Die Cast Lighted 1/350th TOS Enterprise (TOMY crowd funded)

aroney said:
So not exactly flush plugs then eh? Are the shuttles die-cast or plastic?
Click to expand...

The plugs that were in were flush, and the one that somehow was dislodged snapped into place and was flush. The plugs are a pretty rigid, but slightly flexible plastic.

The shuttles are diecast-- but in two parts - so there is a VERY noticeable seam where they join.
 
Ant1988 said:
They are so tiny though I don't see why they are two pieces.
Click to expand...

There is a slight ridge at the top of the shuttles, along with the Nacells at the bottom. It could be they felt it would be too difficult to remove form the molds without breaking stuff. But I agree, I expected one tiny solid piece
 
I'm definitely going to need coffee table recommendations for this thing. I've seen people do it with the millenium falcon.

Also, I hope someone in this thread does a run of good alternative stands. I don't trust displaying the saucer without it for risk of breakage, but I'd like to get a stand that works so the ship can be displayed on the side without the screw holes. Hoping someone here can 3d print and cast a mirrored repro.
 
weisshaupt said:
There is a slight ridge at the top of the shuttles, along with the Nacells at the bottom. It could be they felt it would be too difficult to remove form the molds without breaking stuff. But I agree, I expected one tiny solid piece
Click to expand...
Looking back on their video from April and images from last year they were two piece and no one noticed ...lol ...it's ok though....they will be in the hangar bay.
 
Anyone got fully assembled dimensions for this yet? WxLxH with stand and base. Haven't assembled yet. Trying to figure dimensions for a case. Travis...anyone?
 
Fizzbin said:
Anyone got fully assembled dimensions for this yet? WxLxH with stand and base. Haven't assembled yet. Trying to figure dimensions for a case. Travis...anyone?
Click to expand...
16x33X12 is rouggly the internal space required. For a case you would want some room around it..
 
THE FOLLOWING POST AND PICTURE IS NOT MINE. POSTED ON FB !

In 2022, Iowa based Tomy which acquired Ertl, a long-time metal-model maker of metal toys that included John Deere farm tractor replicas, came onto the scene with a license to create a series of high-end large scale metal models that would launch their Prestige Select line of Star Trek collectibles. The first product of this new venture was a 1:350-scale classic original series Enterprise.
Myself along with others formed a group of paid consultants to help create this first model. This fulfilled a life-long dream for me of not just owning an accurate screen replica of the Enterprise but with the added bonus of helping build it. Though my role was relatively minor compared to others, I still played a part and it was fun.
The end result of our efforts is now shipping. Some have already received their orders. Now that I have received my own copy of the model, I am impressed with what Tomy has done. There are issues which have and will be pointed out by others. Knowing how much attention that Tomy did take to our suggestions, I remain pleased with the results. There were so many levels of management and other factors that remained outside of our control. Tomy was not obligated or required to take any of our suggestions but they did listen and some things were changed as a result.
In the end, the Tomy model is the best and most accurate functioning (i.e. lights up with motorized engine fans) for the price point given. I’m still amazed that all of this (yes seams and plug holes included) was made available to buyers for under $600 which includes shipping for the 46-pound model! Yes, there will be those out there that say that they can do better with the Polar Lights model either the 1:350 kit or the limited-edition preassembled version (if you can still find one). Some also have done very well 3D printing their own. But if you are among the untalented model makers like me that could not possibly come close to producing a finished kit that resembles anything like what the 11-foot Smithsonian model looks like, then the Tomy model remains a good choice.
Tomy is working on other models that will be part of their new Star Trek Prestige Select line. They have learned from their mistakes and despite what you may have heard, they do listen to their customers.
 

Attachments

  • a3.jpg
    a3.jpg
    66.7 KB · Views: 117
xlowes said:
THE FOLLOWING POST AND PICTURE IS NOT MINE. POSTED ON FB !

