Takom has already given us the Object 279 in 72nd & 35th scale. But this kit in the larger scale is long out of print. They have re-released the kit - this time with an NBC commando to escort it. Very fitting. We look at the CADs for the kit in our preview...Read on... »

MiniArt has continued their 1/72nd scale range with the new StuH 42 Ausf. G Early Prod. A short-barrelled StuH, this will attract plenty of modellers after the high quality in a smaller kit. We look at the art & CADs in our preview...Read on... »

The second test shot build of Magic Factory's new 48th scale A-4M kit is with us in new images of the kit built up. We look at the kit just prior to release today...Read on... »

The Hetzers Jagdpanzer 38t's that were liberated by the Czech resistance in the Prague uprising in 1945 are the subject of Snowman Model's next 1/35th scale release. We look at the real things & the kit features in our preview...Read on... »

MiniArt has been great in supplying plastic figures of civilians for WWII-era settings. Today they branch out to give us more contemporary people with this set "Modern Café Visitors" in 1/35th scale. We see them in colours & plastic sprues in our preview...Read on... »

An early, large-scale Tiger II & the USS Midway from WWII era are the subjects of Trumpeter's two releases of June. We look at the info, art, colours & built-up test kits in our preview...Read on... »

Magic Factory continue their range of ships in cement-free construction from pre-coloured plastic. A shortcut to many, but surely not an inconvenience - we take a look at their 350th scale kit in our preview...Read on... »

The third boxing of MiniArt's new M3 Stuart light tank gives us the "Early Production" with a full interior. We look at the art & CADs in our preview...Read on... »

We present the second part of Andy King's build of the 72nd scale URAL-4320 truck from ICM. He tackles the complex digital camo decals, painting & weathering in Pt. II today...Read on... »

1:35 PLA 59 Medium Tank ITEM No.: 84548

1:35 V300 90mm Cockerill Gun ITEM No.: 84573

1:700 Olympic ITEM No.: 83421

 

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Clayton from Workbench Hobbies has the first part of his build & review of the M2A2 ODS SA IFV in 35th scale from Magic Factory for us today. We look at some sprues before watching how it all goes together in Pt.I of his video...Read on... »

Today we see the completed build of MiniArt's new Opel Blitz 3t truck in 1/35th scale. You can see a lot about the model from a simple build without paint. This one scrubs up OK in our preview...Read on... »

I Love Kit's latest release is the 1/16th scale M4A1 Sherman. We look at the art, decals, marking choices & built test shots in our preview...Read on... »

MiniArt's combination of their 7.5cm anti-tank gun & crew in a combined set in 1/35th scale. We look at the gun, the schemes & the sprue layout in our preview today...Read on... »

We look at some mortal combat, Daniel-less Mohicans & see a gold digger's loaded ass in Masterbox's two kits of May. We look at the two sets and the stories behind them in our preview...Read on... »

MiniArt powers our dioramas with new plastic kits that were previously only the space of resin & obscure kit makers. This massive lathe is their latest workshop accessory in 1/35th scale. We look at it in our preview...Read on... »

1/48 F-104 STARFIGHTER (C Version) “VIETNAM WAR 479th Tactical Fighter Wing”
Scale … 1:48
Item no … 07533（07533）
Estimated No. of parts … 143
Category … Modern U.S. Jet Fighter
Size length …367mm width …160mm

Markings
1) U.S.A.F. 479th Tactical Fighter Wing Code: 70928
2) U.S.A.F. 479th Tactical Fighter Wing Code: [70925:Smoke II]

1/72 F-15J EAGLE “304SQ NAHA SPECIAL MARKING 2023”
Scale … 1:72
Item no … 02469（02469）
Estimated No. of parts … 140
Category … Modern U.S. Jet Fighter
Size length …267mm width …179mm

Markings
J.A.S.D.F. 9AW 304SQ “304SQ NAHA SPECIAL MARKING 2023” Code: 945 (42-8945) Naha A.B. Dec.,2023

1/200 E-767 AWACS “Airborne Warning & Control Wing 40th ANNIVERSARY”
Scale … 1:200
Item no … 10860（10860）
Estimated No. of parts … 50
Category … Japanese Airbone Early Warning and Control
Size length …242.5mm width …239mm

Markings
J.A.S.D.F. “Airborne Warning & Control Wing 602SQ 40th anniv.” special marking Code: 501(64-3501) Dec., 2023

1/72 Kawasaki T-4 BLUE IMPULSE “Acro View”
Scale … 1:72
Item no … SP593（52753）
Estimated No. of parts … 67
Category … Japanese Jet Trainer
Size length …181mm width …138mm
*Bonus: A postcard is included.

Markings
J.A.S.D.F. aerobatic team “BLUE IMPULSE” 2023

1/72 Kyushu J7W2 INTERCEPTOR FIGHTER SHINDENKAI “352nd Flying Group”
Scale … 1:72
Item no … 02468（02468）
Estimated No. of parts … 42
Category … WWII Japanese Interceptor
Size length …131mm width …154mm

Markings
1) I.J.N. 352nd N.F.G. Code: 352-90 1947 (Imaginable marking)
2) I.J.N. 352nd N.F.G. Code: 352-97 1947 (Imaginable marking)
3) Luftwaffe Yellow-14 1947 (Imaginable marking)

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Rado Miniatures have brand new 3-D printed wheels for your Morris & 8-Rad vehicles, mesh grilles, insignia & MG's for your tank hunters already on sale We look at them in our preview...Read on... »

A bit of a break with the norm today as we see MiniArt's new Puma armoured car in a build sequence from their designer. We look at the major parts of the construction of the full interior kit going together in our preview...Read on... »

