PLANNOSAURUS Mosasaurus 1899

The PLANNOSAURUS Mosasaurus 1899 is an injection-plastic model kit from BANDAI HOBBY's "Plannosaurus" series. This kit allows enthusiasts to construct a detailed Mosasaurus, specifically recreating a historical interpretation of the creature as published in 1899. The "Plannosaurus" brand encourages learning about dinosaurs by assembling them from the skeleton outwards.

Key features of this model kit include:

• Recreates a Mosasaurus based on an 1899 reconstruction, featuring a mane-like series of scales from its head to its tail and a straight tail, reflecting historical scientific interpretations.
• Offers a "Skeletal Build" phase to understand the internal anatomy of dinosaurs.
• Includes a "Dinosaur Build" phase where outer skin parts are attached to the skeleton, a unique plastic model technique.
• Designed for easy assembly with a snap-fit construction, requiring no nippers or glue.
• Features multiple points of articulation, allowing the mouth to open and close, and movement in the head, neck, limbs, abdomen, and tail fin to recreate dynamic swimming poses.
• Can be displayed in either its skeletal form or with its full outer skin.
• Reproduces the characteristic two rows of teeth in the upper jaw.
• The model expresses fine and delicate skin formations, similar to those found on iguanas and monitor lizards, which are thought to have covered mosasaurs.
• Made of durable plastic materials.

The product comes with:

• All necessary pieces to build the Mosasaurus model.
• A display base or pedestal to showcase the finished model in a swimming pose.
• A sheet of stickers or seals for detailing.
• Assembly instructions, which may or may not include an English translation.

This model kit is designed for ages 6 and up, appealing to families, dinosaur enthusiasts, and hobbyists who enjoy hands-on building and learning about prehistoric creatures. It offers an engaging way to explore dinosaur anatomy and historical paleontological interpretations through a fun and accessible model-building experience.