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Monday, September 12, 2022

1/44 US Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet Conformal Fuel Tanks (CFT) (Plastic + Resin model)

Manufacturer : Platz , Dragon
Scale        : 1/144
Series       : Aircraft Model Special Selection
Release Date : Oct(Sep. 12, 2022 Pre-order start.)
List Price   : 3,850yen about 26.76USD
Sales Price : 3,150yen about 21.89USD

https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10918208

Dragon Kit, New Cartograf Decals and CAD modelled, but Resin cast tanks
Similar to their approach to the F-16 CFT kit earlier this year.

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

 Newly developed CFT parts 

[About the actual machine]

-Developed as an advanced version of the F/A-18C/D Hornet, the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet began deployment in 1999.

- In order to improve the lack of cruising range and lack of weapon loading, which were considered to be one of the major weaknesses of the C/D type, the size of the fuselage is made larger than the C/D type.

-In addition to increasing the fuel tank capacity and successfully extending the cruising range, new hard points were added to the enlarged wings, etc., and the weapon load capacity was also increased.

- After that, it developed into BlockII with constant improvement and renovation.

- In April 2020, the development of Block III will start when the production of Block II ends.

- Block III is developing a CFT (Conformal Fuel Tank) that can be installed on the aircraft as one of the main equipment that can be installed on the aircraft with a design that follows the shape of the aircraft and suppresses the impact on flight performance.

- The CFT installed on both sides of the fuselage's central spine further expands the operational range of the Super Hornet and is expected to play a major role.


[About the model]
- The model is a 1/144 scale plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the F/A-18 Super Hornet, a US Navy carrier-based fighter.
- We model a type equipped with a double-seat F/A-18F CFT (conformal fuel tank).
- The parts are made of dragon and have a sharp finish.
- Newly designed CFT and a new weapon pod that can be attached to the center of the aircraft.
- The shape is faithfully reproduced with resin parts.
- Finished total length is 127mm.
- You can't miss the model with a CFT equipped on the back.
-Of course, details such as legs and cockpit are also delicately modeled.
- Marking includes two types of demonstration aircraft equipped with CFT and VFA-103 Jolly Rogers assuming deployment to the US Navy.
- Decals are made by Cartograf in Italy, which is known for its high quality. It is a kit that reproduces the latest appearance of Super Hornet with new parts.


[Major features]
- Reproduce the F/A-18F Super Hornet double-seat conformal fuel tank equipped machine on 1/144 scale
- CFT (conformal fuel tank) and center weapon pod set with newly designed resin parts
- Airframe parts are made of Dragon and finished with a total length of 127mm
- Set parts for 1 aircraft
- For marking, prepare a demonstration machine with CFT and VFA-103 assuming deployment


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





アメリカ海軍 F/A-18F スーパーホーネット コンフォーマル・フューエル・タンク(CFT) 装備機 (プラモデル)

●新規開発のCFTパーツが新たな魅力を醸し出す。


【実機について】
●F/A-18C/Dホーネットの発展型として開発、1999年に配備がはじめられたのがF/A-18E/Fスーパーホーネットです。
●C/D型では大きな弱点の一つとされていた航続距離の不足と兵装搭載量の不足を改善するべく、C/D型に比べて一回り機体を大型化。
●燃料タンク容量を増やし航続距離を伸ばすことに成功したほか、大型化された翼などにハードポイントを新設し、兵装搭載量も高めたのです。
●その後、絶え間ない改良、改修でBlockIIへと発展。
●2020年4月にはBlockIIの生産終了とともにBlockIIIの開発に着手。
●BlockIIIでは主な装備のひとつとして機体形状に沿ったデザインで飛行性能への影響も抑えられる機体に装備可能なCFT(コンフォーマル・フューエル・タンク)の開発が行われています。
●機体中央背骨の両側に装備されるCFTはスーパーホーネットの作戦範囲をさらに拡大し、大きな活躍が期待されているのです。


【モデルについて】
●モデルは1/144スケールでアメリカ海軍の艦上戦闘機、F/A-18スーパーホーネットを再現したプラスチックモデル組み立てキットです。
●複座型のF/A-18FのCFT(コンフォーマル・フューエル・タンク)を装備したタイプをモデル化しています。
●パーツはドラゴン製でシャープな仕上がり。
●CFTとさらに機体中央に取り付けられる兵装ポッドを新たに新設計。
●レジンパーツでその形状をしっかりと再現しています。
●仕上がり全長は127mm。
●背中にCFTを装備した機体形状がモデルでも見逃せません。
●もちろん脚やコクピットなど細部のディテールも繊細にモデル化しています。
●マーキングはCFT装着のデモンストレーション機とアメリカ海軍への配備を想定したVFA-103ジョリーロジャースの2種を収録。
●デカールは高品質でおなじみのイタリアのカルトグラフ社製。スーパーホーネットの最新の姿を新パーツとともに再現するキットです。


