MPC 1/24 Space:1999 Moonbuggy/Amphicat Plastic Model Kit

Item No.: MPC984

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WELCOME TO THE FUTURE: Beehoo Industries produced the 6-wheeled Amphicat in the 1970s and its futuristic look was noted by the producers of Space:1999 who adapted the vehicle into an iconic Moon Buggy in their TV program.

BUILDER’S CHOICE: This edition of the Moon Buggy kit can be built as the Alphan Moon Buggy as showcased in Space:1999 or it can be built as a stock Amphicat complete with interior engine and chassis assembly.

Features:

  • 1:24 scale, skill level 2, paint & glue required
  • 46 parts
  • Molded in yellow
  • Assembled scale: 3 1/4 inches long
  • Ages 14+

The Space: 1999 Moonbuggy from Moonbase Alpha is a distinctive and futuristic lunar exploration vehicle featured in the science fiction television series "Space: 1999," which aired in the 1970s.

This moonbuggy is a vital piece of equipment for the inhabitants of Moonbase Alpha, providing essential mobility and transportation on the lunar surface.

The Moonbuggy's design is both functional and visually striking, with a low-slung, streamlined appearance.

It features a protective canopy and a small, enclosed cockpit for the astronauts to operate in the harsh lunar environment, shielding them from the vacuum of space and extreme temperatures.

Equipped with large, rugged wheels, the Moonbuggy can traverse the uneven lunar terrain with ease.

It's often depicted as a nimble and agile vehicle, allowing the characters to explore the moon's surface and respond to various emergencies and discoveries during their lunar odyssey.

The Space: 1999 Moonbuggy plays a crucial role in the series, reflecting the show's focus on scientific exploration and the challenges faced by the inhabitants of Moonbase Alpha as they navigate a mysterious and unpredictable universe.

Its futuristic design and practical functionality make it an iconic representation of lunar exploration technology in the imagined future of the late 20th century.

Key Specifications

  • Scale: 1/24

Full Specifications

SKUMPC984
ManufacturerMPC
EAN849398057292
Short DescriptionMPC 1/24 Space:1999 Moonbuggy From Moonbase Alpha # 984

(MPC984)

SKU MPC984
Barcode # 849398057292
Brand MPC

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