What Is the Correct Registry Number for the USS Kelcie Mae?
You may have seen references to the USS Kelcie Mae showing the registry number as 618 rather than 518.
The registry number 518 used on the Star Trek Ships model is correct and is based on the final production version of the ship.
Why Is the USS Kelcie Mae Sometimes Shown as 618?
During the original design process for the USS Kelcie Mae, early artwork showed the number 618 on the ship.
These early designs became known among Star Trek fans, which is why the USS Kelcie Mae is sometimes referenced online with the number 618.
However, the registry was changed during the later stages of production.
Why Does the Model Show 518?
In the final on-screen version of the USS Kelcie Mae, the registry number is 518.
Although the number is only briefly and faintly visible on screen, the final visual effects (VFX) version of the ship uses 518 rather than 618.
The official reference renders supplied by the Star Trek licensor also show the registry number as 518. These are the approved production references used for the Star Trek Ships model.
Is 518 a Printing or Manufacturing Error?
No.
The 518 registry number on the USS Kelcie Mae model is intentional and correct.
The difference exists because:
- Early design artwork showed 618.
- The registry was subsequently changed during production.
- The final on-screen/VFX version uses 518.
- The official licensed reference renders supplied for the model also use 518.
- The Star Trek Ships model therefore correctly reproduces the registry as 518.
Do I Need a Replacement Model?
No.
A USS Kelcie Mae model displaying 518 does not require replacement, as this is the correct registry number based on the final production and officially licensed reference material.
If you have previously seen the USS Kelcie Mae identified as 618, this originates from earlier artwork created before the ship's final production design was completed.