Striking 1:50 scale model of the Shenzhou 6 spacecraft, the second human spaceflight of the Chinese space program, which launched on a Long March 2F rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center on October 12, 2005. The gold-tone metal model, which stands 11.5″ tall and 12.5″ wide, features the orbital, service, and reentry modules with four deployed solar panels. The model is set upon a base with an affixed plaque bearing raised Chinese and English text. In fine condition, with some light scuffs and marks to model; several thin lines of cracking to paint on base.
