A380

mjabbasi · 01-25-2008, 06:01 PM

Pretty soon I may start considering the purchase of one 1:200 A380. Even though I'm no big fan of the a/c, I have it in 1:400 in the colors of EK, QR, EY and MAS and just picked up the 1:250 Wooster version in EY colors, so I might as well add a 1:200 as well but I cannot decide which airline to get it in.

The Airbus house colors, QR old colors and AF are out of the question and neither am I too keen on SIA and LH, so what does that leave out...Qantas, China Southern, Virgin, KE, EK and MAS? From what I know, the Qantas is available in both HE and SM/RS, the China Southern in HE, VS in SM/RS, KE in SM/RS, EK in SM/RS and MAS in HG. I'm drawn to selecting Qantas as they're due to receive their first a/c this year and they've changed their livery, but from who can we expect to see the first QF A380 in the new livery with a correct registration from? Does HG/HE do a better A380 vs SM/RS?

B-16707 · 01-25-2008, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by mjabbasi

Does HG/HE do a better A380 vs SM/RS?

i have just the thread for you
http://www.diecastaircraftforum.com/...-s-better.html

mjabbasi · 01-25-2008, 06:35 PM

Thanks alot. That does help clear out alot.

However, it is possible that RS/SM may upgrade their A380 as they did with the 777 but for now the HG does indeed seem the better option of the two. I can also see SM/RS offer the A380 in a wider choice of airlines as compared to HG who might only stick to the basics being AF, QF or whoever they have a license with.

Didn't someone recently post a pic of the HG A380 in the new revised Qantas livery with the correct registration for their first a/c? Now that is something I could seriously consider. The only other option worth considering is the HG MAS A380.

Rex · 01-25-2008, 06:37 PM

I'm missing the A380 in EK, EY and QF colours in 1:400 scale. These three are my hot ones on the wishlist. Anyone can help me to get those, Please drop me a link or in my PM.

Moin, How about in the smaller scale?, I got an LH A380 (OG) 1:400 on my traderlist. PM me if interested.

Rex · 01-25-2008, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by mjabbasi

Didn't someone recently post a pic of the HG A380 in the new revised Qantas livery with the correct registration for their first a/c? Now that is something I could seriously consider. The only other option worth considering is the HG MAS A380.

SteveJ did post a Hogan QF A380...

http://www.diecastaircraftforum.com/...ntas-a380.html

However my computer doesnt seem to load the pictures..
Hopefully it works on your end, can you try out this link ??

If that doesn't work. How about a Herpa Qantas A380 with the new 2008 titles and bigfoot scheme .??
Qantas A380 arrives in new livery.

RandySF · 01-25-2008, 06:41 PM

Steve must have deleted the photos. They no longer appear.

mjabbasi · 01-25-2008, 06:42 PM

I'm done with the A380 in 1:400 and don't think I'd want any more although the GJ QF version in the new livery is most tempting. I have the EK version by DW and the QR, EY and MAS by GJ. The GJ A380's are easily available in all the airlines they have released them in. The DW EK might be a little hard to find now.

mjabbasi · 01-25-2008, 06:44 PM

Now that HE QF A380 is what I'm talking about but imagine the size of that box!! Any chances HG will release the exact same thing as it would definately be available for a cheaper price and more practicle packaging.

Rex · 01-25-2008, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by mjabbasi

I'm done with the A380 in 1:400 and don't think I'd want any more although the GJ QF version in the new livery is most tempting. I have the EK version by DW and the QR, EY and MAS by GJ. The GJ A380's are easily available in all the airlines they have released them in. The DW EK might be a little hard to find now.

Thanks, I'll try with PHX A380's, I prefer their mould instead, although I got a big fleet of GJ A380's...
If they turn out to be deleted,
Moin, if you want pictures of Qantas by Hogan in 1:200, Try to send SteveJ a PM.

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Originally Posted by mjabbasi

Now that HE QF A380 is what I'm talking about but imagine the size of that box!!

The box is about 30cm x 30 cm width x 12cm height... Correct me if Im wrong.

mjabbasi · 01-25-2008, 06:52 PM

I've seen the pics, I want the model!!

1:200Freak · 01-25-2008, 09:59 PM

I love my RS/SM A380s better to Hogans even though the latter definitely has a lot more details.

D-AIHC · 01-26-2008, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by mjabbasi

so I might as well add a 1:200 as well but I cannot decide which airline to get it in.

Moin, may I suggest the RS/SM TG A380?

http://www.skymarksmodels.com/cataloglarge/skr331.jpg

It's a nice mold with nice printing - matches your TG A345 perfectly!

