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Rescue Aids from CMK: 1/72 US and German Liferaft sets
CMK's 1/72 resin life rafts - for Revell's S-100 and Elco 80ft boat kits - are neat upgrade accessories, as our review reveals.
Uncommon Spitfires from Eduard: 1/48 Spitfire Mk.Ia
One of the big plus points with Eduard’s approach to kits is that once the signature special boxings are released, there’s the chance to feature lesser-known aircraft, and such is the case with the Spitfire Mk.Ia, reviewed here.
Eduard's Gustav Aces: 1/48 Bf 109G-6 Review
As AMW's review reveals, Modellers looking for a great value-for-money Bf 109G-6 should look no further than this lovely Weekend offering from Eduard.
Special Hobby's 1/72 P-40M Warhawk/Kittyhawk Mk.III Reviewed!
Special Hobby’s P-40 returns as a P-40M variant, combining common Runners A and B with a new Frame C for the fuselage, plus relevant glazing from P-40E and P-40N releases. AMW Reviews these contents here.
INVENTIVE BASE FROM PEEWIT
If you want a wallet-friendly display base for a small 1/72 propeller aircraft, Peewit 'Summer Meadow' is a convincing option.
Spinal Swelling: What's inside Eduard's 1/48 MiG-21SMT
Having most recently been available in Revell packaging, Eduard has restored the 1/48 MiG-21SMT to its range as a Weekend Edition kit. AMW lifts the lid on this offering here.
Parasol Predator: Eduard's 1/48 Fokker D.VIII Review
First released in 2006, Eduard’s D.VIII features delicate surface detail and a well-appointed interior, notably the cockpit. Discover AMW's verdict on the kit here.
MiniArt's Chevrolet Hauler: 1/35 G7107 Military Truck
Ukrainian firm MiniArt has repackaged its G7107 with a set of figures posed as if carrying out repairs - read AMW's review of the kit now!
Airfix releases Classic Soviet Armour - its 1/72 Josef Stalin JS-3!
First released in 1962, Airfix’s JS-3 returns in Vintage Classics packaging - check out Airfix Model World's review here.
Late-War Panzer from Dragon: 1/72 Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf.J Early Production
Often viewed as a backwards step in Panzer IV development, the last subtype – the Ausf.J – is the subject of Dragon’s small-scale kit, reviewed here by AMW.
World of Tanks Gaming Assault Gun - Revell 1/72 Sturmgeschütz IV
Those opening this re-boxed Matchbox kit as part of Revell’s link with World of Tanks are in for a pleasant surprise, as it was one of the former firm’s last products. Read AMW's verdict here.
ICM’S NEW-TOOL 1/32 YAK-9T IS HERE!
Modellers now have the first ever 1/32 styrene Yakovlev Yak-9, courtesy of ICM... and it's a beauty.
Ubiquitous Celebration: Italeri's 1/35 Willys Jeep MB 80th Anniversary
Italeri’s 1/24 Willys Jeep has been re-released to celebrate 80 years since the type was first produced. Discover more in AMW's review.
ICONIC AMERICAN VEHICLE FROM RODEN
The iconic Greyhound bus from the 1940s has been immortalised in 1/35 scale by Roden. It's a well-detailed kit with markings for nine vehicles.
WAR PRIZE HALF-TRACK BY SPECIAL ARMOUR
Fans of small-scale AFVs have a splendid option in Special Armour's 1/72 Captured Sd.Kfz.250 Ausf. A half-track.
TRUMPETER’S ANTI-AIRCRAFT BEAST
If you like building anti-aircraft vehicles, Trumpeter's L4500A truck with 3.7cm Flak is a generally well-detailed, parts-packed option.
CAPTURED TANK SCHEMES FROM KAGERO
If you want to put a different spin on an Allied armoured fighting vehicle, Kagero's Beutepanzer profile/decal book offers fascinating alternatives.
TUSKEGEE AND OTHER MUSTANGS BY EDUARD
If the P-51 lights your modelling fire, Eduard's new 1/48 Red Tails & Co Limited Dual Combo is a superb mixed-media package.
TAMIYA’S ALL-NEW CHALLENGER 2
Thirty years have passed since Tamiya produced its 1/35 Challenger 2 tank...but finally we now have 1/48 version from the company.
Top-Quality Armour from MiniArt: 1/35 Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf.H Nibelungenwerk Mid Prod
MiniArt’s high standards are again on view with its ‘baseline’ offering of the Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf.H, reviewed here by AMW.
ALLIED HALF-TRACK ‘UNIFORMS’ FROM STAR DECALS
If you plan to build a US Army M3A1 half-track but want alternative markings, check out Star Decals' sheet 35-C-1233, which offers four fresh liveries.
ICM’S RARE ARMOURED CAR REWORKED
ICM has released its third boxing of the German Sd.Kfz.247 Ausf.B armoured car, this time with an MG 34 machine-gun and mount.
ICM's General Purpose Hauler - 1/35 G7117 truck review
Modellers wanting to build US World War Two logistics vehicles are spoilt for choice with two manufacturers releasing several kits: ICM's G7117 is reviewed here.
REVELL U-BOAT RESURFACES
Maritime modellers will welcome the re-release of Revell's 1/144 Type XXI U-boat - a well-detailed kit that comes with decals for four different vessels.
NEW CMK ACCESSORIES: MOSQUITO, STUKA, LANCASTER AND SABRE
CMK has released a raft of accessories for recent kits; the Sabre and Lancaster in 1/48 and the Stuka and Mosquito in 1/72. Get more details here.
SPECIAL HOBBY TWIN-SEAT MIRAGE COMEBACK
Special Hobby's delightful 1/72 twin-seat Mirage F1B/BE has been re-released, and offers three different special schemes.
NEW ARDVAARK ‘OFFICE’ UPGRADES FROM RESKIT
If you have Hobby Boss F-111s to build, you'll be interested in the new resin/PE cockpit upgrades from Ukraine's RESKIT. 3D-printed decals are included.
CMK’S LATE-TYPE MK.II ‘BEAU’ 1/72 CONVERSION
Backdate your Airfix 1/72 Bristol Beaufighter Mk.X to a late Mk.II night-fighter, courtesy of CMK's new resin and PE conversion.
BEAUFIGHTER ‘BIBLE’ FROM AIR-BRITAIN
Any modeller contemplating Beaufighter builds shouldn't miss Air-Britain's stunning new hardback reference book on the type.
EDUARD’S DAZZLING SPITFIRE MK.V PACKAGE
Eduard continues its 1/48 Spitfire Story Limited Dual Combo series with a superb offering - Per Aspera ad Astra.