.0-8/12237990_1082149998491969_6814096762505258327_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/t31.0-8/12248036_1082149995158636_170766343734310596_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xla1/t31.0-8/12244762_1082149961825306_3590944745624069515_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlp1/t31.0-8/12194843_1082149955158640_1204701509292918290_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t31.0-8/12248118_1082149948491974_4997123674325844609_o.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xta1/t31.0-8/12232893_1082149915158644_1980600160089677941_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/t31.0-8/12244610_1082149908491978_1291426291688806658_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/t31.0-8/12238462_1082149905158645_5357084121207526307_o.jpg)
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Nice. But I didn't see Cora Peterson in her wet suit. 8)
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That's an entirely different model...but just for you:
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/ca/9e/0e/ca9e0eab36a80257e259f54be70eeab0.jpg)
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I'm thinking that with the addition of a couple of engine nacelles, the Proteus could become a snazzy little Star Trek run about...
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There is a 1/8 scale model from Monsters In Motion (http://www.monstersinmotion.com/cart/sci-fi-as-in-science-fiction-item-listj-c-9_186/fantastic-cora-female-figure-resin-model-kit-p-8797):
(http://www.monstersinmotion.com/cart/images/ff/corafigure01.gif)
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1/144 XD1 Discovery on its way:
(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1819/9929493/24756115/413255808.jpg)(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1819/9929493/24756115/413255807.jpg)(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1819/9929493/24756115/413256146.jpg)
(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1819/9929493/24756115/413256147.jpg)(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1819/9929493/24756115/413256148.jpg)
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to paraphrase Holy Grail
I already got one...
(http://www.modelblokez.org.au/bthpix/SSM/discovery/discovery5.jpg)
This is the rather spectactular Stargazer Models 1/144 resin kit.. no doubt the Moebius may be more cost effective.
Either way it is an impressive ship
so while I have the brag book open, this is some extra work I put in to light up the pod bay and a pod
(http://www.modelblokez.org.au/bthpix/SSM/discovery/discovery1.jpg)
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WOW!!! Nice build!! I read up on some of the reviews and I am curious as to what you used to build the internal spine for the spine?
Did you also build the 1/144 Aries 1-B and Orion Spaceplane?
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I am tempted to do this alternate version:
(http://orig02.deviantart.net/bff0/f/2014/365/6/6/schematic_by_william_black-d8c1udl.png)
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-w4A-2592qNA/UwiIsnUj8EI/AAAAAAAAHV8/HeKHpwspw1s/s1600/OrionDiscovery.jpg)
The leftover parts would also find definite uses.
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WOW!!! Nice build!! I read up on some of the reviews and I am curious as to what you used to build the internal spine for the spine?
Did you also build the 1/144 Aries 1-B and Orion Spaceplane?
To sort of hijack this whats new thread a bit, I used brass tube for the spine, but the model on the "stand" is supported at the Crew module and the propulsion unit, so really there is no real engineering genius.
As to the last bit.. yes and yes.. both fantastic, but Stargazer himself is a good friend of mine and I did get both kits at a "mates rates" price, however the research that has gone into each and the quality of the kits is excellent. I will post up some pix of my 2001 stuff each in the appropriate forum
And I do like the alternative option GTX posted as well
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(https://starshipmodeler.biz/shop/images/products/MOEBIUS/MOE-975_00.jpg)
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Would cooling fins work in outer space?
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Would cooling fins work in outer space?
Well, as large radiators they would. Look at the thermal control system radiators on the ISS (I'm intimately familiar with the external thermal control systems on it).
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1/144 2001 A Space Odyssey -Space Clipper Orion Ship Model Kit.
Says it is a new tool.
(https://cdn2.bigcommerce.com/n-biq04i/tsczna/products/599/images/5442/Space_Clipper_Moebius_2001__99088.1506868010.1280.1280.jpg?c=2)
(https://cdn2.bigcommerce.com/n-biq04i/tsczna/products/599/images/1062/Orion_049__99029.1394591118.1280.1280.jpg?c=2)
(https://cdn2.bigcommerce.com/n-biq04i/tsczna/products/599/images/1061/acreation_in_place1__05655.1394591096.1280.1280.jpg?c=2)
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Interesting to build as 1/72
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So very tempted to build on air-launched first stage as described in Clarke's novel. Base the first stage on some of the British hypersonic research aircraft proposals.
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New from Moebius/Model King in 1/25th:
1965 AF/X Plymouth Satellite "Golden Commandos" Altered Wheelbase Drag Race Car
https://www.modelroundup.com/1965-Golden-Commandos-Altered-Wheelbase-p/moe-1237.htm (https://www.modelroundup.com/1965-Golden-Commandos-Altered-Wheelbase-p/moe-1237.htm)
(https://www.modelroundup.com/v/vspfiles/photos/MOE-1237-2.jpg)
(https://www.modelroundup.com/v/vspfiles/photos/MOE-1237-4.jpg)
(https://www.modelroundup.com/v/vspfiles/photos/MOE-1237-3.jpg)
(https://www.modelroundup.com/v/vspfiles/photos/MOE-1237-5.jpg)
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Discovery XD-1. 1/350
(https://d26qn1y84zs32g.cloudfront.net/pics/MMK2001-8_1.jpg?t=1597484580)
(https://d26qn1y84zs32g.cloudfront.net/pics/MMK2001-8.jpg?t=1597484580)
• As seen in Stanley Kubrick’s science fiction masterpiece, 2001: A Space Odyssey
• Highly detailed styrene model is based on meticulous research
• Over 200 precision tooled styrene parts with superior fit and crisp, accurate detailing
• Completed kit is 17" long
• All-new tooling
• Features hidden metal support rod for stability
• Display stands
https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/MMK2001-8 (https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/MMK2001-8)
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List is $59.99 USD, preorder here for $53.99.
https://www.culttvmanshop.com/PREORDER-2001-Discovery--1350-scale-from-Moebius-Models--5399-PREORDER-RESERVATION_p_5045.html (https://www.culttvmanshop.com/PREORDER-2001-Discovery--1350-scale-from-Moebius-Models--5399-PREORDER-RESERVATION_p_5045.html)
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Hopefully part AE-35 won't be faulty.
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Will SEA camo be toooo much out of place ?
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Not if you mean South Europa Anomaly, where plumes of water have been detected (https://www.planetary.org/articles/1212-fletcher-the-plumes-of-europa). Probably monolith generated.
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Space Clipper Orion just listed as a future release at Hannants for $333 CDN / $260 USD / £192
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They're supposed to come out with a 1/350 Orion Clipper as well.
If anyone has the 1/350 Discovery XD-1 kit, open it and check for PE and the metal rods used in the spine and base. Many kits were shipped with those parts missing.
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They're supposed to come out with a 1/350 Orion Clipper as well.
If anyone has the 1/350 Discovery XD-1 kit, open it and check for PE and the metal rods used in the spine and base. Many kits were shipped with those parts missing.
Yes. It is there.
The 1/350 is listed @ $34 USD.
The 1/350 Aries 1B - Lunar Carrier Vehicle is listed @ $362 USD.