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]

 

[YesterAirlines]

I messaged with the owner of YU ModeL last night to see how the A300s have been coming along. Obviously, it has been slowgoing. The moulds are ready but the factory had been struggling with the end product. He has now taken steps to get the project moving and I am confident that will mean the first A300s finally get to market in the next 2-4 months. Here's more:

YU ModeL A300 Update

Creating an entirely new mould with limited resources and a factory new to 400 scale models is a big ask and the gestation of the YU ModeL Airbus A300 has been incredibly lengthy (although still shorter than the JC Wings A310!). It certainly has tested th

www.yesterdaysairlines.com

 

[planes_on_a_shelf]

This is absolutely great news!
And it's really worth applauding YU's owner's sense of 'ownership' really - in a market where we hear unfortunate incidents like UC's happening, amongst the deliberate failing quality of certain legacy manufacturers.

What I understand is that this is in fact a full reset - and in that sense, all of the previous release images should as such be moved away from any consideration by the collectorate.

Awaiting updated release images!

(and hoping the previous factory hasn't copied the mould....)

 

[YesterAirlines]

This is absolutely great news!
And it's really worth applauding YU's owner's sense of 'ownership' really - in a market where we hear unfortunate incidents like UC's happening, amongst the deliberate failing quality of certain legacy manufacturers.

What I understand is that this is in fact a full reset - and in that sense, all of the previous release images should as such be moved away from any consideration by the collectorate.

Awaiting updated release images!

Yes that is correct. It does look like the Z2 release of the American example did get to market though. It looks pretty bad thanks to the printing so best to ignore that one, but the rest should be much much better.

 

[planes_on_a_shelf]

Yes that is correct. It does look like the Z2 release of the American example did get to market though. It looks pretty bad thanks to the printing so best to ignore that one, but the rest should be much much better.

Hopefully we'll see more AAs from YU as they (fingers crossed) slide into finer, smoother and regular production.
This is really fab news.

 

[abdulmohiuddin]

Hopefully these A300's make it out nicely, especially if it is being made by a factory with ample experience with 1/400 manufacturing. The dream of seeing a modern A300 release is coming true! Will they run another batch of AA A300's, if so I hope they can properly polish the model!

 

[LeoMuse747]

Hopefully these A300's make it out nicely, especially if it is being made by a factory with ample experience with 1/400 manufacturing. The dream of seeing a modern A300 release is coming true! Will they run another batch of AA A300's, if so I hope they can properly polish the model!

Speaking about modern A300s, I've heard a rumour about Phoenix working on enhancing their A300 mould. Do you have more info @DTcustoms ?

 

[CM Aviation]

Those have great detail!