With the legendary Super Constellation the era of piston-engined aircraft both reached its peak and came to an end. In 1950, in order to keep up with growing numbers of passengers, Lockheed extended the fuselage of the L-749. TWA was one of their first customers. The most successful version was the L.1049G with total sales of 99. On 19.4.1955, the first 'Super Connie' was delivered to Lufthansa. It could carry 77 passengers and had a cruising speed of 450 km-h. Model-details: New mould Surface details with recessed panel lines Cockpit with seats and instrument panel Detailed engine cowling Imitation radial engines Movable propeller The short or the long nose segment can be fitted Detailed landing gear Optional tip tanks Antennae and pitot tube Decals for one TWA and one Lufthansa version. Kit includes paints, brush and glue
Super Constellation
With the legendary Super Constellation the era of piston-engined aircraft both reached its peak and came to an end. In 1950, in order to keep up with growing numbers of passengers, Lockheed extended the fuselage of the L-749. TWA was one of their first customers. The most successful version was the L.1049G with total sales of 99. On 19.4.1955, the first 'Super Connie' was delivered to Lufthansa. It could carry 77 passengers and had a cruising speed of 450 km-h. Model-details: New mould Surface details with recessed panel lines Cockpit with seats and instrument panel Detailed engine cowling Imitation radial engines Movable propeller The short or the long nose segment can be fitted Detailed landing gear Optional tip tanks Antennae and pitot tube Decals for one TWA and one Lufthansa version. Kit includes paints, brush and glue