【主な特徴】
●1/144スケールでF/A-18Fスーパーホーネット複座型のコンフォーマル・フューエル・タンク装備機を再現
●CFT(コンフォーマル・フューエル・タンク)とセンターの兵装ポッドを新設計レジンパーツでセット
●機体パーツはドラゴン製で仕上がり全長127mm
●パーツは1機分をセット
●マーキングはCFT装着のデモ機と配備を想定したVFA-103を用意

Monday, July 11, 2022

1/144 USAF F-16C Fighting Falcon CFT w/Conformal Fuel Tanks PLATZ/F-Toys



 1/144 USAF F-16C Fighting Falcon CFT w/Conformal Fuel Tanks (Plastic model) 

Manufacturer : Platz , F-Toys
Scale : 1/144
Release Date : Sep(Jul. 6, 2022 Pre-order start.)
List Price : 3,080yen about 22.65USD
Sales Price : 2,520yen about 18.53USD


https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10900731


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

This item is limited to 3 per household.

--Make a Falcon with an additional fuel tank on your back

-A plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the conformal tank equipment type of the US Air Force fighter F-16C on 1/144 scale.


[About the actual machine]

――The F-16 fighter was developed as a fighter of the US Navy and is deployed all over the world.
――The main feature of the aircraft that first flew in 1974 is that it uses a blended wing body that integrates the fuselage and main wings.
――It also attracted the world's attention that the fly-by-wire system, which was innovative at that time, was put into practical use.
――The operation in the United States began in 1978, but since then it has been repeatedly improved and updated, and it still maintains and demonstrates the latest functions and performance.
――From Block 50/52, it is possible to equip a drop tank that can be attached along the back and a conformal fuel tank, which is often seen in aircraft equipped in each country.


[About the model]

-It is a plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the conformal fuel tank equipment type of the US Air Force F-16C, which is active as an active masterpiece fighter, on 1/144 scale.
--The parts are made of Ftoys, which is easy to assemble.
――The body accurately expresses the blended wing shape that is characteristic of the upper and lower divisions.
――In addition, the conformal fuel tank is prepared with resin parts.
――The characteristic figure is accurately reproduced.
-In addition, details such as legs are also delicately reproduced, enhancing the reality of the finish.
-The sharp style is finished with a total length of about 110 mm.
――And, there are two types of markings, a conformal tank equipped test machine and an actual battle deployment assumption (Misawa).
――Please enjoy the F-16 with a different appearance.


[Major features]

--Reproduce the conformal fuel tank equipment type of the US Air Force fighter F-16C on 1/144 scale
--Parts are made of Ftoys, which is easy to assemble.
--The conformal fuel tank is set with resin parts
-Marking is a set of two types, a conformal tank equipped test machine and an actual battle deployment assumption (Misawa)


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

 


アメリカ空軍 F-16C ファイティングファルコン CFT (コンフォーマルタンク装備) (プラモデル)

●追加燃料タンクを背負ったファルコンを作る
●1/144スケールでアメリカ空軍の戦闘機、F-16Cのコンフォーマルタンク装備タイプを再現したプラスチックモデル組み立てキットです。


【実機について】

●アメリカ海軍の戦闘機として開発され、世界各国でも配備されているのがF-16戦闘機です。
●1974年に初飛行した機体は胴体と主翼を一体化したブレンデッドウイングボディを採用しているのが大きな特徴。
●また、当時としては革新的なフライ・バイ・ワイヤー方式の操縦システムを実用化しているのも世界の注目を集めました。
●アメリカでの運用が始まったのは1978年ですが、その後も改良、アップデートが繰り返され、今も最新の機能、性能を維持、発揮しているのです。
●ブロック50/52からは背中に沿って取り付けられる増槽、コンフォーマル・フューエル・タンクの装備も可能となり、各国で装備されている機体にも多く見られるのです。


【モデルについて】

●現役の傑作戦闘機として活躍しているアメリカ空軍のF-16Cのコンフォーマル・フューエル・タンク装備タイプを1/144スケールで再現したプラスチックモデル組み立てキットです。
●パーツは組み立て易いエフトイズ製。
●ボディは上下分割で特徴あるブレンデッドウイング形状なども正確に表現しています。
●加えて、コンフォーマル・フューエル・タンクはレジンパーツで用意。
●特徴ある姿を的確に再現します。
●また、脚などのディテールも繊細に再現され、仕上がりのリアリティを高めます。
●シャープなスタイルは仕上がり全長約110mm。
●そして、マーキングはコンフォーマルタンク装備試験機と、実戦配備想定(三沢)の2種をセット。
●一味違う姿のF-16をお楽しみください。


