If the words “Thunderbird No.1” make your heart race, you were probably glued to the TV as a child. That sleek body slicing through the skies, that vivid speed rushing to the scene—now that dream machine has returned as “Thunderbird Mini No.1,” a miniature at about 100mm in length. Reissued by Aoshima Bunka Kyozai, this plastic model condenses the very essence of Thunderbird No.1 into a small scale—a true gem for fans. But this Mini No.1 isn’t just small. Its main wings are fully movable, letting you enjoy dynamic transformations just like the real machine. The cockpit is faithfully reproduced, and removing the heat-resistant cone reveals none other than Scott Tracy inside—an astonishing detail. The landing gear features metal parts that can be detached, and the metallic finish provides a striking accent against the plastic body, greatly enhancing the model’s overall quality.

Thunderbird No.1 was never just a reconnaissance craft. With a maximum speed of 24,000 km/h, it was International Rescue’s trump card, rushing to disaster sites faster than anything else. Using its onboard mobile command post and advanced communications equipment, it instantly grasped and reported local conditions, then supported the incoming rescue teams while fulfilling its role as the linchpin of the operation. It was truly a flying commander. That very heroism of Thunderbird No.1 is alive and well in this mini kit.

Unlike a pre-assembled toy, this kit requires assembly and painting, making it a full-fledged modeling experience. That’s why the sense of achievement upon completion is all the greater. Gathering glue, paint, and tools, and then building Thunderbird No.1 with your own hands will feel like returning to your boyhood days of total immersion. The effort pays off when you finally hold in your hands “your very own Thunderbird No.1.”

“Thunderbird Mini No.1” is a small-scale model imbued with the true spirit of the original. Why not recreate that feeling of flying through the skies with Scott, this time with your own hands? With every brushstroke of paint, you may find yourself reconnecting with the dreams you held as a child.