Star Wars Legion Raddaugh Gnasp Fluttercraft: Assembly Notes

Quick answer

Assemble the Raddaugh Gnasp Fluttercraft in five stages: dry-fit every part, clean mold lines, glue the hull and crew with plastic cement, pin the flying stand for stability, and attach the finished model to its base last. The most common mistake is gluing the flight stand before the hull is fully set, which leads to a leaning model. Work slowly and test-fit each subassembly before committing to glue.

What you need before you start

The Raddaugh Gnasp Fluttercraft Unit Expansion is a compact scout craft for Star Wars: Legion, and like most Legion plastic kits it rewards a little preparation. You will need a hobby knife, fine sanding sticks or a file, plastic cement, superglue for any resin or metal components, a pin vise with paperclip wire for pinning, and a cutting mat. Keep a dry-fit pot or small tray handy so you do not lose the smaller Wookiee crew parts.

• Hobby knife with fresh blades
• Plastic cement and superglue
• Pin vise and 0.8–1 mm wire
• Sanding sticks or needle files
• Cutting mat and tweezers

Dry-fit and identify the flying stand

Before any glue, lay out the hull halves, the bowcaster and grenade options, the crew figures, and the flying stand. The fluttercraft is designed to be mounted on a stand, so check how the hull connects to the stand socket. If the fit is loose, plan to pin it later. Dry-fitting also shows which seams will be visible after assembly, so you know where to focus cleanup.

Clean mold lines and test the crew fit

Mold lines on the hull and on the Wookiee crew are easiest to remove before gluing. Scrape gently with the back of a hobby knife blade and finish with a sanding stick. Test-fit the crew into their seats or foot positions; if a figure rocks or leaves a gap, trim the contact point slightly rather than forcing it. A clean, dry fit here prevents a visible gap after cement sets.

Glue the hull in stages

Join the main hull halves first and hold them until the cement grabs, then set the assembly aside to cure fully before adding the crew or the weapon options. Plastic cement softens the joint, so rushing to attach the crew while the hull is still flexible can distort the seam. If you are building the bowcaster variant, attach it after the hull is stable so you can align it naturally with the crew's line of sight.

Pin the flight stand for a stable model

The fluttercraft is a repulsorcraft-style model, and a top-heavy miniature on a narrow stand will lean or snap if it is only glued. Drill a hole through the stand's top into the hull socket, insert a short length of paperclip wire, and glue with superglue or two-part epoxy. Keep the pin vertical so the model sits level. This is the single most important step for a table-ready fluttercraft.

Attach the base and check balance

Once the hull and stand are fully cured, glue the stand into the base. Set the model on a flat surface and check for lean from two angles. If it tips, remove the stand and re-pin rather than bending the plastic, which can crack the joint. Let the whole assembly cure overnight before priming.

Assembly steps with checkpoints

1. Dry-fit all parts: Lay out the hull, crew, weapon options, and flying stand, and test how each piece meets without glue. Checkpoint: every part should sit flush or show a clear, small gap you can fix before gluing.
2. Clean mold lines: Scrape and sand mold lines on the hull and crew before assembly, focusing on seams that will stay visible. Mistake to avoid: cleaning after gluing can damage nearby detail or knock off small parts.
3. Glue the hull halves: Apply plastic cement to the hull joint, press until it grabs, and let it cure fully before adding crew or weapons. Checkpoint: the seam should be tight and the hull should not flex when you test it gently.
4. Attach the crew and weapons: Glue the Wookiee crew into their fitted positions, then add the bowcaster or grenade option once the hull is stable. Mistake to avoid: forcing a crew figure can open a gap; trim the contact point instead.
5. Pin the flying stand: Drill through the stand top into the hull socket, insert wire, and glue with superglue or epoxy, keeping the pin vertical. Checkpoint: the model should sit level with no lean when balanced on the stand.
6. Attach the base and cure: Glue the stand into the base, check balance from two angles, and let the full assembly cure overnight before priming. Mistake to avoid: bending a leaning stand can crack the joint; re-pin instead.

Product facts

• Star Wars Legion: Raddaugh Gnasp Fluttercraft Unit Expansion: The Raddaugh Gnasp Fluttercraft Unit Expansion is a compact scout craft used to patrol the dense wroshyr forests of Kashyyyk, described as fast, deadly, and able to harry the enemy with bowcaster fire or expertly lobbed grenades. Knowing the model is a fast scout craft with weapon options helps you plan the build around a dynamic pose and choose the bowcaster or grenade loadout before gluing.