Antonov AN 225 with Moonraker Shuttle

General Product Description

Our MahoganyModel Antonov AN 225 with Moonraker Shuttle exhibits unique, unrivaled quality and detailed design to come as close as possible to the accuracy of the actual plane. It comes as standard with a robust, durable base or stand which is available in a variety of different finishes designed to match your own personal requirements including solid wood, wood with polished metal supports or adjustable wood wall mount and will be ready within about 9-10 weeks from placement of order.

The Antonov AN 225 with Moonraker Shuttle is made of the finest kiln dried renewable mahogany wood (commonly known as Lauan or Meranti) which has undergone many stages of carving and meticulous and careful sanding giving the beautiful, finished museum quality masterpiece. Many collectors and model connoisseurs demonstrate their preference for genuine handmade and hand painted mahogany wood models rather than plastic or die cast (diecast) alternatives due to the overall look and totally different feel of the item - we trust you will find the same. We can however, if required produce the same model in Solid Cast Resin so just click and contact us for further information. Our craftsmen and gifted artisans ensure that our finely handcrafted model airplanes match the precise blueprint details of the original aircraft. The paint scheme, markings and parts are closely matched, reflecting the original aircraft. This stylish top-quality desktop replica model will surely enthrall anyone who receives this as a gift and for sure one of the most appropriate and desirably collectable gifts for any aviation enthusiast or avid military jet aircraft collector whilst also displaying a perfect resemblance to the actual real life version.

There are many types of military jet aircraft, but the basic types are bombers, fighters, fighter bombers, spotter planes, transporters, patrol aircraft, trainers, and reconnaissance and observation aircraft. All these types of aircraft are used for different types of missions. If you're a fan of historic or present-day military aviation, our model aircraft will bring the excitement and character of these aircraft right into your own home.

If you require, we can also make the Antonov AN 225 with Moonraker Shuttle in any other military, government or even private livery or colour scheme you require and if necessary, in a different size or scale. Just click here to contact us with a description or photographs of what you require, and we will let you have a quotation for the necessary customization by return email. We can also make bespoke scale replicas of any other private / civil commercial airliner or airliners, helicopter, glider, gliders with engines, military propeller, warplane jets, biplane, triplane, tail fin, spacecraft, rocket or NASA model you require in any airline, military or civilian livery or colors. We also produce model airships, blimps, dirigibles, blimps, boats, and ship collectibles. Wall plaque or seal for military, government or private customers. Again, by clicking here to contact us just let us know exactly what you need.

Soaring Giants: The Antonov AN-225 and the Moonraker Shuttle

In the realm of aviation, few aircraft capture the imagination quite like the Antonov AN-225 Mriya. Designed by the Antonov Design Bureau in the 1980s, this behemoth of the skies was primarily built to transport the Buran space shuttle, the Soviet Union’s answer to the NASA Space Shuttle. However, its legacy extends far beyond its original purpose, symbolizing the pinnacle of engineering ambition and ingenuity. Coupled with the intriguing concept of the Moonraker Shuttle, a fictional spacecraft from the James Bond universe, these giants of air and space offer a fascinating study in both reality and fiction’s approach to overcoming the boundaries of earth and sky.

The Antonov AN-225 Mriya: A Colossus Among Aircraft:

The Antonov AN-225 Mriya, meaning “Dream” in Ukrainian, stands as the largest and heaviest aircraft ever constructed. Its statistics are nothing short of awe-inspiring:

• Wingspan: 88.4 meters (290 feet), providing the necessary lift to carry extraordinarily heavy payloads.
• Length: 84 meters (276 feet), making it one of the longest airplanes in the world.
• Maximum Takeoff Weight: An astonishing 640 tonnes (1.41 million pounds), enabling it to transport oversized cargoes unmatched by any other aircraft.

Equipped with six turbofan engines, the AN-225 was designed with a dual purpose: to airlift the Buran space shuttle and to carry oversized payloads. Its cargo hold, measuring over 43 meters (140 feet) in length, is cavernous enough to house an array of freight, from military tanks to turbine blades.

Beyond its impressive physical attributes, the AN-225’s operational capabilities are equally remarkable. It has set numerous world records, including the heaviest single cargo item ever airlifted, demonstrating its unparalleled ability in the realm of heavy lift cargo transportation.

The Moonraker Shuttle: Fiction’s Answer to Space Exploration:

The Moonraker Shuttle, while a product of fiction, embodies the spirit of innovation and exploration that drives both the aerospace and entertainment industries. Featured in the James Bond film “Moonraker,” this spacecraft represents humanity’s aspirations for space exploration, albeit through the lens of cinematic adventure.

Though not bound by the laws of physics and engineering that govern real-world aerospace design, the Moonraker Shuttle captures the imagination and fuels interest in space travel. Its sleek design and fictional capabilities allow audiences to dream of what might be possible in the not-so-distant future, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy.

The Legacy of Giants:

The Antonov AN-225 Mriya and the Moonraker Shuttle, though one real and the other fictional, share a common legacy. They stand as symbols of human ambition to reach beyond our grasp, to explore the unknown, and to challenge the limits of what is possible. The AN-225, with its unmatched cargo-carrying capabilities, showcases the heights that engineering and technology can reach. Meanwhile, the Moonraker Shuttle inspires us to look towards the stars and imagine what adventures might await in the final frontier.

Together, these soaring giants remind us that whether through the feats of engineering or the dreams of storytellers, the desire to explore and expand our horizons is a fundamental part of the human spirit.