Buck Rogers' Starfighter (a.k.a. Thunderfighter) Filming Miniature from Buck Rogers in the 25th Century (NBC, 1979-1981).

Originally designed by legendary Star Wars production illustrator Ralph McQuarrie for Battlestar Galactica, and built by Universal Hartland for use in Buck Rogers. Vintage original model miniature constructed of dense, self-skinning polyurethane foam and cast resin components over an internal metal armature with two mounting points, expertly assembled, painted, and detailed with painted and decal badging and cockpit embellishments. In the series, these Starfighters were used by Buck Rogers (Gil Gerard) and the Earth Defense Directorate to protect Earth and its space force. The design features two signature pointed booms at the front of ship and twin engines in the rear. Includes a miniature, uniformed pilot the cockpit with a removable canopy. The 22.5" x 13" x 7" model exhibits studio distressing, handling, and age. Comes with a COA from Heritage Auctions. From the Collection of Greg Jein.