The description below is taken from the Airfix catalogue this kit was first seen in. There is also extra information underneath the main catalogues description including the changes to the name of this kit in the catalogues.
Airfix Catalogue description:Over 19 inches high on its display base, this model of the first American rocket to put a man into space features removable stages and a detailed command capsule with crew. - Taken from the 8th edition catalogue (1970)
Airfix Series (first appearance): 6 Rarity of early version: Rare First Issued: 1971
Box art ArtistsInformation taken from: Airfix Collectors Club, Artist and Kit list - 6th Ed. Compiled by Jeremy Brook.Artist on Box Type 3: Roy Cross Artist on Box Type 10: Roy Cross Artist on Box Type 16: Mike Trim
This kit appeared in these catalogues:
8th Edition (1970) Ref: SK622 9th Edition (1971) Ref: SK622 10th Edition (1973) Ref: 06172-2 11th Edition (1974) Ref: 06172-2 12th Edition (1975) Ref: 06172-2 13th Edition (1976) Ref: 06172-2 2010 Edition Ref: A06172 2011 Edition Ref: A06172 2012 Edition Ref: A06172 2013 Edition Ref: A06172
Just some of the kits listed...
