Star Trek Bridge Tenth Scale Modular Nacelle SDCC 2026 Reveal and Interview
One of the most talked-about reveals at San Diego Comic-Con this year wasn’t a figure, it was a set piece, and Toy Habits had the chance to sit down with Nacelle founder Brian Volk-Weiss to dig into the details behind the company’s ambitious 1:10 scale Star Trek bridge that’s been turning heads since it was unveiled on the show floor. What makes this project so interesting from a collector’s perspective is the modular approach Nacelle is taking, breaking the full bridge into 12 individual buildable sections priced at roughly $59.99 each, which means you can commit to the entire build over time or just pick up a couple of sections to use as premium display backdrops for your figures without needing to go all in. That kind of flexibility is something I really appreciate, especially when we’re talking about a display piece at this scale, because the reality is not everyone has the space or the budget to dedicate to a full bridge, and giving collectors the option to curate their own setup is a smart move that respects both the hobby and the wallet. During our conversation, Volk-Weiss shared that the team is targeting LED lighting integration across the sections and is exploring sound effects if the cost structure allows it, all while keeping the price point as accessible as possible in a market where tariffs and rising manufacturing costs are squeezing margins everywhere. One detail that stood out to me was the inclusion of interchangeable dedication plaques, which lets you customize the bridge to represent different Starfleet vessels, a small but meaningful touch for Trek fans who want their display to reflect a specific era or ship. Volk-Weiss also confirmed that Nacelle is deliberately avoiding retailer-exclusive bridge sections, which is the kind of collector-friendly decision that can make or break a project like this, because nothing kills momentum on a buildable set faster than having to hunt down one section locked behind a single retailer. Preorders are expected to open in early 2027 with delivery planned for later that year, and the company is actively working to shorten those preorder windows so collectors aren’t left waiting indefinitely. There’s a lot to unpack from this interview, and I think the full conversation really sheds light on how Nacelle is approaching this line with collectors in mind from the ground up.
Star Trek Bridge Interview Summary with Brian Volk-Weiss
During our conversation with Nacelle founder Brian Volk-Weiss at San Diego Comic-Con, he explained that the company’s upcoming 1:10 scale Star Trek bridge was inspired by two very different ideas. The first was the iconic G.I. Joe USS Flagg playset, which he described as an aspirational centerpiece that separates casual collectors from dedicated ones. He wanted the Star Trek bridge to serve a similar role within Nacelle’s Star Trek line, a flagship display piece that collectors could work toward owning.
The second inspiration came from an unlikely source: BMW. Volk-Weiss compared the company’s lineup of vehicles to what he hopes to achieve with Nacelle’s Star Trek collectibles. Whether someone buys an entry-level BMW or a high-end luxury model, every vehicle carries the same badge. He wants the bridge to serve as that recognizable “North Star” for the Star Trek line—a centerpiece that connects every figure and collectible under one banner while celebrating Star Trek’s 60th anniversary.
While the completed bridge will be the largest Star Trek bridge ever produced at 1:10 scale, Volk-Weiss stressed that collectors won’t have to purchase it all at once. Instead, it will be released as 12 individual sections, giving fans the flexibility to buy only the pieces they want or gradually build the entire display over time. He believes many collectors will use individual sections as premium diorama displays for their figures rather than assembling the full bridge immediately.
Keeping the bridge affordable has been one of the project’s biggest priorities. Nacelle is targeting a retail price of $59.99 or less per section, although Volk-Weiss admitted rising plastic costs and tariffs have made that goal increasingly difficult. Even so, the company is still working to include LED lighting, and potentially sound features, without pushing the price beyond that target. “I want to be Walmart, not Tiffany’s,” Volk-Weiss said, explaining that Nacelle’s philosophy is to make high-quality collectibles accessible to as many fans as possible rather than focusing exclusively on the premium collector market.
Volk-Weiss also revealed a feature that longtime Star Trek fans will appreciate. The bridge section containing the turbolift will include four interchangeable dedication plaques, allowing collectors to display the bridge as different Starfleet vessels rather than only the USS Enterprise. Since the original television series frequently redressed the same bridge set to represent different ships, he felt this was an authentic way to let fans customize their display.
Looking ahead, Volk-Weiss said preorders are currently planned for early 2027, with delivery expected later in the year. He explained that Nacelle is intentionally announcing products later in their development cycle to shorten the gap between preorders and when customers actually receive their purchases. Initially, the bridge will be available directly through Nacelle before expanding to retailers such as BigBadToyStore and Entertainment Earth. Although retailers have expressed interest in offering exclusive bridge sections, Volk-Weiss said the company has resisted that approach because he doesn’t want collectors forced to visit multiple stores just to complete the display.
Toward the end of the interview, the conversation shifted to Nacelle’s upcoming Sectars line. While remaining tight-lipped on specific plans, Volk-Weiss made it clear the company intends to go deep into the property, even referencing the obscure vintage Body Bugg accessories as evidence of just how comprehensive the line could become. When asked about the possibility of environments or playsets, he smiled and simply told fans to “stay tuned.”
Star Trek Bridge
The Star Trek Bridge Tenth Scale Buildable Sectional sits inside a display case, showing the full circular command center with its sunken lower level, captain’s chair at the center, and individual crew stations lining the perimeter with sculpted console panels and chairs. Red trim runs along the upper railing and turbolift entrance, and the overall layout is a faithful recreation of the original series bridge, right down to the viewscreen area and the paired navigation and helm consoles in the lower pit.
Each numbered section tag is clearly marked along the perimeter, mapping out how the twelve individual pieces divide the bridge into buildable segments. The crew station consoles feature dense sculpted button arrays, toggle switches, and small display screens with printed graphics that pack a lot of detail at this scale.
The captain’s chair sits on a raised platform with sculpted armrest controls featuring rows of tiny buttons and a compact monitor on each side. Small numbered tags placed throughout the build indicate the segment divisions, and the helm console in the lower pit has a detailed printed navigation display with a circular star chart inset.
The helm and navigation console features two high-backed black chairs with curved white lower shells, flanking a dense instrument panel packed with printed button arrays, small indicator lights, and a circular star chart display at center. A red front panel runs along the base of the console, and a small white scanner hood sits at one end with a tiny rectangular viewing screen.
The turbolift entrance features a red sliding door flanked by beige vertical framing, with a small yellow dedication plaque mounted beside it reading “USS Enterprise” and “San Francisco, Calif.” Flanking console stations on either side carry printed multi-color display screens and dense rows of sculpted indicator buttons, and the overhead ceiling panel has a small working light mounted just above the doorframe.
The viewscreen section features a central monitor displaying an alien face, framed by flanking console panels loaded with sculpted button clusters in red, yellow, and green, each mounted on white panel inserts. A red trim band curves along the upper edge of the section, and two small working lights are mounted just above the console panels, angled down toward the stations.
