This is a Revell reissue of the Renwal
kit from the late 1950s (Picture 1).
The kit actually contains three sub-kits (Teracruzer, transporter-erector-launcher [not a trailer], and missile).
I purchased this kit because it is a unique subject, fits into my USAF collection, the original Renwal is too expensive in the secondary market, and it’s just plain cool looking.
The kit actually contains three sub-kits (Teracruzer, transporter-erector-launcher [not a trailer], and missile).
I purchased this kit because it is a unique subject, fits into my USAF collection, the original Renwal is too expensive in the secondary market, and it’s just plain cool looking.
However, I must say I am not
enjoying this build. Every piece is covered with flashing and
ejector pin marks. Raised mold
demarcation lines are clearly visible as well.
Also, most parts do not fit together well. Not to mention the plastic is very soft. Which means parts break very easily when
removing from the sprue (guess how I know).
It also means you must be careful to not take off too much material when
sanding (guess how I also know this).
Assembly has been on-going for a
while and the missile along with its transporter-erector-launcher (TEL) are
almost ready for priming (Pictures 2 & 6).
Pictures 6, 7, and 8 highlight what I’ve already mentioned about filling
and sanding. Pictures 3, 4, and 5
illustrate the only cleverness in the kit.
Each of the four outriggers is keyed because there are two long and two
short and all four have attachment points that must face inward or outward to
meet other parts. Picture 9 is the
beginning of construction on the Teracruzer.
I’m not looking forward to it.
Can you guess? More filling and
sanding.
My assessment is the kit would be
a quick and easy build if it didn’t require a lot of filling and sanding . The only reason I haven’t sold it is because
I know it will be an awesome piece when complete. Provided the world hasn’t run out of putty
filler. I used a half a tube to finish
half the kit. Get this kit if you really
want a cool piece in your collection.
Avoid it if you dislike sanding.
