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Keep up to date with the latest and most comprehensive round up of new model, accessory, decal and book releases from Airfix Model World. Whether you are looking for aircraft, military, figures, auto or maritime kits or that specific set of decals you will find it here. Plus you can use our search feature to look for specific suppliers, scales or types of model.

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Airfix Vintage Classics WWII US Paratroops Figure Review

If there’s one area of Airfix nostalgia that never gets ‘old’ it’s the firm’s 1/32 figure sets, and these US Paratroops are making a welcome return. Discover our verdict on these large-scale troops here.

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Master Box German Machinegun Team Figure Review

MasterBox’s themed figure sets are always worth considering and this five-man German infantry MG 34 team is no exception - as Airfix Model World's review reveals.

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Zvezda 1/72 Soviet M-72 with Sidecar and Crew Review

Given their small size and intricate detail, there are few 1/72 motorcycle kits – as such, Zvezda’s Art of Tactic set featuring Soviet crew and a Dnepr M-72 will be of interest to modellers and wargamers alike.

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MiniArt 1/35 Royal Engineers Figure Review

MiniArt has re-issued its 2010-tooled set of 1/35 Royal Engineers, but this time around the contents include a range of extra weapons, tools and equipment on additional frames - discover more in this in-depth review.

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MiniArt's T-34/85 Composite Turret with Full Interior!

Discover the splendour that's inside MiniArt's latest 1/35 T-34/85 kit - depicting a vehicle with Composite turret from the 112 plant - in AMW's review of the kit.

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ICM's Newly Tooled 1/35 Laffly V15T Review

Continuing a theme of 1/35 French armour subjects, ICM has released a kit of the unusual Laffly V15T light artillery tractor. Discover more concerning this strange World War Two design and its scaled-down representation here.

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Zvezda 1/72 SU-122 Snap-Fit Kit Review

Here’s another addition to Zvezda’s range of exceptionally well-engineered and detailed snap-fit starter sets, depicting a Soviet SU-122 in 1/72 scale. Find out more in our detailed kit review.

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Italeri 1/72 Italian 90/53 Gun with Crew Review

Released as part of Italeri’s wargaming range, this superbly detailed small-scale Cannone 90/53 and crew is equally suitable for modellers - learn why in Airfix Model World's full review of the kit.

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ICM 1/35 BM-13-16 on G7107 Base Review

With MiniArt having previously released the Chevrolet G7107 truck and BM-13-16 rocket launcher system, it was just a matter of time before the two were combined. Find out more about this Soviet self-propelled artillery platform in this kit review.

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Revell 1/72 Sd.Kfz. 138 Marder III Ausf.M Review

Having acquired moulds from defunct firm Toxco, Revell has set about releasing a new range of 1/72 armour kits, including this Marder III Ausf.M. Discover our verdict on the kit in AMW's review.

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MiniArt Austin Armoured Car Indian Pattern Review

This seventh version of MiniArt’s 1/35 Austin armoured car depicts use in India during the 1920s - discover what's different in this iteration in this full review.

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KP 1/72 P-51 Mustang Malcolm Review

KP’s Malcolm-hood P-51B makes a welcome return with three new decal options for UK-based 354th and 361st Fighter Group machines during 1944; find out which markings schemes are supplied in our full review.

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Italeri 1/72 Fiat BR.20 Cigogna Review

The quality of Italeri’s 1972-tooled 1/72 Fiat Br.20 Cicogna (stork) means it remains the only option in the scale - read our review to find out what gives this vintage kit its longevity.

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Zvezda's Newly Tooled Hawker Hurricane Mk.IIc Review

Zvezda’s newly tooled 1/72 Hurricane Mk.IIc is another welcome addition to its snap-fit range, so no cement is required for assembly, but features great features including different pilot figures and three smart markings options.

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Airfix's 1/72 Handley Page Jetstream Review

Airfix’s kit of the Garrett-powered version of the Jetstream is now more than five decades old and well deserving of its Vintage Classics label - check out our review to discover whether it's still a worthy investement.

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Latest scale modelling accessory reviews!

Catch up on 20 of the best and latest model accessory reviews from Airfix Model World including comprehensive science-fiction upgrades, diorama materials, resin wheels and photo-etched enhancements to provide further detail than any previous scale modelling project.

