X-wing Fighter, 1/57 - Revell 06779

The model X-wing Fighter Revell 06779 recreates at a scale of 1/57 the famous Rebel Alliance starfighter from the Star Wars universe. This plastic kit to be assembled depicts the T-65 X-wing, recognizable by its four wings arranged in pairs, forming an X in combat configuration.

The X-wing Fighter

The X-wing is one of the iconic starfighters used by the Rebel forces. Its silhouette combines a narrow central fuselage, four articulated wings, and four engines positioned at their tips. This configuration makes it a particularly popular subject for a Star Wars model collection or for display on a base.

The Revell 06779 model kit

Made at 1/57, this reproduction measures 218 mm in length once assembled and includes 38 parts. The movable wings let you display the fighter either in the closed or open position, with its distinctive X-shaped silhouette. The landing gear can be mounted or left out depending on the desired display.

The box contains an unassembled plastic kit, an illustrated instruction booklet, and decals. Construction requires the usual steps for static model making: preparing the parts, assembling, gluing, and painting to achieve the desired look.

Assembly and finishing

A careful build starts with the precise separation of the parts from their sprues and the removal of any mold lines. Applying a primer before painting generally helps to even out the surfaces. Decals can be applied to perfectly dry paint, then protected with a suitable varnish. A light weathering adds definition to the fuselage panel lines and highlights the fighter’s operational appearance.

Technical features

• Brand : Revell
• Reference : 06779
• Type : plastic model kit to be assembled
• Subject : X-wing Fighter
• Universe : Star Wars
• Scale : 1/57
• Number of parts : 38
• Length (assembled) : 218 mm
• Special features : movable wings; can be built with or without landing gear

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For assembly and finishing, have plastic model glue on hand, precision cutting tools, fine sandpaper, suitable paints, brushes or an airbrush, as well as a decal setting solution.