Star Wars Millennium Falcon MPC Model build!

Cockpit 3d file
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Engine grate
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[@dermotmoriarty2819]

How I dreamt this model would look when I first built it aged 15. Best MPC build, fantastic work.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thank you, much appreciated!

[@lonestarr_sixer9554]

One of the coolest cross-sections I seen regarding the Falcon is it showing the engines as they are multiple small engines arranged in a curve

[@scaleModelAddict]

Beauty job in this. Great tip for scribing. Thanks.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thank you!!

[@claytonmoore2091]

Awesome!! I have the original one from the 70's, the box was pretty bad and in a cupboard in the garage - LOL. I finally brought it in to work on it. I may go a head and get this one as well, we'll see.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thank you! It was a very fun project!

[@dirgantara624]

that's I like, build for looking more better for display 😊 special with fill some light inside ❤

[@alaingadbois2276]

For an old model kit, it turned out extremely well! And for the price it is really worth it. It’s only week spot, detail wise, is the rear engine deck. But once painted and weathered, it looks the part.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Considering the cost, it's really not that bad. Just needs some extra attention...lol

[@apathtrampledbydeer8446]

That weatherig and the paintjob really made this model look great!

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thanks!! That's my favorite part of the build!

[@dutchesssatine1316]

You seem to have referred to the 32 inch model paint work while MPC falcon is based on 5 foot model. Still it looks fantastic and one of the best falcon models I've seen. 👋👋👋

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thanks, was a mix of images I used as a reference...at the end of it I just had fun with it.

[@CAMgeek]

Great job on the build and good commentary. You move the video along nicely and don't get bogged down in detail while still providing plenty of information. That is a hard balance to make. Again, nice job.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thanks! I appreciate the kind words! I probably could have split the build into two parts.

[@TimBailey859]

Thanks for posting the STL files. I just downloaded the grill and Cockpit. Hope to see you at Wonderfest this year. Tim

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thanks, I'll be there!

[@patcarey7229]

This turned out very nice compared to what you started with. I've got to learn that kind of patience. Well done!

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thanks!! It tries my patience as well...lol

[@robertdouble559]

I used to have a tonne of those old SW model kits. I wonder if they're lurking in a cupboard still. Tyderium, Star Destroyer, Slave One, A wing, Falcon. Cool models.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

They are in builds. The Tyderium is still a model people want.

[@rastanz]

Beautifully built. Fantastic model.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thank you!!

[@Iams001]

Fantastic as always!!!!!!!!

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thanks friend!!

[@Bob-b7x6v]

Great 3D printed grill insert.

[@paulpisters668]

Wow, you really did a great job 👏🏻

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thank you!!

[@HobbyLinkInternational]

Incredible job on the build!

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thank you!!

[@Bob-b7x6v]

You're a good DC lighting technician.

[@kevinnazario1015]

Beautiful job. Is an old kit. But is still a solid foundation for a solid falcon. Plus is the cheapest of the large ones. I am working on one from the RotJ release box.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thank you! It's far cheaper than the other ones for sure. With a little love and a lot of patience it's not bad at all...lol

[@JC-tt9sq]

Awesome build can you share the weathering on you next build show types of paint techniques Thank you

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thanks, I'll try to show more in the future... maybe I'll make a video just in weathering...it's my favorite part of a build.

[@ragingmando5956]

Outstanding work!!!!! Looking forward to more content.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thank you! I appreciate the support!

[@lurkerrekrul]

I was never a great modeler. I mainly used to just glue the kits together and not bother with painting or detailing. That said, I had this kit when it originally came out. I seem to recall there not being any kind of console in the cockpit, and I glued a small piece of scrap plastic in it to sort of represent a console. I also remember it not even coming with any blue parts for the engine, so I took a piece of blue paper and used it in place of the white paper that they told you to use. I used to have most of the first wave of kits. I think the only one I have left is R2D2 and hes in need of some repairs. It always pissed me off that the only thing holding his legs on were plastic pegs maybe 1-2mm thick. Naturally they would eventually break on the third or four time he toppled over. They really should have included a metal rod, an maybe soft plastic collars for the joints, to provide strength and keep it from tipping over so easily. The only viable way to display it was in 3-leg mode. I might have my C3PO model packed away somewhere.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

It's all about enjoying the hobby. I continually try to get better and better but not to the point that it becomes unenjoyable.

[@BrianD]

Model looks amazing! I'll be referencing this video when I get to paint and lighting!

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thanks! Did you see the link to the file?

[@BrianD]

@@EagleSciFiModeler You're welcome! I did try the link but it says 404 error (no file found)

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Hmmm...it does that when I use my phone but my laptop takes me to the file.

[@BrianD]

@@EagleSciFiModeler I assume you are logged into thingiverse on the laptop and not on the phone. Maybe the file is private & not public? Not sure, but thank you for trying to share it!

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

I think I have the link working now.

[@artistar71]

Even though I have the 1/72 Bandai Perfect Grade and the Finemolds Revell Falcon(boxed), I'm still suitably impressed by the detail. Not in the 900 range, but for the limited parts version, that's not half bad!

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

I've built the Finemolds one.. I remember the 1000 plus pieces....lol. one day I'll pull the trigger on the Bandai version, it's an amazing model.