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Book Review: Pen & Sword's Images of War M1 Abrams

Known by its crews as ‘The Beast’, the M1 Abrams as been at the forefront of US armoured warfare for more than 40 years, and this superb photo montage tracks the type from development to battlefield.

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Book Review: IBN Editore Reggiane Re.2005 Saguttario

Though its late-war introduction and limited production prevented great impact during World War Two, the Italian Reggiane Re.2005 Sagittario (Saggitarius/archer) fighter aircraft is a fascinating subject – especially when studied via IBN Editore’s updated guide.

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Book Review: Guideline Warpaint Ilyushin Il-28

There may not be many kit representations of the Ilyushin Il-28 Beagle, but as Guideline’s Warpaint title reveals, the type remained popular with users around the globe – even after its scheduled retirement.

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Book Review: Crowood Modelling German World War 1 Aircraft

Modellers wanting to start building German World War One aircraft will find much on offer in this helpful ‘how-to’ guide’ from Crowood.

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Book Review: Pen & Sword's Images of War The Hawker Hunter

While it’s great to see Pen & Sword’s Images of War collection expand to cover subjects outside of the two world wars, the format’s black-and-white images limit the appeal when a more modern type is featured – as here with the Hawker Hunter.

SUPERB DIORAMA SETTINGS FROM VALLEJO Review Premium

SUPERB DIORAMA SETTINGS FROM VALLEJO

Want to create a diorama but don't know where to start? An easier route is via these excellent resin display bases from Vallejo, in 1/72 and 1/35 scales. They'll be fun to paint and weather, too.

FRROM’S EXOTIC POTEZ MARKINGS Review Premium

FRROM’S EXOTIC POTEZ MARKINGS

French manufacturer FRROM has released a stunning set of aftermarket decals with its own 1/72 Potez 25 kit in mind. Operators include Ethiopia, Manchura and Indochina...how's that for exotic biplanes!

SEEING STRIPES WITH EDUARD’S DELECTABLE DELFÍN Review Premium

SEEING STRIPES WITH EDUARD’S DELECTABLE DELFÍN

AMK's superb 1/72 styrene rendering of Aero's humble L-29 Delfín trainer has again found its way into an Eduard box, with added extras, including decals for a stunning tiger scheme among others.

ITALERI QUARTER-SCALE HAWK RETURNS Review Premium

ITALERI QUARTER-SCALE HAWK RETURNS

Italeri's 1/48 BAE Hawk T.1 has been re-released with new decals for four special schemes. RAF, Royal Navy and Finnish Air Force liveries are on offer with this kit.

PLATZ’S REMOTELY PILOTED 1/144 HELLCAT Review Premium

PLATZ’S REMOTELY PILOTED 1/144 HELLCAT

If you've never been tempted by 1/144 scale, Platz Hobby's dual-kit Grumman Hellcats could well sway your thinking with their superb detail. This drone boxing offers especially attractive colour schemes.

NEW-TOOL 1/12 LANCIA DELTA INTEGRALE FROM ITALERI Review Premium

NEW-TOOL 1/12 LANCIA DELTA INTEGRALE FROM ITALERI

Italeri usually offers much with its 1/12 scale car kits. That's certainly the case with its all-new Lancia Delta HF Integrale 16v, which is packed with detail inside and out. Read our extensive review here.

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Latest scale modelling accessory reviews!

Catch up on 15 of the best and latest model accessory reviews from Airfix Model World including resin ammunition, photo-etched enhancements and cast wheels to make your plastic model kits even more detailed than ever before.

SBS MODEL KITS MACCHI’S 1925 SCHNEIDER COMPETITOR Review Premium

SBS MODEL KITS MACCHI’S 1925 SCHNEIDER COMPETITOR

If you revel in building Schneider Trophy racing aircraft, SBS Model's new 1/72 Macchi M.33 from the 1925 event is an unmissable addition to your collection. It's a superbly detailed and well-fitting resin replica of the aircraft flown at Baltimore, USA, and also features PE, cast metal and clear resin parts. Find out more with our review.

NEW TWO-SEAT 1/72 ‘FOXBAT’ FROM ICM Review Premium

NEW TWO-SEAT 1/72 ‘FOXBAT’ FROM ICM

"So ugly it's cool" is how you could describe the two-seat Foxbat, and modellers can now add the MiG-25PU interceptor trainer to their collections, courtesy of ICM's new 1/72 rendition. It's a stunning kit with fine detail all round.