【主な特徴】

●1/144スケールでアメリカ空軍戦闘機F-16Cのコンフォーマル・フューエル・タンク装備タイプを再現
●パーツは組み立てやすいエフトイズ製
●コンフォーマル・フューエル・タンクはレジンパーツでセット
●マーキングはコンフォーマルタンク装備試験機と、実戦配備想定(三沢)の2種をセット

Friday, February 04, 2022

1/144 USAF B-1B Lancer `Early 3 Color Camouflage Painting`96th Bomb Squadron 337th Bomb Wing - PLATZ/DRAGON

 




1/144 USAF B-1B Lancer `Early 3 Color Camouflage Painting`96th Bomb Squadron 337th Bomb Wing - PLATZ/DRAGON

Manufacturer : Platz , Dragon

Scale : 1/144
Series : Aircraft Model Special Selection
Release Date : Feb(Dec. 1, 2021 Pre-order start.)
List Price : 3,850yen about 33.49USD
Sales Price : 2,975yen about 25.88USD

rebox  (PANDA  >> DRAGON >> PLATZ) with new paint and decal scheme

the latest the latest PLATZ Video shows this product::  https://youtu.be/DiFScfvifPc?t=2368

You can see this B-1B at its base in Texas,USA on Google Maps:  Dyess AFB,Texas

See also: https://kampfgruppe144.blogspot.com/2022/02/1144-usaf-b-1b-lancer-guam-andersen-air.html

also see: http://www.platz-hobby.com/products/11438.html for image sources

About the actual machine]
--The Rockwell B-1B Lancer is an American strategic bomber developed as a successor to the B-52.
――It is a bomber that was completed by improving the B-1A, which was developed in 1970 and four were made, with the main purpose of flying at a high speed close to supersonic speed and invading enemy territory.
――The feature is that it is equipped with variable wings, and it is equipped with four General Electric F101-GE-102 turbofan engines.
――It has been deployed since 1986, and it is still active even now by upgrading various equipment such as radar.
--Participated in the 1998 Desert Fox Operation, the 1999 Kosovo Conflict, 2001 Afghanistan, and 2003 [Iraqi Freedom Operation].
――In Iraq, the GBU-31 JDAM guided bomb was installed and a number of operations were carried out, which attracted attention.


[Major features]
-Reproduce the bomber B-1B operated by the US Air Force on 1/144 scale
--Modeling the three-color camouflage color aircraft that was initially applied when the B-1B was deployed
--The aircraft parts are made of dragon, which has an attractive sharp reproduction.
――The total length of the finished product is about 310 cm.
--Decals are made by high quality cult graph
--Marking selects two markings from the aircraft belonging to the 96th Bombing Air Wing 337th Bombing Squadron deployed at Dyess Air Force Base after the start of operation.


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


アメリカ空軍 爆撃機 B-1Bランサー `初期型3色迷彩` 第96爆撃航空団第337爆撃飛行隊 (仮称) (プラモデル)

【実機について】
●B-52の後継機として開発されたアメリカの戦略爆撃機がロックウェルB-1Bランサーです。
●1970年に開発が開始され4機が作られたB-1Aをその後、超音速に近い高速で超低空を飛行し敵地に侵攻する任務を主眼に改良して完成した爆撃機です。
●可変翼を装備しているのが特徴で、ジェネラル・エレクトリックF101-GE-102ターボファンエンジン4基を搭載。
●1986年から配備され、レーダーをはじめ各種の装備をアップグレードして現在でも活躍しています。
●1998年のデザートフォックス作戦や1999年のコソボ紛争、あるいは2001年のアフガニスタンや2003年の「イラクの自由作戦」などに参加。
●イラクではGBU-31JDAM誘導爆弾を搭載して数々の作戦を実行し、注目されました。


【主な特徴】
●1/144スケールでアメリカ空軍が運用する爆撃機、B-1Bを再現
●B-1Bが配備された当初に施されていた3色迷彩カラーの機体をモデル化
●機体パーツはシャープな再現が魅力のドラゴン製
●仕上がり全長は約310cm
●デカールは高品質なカルトグラフ社製
●マーキングは運用開始後、ダイエス空軍基地に展開した第96爆撃航空団第337爆撃飛行隊所属機の機体から2機のマーキングをセレクト

https://www.1999.co.jp/10837454

http://www.platz-hobby.com/products/11438.html

Thursday, February 03, 2022

1/144 USAF B-1B Lancer Guam Andersen Air Force Base (Plastic model) - Platz/Dragon

 




1/144 USAF B-1B Lancer Guam Andersen Air Force Base (Plastic model) - Platz/Dragon

Manufacturer : Platz , Dragon
Scale : 1/144
Series : Aircraft Model Special Selection
Release Date : Late Nov., 2021
List Price : 3,850yen about 33.41USD
Sales Price : 3,150yen about 27.33USD
https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/image/10805507

This is quite an old mould now it dates from the original PANDA kit, then DRAGON and now PLATZ....