1/12 Fiat 500 F Upgraded Edition

IMPROVED DOOR HINGES – UPDATED STEERING SYSTEM

Upgraded moulds – Opening hood and trunk – Opened or closed top – Opening doors – Steering wheels – Working suspensions – Rubber tires – Photoetched and chromed parts

The “Nuova 500” was produced by Fiat from 1957 to 1975. It is a real icon on four wheels and one of the symbols of “made in Italy”. Its unique and recognizable design is famous all over the World. When the small car was set up by the Italian car manufacturer, its goal was simple: to introduce on the market at a very affordable price a new compact car able to enlarge the number of potential customers. Furthermore the new car should be easy to drive, even in the city traffic, and provide very low running costs. The “Fiat 500” was released on the market in July 1957 and it was immediately a success. In 1965 was introduced the 500F, the version with the largest number of units produced. Easily recognizable for the front-hinged doors, in line with the new laws, the Fiat 500F adopted several technical and aesthetic improved solutions as the new frame and the wider windscreen. The Fiat 500F is, still today, the most “classic” version of the whole 500 production and it remains in the heart of a huge number of car fans.

1/24 DAF 95 Master Truck
The ‘Concept 95/380’ has been, for some time, the flagship product in the renowned DAF manufacturer’s lineup, representing a further development of the Space Cab series. It was recognized by the market as a significant evolution compared to its predecessors. Indeed, numerous technical and aesthetic improvements were developed and adopted, greatly appreciated by users of road industrial vehicles, especially for long-haul journeys. The soundproof cabin and advanced shock absorbers for the time provided top-of-the-market onboard comfort, and the powerful 6-cylinder ATI (Advanced Turbo Intercooling) engine ensured good performance with a particular focus on operating costs.

1/35 Pz.Kpfw. VI Tiger I Ausf. E late production

LINK-AND-LENGTH TRACKS OR GLUABLE RUBBER TRUCKS – DECALS SHEET FOR 4 VERSIONS – COLOR INSTRUCTION SHEET

The Panzerkampfwagen VI Ausf. Tiger I is undoubtedly one of the most famous tanks of World War II. It was developed to provide the armored divisions of the Wehrmacht with a heavily armored and heavily armed tank to complement the more common medium tanks, Panzer III and Panzer IV, which were no longer effectively countering enemy tanks. Its primary armament consisted of the renowned and lethal long-barreled 88mm KwK 36 L/56 anti-tank gun. Installed in the turret and protected by a heavy 120mm shielding, it could penetrate the armor of any contemporary enemy vehicle even at long distances. Deployed on all major theatres of operation, it played an active role in German military operations in Normandy and the Western Front. Despite facing issues of reliability and deployment, the heavy tank, when operated by skilled crews, was always greatly feared by the Allied forces.

1/56 Panther Sd.Kfz.171 Ausf. A

WWll TANK COLLECTION – 40 PARTS – HIGHLY DETALIED KIT – DECALS FOR 2 VERSIONS – TURRET AND HULL WITH ZIMMERIT – FIGURE INCLUDED

The Panzerkampfwagen V “Panther” is widely recognised as one of the best tanks that was produced during World War 2. It was deployed as a direct response to the Soviet T-34 and KV-1 tanks on the Eastern Front, which were superior to both the Panzer III and Panzer IV in terms of performance and armaments. Powered by a 700 horsepower V-12 Mayback engine, it was armed with the 75 mm KwK 42 high speed gun which was a very effective anti-tank weapon. The Panther was designed with optimal armor protection, including inclined front armor. Its overall mobility, speed and armaments made the Panther one of the leading tanks of the period, and ensured its deployment on all of the main operational fronts, from the East through Italy and France.

1/56 M8/M20

WWll TANK COLLECTION – 74 PARTS – HIGHLY DETALIED KIT – DECALS FOR 2 VERSIONS – 2 ALTERNATIVE MODELS: M8 – M20 – FIGURE INCLUDED

At the beginning of World War II, the U.S. Army had lightweight and lightly armed vehicles, called “scout cars,” for advanced reconnaissance activities. Developed during the war, the M-8 Greyhound armored car, characterized by increased protection and heavier armament, represented a turning point for the American army. The vehicle provided greater operational flexibility and could be more effectively used to support ground troops thanks to the 37mm cannon installed in the turret. First used on the Italian front, from Monte Cassino to Anzio, it later participated in the D-Day operations in June 1944. Although the terrain in Normandy proved challenging and demanding during the initial phases of the operation, later on the M-8 was particularly appreciated for its speed of movement and versatility in deployment. The M-20 version was developed from the M8 version for Military Police duties and command vehicle roles.

1/72 FW 190 D-9

NEW DECALS EDITION: SUPER DECALS SHEET FOR 6 VERSIONS – COLOR INSTRUCTION SHEET

FIGURIE INCLUDED – CONTAINS 1 MODEL

The Focke-Wulf Fw 190 was one of the best aircraft produced during World War II. Manufactured in more than 20,000 units starting from 1941, it was, alongside the Messerschmitt Bf 109, the most renowned fighter aircraft of the Luftwaffe. In its early versions, such as the Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8, the fighter was equipped with a BMW 801 D-2 double-row radial engine with 14 cylinders, delivering 1,700 horsepower, enabling it to reach a top speed of 653 km/h. Over time, designers capitalized on the successful aerodynamic structure of the aircraft, achieving what can be considered its ultimate evolution. The adoption of the powerful liquid-cooled Junkers Jumo 213 12-cylinder engine necessitated a revision of the aircraft’s design, resulting in an elongated nose. The D version was aptly nicknamed by Luftwaffe pilots as “Langnasen-Dora” (Long-nose Dora), but once in flight, they immediately appreciated its characteristics and capabilities. The FW-190D was indeed capable of competing on equal terms with the most modern Allied fighters, such as the renowned P-51D Mustang.

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