Aircraft reviews
IN-FLIGHT DUSTER
Not having been included in any iteration of its newly tooled 1/72 Z-37A Čmelák, Eduard’s Brassin M72 applicator – essentially the type’s crop-spraying equipment – will be a boon to those looking for enhanced detail.
EARLY 'EMIL' ARMAMENT
Special Hobby’s new-tool 1/72 Messerschmitt Bf 109 has drawn many plaudits since its recent release, but those seeking extra detail will appreciate subsidiary firm CMK’s detailing sets – such as this wing armament package for E-1 or E-5 versions.
THUNDERBOLT 'PUNCH'
Modellers with 1/32 Thunderbolts by Trumpeter, Revell or Hasegawa will find this turned metal upgrade from Master Model ideal for improving the model’s appearance.
“RADIO CHECK, OVER…”
Designed to fit Special Hobby’s newly tooled Bf 109E kits, this upgrade adds a set of FuG VII radio equipment for the rear fuselage, all visible behind a separate hatch.
SAYŌNARA ‘RHINO’
There have been various Phantom kits released recently, in different scales, but none more dazzling than this 1/144 Japanese special scheme aircraft from Japanese manufacturer Platz.
MUSSOLINI’S FALCON
Italeri’s 1/72 Fiat CR.42 makes its fifth comeback since debuting in 2006, with a whole new decal sheet. CHRIS CLIFFORD gives his verdict on this styrene sesquiplane.
TRIPLE-CROWN FIGHTER
Limited-run kit wizard Dora Wings has chosen a fascinating subject in the Swedish Air Force J 9 as it’s latest 1/48 offering. CHRIS CLIFFORD inspects the contents.
COMMONWEALTH AND RAF WILD HORSES
Eduard’s 1/48 P-51 Mustang has won many plaudits since its initial debut. As CHRIS CLIFFORD finds out, it’s now been re-released in Mk.IV format as a special ProfiPACK boxing, with mixed-media additions and six fresh colour schemes.
Eduard 1/48 Hawker Tempest Mk.II review
Special Hobby has relied on fellow Czech manufacturer Eduard to provide us with a new 1/48 Hawker Tempest Mk.II, as CHRIS CLIFFORD explains.
Border Model 1/35 Messerschmitt Bf 109G-6
The hotly anticipated Bf 109G-6 from Border Model is notable for its scale – 1/35 – which is usually the preserve of military vehicles. Join CHRIS CLIFFORD as he delves into this novel limited-edition package.