X-Scale 144010 - 1:144 Airliner DC-8-61 Long Range Narrow Body Passenger Airliner

1:144 scale plastic model kit of the Douglas DC-8-61 Long Range airliner

The X-Scale 144010 kit depicts the Douglas DC-8-61, an extended-fuselage version of the classic DC-8 jetliner developed by Douglas Aircraft in the 1960s. Designed to carry over 250 passengers on transcontinental and intercontinental routes, the DC-8-61 was one of the longest narrow-body aircraft of its era and a direct competitor to the Boeing 707.

Included in the kit:

• Precisely moulded fuselage, wings and tailplane parts
• Detailed Pratt & Whitney JT3D engines with intake and exhaust detail
• Clear cockpit glazing and optional cabin windows
• Decals for civil airline liveries
• Step-by-step illustrated instructions

Model technical data:

• Scale: 1:144
• Length: approx. 36.2 cm
• Wingspan: approx. 33.4 cm
• Manufacturer: X-Scale
• Skill level: Intermediate

Note: Glue, paints and tools are not included. The model requires assembly and painting.

Assembly & finishing

The model captures the sleek profile of the DC-8-61 with finely engraved panel lines and detailed engines. Ideal for collectors of classic airliners, it can be finished in a wide range of historic airline liveries from the golden age of jet travel.

Essential tools

• Sprue cutters or hobby knife
• Files or sanding sticks
• Brushes or airbrush
• Plastic cement
• Acrylic paints (white, grey, aluminium and airline colours)

About the Douglas DC-8-61

The DC-8-61 was part of the Super Sixty Series introduced in 1967, featuring a lengthened fuselage and higher passenger capacity while retaining the narrow-body cross-section of the DC-8 family. With four Pratt & Whitney JT3D engines, it offered excellent reliability and range, becoming a workhorse for many major airlines. Later, numerous DC-8-61s were converted into cargo aircraft, continuing to serve for decades.

Original aircraft data:

• Length: 57.1 m
• Wingspan: 45.2 m
• Engines: 4 × Pratt & Whitney JT3D-3B
• Maximum speed: approx. 970 km/h
• Range: approx. 6,200 km
• Capacity: up to 259 passengers

About the manufacturer

X-Scale is a producer of precision plastic model kits in 1:72 and 1:144 scales, specializing in civil and transport aircraft. The DC-8-61 kit combines fine detail, accurate proportions and elegant presentation, making it an excellent choice for airliner model enthusiasts.