In 2022, Iowa based Tomy which acquired Ertl, a long-time metal-model maker of metal toys that included John Deere farm tractor replicas, came onto the scene with a license to create a series of high-end large scale metal models that would launch their Prestige Select line of Star Trek collectibles. The first product of this new venture was a 1:350-scale classic original series Enterprise.
Myself along with others formed a group of paid consultants to help create this first model. This fulfilled a life-long dream for me of not just owning an accurate screen replica of the Enterprise but with the added bonus of helping build it. Though my role was relatively minor compared to others, I still played a part and it was fun.
The end result of our efforts is now shipping. Some have already received their orders. Now that I have received my own copy of the model, I am impressed with what Tomy has done. There are issues which have and will be pointed out by others. Knowing how much attention that Tomy did take to our suggestions, I remain pleased with the results. There were so many levels of management and other factors that remained outside of our control. Tomy was not obligated or required to take any of our suggestions but they did listen and some things were changed as a result.
In the end, the Tomy model is the best and most accurate functioning (i.e. lights up with motorized engine fans) for the price point given. I’m still amazed that all of this (yes seams and plug holes included) was made available to buyers for under $600 which includes shipping for the 46-pound model! Yes, there will be those out there that say that they can do better with the Polar Lights model either the 1:350 kit or the limited-edition preassembled version (if you can still find one). Some also have done very well 3D printing their own. But if you are among the untalented model makers like me that could not possibly come close to producing a finished kit that resembles anything like what the 11-foot Smithsonian model looks like, then the Tomy model remains a good choice.
Tomy is working on other models that will be part of their new Star Trek Prestige Select line. They have learned from their mistakes and despite what you may have heard, they do listen to their customers.
Click to expand...
Are we sure that TOMY is still going to make further Star Trek models as stated?
 
xlowes said:
THE FOLLOWING POST AND PICTURE IS NOT MINE. POSTED ON FB !

In 2022, Iowa based Tomy which acquired Ertl, a long-time metal-model maker of metal toys that included John Deere farm tractor replicas, came onto the scene with a license to create a series of high-end large scale metal models that would launch their Prestige Select line of Star Trek collectibles. The first product of this new venture was a 1:350-scale classic original series Enterprise.
Myself along with others formed a group of paid consultants to help create this first model. This fulfilled a life-long dream for me of not just owning an accurate screen replica of the Enterprise but with the added bonus of helping build it. Though my role was relatively minor compared to others, I still played a part and it was fun.
The end result of our efforts is now shipping. Some have already received their orders. Now that I have received my own copy of the model, I am impressed with what Tomy has done. There are issues which have and will be pointed out by others. Knowing how much attention that Tomy did take to our suggestions, I remain pleased with the results. There were so many levels of management and other factors that remained outside of our control. Tomy was not obligated or required to take any of our suggestions but they did listen and some things were changed as a result.
In the end, the Tomy model is the best and most accurate functioning (i.e. lights up with motorized engine fans) for the price point given. I’m still amazed that all of this (yes seams and plug holes included) was made available to buyers for under $600 which includes shipping for the 46-pound model! Yes, there will be those out there that say that they can do better with the Polar Lights model either the 1:350 kit or the limited-edition preassembled version (if you can still find one). Some also have done very well 3D printing their own. But if you are among the untalented model makers like me that could not possibly come close to producing a finished kit that resembles anything like what the 11-foot Smithsonian model looks like, then the Tomy model remains a good choice.
Tomy is working on other models that will be part of their new Star Trek Prestige Select line. They have learned from their mistakes and despite what you may have heard, they do listen to their customers.
Click to expand...
Who posted this on FB? Just curious!
 
Last edited:
Don't really have much to say, all the previous videos and pictures tell the story. I think it's fine without the saucer support, seems sturdy to me, I jiggled it good to and fro and it's not budging. the single screw seems to hold the saucer down just fine for handling the model. Nothing seemed dangerous to me handling it other than it's heft. I'll be leaving it on the carpet though. Domes could be a little brighter and frosted as others have said.

r3AQrcfh.jpg
 
Fizzbin said:
Are we sure that TOMY is still going to make further Star Trek models as stated?
Click to expand...

I bet we don't see one on this level again. At least not Diecast. If Tomy higher ups were involved with this one and prevented a few things from happening, there is no way they are gonna do more Star Trek 1/350 in diecast, after the customer backlash. I expect that the same higher ups will request plastic and the price point significantly higher....WITHOUT free shipping....:lol:
 
Ant1988 said:
I bet we don't see one on this level again. At least not Diecast. If Tomy higher ups were involved with this one and prevented a few things from happening, there is no way they are gonna do more Star Trek 1/350 in diecast, after the customer backlash. I expect that the same higher ups will request plastic and the price point significantly higher....WITHOUT free shipping....:lol:
Click to expand...
I bet the higher-ups consider this project a success. Almost 3,000 units sold, maybe 200 cancellations that will be resold, and actually not that much backlash. A couple of dozen (at the most) dissatisfied here on the RPF, and a smattering around other sites and FB. Much of those possible the same members from here.

I bet we see a diecast refit with lessons learned incorporated from this project.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top