Saturday, December 26, 2020




 

Weapon Series 1 - Japan (3D Printed Resin Kit) - Beaver Corp/Foxone

An interesting collection of late planning fighters and armour. It not clear if this will continue as a Japanese weapons series or expand to include other nationalities?

On the basis of this format, one possible route for the future could be for diorama sets, a bit like some of the earlier Japanese kits that came with starter trucks, fuel trucks or other diorama pieces?

( This is a machine translation. Please allow for possible misinterpretations in the text. )
――This is the third collaboration project between Beaver Corporation and Fox One Design.

-[Tachibana] and [Type 5 Chi-Ri] are reproduced, and decals are also set in the kit.
--In addition, a [95 type small freight car] is also included as a bonus kit.
――This product is a resin kit.
――It is necessary to shape the sprue and burrs for assembly. At that time, various tools are required.
――Parts are very fine and thin.
--Please be careful not to damage or lose it when assembling.

* For intermediate and advanced users.
* This product is made by a 3D printer.
* Absolute ethanol is suitable for cleaning parts, but please avoid using it.
* Generally, it is recommended to wash with a neutral detergent. Also, cleaning with acetone may erode parts.
* The image is an assembled and painted kit.


[About Nakajima Kikka]
--Nakajima Kikka is a twin-engine jet aircraft developed by the Japanese Navy at the end of World War II, and is Japan's first purely domestic jet aircraft.
――In 1944, Japan got stuck in the development of a high-performance reciprocating engine with a supercharger for flying at high altitudes, and the fuel situation was worsening, so it operated with low-quality fuel and low-quality lubricating oil, and compared to the reciprocating engine. We instructed Nakajima Aircraft to develop a land attack aircraft equipped with a simple and high-performance jet engine with a relatively small number of parts.
――After that, it will be decided to obtain technical data on [Messerschmitt Me262] being developed in Germany, an ally.
――However, the submarine that was transporting the technical data was sunk, and only a small part of the material was available, and the design drawings of the essential airframe and engine heart were lost, so most of them were in Japan. It was an original development.
――The first flight in August 1945 was successful, but the war ended with the completion of two prototypes.
-The main wing of the model can be reproduced by selecting the folding mechanism for storing it in the bunker.

[About Type 5 Chi-Ri]
--Development began in July 1943 due to a change in the [Research Policy of the Weapons Administration Headquarters].
--The change in the research policy of the Weapons Administration Headquarters was changed from the conventional emphasis on infantry direct cooperation to tank development focusing on tank battles, based on the situation of tank battles in [German-Soviet warfare] and the results of analyzing tank performance. ..
--In addition, major changes have been made to the various values required for medium tanks, the total weight required for medium tanks has been increased from 20t to 35t, the caliber of the main gun has been increased from 57mm to 75mm, and the maximum armor thickness has been increased from 50mm to 75mm. It has been.
-Type 5 medium tank [Chile] is a tank equipped with many new innovations as a domestic tank, heavy armor, 75 mm long muzzle velocity gun, electric turret swivel device, high output liquid cooling engine, semi-automatic loading device, etc. It was a tank that required a high level of technology.
――It was scheduled to be completed in March 1945, but the war has come to an end with the body and turret of one prototype vehicle almost completed.

[95 type small freight car] 
--In addition, a [95 type small freight car] is also included as a bonus kit.

( This is a machine translation. Please allow for possible misinterpretations in the text. )

Manufacturer : Beaver Corporation , Foxone Design Studio
Scale         : 1/144
Material         : Resin
Release Date : Feb(Dec. 25, 2020 Pre-order start.)
Sales Price : 3,864yen     about37.28USD


https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10749151













1/144 WWII RAF Thunderbolt Mk.I `Razorback` (Set of 2) (Plastic model)


 

1/144 WWII RAF Thunderbolt Mk.I `Razorback` (Set of 2) (Plastic model)

Platz Reboxing, new decal schemes

( This is a machine translation. Please allow for possible misinterpretations in the text. )

[About the actual machine]
--The P-47D Thunderbolt is a large fighter developed, deployed and operated by the United States Army during World War II.
--The engine is equipped with the R-2800 air-cooled radial 18-cylinder engine that produces 2000 horsepower, which was the strongest at that time.
――Equipped with an exhaust turbine, it boasts excellent high altitude performance and a maximum speed of 690km / h.
――First flight in May 1941, and appeared on the European front from 1943.
--Initially, he was assigned to escort a strategic bomber unit heading for bombing from Britain to Germany, but when the new P-51 Mustang was deployed, it shifted its role to a ground attack that made use of a sturdy aircraft, and the war ended. Was active.
-Also adopted by the Royal Air Force because of its high performance. Among the most representative types of D type, the early production type `leather bag` was operated as Thunderbolt Mk.I.
――The late production type `Bubble Top` was also operated as Thunderbolt Mk.II.
--The Royal Air Force Thunderbolt advanced mainly to the Indian-Burma battlefield in the latter half of World War II.
――We fought a ground attack on the Japanese army deployed in the same area and an air battle with Japanese army fighters such as falcons and dragons.

