This is a model of an alien UFO with a tractor beam below it. It is an elegant, minimalist print and looks great as a desk toy or shelf display. The model can be printed in two parts, the ufo and the tractor beam, which are then connected together using the peg at the top of the tractor beam. Glue is required for a strong connection between the parts. If you do not want to use the tractor beam, you can print the alternate ufo-bottom-nobeam and connector-nobeam files instead.

This model was designed as a companion to the minimalist rocket ship, available here. Be sure to follow me on Thangs or on Twitter to be notified as I release free, high quality designs like this every week.

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