I missed the release of this back in November  2021, but the latest the latest PLATZ Video shows this product::  https://youtu.be/DiFScfvifPc?t=2368




You can see the B-1B at its base in Guam on Google Maps:

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Andersen+Air+Force+Base/@13.581344,144.9240248,719m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m9!1m2!2m1!1sguam+andersen+air+force+base!3m5!1s0x671f85d2b2b78abf:0xc76ff13461c958d7!8m2!3d13.576113!4d144.918433!15sChxndWFtIGFuZGVyc2VuIGFpciBmb3JjZSBiYXNlkgENbWlsaXRhcnlfYmFzZQ


――Overall length 30 cm, monster bird flapping

[About the actual machine]

--The Rockwell B-1B Lancer is an American strategic bomber developed as a successor to the B-52.
――It is a bomber that was completed by improving the B-1A, which was developed in 1970 and four were made, with the main purpose of flying at a high speed close to supersonic speed and invading enemy territory.
――The feature is that it is equipped with variable wings, and it is equipped with four General Electric F101-GE-102 turbofan engines.
――It has been deployed since 1986, and it is still active even now after upgrading various equipment including radar.
--Participated in the 1998 Desert Fox operation, the 1999 Kosovo conflict, 2001 Afghanistan, and 2003 [Iraqi Freedom Operation].
――In Iraq, the GBU-31 JDAM guided bomb was installed and a number of operations were carried out, which attracted attention.

[About the model]

-The model is a plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the B-1B Lancer, a strategic bomber operated by the US Air Force, on a 1/144 scale.
――We will deliver a kit that realistically reproduces the flowing body shape with the expression unique to dragons in Platts' Japanese manual and Japanese original package.
-Parts are dark gray molded products that match the aircraft color.
――You can enjoy a realistic finish just by pasting decals without painting.
――Of course, the panel line is also reproduced firmly, and it is also good to paint it and work on it carefully.
――The variable wing, which is a feature of the B-1B Lancer, can be moved in conjunction with the left and right even after completion.
-In addition, the GBU-31JDAM bomb is also reproduced in the bomb bay that can be assembled by selecting opening and closing.
-Bombs packed in the bomb bay convey the power of strategic bombers.
――Of course, the delicate reproduction of the legs, engine pods, and ladder parts for raising and lowering the crew to the cockpit enhances the reality of the finish.
--AN / AAQ-33 The sniper aiming pod is also well modeled.
――We have prepared 4 types of markings such as Guam Andersen Air Force Base stationed aircraft with decals.

[Major features]

--Reproduce the US Air Force bomber B-1B on 1/144 scale
-Parts are made of dragon
――The total length of the finished product is about 30 cm.
--Variable wings can be moved in conjunction with the left and right even after completion
--A set of 4 markings, including a Guam Andersen Air Force Base station
--Choose to open or close the magazine door. Reproduce the bomb inside
--AN / AAQ-33 Sniper aiming pod is also firmly modeled


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

Item Size/Weight : 38 x 28 x 6 cm / 361g


アメリカ空軍 爆撃機 B-1B ランサー グアム・アンダーセンAB (プラモデル)

――全長30cm、怪鳥羽ばたく

https://www.1999.co.jp/10805507

【実機について】
●B-52の後継機として開発されたアメリカの戦略爆撃機がロックウェルB-1Bランサーです。
●1970年に開発が開始され4機が作られたB-1Aをその後、超音速に近い高速で超低空を飛行し敵地に侵攻する任務を主眼に改良して完成した爆撃機です。
●可変翼を装備しているのが特徴で、ジェネラル・エレクトリックF101-GE-102ターボファンエンジン4基を搭載。
●1986年から配備され、レーダーをはじめ各種の装備をアップグレードして現在でも活躍しています。
●1998年のデザートフォックス作戦や1999年のコソボ紛争、あるいは2001年のアフガニスタンや2003年の「イラクの自由作戦」などに参加。
●イラクではGBU-31JDAM誘導爆弾を搭載して数々の作戦を実行し、注目されました。

【モデルについて】

●モデルはアメリカ空軍が運用する戦略爆撃機、B-1Bランサーを1/144スケールで再現したプラスチックモデル組立キットです。
●ドラゴンならではの表現で流れるような機体形状をリアルに再現したキットをプラッツの日本語説明書、日本語オリジナルパッケージでお届けします。
●パーツは機体色に合わせたダークグレイの成型品。
●塗装なしでもデカールを貼るだけでリアルな仕上がりを楽しんでいただけます。
●もちろん、パネルラインもしっかりと再現され、塗装を施してじっくりと取り組んでみるのも良いでしょう。
●B-1Bランサーの特徴である可変翼は完成後も左右連動して動かせます。
●また、開閉を選択して組み立てられる爆弾倉にはGBU-31JDAM爆弾も再現。
●爆弾倉に満載された爆弾が戦略爆撃機の威力を伝えます。
●もちろん、脚やエンジンポッド、さらに、コクピットへのクルーの昇降用ラダーパーツなど、繊細な再現が仕上がりのリアリティをアップ。
●AN/AAQ-33スナイパー照準ポッドもしっかりとモデル化しています。
●マーキングはグアム・アンダーセン基地駐留機など4種をデカールで用意しました。

