Airbus A400M "ATLAS, 1/72 - Revell 03929

The Airbus A400M “Atlas” Revell 03929 model kit recreates at a 1/72 scale the European military transport aircraft Airbus A400M. This assemble-it-yourself reference includes 212 parts and reaches a length of 644 mm once built. Revell rates it Level 5.

A modern military transport aircraft

The Airbus A400M Atlas is a long-range military transport aircraft designed to carry out missions transporting personnel, equipment, and cargo. Its architecture is distinguished by its four turboprop engines and eight-blade propellers. Developed within a European program, it was designed to succeed transport aircraft such as the C-130 and C-160.

With its high wing, T-tail empennage, imposing engine nacelles, and large fuselage, the A400M is a particularly recognizable subject for contemporary military aviation model collections.

The Revell 1/72 scale model

At a scale of 1/72, each dimension of the real aircraft is reduced by a factor of 72. The assembled model features a significant wingspan and offers a striking presence in a display case or in a diorama project dedicated to transport aviation.

The 212 parts require careful preparation of the components before gluing. Assembly of the fuselage, wings, landing gear, and the four propulsion unit sets deserves special attention in order to achieve a clean alignment and a regular silhouette.

Assembly and finishing

Revell Level 5 corresponds to a detailed building project. A clean cut of the parts from the sprues, deburring/sanding, and dry runs before gluing help ensure the quality of the final result. Applying a modeling primer also makes it easier to achieve uniform paintwork and highlights any touch-ups that may be needed.

Painting the propellers, landing gear, and the different areas of the fuselage can be done with a brush or an airbrush depending on the modeler’s habits. Decals are preferably applied to a smooth, clean surface; then a finishing clear coat helps harmonize the overall appearance of the replica.

Technical specifications

• Brand : Revell
• Reference : 03929
• Type : assemble-it-yourself airplane model
• Subject : Airbus A400M “Atlas”
• Scale : 1/72
• Number of parts : 212
• Length once built : 644 mm
• Level : Revell 5

Complementary products

Assembly requires basic tools for a static model, in particular suitable glue, precision cutting pliers, a modeling knife, fine abrasives, and paints. A primer, finishing putty, and products for applying decals can also be used to complete the build.