This fantastic space shuttle model comes complete with launch pad and detachable communications satellite. Extremely durable, the wood and foam construction allows children to boldly go where no child has ever ventured before! The mobile launch pad is moved into position supported by its 12 wheel undercarriage and then placed into launch mode. Once the astronaut is in place countdown can begin and lift off follows. On the shuttles return to earth, touchdown is easy as wheels are lowered on approaching the desert landing strip. Complete with two astronauts - dimensions of launch pad are 36cm x 26cm x 20cm.