1:200Freak · 01-26-2008, 02:11 PM

If you love that TG purple...you going to love it on this jet!

mjabbasi · 01-26-2008, 05:38 PM

Yes its nice but after seeing KAI's comparison shots of the RS vs HG A380, I'm leaning more in favour of HG and seeing that QF is next in line to receive theirs, and that too with a revised livery, I'm even more inclined to get that, but where to get it from???

1:200Freak · 01-26-2008, 05:43 PM

I think it is available all over the place, is it not?

mjabbasi · 01-29-2008, 03:42 PM

Well I've narrowed my choice of a 1:200 A380 to the following:

Herpa Qantas (Newest version, but available where?? Will Hogan be releasing one as well?)

RS/SM Qatar (The database here shows a second version having been released in the new 2006 colors which should be the new QR billboard livery, but no one apparently has it. Does it actually exist or is it yet another 'you know what'???).

Hogan MAS (From the MAS store).

B-16707 · 01-29-2008, 03:48 PM

hogan already has a qantas a380 out.

1:200Freak · 01-29-2008, 03:49 PM

If you must go for a Hogan A380, then your best bet would be the Air France...It's just gorgeous, the details take your breath away! I'm not big on AF or the cockpit windows on the HG version, but I can tolerate them on the AF A380. I wouldn't really suggest the HG Malaysia A380, unless you want to keep to fleet commonality with the HG versions for all of them. If you really want to feel like you are holding an A380 then the QF RS/SM version with the revised colours will be your best choice. Hopefully the wings will have some additional detailing like the (new) SQ A380 does. The older Qantas version already came with rotating engine blades. Hope I didn't confuse you even more now?

D-AIHC · 01-29-2008, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by mjabbasi

Herpa Qantas (Newest version, but available where?? Will Hogan be releasing one as well?)

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Originally Posted by B-16707

hogan already has a qantas a380 out.

Yep, that's right...even Steve has bought his already last month:

http://www.diecastaircraftforum.com/...ntas-a380.html

B-16707 · 01-29-2008, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by 1:200Freak

If you must go for a Hogan A380, then your best bet would be the Air France...It's just gorgeous, the details take your breath away! I'm not big on AF or the cockpit windows on the HG version, but I can tolerate them on the AF A380. I wouldn't really suggest the HG Malaysia A380, unless you want to keep to fleet commonality with the HG versions for all of them. If you really want to feel like you are holding an A380 then the QF RS/SM version with the revised colours will be your best choice. Hopefully the wings will have some additional detailing like the (new) SQ A380 does. The older Qantas version already came with rotating engine blades. Hope I didn't confuse you even more now?

sir, all hogan and herpa a380s are the same with the same detailing (basing this info on past releases). well minus the exclusives like the SQ a380 which doesnt have the wing details.

1:200Freak · 01-29-2008, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by B-16707

sir, all hogan and herpa a380s are the same with the same detailing (basing this info on past releases). well minus the exclusives like the SQ a380 which doesnt have the wing details.

The MH A380 seems to lack what the AF A380 offers....It just's so boring in comparision.

mjabbasi · 01-29-2008, 05:18 PM

Ok, next question: Who has the Hogan QF A380 in stock?

RandySF · 01-29-2008, 05:33 PM

diecastairplane.com has them in stock, moin.

mjabbasi · 01-29-2008, 06:39 PM

Thanks Randy. Just ordered one for around $43. Their site mentioned it as being on backorder and I gave the shipping address of a friend there in the US whom I'll be visting in the summer. Beats having to pay close to $80 for the Herpa version when they're basically one and the same thing.

RandySF · 01-29-2008, 06:49 PM

They showed being on backorder? I'm sorry. But yes, I noticed the price on the HE version. Crazy!!

mjabbasi · 01-31-2008, 03:34 PM

No problem. Just got an e-mail from them alongwith a tracking # telling me that its been shipped, so I guess they did havce it in stock but just hadn't updated the site.

Tapemeister · 01-31-2008, 09:45 PM

SIA A380 1/200th scale by Hogan Wings. Model delivered, available from KrisShop soon.

B-16707 · 01-31-2008, 10:39 PM

now thats a downright beautiful model. SOMEONE GET ME ONE NOW. im glad i didnt buy the risesoon one! imma dump those rubber wheels though. i wonder if this will be available in their shop online.

gosh purple and dual tone exhaust cones? im in heaven. this ups the bar from my hogan corporate colors a380

i LOVE Tapemeister! can i come shake your hand one day? and see your house or office full of airplane models ive never seen before?

hey daihc, you gonna finally get an a380 too now since its already passed its EIS? =)

FAEDC3 · 01-31-2008, 10:54 PM

I'm having one too.... this plane has senn revenue service, so I'm in for one. Cool details those on the exhaust cones..

mjabbasi · 01-31-2008, 11:26 PM

I wonder if Hogan or Herpa will ever do one in the Etihad or Qatar new livery? Even though I promised myself ONLY 1 A380 in 200 scale, I'd be very tempted to get one of those. Even the one MAS is offering is tempting to me.

smoothjazz · 02-01-2008, 12:08 AM

Gotta get that SQ 380! Very nice!

