Revell 04218 Airbus A380 First Livery (1/144) – plastic model kit

The Revell 04218 Airbus A380 First Livery model in 1:144 scale is an excellent choice for all civil aviation enthusiasts and model aircraft collectors. This precisely reproduced model depicts the Airbus A380—the world’s largest passenger aircraft, manufactured by the European consortium Airbus Industries. The presented set in the First Livery version allows you to build a miniature of the aircraft in its original demonstration colors, first unveiled during the official premiere and the initial test flights in the mid-2000s.

Technical information about the product

• Scale: 1:144
• Country of operation: International (aircraft operated by airlines from many countries, model is based on the Airbus test version; France as the manufacturer)
• Period of operation: Modern times (first flight in 2005; regular service since 2007)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Included in the kit: plastic parts for assembly, decals with historical livery, instructions
• Not included: glue and paints – to be purchased separately

Exceptional collector’s value

The Airbus A380 is a revolutionary aircraft that has made its mark in aviation history as a double-decker giant, still impressive in both size and technical capabilities to this day. Its debut in 2005 was one of the most significant events in air transportation of recent decades. The aircraft was widely operated by renowned airlines such as Lufthansa, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines. The Revell 04218 set features details from the first presentations of this aircraft at international air shows—including the distinctive demonstration livery used during the maiden test flights in Toulouse and at the Farnborough Airshow.

Who do we recommend the Revell 04218 model for?

Building the Airbus A380 Revell 04218 is recommended for both intermediate and advanced modelers. We rate the difficulty level at 3/5—the model features an above-average number of details and requires precise painting and decal application. It is ideal for collectors of historic and modern passenger jets, as well as fans of the latest aviation technologies. The set is also perfect as an airport diorama element or an eye-catching addition to any civilian aircraft model collection.