This unassembled plastic model kit including models of three American spacecraft was built and sold by Revell, Inc. The models inside include a one-person Mercury spacecraft, a two-person Gemini spacecraft, and the three-person Apollo command and service module. The box art appealed to prospective consumers with accurate photographs of each of the spacecraft. Notably, the Mercury spacecraft includes the launch escape tower and the Gemini and Apollo spacecraft each include the service modules. This model was found in the collection.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
MODELS-Crewed Spacecraft & Parts
Manufacturer
Revell, Inc.
Dimensions
Overall: 7.62 x 21.59 x 53.34cm (3in. x 8 1/2in. x 1ft 9in.)
Materials
Box, original, cardboard, wrapped in plastic; model pieces, plastic; instructions and decals, paper.
Inventory Number
A19840937000
Credit Line
Donor unknown
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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