pons399
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That’s not been the case for 6 months or so, even if you email them proactively.
NG Model 1:400 June 2025 Release Hints
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planes_on_a_shelf
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MIAv8Diecast
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Looks like we have an updated APU exhaust section for the 777 from NG.
Boeing_3019
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Been on the 777 since January, but I haven't noticed until now. Absolutely beautiful
MIAv8Diecast
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This month's releases was the first time I noticed it...Been on the 777 since January, but I haven't noticed until now. Absolutely beautiful
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Sithan400
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Still, oversized for my liking. Especially the bottom apendage. Seems like NG have simply copied JC Wings' 777 APU. At 400 scale those apendages should be much smaller. I would have been happier if NG had simply squared it off. Anyway here we are again - close, but still no cigar.
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MIAv8Diecast
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Yes, I agree both the JC/NG molds are a bit overdone... The shape of the fuselage is mostly square like you mention and the appendages are merely unnoticeable at this scale.
pons399
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Yeah it’s barely visible on the real thing, NG’s old version was better.
Sithan400
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The APU on the 777 is as distinctive as her head. So far none of the brands have got it right. Really quite surprising when you consider the attention to detail a brand like NG prioritizes.
The Phx 777's APU is short stubby and rounded. JC recognized the flaw, but exagerated the corrections. NG's was sharp but slightly rounded. Now they've borrowed from JC, and made it worse.
A shame, I hope they fix this issue. They seem to be interested in addressing areas of concern and making changes. A good thing.
This one however...looks so weird on the 777, when the tail is sharp and those pointy things are tiny, albeit visible.
The Phx 777's APU is short stubby and rounded. JC recognized the flaw, but exagerated the corrections. NG's was sharp but slightly rounded. Now they've borrowed from JC, and made it worse.
A shame, I hope they fix this issue. They seem to be interested in addressing areas of concern and making changes. A good thing.
This one however...looks so weird on the 777, when the tail is sharp and those pointy things are tiny, albeit visible.
MIAv8Diecast
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I don’t know NG seems to be slipping with the tiny details as of late and since this is a brand new adjustment I wouldn’t count on it changing anytime soon.
planes_on_a_shelf
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The 777 nose / cockpit region especially. It was perfectly fine.
Now it's screwed up.
pons399
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planes_on_a_shelf
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Talking about the recent CA 773s - have they made the same mods on this as well?
