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Mécavion Construction Sets
Mécavion was a system for making model aircraft similar to Meccano Aero Constructor. It was made in France from 1928 to the 1950s. The system can be divided into a number of model types:-
Mécavion(1) - A range of pre-war sets with a good range of parts.
Mécavion(2a) - A range of pre-war sets using smaller parts than above.
Mécavion(2b) - Similar to (2a) above but different struts.
Mécavion(3) - A post-war set called Pilote d'Essais (Test Pilot).
Mécavion(3) - A post-war set to make jet aircraft.
Mécavion(1)
Manufacturer / Distributor
Mécavion - M. Coudray, Veaugues Cher, France
Info from the Metal Constructional Systems Database for MÉCAVION [1] (Ref:MVN1)
Aerospace
France
1928 to 1950s
Steel (see comment *1)
M3.5
--
55 (approximately)
Variable
3.6
---
3.5
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: fillister (slotted)
Steel with a Nickel plated finish
6.0
6.0
Comments
Fair range of typical 'Aero' parts for good selection of models, including multi-engined. *1 Ads refer to aluminium but this may be colour, or wartime material.
The MCS document for this system is shown below. It can also be downloaded to your computer if desired here
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Pages from the 'Other Systems Newsletter' which contain information on this system are shown below. They can also be downloaded to your computer if desired here
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Below there are manuals/leafets which can be downloaded by clicking on the appropriate image.
A Mécavion(1) manual.
Mécavion(2a)
Manufacturer / Distributor
Mécavion - M. Coudray, Veaugues Cher, France
Info from the Metal Constructional Systems Database for MÉCAVION [2a] (Ref:MVN2a)
Aerospace
France
early 1930s to 1934
Steel (see comment *1)
M3.5,M2.5*
no boss
----
--
22 (approximately)
Variable
3.6 (see comment *2)
---
2.5
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: pan (slotted)
(see comment *3)
Steel with a Nickel plated finish
(see comment *4)
6.0(see comment *5)
6.0
Comments
Smaller range of smaller parts, fewer models, span 28¾cm. Probably 3 sets: 0-000, called Baby. *1 A few aluminium. *2 M2.5 on Axle ends. *3 Some 2.5 in some fuselages. *4*5*6 Need verifying.
NOTE - This system is covered in the MCS document above, so it is not repeated.
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There are currently no manuals, leaflets or photos etc. of Mécavion(2a) available for downloading. If you can supply any, please get in contact with me.
Mécavion(2b)
Manufacturer / Distributor
Mécavion - M. Coudray, Veaugues Cher, France
Info from the Metal Constructional Systems Database for MÉCAVION [2b] (Ref:MVN2b)
Aerospace
France
1930 to 19W2+?
Steel (see comment *1)
M3.5 (see comment *2)
no boss
----
--
22 (approximately)
Variable
3.6
---
--- (see comment *3)
Nuts: Nuts: I
Bolts: round (slotted)
Steel with a Steel finish
(see comment *4)
6.5
6.0
Comments
As MVN2a but different Struts, (eliptical) Wings, & probably no Motor. Span 28¾cm. Probably 3 sets: 0-000, called Baby. *1 A few aluminium. *2*3 Axle possible as MVN2a. *4 Possibly plated.
NOTE - The 'Other Systems Newsletter' pages displayed further up this web page, may also include information on this system/era.
There are currently no manuals, leaflets or photos etc. of Mécavion(2b) available for downloading. If you can supply any, please get in contact with me.
Mécavion(3)
Manufacturer / Distributor
Mécavion - M. Coudray, Veaugues Cher, France
Info from the Metal Constructional Systems Database for MÉCAVION [3] (Ref:MVN3)
Aerospace
France
1950s
Steel / Aluminium (Alloy)
28 (estimated)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: pan (slotted)
`
Comments
A set called PILOTE D'ESSAIS (Test Pilot) with parts to make 3 basically similar, very realistic models with 2, 3, or 4 engines; all with twin Fins and 54cm span.
NOTE - This system is covered in the MCS document above, so it is not repeated.
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There are currently no manuals, leaflets or photos etc. of Mécavion(3) available for downloading. If you can supply any, please get in contact with me.
Mécavion(4)
Manufacturer / Distributor
Mécavion - M. Coudray, Veaugues Cher, France
Info from the Metal Constructional Systems Database for MÉCAVION [4] (Ref:MVN4)
Aerospace
France
1950s
Steel
Nuts:
Bolts:
`
Comments
One Set makes at least 2 similar jet aircraft. Its lid shows these & 3 others, including a Meteor twin-engined type, which can probably/perhaps be made with a larger or add-on set.
NOTE - This system is covered in the MCS document above, so it is not repeated.
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There are currently no manuals, leaflets or photos etc. of Mécavion(4) available for downloading. If you can supply any, please get in contact with me.