Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, SpaceX Strongback is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by chemteacher628, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

SpaceX Strongback 3D printable model by chemteacher628

SpaceX Strongback

Source: Thingiverse by chemteacher628

The SpaceX Strongback is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by chemteacher628. Celebrate the first flight of the Falcon Heavy with the SpaceX Strongback! This print is designed to work with my Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy models, which can be found in the. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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1,952 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-11-03 License: CC-BY-NC-SA · non-commercial 3 makes Category: 3D Printer

Tags: elon musk, falcon, Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, launch, launch pad, LaunchPad, nasa, Orbit, space, spacex, strong back, Strongback, Tesla

About this model

Celebrate the first flight of the Falcon Heavy with the SpaceX Strongback! This print is designed to work with my Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy models, which can be found in the links below. Falcon 9: Falcon Heavy: Model Features: •Scaled to fit 1 original Falcon prints which are approximately 1m tall •Arms swivel to grip around rocket •Slide the strongback to the left while in the vertical position and you can fold it flat •Slide the strongback to the right while in the vertical position and you can lock it in its 20° launch position ***Files starting with "9-" are a narrowed version of the model to better match the model in the Falcon 9 configuration, similar to the strong back at pad 40 at Cape Canaveral. The build directions are the same, just using the "9-" parts. Use the regular arm file…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. SpaceX Strongback is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by chemteacher628.
Who made this model?: Designed by chemteacher628, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?: Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.