[About the model]
-The model is a plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the fighter Thunderbolt Mk.I operated by the Royal Air Force in World War II on a 1/144 scale.
――Among the various types, we modeled a type of aircraft called the `leather bag` with the canopy integrated with the rear fuselage.
――The shape of the body with a sharp back, which is a feature of the early production type of D type, which is the origin of the name `leather bag`, is also realistically reproduced.
-Marking is prepared for 4 types of aircraft belonging to the Royal Air Force. We can manufacture both the dark green / ocean gray camouflage aircraft, which was the standard paint for British fighters in the latter half of World War II, and the dark green / dark earth camouflage aircraft, which was the standard paint for the Asian battlefield.
--In the Asian battlefield, a blue / light blue nationality mark is also available to prevent misidentification as the Hinomaru.
――It is a set of two aircraft that you can enjoy not only the chic charm that is different from the original US Army Thunderbolt, but also the unique charm that is a bit different from the standard British fighter.

[Major features]
-A plastic model assembly kit modeled on the Royal Air Force fighter Thunderbolt Mk.I, which was active in World War II.
--The finished length of the aircraft is 76mm
--Includes parts for 2 machines
--There are 4 types of markings
--Both dark green / ocean gray camouflage and dark green / dark earth camouflage can be produced.

( This is a machine translation. Please allow for possible misinterpretations in the text.)


Manufacturer : Platz
Scale : 1/144
Release Date : Jan(Dec. 17, 2020 Pre-order start.)
Sales Price : 1,530yen about14.76USD


https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10746468





Saturday, December 19, 2020

1/144 Westland HR.3 / HR.5 DRAGONFLY - Miniwing.cz

 







1/144 Westland HR.3 / HR.5 DRAGONFLY - Miniwing.cz

December 1946 an agreement was signed between Westland Aircraft and Sikorsky to allow a British version of the S-51 to be manufactured under licence in the United Kingdom. These would be powered by the 500 hp Alvis Leonides radial engine

The Dragonfly entered service with the Royal Navy in 1950 in the air-sea rescue role. A number were also used by the Royal Air Force for casualty evacuation. It was replaced in British service by the Westland Whirlwind, another derivative of a Sikorsky design, in the late 1950s.

Dragonfly HR.3

Air-sea search and rescue helicopter for the Royal Navy. Similar to the Dragonfly HR.1, but fitted with all-metal rotor blades, 71 built some later modified as HR.5s.

Dragonfly HR.5

Air-sea search and rescue helicopter for the Royal Navy similar to the Dragonfly HR.3. Modified from HR.1 and HR.3.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Westland_WS-51_Dragonfly

Description:
26 Plastic parts from clear material
Canopy mask
Decals for 4 helicopters
2 kits in 1 box

Schemes
Royal Navy - HMS Centaur
Royal Navy - RNAS Lossiemouth
Royal Netherlands Navy - Valkenburg AB
Royal Thai Airforce - RTAFB Don Muang

http://miniwing.cz/westland-hr-3-hr-5-dragonfly.html

https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/MINI334

Price: £11.70

Available: November 2020




Other single kit bagged versions  available/planned:

Westland DRAGONFLY Mk.1 French Navy 1 bagged kit, Canopy mask, 1 decal version, £7.20
https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/MINI335
Available: November 2020




Sikorsky HO-3S-1G Dragonfly / USCG 1 bagged kit with canopy paint mask, £7.20
https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/MINI337 
Available: Future 2021




Sikorsky S-51 / RAAF 1 bagged kit with canopy paint mask, £7.20

https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/MINI338 
Available: Future 2021




Sikorsky H-5 DRAGONFLY / RCAF 1 bagged kit with canopy mask, £7.20
https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/MINI339 
Available: Future 2021




