NG Models MD-81/82/83/88 Mould Sample Review

[YesterAirlines]

The announcement of new MD-80s is, for me, even more exciting than 747s. There are few other types that were as popular globally and yet have had such a poor representation in 400 scale. Judging by the number of livery requests already I can tell I'm not alone in having high expectations for the type in the coming months and I'm glad to say that these mould samples do deliver. There's always room for some modification but these are impressive:

McDonnell Douglas MD-80 1:400 Scale Mould Sample Review

An exclusive review of the new 1:400 sample McDonnell Douglas MD-80s made by NG Models

www.yesterdaysairlines.com

 

[Mark22]

Seems like a very solid start. No big issues as with the 747s so I expect the first releases in early 2024.

 

[B767Avia]

Thanks for the review. Glad to see there aren't many issues considering this is their first attempt at this aircraft family.

I'd say they should add the side strakes on the nose as they are in my opinion capable of making them the correct size, given their level of detail with the engine nacelle strakes.

 

[IndyJets]

Who else besides me wants a Northwest bowling shoe???

 

[YesterAirlines]

Who else besides me wants a Northwest bowling shoe???

By my count there are 5 Northwest scheme variants (including 2 hybrids) plus 2 Republic as well.

 

[IndyJets]

By my count there are 5 Northwest scheme variants (including 2 hybrids) plus 2 Republic as well.

I would like to at least get all of the regular versions, including both Republics. But then again, the hybrids would be nice subjects for the Buchannan brand.

 

[josecolme]

The announcement of new MD-80s is, for me, even more exciting than 747s. There are few other types that were as popular globally and yet have had such a poor representation in 400 scale. Judging by the number of livery requests already I can tell I'm not alone in having high expectations for the type in the coming months and I'm glad to say that these mould samples do deliver. There's always room for some modification but these are impressive:

McDonnell Douglas MD-80 1:400 Scale Mould Sample Review

An exclusive review of the new 1:400 sample McDonnell Douglas MD-80s made by NG Models

www.yesterdaysairlines.com

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Awesome review. I'm really as excited to see these come along. I agree with those minor issues you noted. Remember to add the thrust reverser issue as you didn't sum it up at the end of the article.

And as you stated, hopefully they don't get neglected. There are way too many possibilities. And, well, money to be made for them with these models.

 

[Phantom]

These look great. My wallet might take a hit, granted NG uses these moulds they way they should.

 

[LeoMuse747]

They look fantastic!!! Eager to see them all being regularly released. So many livery possibilites.

 

[CPHL1011]

Hopefully they will release some SAS machines….both in the 80’s (Eurowhite) and in the 90’s (Blue tail) scheme.

 

[IndyJets]

Hopefully they will release some SAS machines….both in the 80’s (Eurowhite) and in the 90’s (Blue tail) scheme.

Speaking of '90s blue tail... how about some USAir????

 

[Jazajia]

I think they could make the nose strakes as separate attachable parts as they do with antennas.

 

[IndyJets]

I think they could make the nose strakes as separate attachable parts as they do with antennas.

That would certainly set them apart from the competition. Is there still time for them to do that before it goes into production? Then we would need a DC-9-50 with the same detailing (AC is the only game in town and lacks them)... and then from there it's only a slippery slope to a -30 and -10.

 

[YesterAirlines]

The first of a mammoth two part wishlist has just been posted in a new thread in the appropriate site section here: https://modelairlinerforum.com/threads/mad-dog-central-pt1-an-americas-md-80-wishlist.1410/

 

[YesterAirlines]

Part 2 of the big MD-80 wishlist covering the rest of the world is here:

Mad Dog Central Pt2: An Old World MD-80 Wishlist

Following on from the Americas the rest of the world was just as popular for the MD-80 and arguably it is Europe that is missing the most iconic schemes for the type in 400 scale to date. Here are 89 further chances for MD-80 releases. Once again apologies if your choice isn't present but I...

modelairlinerforum.com

 

[Mark22]

Hoping to see the Martinair and Swissair chocolate scheme someday, the only two I'd buy.

 

[Travertineeye]

Looking forward to these releases. Finally a complete family (if we don’t count the 90s and DC-9s yet).

Curious as to how they will use the streaks. This aircraft family uses them on the endings and the nose. Panda has used them on the Tu-134s pretty nicely.

 

[IndyJets]

Looking forward to these releases. Finally a complete family (if we don’t count the 90s and DC-9s yet).

Curious as to how they will use the streaks. This aircraft family uses them on the endings and the nose. Panda has used them on the Tu-134s pretty nicely.

We need the rest of the DC-9 family. Especially a -10.