Intermediate build

Step up to the next level of scale modelling and learn new skills from experts in their field. The Intermediate Builds section brings together the latest and past features from Airfix Model World in one place - and it's fully searchable too using the drop-down menus below. Discover how to get the best from aircraft, military, maritime and auto kits right here.

ICM BRISTOL BEAUFORT MK.I Feature Premium

ICM BRISTOL BEAUFORT MK.I

Richard Spreckley

Despite its size and detail, ICM's 1/48 new-tool Bristol Beaufort Mk.I is a surprisingly easy build project, says Richard Spreckley.

Richard Spreckley
BUILDING KINETIC’S NEW F-16 Feature Premium

BUILDING KINETIC’S NEW F-16

Mike Williams

While it might not be perfect, Kinetic's new 1/48 F-16 tooling provides a pleasing build experience for Mike Williams.

Mike Williams
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Bridge too Far? Building Revell’s ‘First Diorama’ 1/76 Sherman Firefly

Jaymes Crowther

In his first build for AMW, Jaymes Crowther shows how Revell’s ‘First Diorama’ 1/76 Sherman Firefly can be used as the basis for an exceptional scene.

Jaymes Crowther
NEW ZOUKEI-MURA 1/48 F-4G PHANTOM II BUILD Feature Premium

NEW ZOUKEI-MURA 1/48 F-4G PHANTOM II BUILD

Duncan Cooke

Duncan Cooke embarks on an anti-radar quest with his build of Zoukei-Mura's recently released 1/48 F-4G Phantom II.

Duncan Cooke
SBS Model 1/48 Caudron C.561 Feature Premium

FRENCH RACER BUILD: SBS MODEL CAUDRON C.561

Chris Clifford

In many ways, SBS Model's 1/48 Caudron C.561 racer is the ideal resin kit says Editor at Large Chris Clifford... who finds it a hugely satisfying build project.

Chris Clifford
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Too Little, Too Late – Crusader Tank in 1/35 from Border Model, built!

Huw Morgan

Huw Morgan tackles Border Model’s recently tooled 1/35 Crusader Mk.III, finishing the model on a boxart-inspired base.

Huw Morgan
Building Airfix’s ‘Upkeep’ Lancaster Feature Premium

Building Airfix’s ‘Upkeep’ Lancaster

David Holmes

David Holmes marks the 80th anniversary of the famous dams raids with his build of Airfix's new-tool Lancaster B.III(Special), in the markings of operation leader Guy Gibson.

David Holmes
ITALERI 1/48 HAWK T.1 BUILD Review Premium

ITALERI 1/48 HAWK T.1 BUILD

Bill Clark

Bill Clark completes Italeri's 1/48 BAE Hawk T.1 in RAF Tactical Weapons Unit colours, adding aftermarket improvements along the way.

Bill Clark
BUILDING EDUARD’S 1/32 MESSERSCHMITT Bf 108 Feature Premium

BUILDING EDUARD’S 1/32 MESSERSCHMITT Bf 108

Matthew Porter

Matthew Porter takes a trip into the desert with his delightful build of Eduard's 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 108 Taifun.

Matthew Porter
BUILDING ICM’S GREAT WAR MODEL T AMBULANCE Feature Premium

BUILDING ICM’S GREAT WAR MODEL T AMBULANCE

Mikael Terfors

Great War specialist Mikael Terfors finds ICM's 1/35 Model T 1917 ambulance a relaxing and enjoyable project.

Mikael Terfors