In a move that will excite Star Trek enthusiasts worldwide, TOMY International has announced a crowd-funding campaign for a meticulously crafted 1:350 scale model of the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 from Star Trek: The Motion Picture. The pre-order window for this highly anticipated collectible opens on August 1, 2024, and runs through September 12, 2024, offering fans a unique opportunity to own what TOMY claims will be the definitive version of the iconic starship.
This large-scale model, measuring an impressive 34.29′ x 16.00′ x 11.15′ and weighing 20 pounds, is set to become the crown jewel of any Star Trek collection. Bill Walters, Senior Vice President at TOMY International, emphasized the model’s significance, stating, ‘This TOMY Plus crowd-funded U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 will be the centerpiece of any avid Star Trek fan’s collection.’ To showcase the offering to the devoted fanbase, TOMY will be attending the Las Vegas Star Trek Convention, coinciding with the launch of the pre-sale.
What sets this model apart is the unprecedented level of accuracy and attention to detail. TOMY International has collaborated with noted Star Trek experts, including Gary Kerr, to ensure the replica is as true to the original motion picture studio model as possible. Kerr praised the model’s authenticity, saying, ‘As far as I’m concerned, this is the most accurate model of the Motion Picture Enterprise that has yet been produced, as its design incorporates reference materials not available previously.’
One of the most exciting features of this replica is the use of color-changing interference paints, mirroring the technique used on the original studio model. This attention to detail extends to the model’s construction, which includes a die-cast saucer, main body, and neck of the Enterprise. The model also boasts viewable detailed interiors of the hangar deck, officers’ lounge, and arboretum, matching the aesthetics of the first motion picture.
Fans will be delighted by the model’s lighting features, which include three different modes: start, warp, and impulse/cruise. These modes illuminate various parts of the ship, including the Nav Deflector, Impulse Drive, Nacelles, Phaser Banks, and Photon Torpedo Launchers, bringing the Enterprise to life in spectacular fashion.
The package also includes a 5.6′ long SURAK Shuttlecraft with Warp Sled and a display stand, adding further value to this premium collectible. The Enterprise itself comes with a display base featuring a Type-C USB power port, eliminating the need for batteries.
Priced at $699 USD (before shipping and limited to the continental United States), this crowd-funded project aims to reach a goal of 5,000 pieces before production begins in the fall. TOMY is supporting the announcement with a robust digital campaign targeting U.S. Star Trek fans and will promote the preview on their dedicated website.
This collaboration between TOMY International and Paramount marks their second venture together, building on the success of their previous partnership. The TOMY Plus U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 starship is scheduled for delivery to buyers in October 2025, giving fans ample time to secure their piece of Star Trek history.
The launch of this highly detailed U.S.S. Enterprise model represents a significant moment for Star Trek memorabilia collectors and enthusiasts. Its unparalleled accuracy and features make it a must-have for serious fans, while also setting a new standard for collectible starship models in the industry. As the crowd-funding campaign approaches, the anticipation within the Star Trek community is palpable, with many eagerly awaiting the chance to bring a piece of their beloved franchise home.</
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