Hasegawa 10867 - 1:200 E-4B Nightwatch 2024

Plastic model kit of the Boeing E-4B Nightwatch – 2024

Hasegawa 10867 in 1:200 scale represents the Boeing E-4B Nightwatch in its 2024 markings. The E-4B is a U.S. airborne command post developed from the Boeing 747-200, designed to ensure continuity of command in the event of nuclear war, large-scale crises or natural disasters. Often referred to as the “Doomsday Plane”, the E-4B has been in service since the early 1980s and continues to play a vital role in national defense.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:200
• Model length: approx. 35.5 cm
• Wingspan: approx. 31.5 cm
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa
• Skill level: beginner / intermediate

Note: Glue, paints and modeling tools are not included. The kit is intended for self-assembly.

Model building:

The kit includes an accurately molded Boeing 747 airframe with E-4B modifications such as the large dorsal radome, antenna systems and detailed landing gear and engines. Decals are provided to reproduce the 2024 livery. With clear instructions and precise molding, the kit is accessible for both beginners and intermediate modelers.

Recommended tools:

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding sticks
• Brushes and/or airbrush
• Plastic cement
• Paints matching the E-4B color scheme
• Optional cyanoacrylate glue for small parts

About the Boeing E-4B Nightwatch:

The Boeing E-4B Nightwatch, derived from the Boeing 747-200, is the U.S. military’s airborne command post. Designed to withstand electromagnetic pulses and equipped with advanced satellite communication systems, it provides a secure command center for the U.S. President, Secretary of Defense and Joint Chiefs of Staff in emergencies. Entering service in 1980, the E-4B remains operational, ensuring reliable strategic communication and command capabilities in any crisis.

Technical data of the original:

• Manufacturer: Boeing (USA)
• Crew: up to 112 personnel (command and support)
• Engines: 4 × Pratt & Whitney JT9D-7R4G2
• Range: over 11,000 km
• Maximum speed: approx. 960 km/h
• In service: from 1974 to present

Hasegawa – plastic model manufacturer

Hasegawa is a Japanese company renowned for high-quality plastic model kits. Their 1:200 scale lineup of passenger, military and special mission aircraft, such as the Boeing E-4B Nightwatch, allows enthusiasts to recreate unique aviation icons in miniature form.