Model Review - Pan Am Boeing 747-121 N747PA HX Models

[YesterAirlines]

This week's detailed review takes one of the 5 Pan Ams and looks a little closer at it. For that purpose I have selected what was often considered the fleet flagship since it carried the N747PA rego and was used in the early promotional tour by PA.

Pan Am | Boeing 747-121 | N747PA 'Jet Clipper America' | HX Models

HX Models has been swiftly expanding its mould catalogue, releases and retailer reach in 400 scale with a focus on widebodies made both for itself, Patriot Models, YY Wings and as retailer exclusives. Not everything thay have done has been gold, but they

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[pons399]

Not perfect, but every issue is well within what I consider “acceptable.” Can’t wait to receive it.

 

[LeoMuse747]

Awesome model. I just don't like these electroplated engines, they turned out way too shiny and the result is quite toyish. I do understand that HX intentions were the best, but sadly the result wasn't. Other than that... an amazing model.

 

[Phantom]

I think HX could have generated more sales had they made 747PA in its earlier "rollout" livery instead of doing them all in this standard (early) scheme. Maybe they'll do it later on (together with some tweaks maybe )?
I'm surprised about the two different greys for wings and wing body fairing in your pics. Didn't see this on earlier pics of these.

 

[YesterAirlines]

I think HX could have generated more sales had they made 747PA in its earlier "rollout" livery instead of doing them all in this standard (early) scheme.

That would have been good. They probably didn't realise it existed and I guess there's a cost saving as it is, although small in this case I agree

 

[Eagle]

I think HX could have generated more sales had they made 747PA in its earlier "rollout" livery instead of doing them all in this standard (early) scheme. Maybe they'll do it later on (together with some tweaks maybe )?
I'm surprised about the two different greys for wings and wing body fairing in your pics. Didn't see this on earlier pics of these.

What was different for the rollout vs early promo scheme?

 

[Phantom]

What was different for the rollout vs early promo scheme?

I may get the term wrong but rollout and promo should be the same. It was repainted prior to delivery in the "standard" as done by HX.
Most pics available (like the air-to-airs) show the promo. The main difference are smaller titles and tail logo on the promo.