Yu ModeL New Airbus A300 First Look

[LeoMuse747]

There's something in the printing that makes these all look like custom models using decals
Cargo doors could also be light grey instead of black, to make them less visible

 

[bakejobb_23]

the back 10-15 passer get windows seem to curl upwards which looks weird. Hopefully it gets fixed in the future! mould looks pretty good from my limited knowledge

 

[planes_on_a_shelf]

There's something in the printing that makes these all look like custom models using decals
Cargo doors could also be light grey instead of black, to make them less visible

Yes. The thick dark linework was noticeable on earlier photos as well - hopefully those are refined in the future.

Cockpit printing is off too - not immediately discernable in the LH - clearly seen in the other two

 

[LeoMuse747]

the back 10-15 passer get windows seem to curl upwards which looks weird. Hopefully it gets fixed in the future! mould looks pretty good from my limited knowledge

but that's correct for the A300s, see this picture for example: here

This is also present on other Airbus widebodies, except the A380 (I think).

 

[bakejobb_23]

but that's correct for the A300s, see this picture for example: here

This is also present on other Airbus widebodies, except the A380 (I think).

That’s odd! I’ve never noticed that. Why do the windows themselves curl upwards? is it the fuselage shape playing tricks or is there another reason?

Anyways, the models seem to maybe have too much curve still…I’ll have to see more photos to make that decision.

 

[Alphaless]

I believe the windows curl up on the A300 (and the A330/340) so the rear cargo bay can support LD3 containers.

 

[planes_on_a_shelf]

I believe the windows curl up on the A300 (and the A330/340) so the rear cargo bay can support LD3 containers.

Yes - on ALL Airbus A300 family aircraft - ie the A300 / A310 / A330 / A340 -
This, and the fact that ALL A300 family aircraft DON'T sit level (the A310 is tail down - all others are nose down) - are 2 distinctive features of this aircraft family

 

[planes_on_a_shelf]

This is also present on other Airbus widebodies, except the A380 (I think).

Only on the A300 family - not on the A350 or A380

 

[Phantom]

That’s odd! I’ve never noticed that. Why do the windows themselves curl upwards? is it the fuselage shape playing tricks or is there another reason?

Simple geometry. The aft fuselage on the A300 (310/330/340) tapers upwards - it forms an oblique cone - so the optimal cabin cross section follows and also goes upwards.

 

[MIAv8Diecast]

I mean like I said I definitely think that they are a step in the right direction but unfortunately for me this model does not pass the test, independent of what Aeroclassics does. I do think that Yu has a superior mould however and less complicated liveries should look great - I for one am super excited for the Continental meatball release. I also really hope for a future AA release that has the printing mistakes fixed

I am curious to see the Continental they announced in the globe livery, but I do totally understand where you're coming from.

 

[Jazajia]

I thought I saw YV400 say he was going to try and get them, but not sure if that’s still the plan

YU and I did communicate a while ago, but that was that. The models need to first be available before anyone can retail them. I don't think there is an ETA as of right now.

 

[Jazajia]

Another photo showing the aft upward angle of the A300 window-line.

 

[Theresa apocalypse222222]