Relive the dawn of the Space Age with the Glencoe Models 1/76 scale Vanguard Rocket & Cape Canaveral Launch Complex. Originally tooled in the late 1950s by Straco/ITC and faithfully reissued by Glencoe, this kit captures the iconic TV-3 Vanguard rocket on its Cape Canaveral launch pad — America's first satellite launch attempt during the International Geophysical Year.
The kit includes a detailed launch complex with gantry structure, service tower, and ground support equipment alongside the slender Vanguard rocket itself. A faithful snapshot of early American space history that displays beautifully and builds up quickly — a great addition to any space or rocketry collection.
Kit Highlights
- 1/76 scale Vanguard rocket with Cape Canaveral launch complex
- Detailed gantry and service tower
- Reissue of the classic late-1950s Straco/ITC tooling
- Great display model for space history enthusiasts
What You'll Need
- Plastic cement
- Hobby knife
- Paints (light gray, white, silver, red, black)
Paint and adhesive not included. Browse our paints and tools section to complete your build.
