Airfix Saturn V Gift Set (1/144) A50201
The Saturn V rocket remains one of the most iconic and ambitious technological achievements in human history. Developed by NASA to support the Apollo programme, this towering super heavy-lift launch vehicle was designed to carry astronauts beyond Earth’s orbit and onto the Moon—marking a defining moment in space exploration. When it made its first test flight in November 1967, it was the most powerful machine ever launched by mankind.
Standing over 110 metres tall, the Saturn V delivered over 7.5 million pounds of thrust at launch. Its three-stage configuration was a marvel of engineering, enabling a precise sequence of events that propelled astronauts into lunar orbit. Everything about the rocket was monumental—from the thunderous ignition to the elegant rise through Earth’s atmosphere. It played a central role in the success of the Apollo missions, culminating in the historic Apollo 11 Moon landing in 1969.
This 1/144 scale Airfix gift set allows modellers to recreate the Saturn V in intricate detail. Complete with paints, decals, and glue, it’s an ideal choice for enthusiasts of space history and model engineering.
- 1/144 scale plastic model kit
- Includes detailed Saturn V rocket with stage separations
- Gift set includes paints, decals and glue
- Perfect for space and Apollo programme enthusiasts
Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
History:
The Saturn V rocket was the backbone of NASA’s Apollo and later Skylab missions, enabling mankind’s first journey to another celestial body. Designed under the leadership of Wernher von Braun, it flew 13 times between 1967 and 1973 with a flawless record of no mission-critical failures.