Sikorsky HO-3S-1 Dragonfly / USMC 1 bagged kit with canopy paint mask, £7.20
https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/MINI340 
Available: Future 2021



Friday, December 11, 2020

1/144 Me-309V-1/2 - Bregun


1/144  BRP144015  Me-309V-1/2 - Bregun

Plastic Kit

http://www.brengun.cz/e-shop/1-144-plastic-kits-32/me-309-v1-v2-1794

Price: 11.85 EURO

Available: December 2020





1/144 SBD-3 Dauntless Exterior (BRENGUN kit)


1/144 BRL144166  SBD-3 Dauntless  Exterior (BRENGUN kit)

Resin and Photo Etch

http://www.brengun.cz/e-shop/1-144-accessories-19/sbd-3-dauntless-exterior-(brengun-kit)-1795

Price: 10.87 EURO

Available: December 2020





1/144 Kokusai Ta-Go - Brengun

 


1/144 BRS144053  Kokusai-Ta-Go - Brengun

Resin and Photo Etch

http://www.brengun.cz/e-shop/1-144-construction-kits-18/kokusai-ta-go-1796

Price: 15.26 EURO

Available: December 2020





1/144 UK Flight Deck Tractor Clarkat type B - Brengun



 BRS144054  UK Flight Deck Tractor Clarkat type B - Brengun

Resin and Photo Etch

http://www.brengun.cz/e-shop/1-144-construction-kits-18/uk-flight-deck-tractor-clarkat-type-b-1797

Price: 12.21 EURO

Available: December 2020  





1/144 BRS144055 UK Flight Deck Tractor Tugmaster - Brengun

 



BRS144055  UK Flight Deck Tractor Tugmaster - Brengun

Resin and Photo Etch

http://www.brengun.cz/e-shop/1-144-construction-kits-18/uk-flight-deck-tractor-tugmaster-1798

Price: 15.26 EURO 

Available: December 2020

  




Thursday, December 03, 2020

1/144 Kokusai TA-GO " Kamikaze" - Brengun

 




1/144 Kokusai TA-GO " Kamikaze" - Brengun

1945. The Ta-Gō was a single seated kamikaze plane made mostly out of plywood, fabric, and wood lathes. The landing gear was fixed. It featured a Hitachi Ha-13 Ko 9-cylinder radial engine that produced 450hp, The only armament it could carry was a 500kg bomb, which could not be released.

https://www.facebook.com/HaulerBrengun/


Brengun expand their range of German WWII experimental aircraft, by branching out into Japanese experimental/late-war aircraft. I hope this is the start of a range of Japanese aircraft.

This has only previously been available as i) an bonus kit with the Anigrand (Nakajima G8N-1 Renzan (Rita)) kit, or b) as an individual show special in Japan (via Dameya)

This is a resin kit.

Release Date: to be confirmed

Price:to be confirmed


Friday, November 27, 2020

1/144 Hanomag 251/D (6x Kits) - Victrix




 1/144 Hanomag 251/D  (6x Kits) - Victrix

The German halftrack renowned for transporting elite Panzer Grenadiers. Perfect for moving your troops around the battlefield as well as launching armoured assaults.

This set includes 6 superbly detailed 12mm/1:144 scale tanks and a decal sheet (German crosses and black numbers).

The Sd 251/D Hanomag was the most widely used German halftrack from 1943 onwards. It was deployed on the Western, Eastern and Italian fronts.

It was used to transport the elite Panzer Grenadiers troops around the battlefield as well as being used as an armoured assault vehicle. Many different versions were built including fire support vehicles, antitank gun vehicles, engineer vehicles and mortar carriers. Victrix plan to produce quite a few variants of this vehicle.

These models comes with crew, seated Panzer Grenadiers plus a variety of stowage which means each vehicle can be built to look different. The kit includes an extensive decal sheet.

Click here for Hanomag painting guide

Crew 2 + up to 10 Panzer Grenadiers
Armament 2 x MG42
Ammunition Up to 2000 rounds of link
Speed Road – 52kph    Cross Country – 24kph
Range Road – 52kph    Cross Country – 24kph
Armour Hull - Front 14.5mm, Sides 6mm , Rear 6mm

This set contains:

  • 6x superbly detailed 12mm/1:144 scale vehicles
  • 1x decal sheet (German crosses and black numbers)
  • Free 9 page full colour painting guide
https://www.victrixlimited.com/collections/12mm/products/hanomag-sd-kfz-251-d

Available: November 2020
Price: 22GBP per set.