NG Lite vs NG Standard: The Difference

[YesterAirlines]

The publication of the photos for the recently announced NG Lite MAXes gives the first opportunity to directly compare a standard NG release with an NG Lite one, since both the MAXes have been made before. Comparing the two shows the clear differences and it'll be interesting to see what collectors feel about that. Is it more important to get all the bells and whistles or does the price matter more? Here I take a closer look at the new NG Lite models:

NG Lite vs NG Standard: The Difference

NG have just released a lot of the photos for their September announcements, which is in itself a surprise given their recent history. It also gives the first opportunity to look at an NG Models Lite product in comparison with a standard NG Models release

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[YesterAirlines]

As a companion piece to the written blog article (since I had all the material handy) if you prefer the medium of video I whipped up a vlog covering the differences between NG Models and NG Lite releases too so you can check out whichever version you prefer!

 

[777-300ER]

How can we get their new N871HK with the metallic colors? I can’t find it on Aviation Megastore (Netherlands) unlike other Sept releases like D-ABYA, D-ABYC… which are available for preorder

 

[YesterAirlines]

How can we get their new N871HK with the metallic colors? I can’t find it on Aviation Megastore (Netherlands) unlike other Sept releases like D-ABYA, D-ABYC… which are available for preorder

It's available at most websites. Aviation Megatore has a rubbish website

 

[IndyJets]

Glad to see N871HK with the correct color... but I would rather have one with the correct color AND the extra details.

 

[Sithan400]

Not sure of others here, but for me, NG Lite might ease some wallets , but at the end the day... Subpar. The reason I collect models - is to get something as close to the real thing as possible.

With today's technology that is now possible at 1:400, and NG Next Generation has established the benchmark for quality and accuracy. Hope that continues, as that is where my money generally goes.

 

[abdulmohiuddin]

Honestly NG Lite is best for those who want to fleet build or those younger populations that don't have that income for themselves. Personally I'd buy some of these if the subject matter is interesting but not so interesting that I'd like to pay full price for it.

Honestly, when I can get that Qatar 777 Lite for a slightly lower price than a Gemini Q400, it's quite appealing from a pure price perspective.

 

[pons399]

Some Lites don’t seem to be so “Lite..?” As far as I can tell, the Qatar 777 Lite’s no different from a standard NG 777.

 

[LeoMuse747]

Some Lites don’t seem to be so “Lite..?” As far as I can tell, the Qatar 777 Lite’s no different from a standard NG 777.View attachment 35538

That's strange. Lite models should come without antennas

 

[pons399]

That's strange. Lite models should come without antennas

Yep, maybe that only applies to narrowbodies?

 

[planes_on_a_shelf]

Some Lites don’t seem to be so “Lite..?” As far as I can tell, the Qatar 777 Lite’s no different from a standard NG 777.View attachment 35538

I'd say, looking at the pictures, it's the printing fineness and the delicate and extensive print details that's missing here - the kind of print details that usually make NG's models seem like 1:200 or even 1:72 or even realistic at times in high res pictures or close ups
This particular model though is strange in terms of being under 'pre-order' since March I think? And then a Lite version gets announced and released as well in the interim

 

[Phantom]

Some Lites don’t seem to be so “Lite..?” As far as I can tell, the Qatar 777 Lite’s no different from a standard NG 777.View attachment 35538

Maybe the standard comes with a proper AlAdaam (maroon) color. This model seems to have a metallic red finish unless my eyes are playing tricks on me.