X-Scale 144009 - 1:144 ATR-42-300 Turboprop Regional Airliner

Plastic model kit of the ATR-42-300 regional turboprop airliner

The X-Scale 144009 kit in 1:144 scale represents the ATR-42-300, a regional turboprop aircraft developed by the French-Italian company ATR (Avions de Transport Régional/Aerei da Trasporto Regionale). First introduced in the 1980s, the ATR-42 became one of the most successful short-haul passenger aircraft, operated by airlines across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

Kit contents:

• injection-molded plastic sprues for fuselage, wings and tail,
• clear cockpit glazing parts,
• detailed turboprop engines,
• decals for ATR-42-300 markings,
• assembly instructions with painting guide.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:144
• Model length: approx. 14.4 cm
• Wingspan: approx. 16.7 cm
• Manufacturer: X-Scale
• Skill level: intermediate

Note: Kit does not include glue, paints or tools.

Building the model:

This compact kit in 1:144 scale requires precision during assembly and painting, especially for the airline liveries and cockpit glazing. A good choice for modelers interested in modern civil aviation.

Recommended tools:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files and sanding paper
• Brushes and/or airbrush
• Plastic cement
• Paints in airline color schemes

About the ATR-42-300:

The ATR-42 was launched in 1984, with the designation referring to its 42–50 seat capacity. The -300 version, introduced in 1987, featured upgraded Pratt & Whitney Canada PW120 engines for improved performance and fuel efficiency. The type was quickly adopted by many regional airlines worldwide and remains in operation in various countries.

Original aircraft specifications:

• Length: 22.7 m
• Wingspan: 24.6 m
• Powerplant: 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW120 turboprops
• Cruise speed: approx. 460 km/h
• Range: up to 1500 km
• Crew: 2
• Passengers: 42–50

X-Scale – specialists in civil aircraft kits

X-Scale focuses on 1:144 kits of modern civil and transport aircraft. Their models combine fine detailing with appealing subjects, giving modelers the opportunity to build accurate replicas of airliners from different eras.