Friday, March 14, 2014

1/144 Bi-Planes - Workshop Vol.14 - F-Toys



1/144 Bi-Planes - Workshop Vol.14 - F-Toys

Tachikawa Ki-9,
Kawanishi E7K,
 Fiat CR.42 Falco

http://www.platz-hobby.com/products/4242.html

Release Date : 19th May 2014

1/144 Sea Vixen FAW.2 - Miniwings


1/144 Sea Vixen FAW.2 - Miniwings
Another great kit from Miniwings - As used by the Fleet Air Air of the British Royal Navy.
Britian's first all weather, all metal supersonic carrier based fighter, supersonic designed in the late 50s and introduced in the early 60s.

The kit follows the successful Miniwings formula , with great quality casting and a good spread of parts.
Interesting points for this release are the supply of both vac-form and resin canopy options, and new pro-decals from JBR (no alps here!)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/De_Havilland_Sea_Vixen
http://www.seavixen.org/
http://www.thunder-and-lightnings.co.uk/seavixen/

Available:
http://www.kits-shop.com/

Coming Soon from  http://www.miniwing.cz/
Dassault Mirage IV A
The FMA IA 58 Pucará


1/144 WWII Airspeed AS.58 Mk II (Horsa II) - CGD



1/144 WWII Airspeed AS.58 Mk II (Horsa II) - CGD

CGDs newest release is something a little different to normal, so some of you will  like it and others will be challenged by it!?

After seeing the success of German glider landings during the early stage of WWII, The British Air Ministry issued a specification for a glider to the company Airspeed. The horsa was developed. Mark I has a port side door-ramp and could carry 28 fully armed soldiers. Mark II the improved version had a hinged nose for direct loading of vehicles and guns. Tail section can also dropped off after landing for quick exit of troops and equipment.

The Horsa was first used in an unsuccessful attack on German Heavy Water Plant at Rjukan, Norway in November 1942. Its major use started from the invasion of Sicily in July 1943, followed by D-Day, invasion of Southern France, Arnhem in 1944 and in the Rhine Crossing in March 1945.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airspeed_Horsa

Available in multiple versions versions:
http://www.combatgroupdynamix.com/eShop.html

Basic
This plane is Painted in basic Camouflaged pattern. Depending on the options desired by the customer, minor assembling is required. Painting of the model is done individually by hand, so camouflaged pattern will be different from model to model.This model is a 9 parts model, containing one fuselage, one nose cone, one tail section, one cockpit interior, one closed door, one opened door, one seating platform and two pilot figures.
http://www.combatgroupdynamix.com/Diorama/WargameSeries/Armour/Horsa/WargameArmourHorsaBasic.html

British/Commonwealth
This plane is Painted in Camouflaged pattern with British markings. Depending on the options desired by the customer, minor assembling is required. Painting of the model is done individually by hand, so camouflaged pattern will be different from model to model.This model is a 9 parts model, containing one fuselage, one nose cone, one tail section, one cockpit interior, one closed door, one opened door, one seating platform and two pilot figures.
http://www.combatgroupdynamix.com/Diorama/WargameSeries/Armour/Horsa/WargameArmourHorsaBrit.html

RAAW / KIT
 This plane is UNPAINTED and UNASSEMBLED.This model is a 15 parts model, containing one fuselage, one nose cone, one tail section, a pair of wings, one cockpit interior, one closed door, one opened door, one seating platform, a pair of rear undercarriage, one nose wheel, one sled, and two pilot figures.

The fuselage and wings are available in three versions:
The basic version is for painting with no specific markings. Customer will require to purchase their own decals or paint on their own desired markings.

The Etched British version has standard British markings outlines etched into the model. Customer can use the outlines as a guide for painting the markings.

The Etched US version has standard US markings outlines etched into the model. Customer can use the outlines as a guide for painting the markings.
http://www.combatgroupdynamix.com/Diorama/WargameSeries/Armour/Horsa/WargameArmourHorsaRAAAW.html

1/144 Future Releases - Valom


1/144 Future Releases - Valom

Albatros D.V  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albatros_D.V
Fokker Dr.1   http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fokker_Dr.I
North American T6-G Texan http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_American_T-6_Texan

A great collection of aircraft will be great to see the Dr.1 with some brass, and the T-6 a first in 1/14 I think and a multitude of aftermarket decal options!

