{"title":"X-Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003cstrong\u003eX-Scale aircraft model kits\u003c\/strong\u003e at Mega Hobby, with 1\/144 scale airliners, regional turboprops and specialized military aircraft. Build a classic passenger fleet around the HS-121 Trident and Douglas DC-8, add a Lufthansa Airbus A300 wide-body, or choose a maritime-patrol and electronic-warfare subject for a different aviation display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrowse the kits:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144003\"\u003eTrident 1C\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144006\"\u003eEC-24A\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144007\"\u003eP-3C Orion\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144009\"\u003eATR 42-300\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144010\"\u003eUnited DC-8-61\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144011\"\u003eLufthansa A300\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eX-Scale Airliner Model Kits in 1\/144 Scale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommercial aviation offers more variety than a single aircraft silhouette. A rear-engined Trident, a four-engine DC-8, a twin-engine A300 and an ATR regional turboprop each represent a different passenger-aircraft layout. Choosing them in the same scale makes the differences in fuselage proportions, wing position and engine arrangement visible across a display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe X-Scale airliner selection includes the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144010\"\u003eDouglas DC-8-61 in United Airlines markings\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144011\"\u003eAirbus A300B4-605R in Lufthansa colors\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144009\"\u003eATR 42-300 American Eagle\u003c\/a\u003e. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144003\"\u003eHawker Siddeley HS-121 Trident 1C\u003c\/a\u003e adds a British three-engine passenger jet to the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaritime Patrol and Electronic Warfare Aircraft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eX-Scale also offers subjects outside passenger service. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144007\"\u003eLockheed P-3C Orion\u003c\/a\u003e is a four-engine turboprop associated with anti-submarine and maritime-surveillance missions. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144006\"\u003eDouglas EC-24A\u003c\/a\u003e brings a specialized electronic-warfare aircraft to a military collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese subjects make it possible to organize a display around aircraft roles as well as airlines. A patrol aircraft, a special-mission jet and a passenger transport can be compared at a common scale, while their equipment, markings and operating histories give each subject its own identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlastic Kits with Decals and Painting Masks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer's listings for these six kits specify plastic parts, assembly instructions, decals and stencil masks. Parts and sprue counts vary by aircraft; the individual Mega Hobby product pages identify the relevant contents. Glue and paints are supplied separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the exact boxing before planning an airline scheme or military finish. Read the instruction and decal guide early, prepare enclosed areas before closing the fuselage, and dry-fit wings and engine assemblies before final gluing. Small antennas, landing gear and propeller parts can be easier to handle when their installation is planned around painting and decal application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild an Aircraft Collection with a Consistent Scale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 1\/144 scale, larger aircraft remain practical subjects for many display spaces. The aircraft's real dimensions still matter: a regional turboprop and a long passenger jet share a scale but occupy different amounts of shelf space. Use the individual model information and images when planning an airport scene or collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-aircraft\"\u003eModel Aircraft\u003c\/a\u003e, choose paints and finishing supplies from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003eMega Hobby Paint Store\u003c\/a\u003e, and find assembly equipment in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003eTools \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"xsm144003","title":"X-Scale 1\/144 Hawker Siddeley HS-121 Trident 1C Model Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a British three-engine airliner to your collection with the \u003cstrong\u003eX-Scale 1\/144 Hawker Siddeley HS-121 Trident 1C model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its rear-mounted engines and T-tail give it a distinctive profile alongside four-engine jets and later twin-engine airliners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1\/144 scale plastic aircraft model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHawker Siddeley HS-121 Trident 1C subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e91 plastic parts on six sprues\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecals included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStencil painting masks included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssembly instructions included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Aircraft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Trident 1C represents an early chapter in British jet-airliner design. For a model collection, its three-engine layout provides a useful comparison with the underwing-engine arrangement of the Douglas DC-8 and the twin-engine Airbus A300. Keeping the subjects in the same 1\/144 scale allows their proportions and configurations to be compared directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanning the Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan the fuselage finish and airline markings before final assembly. A smooth surface helps produce a consistent passenger-aircraft finish, particularly along the long fuselage and around window and door markings. Dry-fit the engine and tail assemblies and check their alignment from several angles before fixing them in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly and painting are required. Plastic cement, paints and modeling tools are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/x-scale\"\u003eX-Scale aircraft model kits\u003c\/a\u003e or compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144010\"\u003eDC-8-61 United Airlines Airliner\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144011\"\u003eA300B4-605R Lufthansa Airliner\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-aircraft\"\u003eModel Aircraft\u003c\/a\u003e, with finishing supplies in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003ePaint Store\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003eTools \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e X-Scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hawker Siddeley HS-121 Trident 1C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/144\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aircraft plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 144003\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e XSM144003\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParts:\u003c\/strong\u003e 91\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSprues:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Finishing Aids:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decals and stencil masks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly and Painting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"X-Scale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67961189662794,"sku":"XSM144003","price":46.