[@artistar71]

@@EagleSciFiModelerNot quite a 1000 +, the Revell rebox says 904 pieces. Which is daunting enough.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Ah, maybe it just seemed that way ..lol

[@paulgertsch7105]

Turned out great. Will you be taking it to the Atlanta Modelcon?

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Probably... haven't decided yet.

[@darthvaydr]

I love your video on this build! I’m currently working on this exact exact same model. It has a lot of flash on the parts lol I’m going to start working on my lights tomorrow. Can you tell me what kind of LED strip you’re using? Does it already have the wires soldered to the strip? I don’t know whole lot about lighting as I’m just getting into model building myself. I’m not sure what I need to look for on Amazon for the LED light strip.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thank you. I use a bright white LED strip for the engine lights. Don't get indoor/outdoor kind they have a protective rubber coating on them and they are harder to work with. They usually have wires at one end but you'll need to segment to make it fit. They can be cut and are usually marked where to cut them. I would recommend watching some videos on how to light your models. I may make one soon

[@darthvaydr]

@@EagleSciFiModeler ok thank you!! Your videos have been helpful for me. I’m almost finished with the MPC Vader TIE fighter and have been referring to your videos on my builds 😎👍🏻

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

@@darthvaydr I appreciate the support!!

[@lloydstephens2994]

Beautiful

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thank you!!

[@TimBailey859]

Would you mind sharing your STL for the gunner's bay? I do have a the cockpit from a Bandai Advanced Tie Fighter which I might try to use for the gunner's bay. I haven't measured anything so it may not work. I would like to do a Cloud City diorama for this model, similar to the one Boylei Hobby did several years ago. BTW - I did see your Y-Wing at Wonderfest it was impressive.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

I will but in the middle of a move at my work so it might be a few days! Thank you, it was a fun build I usually try to do one or two dioramas a year.

[@Blowinshiddup]

If the parts aren't warped, THAT would be a big improvement over the two old kits I have...

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

This kit still shows it's age but the upgrades are a big improvement.

[@Bob-b7x6v]

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[@bucknertarsney7674]

Awesome job, man!

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thanks!!!

[@zeroa6]

Stunning!!

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thanks!!

[@AvengerII]

I think it's a reasonably-detailed model AND a good size at a much better price than the Japanese releases. Honestly, when the thing's painted up and unless you're anal retentive---! (Heh. I know I chuckled when I wrote that last part. We have rivet counters in the audience! I'm picky, too, but there's a point when I shut off the nuttiness at 85% and just live with the end result! This a Millennium Falcon kit I wouldn't mind displaying if I'd produced it.) I don't know what people are expecting from nearly 50-year-old tooling. There are few fewer problems with this than there are with the AMT/ERTL classic 18" Enterprise. The Revell Enterprise should have obliterated the original AMT Enterprise but for some reason the Revell people got REALLY stupid and produced the most inaccurate Enterprise kit in recent history! This Han Solo Millennium Falcon is still a better release than anything that's come directly from Disney in a LONG time!

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

It's not bad for what it is. I enjoyed the build and the challenge.

[@TrayChester01]

JFC! That flash! I had the 1978 kit, and it did NOT have that level of flash. Also, that curved piece was for installing the original incandescent rice bulbs for the engine. Yeah, that's all we had at the time. No such thing as LED's. It's funny that they still included the battery box. That clunky thing holds two C batteries!

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

It is funny they included those obsolete parts.

[@AvengerII]

Do they even MAKE C batteries anymore?!? There's so much stuff you have to buy online now because stores don't stock that stuff anymore!!!

[@AvengerII]

@@EagleSciFiModeler This is Round 2/PL we're talking about! They work with what they're provided and make minimal changes. They didn't totally redo the original mold but I'm sure even these modifications weren't cheap! Still, it is surprising they kept that "obsolete plastic" in there. It can probably be repurposed anyway. NOTE: I am commenting before seeing the video as danger as that is!

[@TrayChester01]

@@AvengerII Yep, and D, and 9-volt, and 12-volt. :)

[@antonybullock2240]

I've had that original kit sat around for about 20 years as I started to super detail it, then the Fine Molds kit came out and its been sat gathering dust ever since. Why have cotton when you can have silk.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

I've built all kinds including the Finemolds...I enjoyed all of them.

[@Bob-b7x6v]

Chewie: RAAAAAARGH!

[@garymoore2674]

Greetings my friend where did you get the quads from,can't see anything on shapeways

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

I found the file on thingiverse and used my resin printer to print them out. Thanks for viewing!!

[@BrianD]

I'm currently building one of kits also. Would you be willing to make the 3d print files available for download?

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

I'll see what I can do...I've never made a file available so I'll have to figure that out.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

I've downloaded the file into Thingiverse and included a link in the description.

[@Bob-b7x6v]

And you made the mount.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

I did! Thanks for the support!

[@Bob-b7x6v]

Vintage!

[@SAINT-ANTONIO]

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[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thanks, if only I could...lol

[@Bob-b7x6v]

Nice reuse of a monitor bracket.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

Thanks!

[@cjdavis2684]

didn't the original kit have landing gear? I remember building the old kit and it having landing gear which I like allot better then destroying the underside with the stand.

[@EagleSciFiModeler]

It does, I prefer it flying through space...lol