1/144 Japanese WWII Hanger - Cobaanii -


1/144 Japanese WWII Hanger - Cobaanii

As part of Cobaanii's 'Front Line Series' they have released  1/144 Japanese WWII Hanger, which given the amount of 1/144 Zero Fighters produced, should be a sure fire hit!

Dimensions: 59mm x 220mm x 190 mm (including base)

http://cobaanii.com/frontline.html

Price: 3,500 Yen.

Available: http://www.hlj.com/product/COBFS-010/Mil

Monday, February 24, 2014

VOTE @ Revell.de


VOTE @ Revell.de

Revell Germany has opened a new voting page, collecting ideas from the community (mainly for new kits) and holding a vote on each one. The site is available in German and English (you can switch on the top right of the page). I'm not sure how much influence this will have on Revells future plans but it might be an opportunity to promote 1/144th scale subjects. Feel free to join, add your ideas (in the "About" section) and vote for others.

Note: The English and German section have different listings/

http://ideas.revell.de/en/ideas/
http://ideas.revell.de/de/ideas/


http://www.kampfgruppe144.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=3106

Friday, February 21, 2014

1/144 Brengun.cz News



1/144 Brengun.cz News

Tupolev G-5 mod.XIII
A great looking Torpedo boat, designed by the famous aircraft designer Professor Andrey N. Tupolev
http://www.brengun.cz/e-shop/1-144-construction-kits-18/tupolev-g-5-mod-xiii-986
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G-5-class_motor_torpedo_boat

Zeppelin 'Rammer'
A paper project based upon the premise of simply ramming allied bombers out of the skies...
http://www.luft46.com/misc/zrammer.html

Blohm & Voss BV 40
Achieving a stage beyond paper, a small number of prototypes of this armed glider fighter were produced. Designed to attack Allied bomber formations during the time of the bombing raids over Nazi Germany.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blohm_%26_Voss_BV_40
http://www.warbirdsresourcegroup.org/LRG/bv40.html


1/144 New Kits from Dameya


1/144 New Kits from Dameya
Dameya has been busy producing kits using CAD design and printing in the Shapeways 'FUD' material delivery increased detail, but at a higher price and offerings for the carpet monster.

Crusader Cruiser MK.III (MK. I/II also available)
Panzer Kugel
V-2(A-4) Transport Trailer (can be used with Strategist SS100 Hanomag)
M22 Locust Airborne Tank
IJA Type 4
M3 Lee
M3 Grant

Available now (Japan): http://www.dameya.net/
Overseas shipping service (May 2014)

Coming soon: 1/144 IJA 'Maru-Yu' Transport Submarine!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Type_3_submergence_transport_vehicle

1/144 GAZ 67, ZIS-5, T-18. SiG33 38t Ausf.H, Chevrolet WB30 (LRDG) - Panzer Depot


1/144 GAZ 67, ZIS-5, T-18. SiG33 38t Ausf.H, Chevrolet WB30 (LRDG)  - Panzer Depot
Panzer Depot has got off to a big start releasing a number of items covering a range of subjects and nationalities.

Russian GAZ 67
Russian ZIS-5 LKW
Russian T-18 light tank
German 15cm SIG33 38t Ausf.H
British Chevrolet WB30 (LRDG) patrol truck

Available :February 2014

Website: www.panzerdepot.com
Online shop: www.panzerdepot.com/eshop/catalog/
Ebay shop: http://stores.ebay.com/Panzer-Depot

Monday, February 10, 2014

1/144 Heinkel He 219 A-2, A-5 & A-7 - Mark. 1





1/144 Heinkel He 219 A-2, A-5 & A-7 - Mark, 1

MKM14419 He 219A-2 Uhu ‘Night Hunter’
MKM14425 He 219A-5 Uhu ‘Night Owl’
MKM14427 He 219A-7 Uhu ‘Night Fighter’

First shots of the coming model of the He 219 Uhu have just been made available!
(Double Click Images Above for Larger images)

In total, three variants are boxes are currently being prepared with a range of national decals, and in addition to the plastic sprues the kits will also include a small fret with photo-etched parts (aerials, cockpit seats and other details).

Available from Kits-World for Pre-Order (free worldwide shipping)
http://kits-shop.com/mark-i-models_1_144.php.

1/144 Westland Wessex HU.5/HU.5C - Mark. 1



1/144 Westland Wessex HU.5/HU.5C - Mark. 1

A British licence development of the Sikorsky S-58, the Westland Wessex was a general purpose duties all-metal helicopter produced by Westland Aircraft Ltd.

