Eduard has recently released a number of kits in their new 2023 September lineup, including a new 1/48 scale iteration of the Bristol F.2B Fighter. Eduard’s new Bristol F.2B Fighter includes tooling from 2005 with an addition of new parts added in 2015 and a variety of waterslide decals that are new and exclusive to this kit.
The parts included with the kit are molded from light gray plastic and do not include any resin materials. Four paint/marking schemes can be created with the decals included with the kit, and all depict the aircraft in RFC (Royal Flying Corps) service. There are a number of fairly small and complicated parts in this kit, so it may not be suited for modelers who are just getting into the hobby.
If you are interested in learning more about Eduard’s new 1/48 Bristol F.2B Fighter, I highly recommend visiting both Eduard’s website and Scalemates.com, where additional information and high-resolution photographs of the kit can be found. If you are interested in purchasing the kit, it can be found at a number of online retailers, including Eduard ($29.95 USD), Super-Hobby ($25.13 USD), and Berliner Zinnfiguren (18,05 €).
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Recently, Heller announced that it will soon be releasing a brand new 1:35 scale rendition of the French Leclerc T5/T6 MBT. Not much information has been released thus far; however, a variety of basic information about what the kit will feature can be found on the box art.
According to the information found on the box, it appears that Heller’s new Leclerc MBT will feature parts to construct either the T5 or T6 variants of the vehicle. A number of other exciting features will also come with the kit, some of which include rubber tracks, clear plastic parts, photo-etched parts, and waterslide decals for a variety of paint schemes for your new model.
The release date for Heller’s 1:35 scale Leclerc T5/56 is currently unknown; however, it has been mentioned that the kit will retail for around 39.99 euros. If you are interested in learning more about Heller’s Leclerc T5/T6, I encourage you to visit Heller’s website.
Happy Modeling!
New Release: Italeri 1:35 Pz.Kpfw. IV F1/F2/G Kit
Italeri recently released a 1:35 scale iteration of the iconic Panzer IV. Italeri’s new kit allows you to build one of three variations of the Pz.Kpfw. IV. The set includes parts for the F1, F2, and G variants of the vehicle.
All parts are molded from high quality materials and have an exceptional amount of detail. Also included alongside the tank are a number of German infantryman figures modeled after the infamous Afrika Korps. The kit also features a number of decals for four different paint schemes, however, it is possible to mix and match some of the decals to unlock an even larger variety of options for decaling.
If you are interested in purchasing or learning more about Italeri’s brand new 1:35 scale Pz.Kpfw. IV F1/F2/G with Afrika Korps infantry, you can find the kit available for 37 euros on Italeri’s website. Alternatively, you can also visit your local hobby shop or wherever Italeri products are sold.
Show Off Your Scale Modeling Skills During HobbyTown's 2022 National Model Contest
Fall not only marks the return of pumpkin spiced everything, but it's also the arrival of HobbyTown's 2022 National Model Contest. Between October 1, 2022 and November 30, 2022, participating HobbyTown stores will host their own local model contests, allowing winners from those shows to progress to the national arena.
The 2022 National Model Contest categories include:
Best of Show
Best Paint
Best Junior Model
Best Gundam
The National Model Contest winners from 2021 showcased creativity, ingenuity, and plenty of visual detail. If you'd like to enter this year's contest and want to find a local HobbyTown store, visit hobbytown.com.
Hello fellow modelers! If you’re currently looking for something to spice up your next scale model or diorama project, I have just the thing for you. Today, I’d like to cover the 1:35 scale German SPG Crew from MiniArt.
MiniArt’s 1:35 scale German SPG crew is an easy way to add a touch of realism to your scale model projects. Made from high quality materials, and also including a number of small decals, this item can change your models and dioramas from good to great.
The set includes 4 scale figurines, decals, scale tank shells, scale ammo boxes, scale firearms, as well as a number of scale accessories to outfit your mini SPG crew with. All of these features are highly detailed and produced, something that MiniArt continues to do well.
If you are interested in purchasing or learning more about MiniArt’s 1:35 scale German SPG Crew, I highly recommend checking out MiniArt’s website. Also found here are many other high quality products that I recommend to anyone interested in the hobby of scale modeling.
Coming Soon: Atlantis 1/48 Scale Japanese Medium Tank Chi-Ha Kit
Atlantis recently announced that it will soon be releasing their own 1:48 scale rendition of the Type 97 Chi-Ha. Atlantis states that its 1:48 scale Chi-Ha will be of high quality material and come from Aurora tooling. Atlantis also states that its new kit in progress will also come with a decal sheet, detailed instructions, 4 figurines, and rubber tracks.
The Atlantis 1:48 scale Chi-Ha is rated as a level 2 and therefore will be a great kit for beginner modelers. I’m really excited about the upcoming release of this set and highly recommend you consider purchasing one.
If you would like to learn more about Atlantis’s 1:48 scale Japanese Medium Tank Chi-Ha, I suggest you take a look at Atlantis’s website. The kit is scheduled for release on October 30th of this year. However, if you are interested, it is also currently available for preorder for the respectable price of $19.99.
Coming Soon: IGB 1:72 Scale A10 Mk.1 British Cruiser Tank Kit
IGB has recently hinted at the release of a brand new 1:72 scale iteration of the A10 Mk.1 British Cruiser Tank kit. Not much information has been released, however we for sure know that the kit should be released sometime this year and will be a part of IGB’s ‘The World at War’ collection.
If you are interested in learning more about the release of this product, I highly recommend to check out IGB’s website where you can find the IGB 1:72 scale A10 Mk.1 British Cruiser Tank in a section titled ‘COMING SOON!’, which can be found at the upper left corner of the home page.
Tamiya has announced a new sports car scale model kit that replicates the track-terrorizing style of the 2019 Ford Mustang GT4. This 1/24-scale kit offers a scaled-down version of Ford's "Ford Performance" GT4 race car that doesn't skimp on details.
Featuring both exterior and interior parts, this kit offers an inside-and-out look at Ford's track-ready Mustang GT4. Body details such as the front grille, hood exhaust louvers, front splitter, side skirts, rear spoiler, and more are molded in fine detail.
Masking stickers and two decal sheets are included for replicating one of two Ford Performance paint schemes.
Tamiya 1/24-scale Ford Mustang GT4 Model Kit Specs:
Length: 203mm
Width: 81mm
Height: 60mm
Required to Complete: Cement, paint, and finishing supplies
Priced at $55.00, this Ford Mustang GT4 scale model kit is available for purchase from Tamiya and their dealers. Visit tamiyausa.com to learn more about this 1/24-scale model kit.
Show-off Your Model of Americana During Sproo-Doo 2022
If you live near Jacksonville, Arkansas, and are looking for a scale modeling event to check out, look no further than Sproo-Doo 2022. This year marks the 22nd installment of the event, and the theme is "American Modeling." Subjects can be anything America-related from 1900 through the present day.
Sproo-Doo 2022 Event Details:
Date: September 24, 2022
Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm CDT
Location: Jacksonville Community Center, 5 Municipal Drive, Jacksonville, AR, 72076
To learn more about Sproo-Doo 2022, visit the event page on ipmsusa.org.
