Standing over 15 stories tall on the launchpad, the Space Shuttle stack was a true marvel of modern engineering. Powered by its iconic orange external tank and flanked by two massive solid rocket boosters, the shuttle had the raw thrust required to escape Earth’s gravity and establish a permanent human presence in low Earth orbit.
To achieve orbital velocity, those two solid rocket boosters burned a staggering 9 tons of fuel per second! Now, you can recreate the magic of the STS era right on your desk with this incredibly detailed Metal Earth 3D Model Kit.
Customize your orbiter with the included historic shuttle nameplates: Atlantis, Discovery, Endeavour, and Enterprise.
Model Specifications:
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Number of Sheets: 3 Sheets
Assembled Size: 4.13" L x 3.54" W x 6.7" H (10.5 x 9.0 x 17.0 cm)
"Growing up, the Space Shuttle was the ultimate symbol of space exploration. I'll never forget the rumble of those twin solid rocket boosters shaking the ground on the big IMAX screen at Kennedy Space Center. What I really love about this Metal Earth kit is that it features the full launch stack—external tank, boosters, and orbiter—which gives it such a commanding vertical presence on a bookshelf or desk. Plus, they include the different nameplates so you can dedicate the build to your favorite orbiter. It’s a very rewarding weekend build for any space history buff!"
