The Latécoère 523 is a high-quality, photo-real 3D model of the heavy six-engine maritime reconnaissance flying boat used by the French Naval Aviation during the early years of World War II. This asset captures the impressive scale of the high-wing monoplane, featuring its massive hull designed for long-range oceanic patrols. The aircraft is presented in a light maritime blue livery with authentic French Naval Aviation (Aéronautique Navale) roundels—distinguished by the black anchor—and the classic blue-white-red tricolor on the vertical stabilizer.

The model is built with high-accuracy geometry and uses clean, base-color shading suitable for various lighting environments. All renders are provided without postprocessing.

Suitable for all major 3D software suites, including Blender, 3ds Max, Maya, and Unreal Engine. Ideal for historical naval simulations, maritime documentaries, and cinematic visualizations of 1940s naval warfare.

Features:

High-quality polygonal model, correctly scaled to represent the massive dimensions of the original reconnaissance flying boat.

Model is fully textured with all materials applied to the aerodynamic hull and specialized wing structures.

Accurate representation of the six engines mounted in three tandem push-pull pairs along the high-set wing.

Detailed cockpit glazing and lateral observer ports for maritime surveillance.

Includes realistic wing-mounted stabilizing floats and structural bracing.

All textures and materials are included in the package.

Blender objects are logically named and organized for easy scene integration.

No cleanup is required—the model is ready for immediate use in your project.

File Formats:

Blender

OBJ

FBX

USD

STL

GLTF

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