1:200Freak · 02-01-2008, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by mjabbasi

I wonder if Hogan or Herpa will ever do one in the Etihad or Qatar new livery? Even though I promised myself ONLY 1 A380 in 200 scale, I'd be very tempted to get one of those. Even the one MAS is offering is tempting to me.

Once you get one, you will want to get more.

RandySF · 02-01-2008, 12:38 AM

They be ugly

johnhung · 02-01-2008, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Tapemeister

SIA A380 1/200th scale by Hogan Wings. Model delivered, available from KrisShop soon.

I just checked the KrisShop but the photo is still Lupa's A380. I think there may be some Lupa stocks before Hogan version is for sale.

jkwan12345 · 02-01-2008, 01:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Tapemeister

SIA A380 1/200th scale by Hogan Wings. Model delivered, available from KrisShop soon.

i'm so glad i didnt get the lupa. i almost got it onboard, but held off for a hogan version. im glad i did now, that looks great.

1:200Freak · 02-01-2008, 11:10 AM

The detailing on the Hogan is as usual amazing..I don't regret getting the RS SQ A380, and would probably get the Hogan too...but those HG cockpit windows.. you got to hate them

B-16707 · 02-01-2008, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 1:200Freak

The detailing on the Hogan is as usual amazing..I don't regret getting the RS SQ A380, and would probably get the Hogan too...but those HG cockpit windows.. you got to hate them

kinda small no doubt but the other details and accuracy of the mold itself helps me oversee the small cockpit windows easily!

now im thinking of selling off my emirates a380...the fully upgraded one....

mjabbasi · 02-01-2008, 02:26 PM

I wouldn't mind taking it off you if you're in the mood of selling it.

B-16707 · 02-01-2008, 02:28 PM

yea ill let you know. may sell off my emirates 744F skycargo too.

im just afraid of the antennas on the a380 thats all. may have to cut holes in the plastic tray in the box to allow room for it. we shall see

1:200Freak · 02-01-2008, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by mjabbasi

I wouldn't mind taking it off you if you're in the mood of selling it.

Two A380s for Moin, and growing

D-AIHC · 02-01-2008, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by B-16707

hey daihc, you gonna finally get an a380 too now since its already passed its EIS? =)

Oh yes, of course!

D-AIHC · 02-01-2008, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Tapemeister

SIA A380 1/200th scale by Hogan Wings. Model delivered, available from KrisShop soon.

Thanks for the info and pics, Tapemeister! This will be my first A380 in my collection!

B-16707 · 02-01-2008, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by D-AIHC

Thanks for the info and pics, Tapemeister! This will be my first A380 in my collection!

mine too!!!

D-AIHC · 02-01-2008, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by B-16707

mine too!!!

But you got an EK A380!!!

B-16707 · 02-01-2008, 05:02 PM

whoops i meant "meeee tooo!" as in not my first a380 but i want this SQ a380 too. hah

rumor has it that EK a380s and SkyCargos may stop service at LWT intl soon.

D-AIHC · 02-01-2008, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by B-16707

rumor has it that EK a380s and SkyCargos may stop service at LWT intl soon.

Yes, I read it...and they might be going to Moin.

mjabbasi · 02-02-2008, 01:56 AM

Well I'm not so keen on the 744F as I already have the Jade, TNT and forthcoming Great Wall which is enough for the time being, but as far as the A380 is concerned, I asked for it first.

B-16707 · 02-02-2008, 03:15 AM

yes moin you did ask for it first. let me mull it over for a few more days. i actually dont have the box with me so ill need to go retrieve that before i do anything and i cant do that for another 2 weeks. if you get one from airkuro, by all means, dont let me hold you back.

mjabbasi · 02-02-2008, 05:52 AM

Actually to be honest, the reason I'm showing so much interest is because of the detailing you've done to it. Saves me having to do anything to it. Had you not done those mods, I probably wouldn't have shown this interest.

D-AIHC · 02-02-2008, 11:29 AM

I also notice that the SQ A388 9V-SKA pics posted by 'Tapemeister' show that the emergency exit door fully-printed and not partially-printed as in earlier HG A380 releases.

I'm really glad to see that fixed and not to mention the extra details too! It will definitely be my first A380!!! Thanks again!!!