【主な特徴】

●1/144スケールでアメリカ空軍の爆撃機、B-1Bを再現
●パーツはドラゴン製
●仕上がり全長は約30cm
●可変翼は完成後も左右連動して可動
●マーキングはグアム・アンダーセン基地駐留機など4種をセット
●弾倉の扉は開閉選択。内部には爆装を再現
●AN/AAQ-33スナイパー照準ポッドもしっかりとモデル化





Saturday, January 22, 2022

WF2022 video from PLATZ



WF2022 video from PLATZ 

This is the WF2022 video from PLATZ posted in January 2022, but which I have only just discovered.

You can either work your way through the video above, or you the shortcuts bellow to go to the 1/144 items of interest.

Obviously the video from Mr Platz is in Japanese, if you use the translate and subtitles option there will be a translation - but, its a bit patchy.

06:40 1/144 F-Toys F111 (inc swing wing)  https://youtu.be/uYJchWX98tA?t=405

17:05 1/144 Platz JGSDF UH-60J (transparent) https://youtu.be/uYJchWX98tA?t=1026  

27:21 1/144 Platz  FFR-41 MR Yukikaze https://youtu.be/uYJchWX98tA?t=1646

43:46 1/144 Platz USN F-8C Crusader "Mig Killer"  https://youtu.be/uYJchWX98tA?t=2624

52:12 1/144 Platz USN A-4F Skyhawk "Top Gun" https://youtu.be/uYJchWX98tA?t=3131


Oddly, he doesn't mention the Platz WF2022 kit - 1/144 US Navy Carrier-capable Fighter F / A-18C Hornet NAF Atsugi  http://www.platz-hobby.com/products/11363.html

Friday, August 27, 2021

1/144 Aircraft Weapons Series Weapon Set for Modern Aircraft 1 (General Purpose Bomb & Missile `50)- (Plastic model) - PLATZ

 


1/144 Aircraft Weapons Series Weapon Set for Modern Aircraft 1 (General Purpose Bomb & Missile `50)- (Plastic model) - PLATZ

This item is limited to 3 per household.

――From the 1950s to the present day, we have reproduced the typical missiles and bombs installed in current military aircraft.
--In addition to the Mk.81, Mk.82, Mk.83, and Mk.84 conventional bombs, we have modeled each missile such as the AIM-9B, AIM-9D, AIM-7E, and AIM-54 Phoenix.

--Completely new mold

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

Explanation in Japanese https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/explanation_j/10810541


Manufacturer : Platz
Scale : 1/144
Release Date : Nov(Aug. 27, 2021 Pre-order start.)
List Price     : 1,650yen about 15.03USD
Sales Price : 1,275yen about 11.62USD
Item code : AW-1

https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10810541




1/144 Aircraft Weapons Series Weapon Set for Modern Aircraft 2 (Guided Bomb & Missile `70)- (Plastic model) - PLATZ

 


1/144 Aircraft Weapons Series Weapon Set for Modern Aircraft 2 (Guided Bomb & Missile `70)- (Plastic model) - PLATZ

This item is limited to 3 per household.

--In addition to reproducing the various bombs of the Paveway series Paveway I, II, and III, the air-to-ground missiles AGM-65, 84E, and 88 are also reproduced.

――In addition, 21 kinds are recorded in this set, such as BLU-82 [Daisy Cutter] which was also used in Afghanistan.

--Completely new mold


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Explanation in Japanese https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/explanation_j/10810546


Manufacturer : Platz
Scale : 1/144
Release Date : Dec(Aug. 27, 2021 Pre-order start.)
List Price         : 1,650yen about 15.03USD
Sales Price : 1,275yen about 11.62USD
Item code : AW-2


https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10810546






1/144 Aircraft Weapons Series Weapon Set for Modern Aircraft 3 (Special Weapons `50) - PLATZ


 

1/144 Aircraft Weapons Series Weapon Set for Modern Aircraft 3 (Special Weapons `50)- (Plastic model) - PLATZ

This item is limited to 3 per household.

--U.S. military air-launch supersonic target drone AQM-37 Jayhawk and its launcher, air-to-air missile AIM-26 Falcon, Mk57, Mk61 and other nuclear bombs, AN / AWW-7 data link pod, baggage pod, 17 types such as FLIRPOD are modeled.

