![]() And despite the rickety nature of parts of the build, we did feel a sense of accomplishment as we added the modules one by one, such as the Columbus lab module, and Kibo, the Japanese module. It’s got a sense of scale – if we step back and squint at it, we can almost imagine that it’s the real thing. ![]() However, we found that once these are added they increase the size of the model dramatically, and they are held in place securely by Technic pins that allow them to tilt to face in the direction of the Sun. There’s also some neat gold antennas and silver-chromed dishes that will be of interest to the dedicated Lego builder looking for interesting pieces.Ĭompleting the build are the eight solar panel arrays, which are simple but repetitive builds. There are also the many printed solar arrays on dark blue tiles, some of which affix to the station’s solar panels, others clip onto the various capsule mini-builds. There are docking latches printed on circular 2x2 tiles, and tiny airlocks printed on 1x1 circular tiles. Printed pieces are one of the highlights of the set. Adding the modules does leave the model back heavy, which further adds to the risk of it toppling off the stand. The instructions suggest that this stage is best attempted when the truss is attached to the stand, although the station only lightly clasps to the stand by two studs on either side, leaving it prone to easily being dislodged. Gee, I wasn't expecting a box that big! (8x37x58 cm).Things became more interesting with the attachment of the various modules, which are essentially built by skewering them with a Technic rod. Retailers (such as Toys Я Us) will not be stocking this set. The Space Shuttle Adventure set is a LEGO Exclusive, which means it is only available through LEGO's own stores, catalog and website. I thought any toy stores would have them out today as the LEGO website said. I went to Toys "R" Us today to see they had it on sale but didn't. (The site also has a photo of the packaging and a 360 degree "spin" around the model.) I'm always amazed what LEGO engineers/designers can come up with by using pre-made bricks.ĭoes anyone know what date in June will the Lego Shuttle Adventure will be out?! Curious that there are no NASA decals, though. I always dreamed of such detailed LEGO models in my childhood. Just need to get some decals for it to make it complete. Now I have and excuse to buy this one when it comes out. WOW! That is by far the best shuttle they have put out. 2003 - International Space Station (7467).Shuttle Adventure stands 17.5" (44 cm) tall and measures 10" (25.5 cm) from wing tip to wing tip! This is LEGO's ninth space shuttle-theme set.Open the cargo compartment to reveal the crane that can hold the satellite!.Deploy the satellite with unfolding antenna and solar cell panels!.Separate the detachable fuel tank and booster rockets!.Features realistic engines, retractable landing gear, opening cockpit with seats for two astronauts and even a ground maintenance vehicle!.Includes three minifigures: one male and one female astronaut as well as one service crew member!.Includes three minifigures: one male and one female astronaut, as well as one service crew member. Shuttle model features realistic engines, retractable landing gear, an opening cockpit with seats for two astronauts, opening cargo compartment with a crane that can hold the satellite and a ground maintenance vehicle. Standing 17.5" (44 cm) tall and 10" (25.5 cm) from wing tip to wing tip, this detailed and realistic space shuttle is ready to count down and blast off on its next exciting mission into space! You can take off from the launch pad, separate the detachable fuel tank and booster rockets, and deploy the satellite with unfolding antenna and solar cell panels. Just in the time for the end of NASA's space shuttle program, LEGO is releasing a new space shuttle set in June 2010. Topic: LEGO: NASA space shuttle sets (1990-2010) Profile | register | preferences | faq | search LEGO: NASA space shuttle sets (1990-2010) LEGO: NASA space shuttle sets (1990-2010) - collectSPACE: Messages
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