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UKRAINE DEFENDERS FROM MASTERBOX

In spite of the current situation, Ukrainian firm MasterBox is continuing work and designing a new figure series... Russian-Ukrainian war 2022. The figures will be in 1/35 and 1/24 scales.

Blitz StuH and StuG tank Review Premium

BLITZ’S 2-IN-1 STURMGESCHÜTZ

Takom sub-brand Blitz has produced a superb1/35 kit that allows you to build either a late production StuG III Ausf.G, or a StuH 42. It's great value for fans of German armour, and includes extensive photo-etched metal details and optional turned metal barrels.

DECALS FOR BRITISH AMPHIBIANS

Star Decals' three new sheets of markings for British LVT-2 and LVT-4 AMTRACs are highly useful for anyone considering building this amphibious armoured vehicle in 1/35 scale.

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The Weird Howitzer

The unorthodox marriage of a 122mm gun and a vintage tank chassis forms the basis of RyeField Model's 1/35 T-34/D-30 howitzer. Learn all about this kit with Christian Lupu's fascinating build.

MINE HUNTING AND FRESH PRODUCE FROM MINIART

Two new styrene accessory sets from MiniArt could well inspire your next diorama or vignette. Whether you opt for the mine detectors or fruit in crates, a feast of fine detail awaits.

TAKOM’S LARGE-SCALE SHIP DEFENDERS Review Premium

TAKOM’S LARGE-SCALE SHIP DEFENDERS

Takom's release of 1/35 Sea Wolf and Sea Dart missile systems are timely, given this year's 40th anniversary of the Falklands conflict...in which the weapons made their combat debuts. We review the kits in full.

AIRFIX’S CLERICAL HOWITZER: THE M7 PRIEST Review Premium

AIRFIX’S CLERICAL HOWITZER: THE M7 PRIEST

Airfix's 1/35 M7 Priest is a happy medium between the vintage Italeri offering, and more modern toolings by Dragon. Learn more about the heritage and detail of this military gem.

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Decal Review: Star Decals' Normandy Thunderbolt Shermans

Here’s another great compilation of schemes from Star Decals, with this sheet focusing on the vehicles used by the US Army’s 70th Tank Battalion ‘Thunderbolts’ at Utah Beach on June 6, 1944.

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MiniArt's D8506 German Tractor with Trailer Review

MiniArt has reverted to a civilian vehicle for the latest iteration of its D8506 tractor, combining it with the trailer used in several military releases. We reveal what this pairing can offer in a full review.

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Italeri's Torpedo Boat Returns! MAS 565/568 with Crew Review

After an absence of 12 years, Italeri’s MAS.568 4a Serie torpedo boat is available once more, adding a crew to the kit as part of an imposing range of 1/35 maritime subjects. Airfix Model World examines the contents in this full review...