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Unassembled steel sheets for Ford Trimotor aircraft model in white and red with display stand

Metal Earth

Metal Earth Ford Trimotor Transport Aircraft White Red Moderate Difficulty hobby collectible

SKU CH-C7E1-1N125

A 61-part steel kit builds a 7.6-inch Ford Trimotor with display stand, moderate difficulty, no glue needed

  • Product typeMilitary vehicle
  • Suitable forUnisex
  • Age groupAdult
  • True-to-scale detail with 61 precision steel parts
  • Moderate difficulty build needs no glue or paint
  • Display stand included for finished 7.6 x 5.1 x 2.1 inch model
  • Officially licensed Ford Trimotor replica from 1920s aviation history
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Ford Trimotor model kit

This Metal Earth kit builds a steel replica of the Ford Trimotor Transport Aircraft in white and red. It is designed for adult hobbyists and collectors who enjoy assembling detailed scale models. The moderate difficulty level suits builders with some experience using tweezers or similar tools. No glue or paint is required to complete the model.

Display model thermals noise power

As a static steel display piece, the assembled model produces no heat, noise or power draw. It requires no electricity, batteries or cooling of any kind. The finished aircraft sits on its included stand without generating any operational sound or thermal output. Normal use is limited to occasional dusting or repositioning.

61-part moderate difficulty assembly

The kit contains 61 precision-cut steel parts that fold and tab together without adhesive. Moderate difficulty means builders should be comfortable manipulating small components with tweezers for best results. The model features a detailed exterior with no openings and measures approximately 7.6 by 5.1 by 2.1 inches when assembled.

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Price $14.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameMetal Earth
Product typeMilitary vehicle
More details
Suitable forUnisex
Age groupAdult

Questions about this item

How do I assemble the 61 parts of this Ford Trimotor model without glue, and what step causes the most trouble?

No glue or paint is required; parts fold and tab together. The step most people get wrong is bending the corrugated-metal wing and fuselage panels to the correct curve before locking the tabs, so use tweezers and work slowly.

Will any part of this steel kit need replacement or maintenance after it is built?

The model is a static display piece with no moving components, so no parts wear out. Occasional dusting of the assembled aircraft and its included stand is the only upkeep needed.

What is the first limit I will hit if I keep handling or moving the finished 7.6-inch model?

The thin steel tabs that hold the 61 pieces together can fatigue if the model is flexed repeatedly; treat it as a display item rather than a toy to avoid bending the corrugated panels.

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