--Completely new mold

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Explanation in Japanese https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/explanation_j/10810550


Manufacturer : Platz
Scale : 1/144
Release Date : Dec(Aug. 27, 2021 Pre-order start.)
List Price     : 1,650yen about 15.03USD
Sales Price : 1,275yen about 11.62USD
Item code : AW-3


https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10810550










1/144 USAF F-22A Raptor `Kadena Air Base` (Plastic model) - Platz/F-Toys

 


1/144 USAF F-22A Raptor `Kadena Air Base` (Plastic model) - Platz/F-Toys

This item is limited to 3 per household.
-A 1/144 scale model assembly kit that reproduces the F-22A Raptor of the US Air Force, a state-of-the-art fighter.
-Parts are made of Ftoys, which is easy to assemble, and one set is included.
-Realistically reproduces a unique form with high stealth.


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Explanation in Japanese https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/explanation_j/10810575

Manufacturer : Platz , F-Toys

Scale : 1/144
Release Date : Nov(Aug. 27, 2021 Pre-order start.)
List Price     : 1,760yen about 16.03USD
Sales Price : 1,360yen about 12.39USD


https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10810575






1/144  PACAF F-16C Demonstration Team (Plastic model) - Platz/F-Toys

This item is limited to 3 per household.

-Reproduce the F-16C of the US Air Force, which is active as an active masterpiece fighter, on 1/144 scale.
――The wing shape is also accurately expressed.
--Set the aircraft of the PACAF F-16C demonstration team belonging to the US Air Force Misawa base and normal markings.

https://www.facebook.com/PACAFDemoTeam/

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Manufacturer : Platz , F-Toys
Scale : 1/144
Release Date : Nov(Aug. 27, 2021 Pre-order start.)
List Price         : 1,760yen about 16.03USD
Sales Price : 1,360yen about 12.39USD


https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10810574


1/144 USAF Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird (Plastic model) - Platz/Dragon




1/144  USAF Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird (Plastic model) - Platz/Dragon

Re-box of 2012 Dragon SR-71 Kit


This item is limited to 3 per household.

[ Related Products ] - 1/144 SR-71A Blackbird (Dragon) https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10180240

-A unique high-altitude supersonic wing, a non-trivial form is reproduced on 1/144 scale.
――The finished total length is about 22 cm.
――You can't miss the appearance of the Blackbird operated by the US Air Force from 1966 to 1990.
( This is a machine translation. Please allow for possible misinterpretations in the text. )
Explanation in Japanese https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/explanation_j/10810568


*** Decals may vary from images shown ***

Manufacturer : Platz , Dragon

Scale : 1/144
Series : Aircraft Model Special Selection
Release Date : Nov(Aug. 27, 2021 Pre-order start.)
List Price         : 3,850yen about 35.08USD
Sales Price : 2,975yen about 27.1USD

https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10810568








Monday, April 19, 2021

1/11 Platz/F-Toys Reboxes (F-35A,F/A-18,Eurofighter and F-4EJ)


 
JASDF F-35A Lightning II (Set of 2) (Plastic model)
A set of 2 aircraft parts made by Ftoys.
JASDF Schemes
The decal is made by Italian Cartograph.
Manufacturer : Platz , F-Toys
Scale : 1/144
Series : Flying Color Selection
Release Date : Jul(Apr. 19, 2021 Pre-order start.)
List Price : 2,640 yen about 24.29USD
Sales Price : 2,040 yen about 18.77USD
https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10776972


F/A-18A Hornet RAAF (Set of 2) (Plastic model) 

A set of 2 aircraft parts made by Ftoys.
Royal Australian Air Force 
The decal is made by Italian Cartograph.

Manufacturer : Platz , F-Toys
Scale : 1/144
Series : Flying Color Selection
Release Date : Jun(Apr. 19, 2021 Pre-order start.)
List Price : 2,640 yen about t24.29USD
Sales Price : 2,040 yen about 18.77USD
https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10776965


Eurofighter Typhoon (Set of 2) (Plastic model)
JASDF F-35A Lightning II (Set of 2) (Plastic model)
A set of 2 aircraft parts made by Ftoys.
For marking, select the machines used in the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, and Spain.
The decal is made by Italian Cartograph.
https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10776961


JASDF F-4EJ Kai Phantom II No.440 `Last Phantom` (Plastic model)
1x Aircraft parts made by Ftoys.
Manufacturer : Platz , F-Toys
Scale : 1/144
Release Date : Jun(Apr. 19, 2021 Pre-order start.)
List Price : 1,980 yen about 18.22USD
Sales Price : 1,530 yen about 14.08USD
The marking firmly reproduces the appearance of the mark of the 301st Squadron drawn on the tail wing.
https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10777031

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Thursday, March 18, 2021

1/144 JASDF F-2A with Weapon Set - Platz

 




1/144 JASDF F-2A with Weapon Set - Platz 

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This item is limited to 3 per household.
--Set two ASM-1, AAM-3, and AIM-9L missiles on one F-2A !!