The Wessex HU.5, basically similar to the HC.2, represented the last version for the Royal Navy. It was powered by twin R-R Gnome turboshaft engines, which provided enough power and added safety for carrying troops into action.

A pre-production aircraft flew in May 1963 and a total of 100 machines were deliverered between 1963 and 1967. The HU.5 was also used in SAR, communications, fire support, air ambulance, paratrooping and ferrying roles. Following distinguished service the type was eventually withdrawn from RN service in March 1988.

Wessex HU.5C was a designation for a small batch of aircraft deployed to No.84 Squadron at RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus, serving there in the period 1984-94.

Available from Kits-World for Pre-Order (free worldwide shipping)
http://kits-shop.com/mark-i-models_1_144.php

1/144 Westland Wessex HC.2/HAR.2 - Mark 1



1/144 Westland Wessex HC.2/HAR.2 - Mark 1

A British licence development of the Sikorsky S-58, the Westland Wessex was a general purpose duties all-metal helicopter produced by Westland Aircraft Ltd.

The Wessex HC.2 was designed for battlefield tactical support, troop-carrying and casualty evacuation. Powered by twin Rolls-Royce Gnome turboshaft engines in a redesigned nose (compared to HAS.1/3), the pre-production prototype first flew in October 1962 and the type entered RAF service early in 1964.

In the period 1976-96 the Wessex was used in the SAR role under the designation HAR.2. Covering both day and night call-outs, they carried out invaluable work in air, sea and mountain rescue roles.

A total of 72 Wessex HC.2s were built by Westland, the last of which was delivered in July 1968. It provided a lengthy service, flying with units both in the UK and overseas, with the last machines withdrawn in January 2003.

Available from Kits-World for Pre-Order (free worldwide shipping)
http://kits-shop.com/mark-i-models_1_144.php

1/144 Aero L-39V Albatros + Letov KT-04 drone - Mark 1


1/144 Aero L-39V Albatros  + Letov KT-04 drone - Mark 1 

The L-39 Albatros, a high-performance second-generation jet trainer, was developed by the Aero Vodochody aircraft company in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It is a two-seat, all-metal monoplane powered by an Ivchenko AI-25 turbofan engine. Becoming the most widely used jet trainer, until today about 2,800 L-39s have served with more than thirty air forces around the world.

The L-39V was a dedicated target tug version utilised by air forces of Czechoslovakia and East Germany.

http://www.4pluspublications.com/en/scale-model-kits/mkm14414-aero-l-39v-kt-04

Available from Kits-World for Pre-Order (free worldwide shipping)
http://kits-shop.com/mark-i-models_1_144.php

Monday, February 03, 2014

1/144 Vickers Windsor and Boeing B-17 B/C/D - Anigrand


1/144 Vickers Windsor and Boeing B-17 B/C/D - Anigrand

The Vickers Windsor is an interesting technological development resulting in a number of prototypes being produced, but ultimately upgrades to the Lancaster proved more cost effective. Nice subject and hopefully will have some interesting bonuses - Vickers Type 432,Martin Baker MB 5? A Vickers Victory would make a good future Anigrand 'Huge Bird' release!

The Boeing B-17B/C/D is a strange choice, will this be a 3 in 1 series, or just the one with parts for 3 options? If the latter, then this is going to be a small kit and maybe some more impressive bonuses?

http://www.anigrand.com/future_releases.htm
http://www.anigrand.com/AA4087_B-17B.htm

Well, it would appear that S&M Models had recently issued their Vickers Windsor.

However, there are the two recurring problems with S&M
   i) their name and the internet don't mix well,
   ii) they don't appear to have a website (and if they do its impossible to find due to issue (1))

1/144 Vickers Windsor by S&M 
http://www.hannants.co.uk/product/SMK44-15


1/144 scale Sukhoi T-4 Sotka Soviet supersonic bomber



1/144 scale  Sukhoi T-4 Sotka  Soviet supersonic bomber  

Not much to go on a the moment, other than this is likely to be the "real T-4" opposed to the conjectural T-4MS previously released by Anigrand?

http://www.anigrand.com/AA4094_T-4.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sukhoi_T-4
You know that after this your going to feel the urge to build a Tu-144 as well!??

Bonus Aircaft: 

Left:  ????
Centre: Sukhoi SU-17R
Right: Kalinin K-15