Star Trek USS Enterprise NCC1701C
Star Trek USS Enterprise NCC1701C
Great fit and details. Build the Yamaguchi or battle-damaged Enterprise-C from Yesterday's Enterprise

The Ambassador Class Enterprise-C was featured in only one episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation. It was the last of the large Enterprise models (Original Series through Enterprise-E) made by AMT from 1968 to 1999. This was a great kit to begin with; parts fit and details were a bit better than the other Enterprise kits released prior to the “C.” Round2 has brought it back with some cool improvements. This kit can be built in any one of three versions right out of the box. You can build a pristine Enterprise-C, which is the easiest option. For the second version, two thirds of the nicely executed decal sheet is composed of well over a hundred battle scar markings, which duplicate the extreme damage seen in the fan-favorite episode, “Yesterday’s Enterprise”. Extra parts and decals are also included to build the Yamaguchi, featured briefly in Deep Space Nine episode, “Emissary.” Some modifications such as cutting and scraping off details will be needed to build the Yamaguchi. This reviewer’s kit was molded in light blue plastic (box says it’s light gray). Instruction sheet is good but it says to paint engine Bussard domes blue, instead of correct red. It’s always a good idea to verify such information from other sources, including the show itself. This model doesn’t have a complex “Aztec” paint pattern, but a fair bit of masking and painting is involved to make a nice looking model. Be sure to thoroughly scrub the plastic prior to applying paint; this reviewer noted a very slippery mold release that did not come off with dish soap and a brush. A wipe with paint thinner (test on an inside surface first to be sure it won’t etch the plastic) quickly dispatched the mold release and paint adhered normally after doing this. A new, sturdy dome base completes an exceptional offering by Round2/AMT. The kit is easy to build for those desiring an interesting, no-fuss Enterprise model.