[About the actual machine]
――The F-2 fighter has been in operation since 2000 and is playing an active role as the main fighter of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.

--Started development in 1988 as a successor to the support fighter F-1.
――The technologies of the United States and Japan were fused, and the development work was carried out jointly by Japan and the United States in consideration of the operation as a Self-Defense Forces aircraft and the geographical factors of Japan.

--Based on the American masterpiece fighter F-16, the main wing area has been increased with the aim of improving maneuverability, and weight reduction has been achieved with advanced materials and structures.

--In addition, the radar is equipped with an active phased array radar to enable the on-board operation of long-range air-to-ship missiles and ASM, as well as air-to-air radar missiles and air-to-air infrared missiles.

--The engine is equipped with one F110-GE / IHI-129 that exerts great thrust.
――The maximum speed is said to be about Mach 2.0.
――It is deployed at the Air Self-Defense Force bases all over Japan and is playing an active role in protecting the sky in Japan.

[About the model]
-The model is a plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the F-2 fighter operated by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force on 1/144 scale.

--In this set, the missiles operated by the F-2 are set.
--Air-to-ship missile ASM-1 (Type 80 anti-ship guided missile), AIM-9L (Sidewinder missile), and AAM-3 (Type 90 air-to-air guided missile) are set.

-The aircraft uses Ftoys parts that are easy to assemble.
――The total length of the finished product is about 10 cm, and the wingspan is about 7 cm.
――The wing design created by the joint development between Japan and the United States is realistically reproduced.
――The finish is delicate as well as the reproduction of panel lines.

-A pylon equipped with missiles under the wings is also available, and the appearance of equipping them can be expressed with plenty of power.

-Marking is set with decals.

-In addition to the markings on the aircraft, the markings such as the data drawn on the missile are also reproduced firmly.

――In addition, a marking depicting the colorful prototype No. 1 Shark Mouse (2014) is also included. I'm looking forward to how to finish it.

[Major features]
--Modeling the Air Self-Defense Force's F-2A fighter on 1/144 scale
--Plastic model assembly kit with a finished total length of about 10 cm
--Set two each of ASM-1, AAM-3, and AIM-9L missiles
-Aircraft parts are made by F-Toys,
-weapon parts are made by Platz
-A set of markings depicting the colorful prototype No. 1 Shark Mouse (2014)

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Manufacturer : Platz
Scale         : 1/144
Release Date : Mar(Mar. 12, 2021 Pre-order start.)
List Price         : 1,760yen about 16.22USD
Sales Price : 1,360yen about 12.53USD


https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10767639





Friday, February 05, 2021

1/144 P-51D - Royal Australian Air Force Mustang Mk.IV (Set of 2) (Plastic model) - Platz


 1/144 P-51D - Royal Australian Air Force Mustang Mk.IV (Set of 2) (Plastic model) - Platz

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Enjoy the Mustang running in the skies of Australia with a set of two!

[About the actual machine]

The P-51 Mustang is the highest peak of the reciprocating fighter that was evaluated as one of the best fighters in World War II and was adopted not only by the US Army Air Corps but also around the world and remained active for a long time after the war.

Initially, development proceeded at the request of the United Kingdom, and the prototype first flew in October 1940.

From the beginning, it showed an extraordinary performance, but with the advent of the P-51D type, which can be said to be the definitive edition that replaced the Allison engine with the Marlin engine, its evaluation was immovable.

Aerodynamically sophisticated aircraft design, a masterpiece fighter with a good balance of various performances required for a fighter, such as excellent high-speed performance, long cruising range, stable high altitude performance, sufficient mobility and fighting ability. It became.

[About the model]

P-51D Mustang, which is said to be the highest peak of Recipo fighter, has been operated in many countries as well as the original US Army, so it is a big attraction that you can enjoy markings with different atmospheres in each country.

This kit is a kit that focuses on the appearance of the Royal Australian Air Force.

The P-51D was called the Mustang Mk.IV in the Commonwealth countries such as the United Kingdom, but what you should pay attention to is the kangaroo nationality mark.

-Initially, it used the same mark as the Royal Air Force, but later changed to its own kangaroo mark.
Both are prepared with decals so that you can enjoy 4 types of markings.

The kit is a set of parts for two machines.

Since it is 1/144 scale that you can easily assemble and enjoy the collection, you can also enjoy making comparisons and collections with the P-51D Mustang that has been lined up in the series so far.