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/megahobby-xsm144003-1.webp?v=1794456834"},{"product_id":"xsm144006","title":"X-Scale 1\/144 Douglas EC-24A Electronic Warfare Aircraft Model Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild a specialized military jet with the \u003cstrong\u003eX-Scale 1\/144 Douglas EC-24A electronic warfare aircraft model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. The subject combines the long fuselage and four-engine appearance of the DC-8 family with a different operational identity from the passenger-airliner releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1\/144 scale plastic aircraft model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDouglas EC-24A electronic warfare aircraft subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e165 plastic parts on 10 sprues\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecals included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStencil painting masks included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssembly instructions included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Aircraft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe U.S. Navy EC-24A was a specialized aircraft derived from the Douglas DC-8. Its electronic-warfare role makes it a distinctive companion to civil DC-8 models and maritime-patrol subjects, offering a different way to build a collection around transport-derived military aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanning the Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudy the instructions for the military configuration before assembling the airframe. Plan the fuselage painting and decal placement while access is clear, then handle smaller exterior parts during the finishing sequence recommended by the kit. Keep the long fuselage and wing alignment consistent throughout dry fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly and painting are required. Plastic cement, paints and modeling tools are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/x-scale\"\u003eX-Scale aircraft model kits\u003c\/a\u003e or compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144007\"\u003eP-3C Orion Maritime Patrol Aircraft\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144010\"\u003eDC-8-61 United Airlines Airliner\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-aircraft\"\u003eModel Aircraft\u003c\/a\u003e, with finishing supplies in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003ePaint Store\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003eTools \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e X-Scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Douglas EC-24A\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e U.S. Navy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/144\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electronic warfare aircraft plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 144006\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e XSM144006\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParts:\u003c\/strong\u003e 165\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSprues:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Finishing Aids:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decals and stencil masks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly and Painting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"X-Scale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67961189728330,"sku":"XSM144006","price":52.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/megahobby-xsm144006-1.webp?v=1794456835"},{"product_id":"xsm144007","title":"X-Scale 1\/144 Lockheed P-3C Orion Maritime Patrol Aircraft Model Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild a four-engine maritime-patrol turboprop with the \u003cstrong\u003eX-Scale 1\/144 Lockheed P-3C Orion model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Orion adds an anti-submarine and surveillance subject to a military aircraft collection, with its long fuselage, propeller engines and maritime mission giving it a different character from jet fighters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1\/144 scale plastic aircraft model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLockheed P-3C Orion maritime-patrol aircraft subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e158 plastic parts on six sprues\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecals included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStencil painting masks included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssembly instructions included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Aircraft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P-3C Orion is a maritime-patrol and anti-submarine aircraft. Its four turboprop engines and patrol-aircraft configuration make it recognizable in naval aviation displays. In 1\/144 scale, it can be displayed alongside larger transport and special-mission aircraft while keeping a consistent scale across the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanning the Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan the marking option and paint sequence before assembling small exterior components. Check propeller and landing-gear alignment as the main assemblies come together, and protect the smaller parts through handling and painting. Follow the instructions for the particular aircraft configuration you select.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly and painting are required. 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This airline-specific release brings a recognizable Douglas passenger-aircraft subject to a collection of classic commercial aviation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1\/144 scale plastic aircraft model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDouglas DC-8-61 United Airlines airliner subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e140 plastic parts on 11 sprues\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecals included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStencil painting masks included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssembly instructions included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Aircraft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DC-8-61 belongs to the stretched-fuselage side of the Douglas DC-8 family. Its length and four underwing engines distinguish it from shorter airliners and later wide-body twins. The United Airlines boxing offers a focused paint-and-marking project for builders interested in American airline fleets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanning the Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan the fuselage painting and long decal runs before attaching vulnerable smaller parts. Check fuselage seams and wing alignment during dry fitting, then test the positioning of the airline markings against the instruction guide. A consistent surface finish helps the long body and engine nacelles read cleanly in this compact scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly and painting are required. Plastic cement, paints and modeling tools are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/x-scale\"\u003eX-Scale aircraft model kits\u003c\/a\u003e or compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144003\"\u003eHS-121 Trident 1C Airliner\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144011\"\u003eA300B4-605R Lufthansa Airliner\u003c\/a\u003e. 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The broad fuselage and two underwing engines provide a different passenger-aircraft profile from the narrow-body DC-8 and rear-engined Trident subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1\/144 scale plastic aircraft model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAirbus A300B4-605R Lufthansa airliner subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e139 plastic parts on 11 sprues\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecals included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStencil painting masks included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssembly instructions included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Aircraft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A300B4-605R gives a commercial-aircraft collection an Airbus wide-body subject in Lufthansa colors. Built in the same 1\/144 scale as the other X-Scale airliners, it allows the size and layout of a twin-engine wide-body to be compared with four-engine and three-engine passenger jets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanning the Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan the Lufthansa finish and decal sequence before assembling exterior details that could obstruct handling. Check the fuselage surface and wing-to-body alignment before primer, and dry-fit the engine assemblies before committing to their final positions. Follow the instruction guide for paint boundaries and marking placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly and painting are required. Plastic cement, paints and modeling tools are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/x-scale\"\u003eX-Scale aircraft model kits\u003c\/a\u003e or compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144010\"\u003eDC-8-61 United Airlines Airliner\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xsm144009\"\u003eATR 42-300 American Eagle Airliner\u003c\/a\u003e. 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