Atlantis Models Convair Shuttlecraft Spaceship 1:150 Scale Plastic Model Kit

Build a vision of early spaceflight with the Atlantis Models Convair Shuttlecraft—a vintage 1959 spacecraft concept designed before satellites ever reached Earth’s orbit.

This 1:150 scale plastic model kit reissues the original Convair Shuttle Craft, a historic mid‑century aerospace design created by famed Convair engineer Krafft Ehricke. With 40 parts, waterslide decals, and a finished height of approximately 12 inches, this retro sci-fi spacecraft captures the excitement and optimism of the early space age. Perfect for collectors of classic American sci‑fi, vintage model kits, and mid‑century aerospace designs.

Why This Kit?
Ideal for fans of 1950s science fiction, vintage Revell-style space kits, and aerospace history. The Convair Shuttlecraft is a true collector’s piece—a realistic spacecraft concept imagined at the dawn of the Space Age and preserved today as a nostalgic Atlantis Models reissue.

Features

• Scale: 1:150
• Material: Plastic
• Category: Retro Sci‑Fi / Spacecraft
• Identifier: Convair Shuttlecraft (1959 Concept Vehicle)
• Skill Level: 2
• Decals Included: Yes (waterslide sheet)
• Parts Count: 40
• Assembly Required: Yes (glue and paint not included)
• Figures Included: No
• Product Dimensions: Approx. 12.0″ H
• Package Dimensions: 8.0” W x 15.5” H x 2.2” D
• Recommended Age: 12+
• Made in USA: Yes

A classic reissue kit ideal for display, dioramas, or nostalgic shelf builds—designed for hobbyists who value vintage style and subject matter.

In 1959, before the launch of the first satellite, Convair engineer Krafft Ehricke envisioned this multi‑stage Shuttle Craft as a futuristic solution for orbiting personnel and supplies. Ehricke, a German‑born rocket scientist who later became a leading figure in American missile and space research, designed a towering 130‑foot concept vehicle capable of reaching orbit, transferring crew to a satellite, and returning to Earth as a gliding re‑entry craft. The Shuttle Craft featured three stages: a liquid-fueled booster, a high-altitude second stage, and a winged third stage carrying a pilot and four passengers. Designed for satellite servicing years before such missions were even possible, it embodies mid-century scientific imagination at its finest.

Atlantis Models brings this historic concept to life using vintage-style tooling and classic artwork inspired by the original 1950s release. Modelers will enjoy the kit’s retro engineering approach, sleek sci‑fi profile, and impressive height once assembled. Whether built straight from the box or detailed with modern techniques, the Convair Shuttlecraft is a standout centerpiece for sci‑fi collectors, spaceflight enthusiasts, and fans of vintage plastic kits. Limited run—these Atlantis space kits often sell out quickly.