[Major features]

Modeling of Royal Australian Air Force Mustang Mk.IV on 1/144 scale

The main body is set for 2 machines

The total length of the aircraft when completed is 68 mm

Aerodynamically sophisticated and smart appearance is realistically expressed even in details such as panel lines
The drop tank installed on the underside of the main wing is also made into parts

Details such as leg parts are also delicately finished

Marking selects 4 aircraft belonging to the Royal Australian Air Force
・CAC Mustang A48-141 1959
・P-51D Mustang A48-14 Royal Australian Air Force 77th Squadron 1947
・Mustang Mk.IVa (P-51K) Royal Australian Air Force 3rd Squadron 1945
・Mustang Mk.IVa (P-51K) Royal Australian Air Force 3rd Squadron 1945

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Brand : Platz
Scale : 1/144
Release Date : Mar(Feb. 5, 2021 Pre-order start.)
List Price         : 1,980yenabout18.91USD
Sales Price : 1,530yenabout14.62USD

https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10758240


Notes:

  • The 1999.co.jp listing does not reference these decals as being from Cartograph. Please be aware that modellers who have previously purchased the Platz releases where the decals where NOT Cartograph have reported the decals to be of inferior quality. 
  • If you are looking to build the -K machines you might want to look up some uncuffed Hamilton Standard prop blades from Retrokit (https://retrokitonline.net/product/flat-tip-hamilton-standard-propeller-blades)




Monday, January 11, 2021

1/144 WW.II RAF Thunderbolt Mk.II `Bubbletop` (Set of 2) (Plastic model) - Platz


 

1/144 WW.II RAF Thunderbolt Mk.II `Bubbletop` (Set of 2) (Plastic model) - Platz


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Introducing the Royal Air Force Thunderbolt with attractive paint variations !!
The P-47D Thunderbolt, which appeared in the latter half of World War II and became the main fighter of the US Army along with the P-51 Mustang.

The P-47D, which has the image of a powerful and luxurious fighter-bomber in the United States, equipped with a 2,000 horsepower class high-power engine on a large and sturdy aircraft, is highly evaluated by the Royal Air Force.

The Royal Air Force also adopted the original production type `leather bag` as Thunderbolt Mk.I and the late production type` bubble top` as Thunderbolt Mk.II.

Thunderbolt, which was selected by the Royal Air Force with an eye on its high-performance and tough airframe characteristics, was active on the Indian-Burma front at the end of World War II.
-Modeled with a 1/144 scale kit that allows you to check the appearance of Thunderbolt, which was heavily used as a valuable force in the Royal Air Force, in the size of a palm.

The kit is a set of two `bubble top` type Thunderbolt Mk.II equipped with a water drop type (bubble) windshield.

Marking selects two types of aircraft that fought on the Burma front and two types of aircraft that trained in North Africa in anticipation of battle in the tropics.

It is also attractive that these four types of markings are all painted in different styles.

The standard gray camouflage of the British Air Force fighter, the brown camouflage that conveys the harshness of the Burma campaign, the unpainted silver of the US military aircraft, and the amazing special painting and selection of the training unit commander aircraft are fun markings.

The Royal Air Force Thunderbolt, which is said to have fully demonstrated its performance even in the harsh climate and operating environment that cannot be compared with the European front, is a set of two aircraft that also shows its rugged charm.

Marking can be selected from 4 types
Royal Air Force 73rd Conversion Training Squadron Squadron Commander Frank Reginald Carrie Dedicated Aircraft 1945 Egypt
Royal Air Force 73rd Conversion Training Squadron 1945 Egypt
Royal Air Force 134th Squadron 1945 India
Royal Air Force 34th Squadron 1945 India

[Major features]
-Modeled the Royal Air Force fighter Thunderbolt Mk.II that was active in World War II
--1/144 scale, plastic model assembly kit
--The finished length of the aircraft is 76mm
--Includes parts for 2 machines
--There are 4 types of markings
-Decals are made by Italian cult graph High quality silk screen printing


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Manufacturer : Platz

Scale : 1/144
Release Date : Feb(Jan. 8, 2021 Pre-order start.)
Sales Price : 1,530yenabout14.73USD

https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10751540






Saturday, December 26, 2020

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

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[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.

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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





Tuesday, November 17, 2020

1/144 C-46D Commando `USAAF` by Platz


 

1/144 C-46D Commando `USAAF` by Platz

This is a reissue with new USAAF decals scheme.


Manufacturer : Platz

Scale : 1/144
Series : Airplane
Release Date : Dec(Nov. 13, 2020 Pre-order start.)
Sales Price : 2,380yen about22.65USD

https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10738350

Here are review of a previous issue utilising a JASDF decal scheme:

 https://www.cybermodeler.com/hobby/builds/platz/build_platz_pd21.shtml

https://modelingmadness.com/scott/korean/us/usaf/c46.htm

inc sprue shots

http://www.hyperscale.com/2013/reviews/kits/platzpd21reviewmd_1.htm

1/144 P-47D 'Razorback' - Eduard

 


1/144 P-47D 'Razorback' - Eduard

Platz sprues, 
New Decals
Eduard release.


Estimated Release Date (Europe): January 2020