U.S.S. Alpha Centauri

pengbuzz

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Well, since this is one of my first posts here at the Replica Prop Forum, I thought I'd post one of my more recent projects; the Starhawk-class U.S.S. Alpha Centauri


A bit about the model:this is kitbashed from a 1/1400 Round 2 repop of the Sovereign class Enterprise E. I thought a "fast attack" Sovereign-based ship would be a good kitbash to do:

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And of course, a little something extra for everyone:


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Thanks so much for the compliments, folks. This kit was partially inspired by JohnP's U.S.S. Peregrine model, and partly by both the romualn and klingon birds of prey. But after seeing what John did, and seeing that a starship didn't have to necessarily follow the "traditional" setup, I decided to build one using the sovereign-class hull components. But rather than cobble together a "space dragster" or slap a bunch of parts together, I researched the "Rules of Starship Design" set out by Gene Roddenberry. John's Peregrine was done very well, but I didn't want to copy him verbatim. All the same, between that and the BOP's I wanted a compact ship that could serve the role as "fast attack" vessel.
 
Well, since this is one of my first posts here at the Replica Prop Forum, I thought I'd post one of my more recent projects; the Starhawk-class U.S.S. Alpha Centauri


A bit about the model:this is kitbashed from a 1/1400 Round 2 repop of the Sovereign class Enterprise E. I thought a "fast attack" Sovereign-based ship would be a good kitbash to do:

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And of course, a little something extra for everyone:


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Very imaginative and creative! Very good job over all! I'd like to try something that cool one day! Just haven't enough spare parts at the moment..
 
:lol I know the feeling. This is actually my second attempt: the first one didn't go so well, but its' good to finally succeed on this one! :)

I hope at some point in the future to draw up schematics, deck plans and whatnot for the girl. I wanted to keep everything simple overall and not gum up the works by being too "clever". She has less crew quarters and cargo space onboard due to the space needed for engineering and reactant tankage. Also, her shuttlebay isn't as large as a sovereign's would be, due to issues with the warp core needing room.

All the same, I'm pleased with this build. :D
 
Update:


Well, enough folks have asked about the "stand" (an ice cream container, really). That said, I have built a new stand for the "lady":


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Apologies about the last pic: it's a bit dark. I'll try to get a better one.
 
This will be my final update on this model; I am slowly backing away from the kit... Laughing

Seriously, I thought the stand was too short and I didn't like how the model sat on it. So, I made some improvements:

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I extended the "legs" on the stand and added a pair of soft pads to cushion the ship as it sat on display. I also added a piece of wood to the rear of the stand to support it and prevent it from tipping over.

Pads:

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And with this, the display is complete:


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