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Ford Thunderbird
 1956 
Revell
 1:18

The Revell Ford Thunderbird is a diecast metal model featuring removable top. Unfortunately, this model suffers from a scale deviation of 3.4%, which suggests a true scale of 1:17. Simplified and strong details like window frames in relief contribute to a model that can be used as a toy.


Codes and colors

M = Metallic
8817
(1992)

Model dimensions

Variation
Length
9.96 in / 253.0 mm
+2.2%
Width
3.96 in / 100.5 mm
+3.4%
Height
3.03 in / 77.0 mm
+6%
Wheelbase
5.71 in / 145.0 mm
+0.7%

Model details

Points
Proportions deviation
2.5
5
10
1:18 scale deviation
+3.4%
3
10
Body material
metal
8
8
Body quality
good
4
8
Mold lines
2
4
8
Opening parts gap
small
4
6

Body:

28
50
Fixed side glasses
4 / 4
10
10
Door glasses
0
4
Windshield frame
plastic, chromed
8
10
Black frit band
-
6
6
Door glasses frame
in relief, not painted
2
10
B-pillars
-
10
10

Glasses and frames:

36
50
Plastics quality
good
6
10
Instrument panel
detailed
6
10
Engine
detailed
4
8
Door locks
plastic, chromed
5
6
Blinkers
0
6
Labels
painted
4
6
Carpet
0
4

Small details:

25
50
Opening parts number
4 / 5
8
10
Roof up
4
4
Popup headlights
-
4
4
Door hinges
unrealistic
4
8
Door springs
0
6
Suspension springs
0
8
Steering
10
10

Movable parts:

30
50
200
119
Sum:
Pros
Cons
Removable roof
Suspension springs missing
 

Price history

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