Customer Reviews

Model Power Air France Caravelle 1/250

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OK, let me start with the fact that I am a fan of Model Power toys, some of which are sold under the IXO and DelPrado names as well. If you do your price-comparison homework, you will find most of these airplanes are in the $10 - $15 range, which is very reasonable, considering other firms charge over $20 for their airliner models.

What you get is a 1/250 scale model of a Sud-Aviation in classic 1960s Air France markings. At about 5 inches in length, she is a small bird. This has advantages and disadvantages. The small size makes for a nice model that takes up little space. Gear is lowered, allowing for display "on the ground." The main disadvantage is that a scale such as 1/200 would be more in line with other commercial airplane models on the market (but would have to sell for far more than the asking price here). In addition, on the plus side, Model Power's policy of making models that "fit the box" helps ensure the prices for these little treasures are consistent and do not vary too much according to aircraft type; on the minus side, this policy is something of an anachronism in this day and age; its scale may not be compatable with other Model Power offerings. Nothing is perfect in the real world - or fantasy world, either.

Most important, does the model accurately depict its subject? You bet! My two complaints are minor: the elevators are made of plastic (though that is a weakness of some airplane miniatures costing far more, as well). Otherwise, the detailing is truly impressive, both in the shape of the model and the detailed painting. As with much costlier replicas, no decals are used - everything is painted on! This little guy does full justice to the beauty and grace of the original aircraft, and I would not hesitate to recommend it to any collector (I say "collector," as the plane, though sturdy, is defintely not a toy to be played with).