The CollectA Maip macrothorax brings one of South America's newest giant predators to life with impressive detail and an action-oriented design. Featuring a sleek body, powerful stance, and movable jaw, this 1:40 scale model captures the appearance of a formidable Late Cretaceous hunter while incorporating current paleontological interpretations.
The CollectA Maip macrothorax measures: 9.6" L x 2.8" H.
The CollectA Deluxe Maip macrothorax is an outstanding theropod figure that combines scientific accuracy with visual appeal. The sculpt highlights the dinosaur's long, athletic body, deep chest, and powerful tail, while the movable jaw adds an interactive feature that enhances display options. Fine texturing across the body, including feather-like details along the neck and back, adds realism and reflects modern interpretations of predatory dinosaurs.
The earthy color palette accented by bold striping creates a striking appearance without overwhelming the sculpted details. From the narrow hips to the elongated skull, the figure successfully captures the distinctive anatomy that makes Maip one of the most fascinating recent dinosaur discoveries.
Maip macrothorax was a large predatory dinosaur that lived during the Late Cretaceous Period in what is now Argentina. It belonged to the megaraptorid group of theropods and is considered one of the largest known members of that lineage. Fossil evidence suggests it may have exceeded 30 feet in length, making it one of the dominant predators of its ecosystem.
Its name translates roughly to "large-chested evil spirit," combining a reference to its unusually broad chest cavity with a figure from local mythology. As one of the last large predatory dinosaurs in South America before the end of the Age of Dinosaurs, Maip provides important insights into the evolution and diversity of theropod predators during the Late Cretaceous.
Part of the Dinosaur Series by CollectA.
Made of durable synthetic material. Hand Painted.
Suitable for Ages 3 and Up.
Product Code: CA80036
Model Number: CollectA #80036
Brand: CollectA
3+ Years
Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.
