Aircraft
The world of aircraft modelling is hugely varied, offering different scales and types... with more subjects appearing regularly. Established mainstream manufacturers include Airfix, Hasegawa, Trumpeter, Italeri, Revell, Eduard and Special Hobby, but there are many more, such as Arma Hobby, KP, ICM, Roden, AZ Model... the list goes on. Most kits are in styrene, but the world of resin and mixed-media aircraft is growing constantly... especially with the advent of 3D-printing, for accessories and whole kits.
LATE-WAR MOSQUITOES
IN FOCUS: Although the de Havilland Mosquito was a great success in RAF service from the start during World War Two, it was the two-stage supercharged Merlin engine that proved to be the game changer. Malcolm V Lowe examines why:
MARITIME MENACE
QUICK CONVERSION: Garry Tobiss converts Airfix’s superb 1/72 B-25C/D to a 75mm gun-toting -G version, adding upgrades at the same time.
HIGH ALTITUDE SPECIALIST
Eduard has added another 1/48 Weekend Edition kit to its range by offering the bare styrene parts from its previous Bf 109G-6/AS ProfiPACK.
HERKY BIRD BOOTS
It was never going to be long before aftermarket upgrades for Zvezda’s new-tool C-130H Hercules started to appear… and these bespoke resin wheels from Eduard will certainly add refinement.
GERMAN AIR FORCE GEMS
The latest edition of Luftwaffe Im Focus offers a wealth of inspiration and historical content for modellers. Read our appraisal of Issue 30 and see example pages here...
ARE YOU A 'MOSSIE' MAESTRO?
ARE YOU A ’MOSSIE’ MAESTRO?
Test your knowledge with our 20 questions on the Mosquito, to celebrate the exclusive build of Airfix’s new 1/72 B.XVI in the August issue of Airfix Model World
DAZZLING GREAT WAR BIRDS
Stunning colour schemes define Eduard’s Weekend Edition re-release of its splendid 1/72 Albatros D.V biplane fighter. Check out the four liveries here...
Airfix Model World July 2021
Welcome to Airfix Model World July 2021 featuring full coverage of Airfix's re-released 1/72 Ju 87B-1 Stuka, AMK's stunning 1/48 F-14D Super Tomcat, Airfix's 1/35 US Military Tractor, exclusive model builds, scale modelling news, reviews and more. Read the full issue in PDF format here or dip into our reformatted online features for KeyModelWorld at your leisure.
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.