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IPMS SCALE MODELWORLD 2022 News Freemium

IPMS SCALE MODELWORLD 2022

This year's IPMS(UK) Scale Modelworld show at Telford was a resounding success. Read the first of our reports, which offers a wealth of photos.

THIRTY-PLUS F-4F SCHEMES BY HOUSE OF PHANTOMS

Any F-4 enthusiast will surely be interested in this dazzling new array of 1/48 Luftwaffe decals from House of Phantoms.

ITALERI REISSUE OF FUJIMI ‘FISHBED’ Review Premium

ITALERI REISSUE OF FUJIMI ‘FISHBED’

Chris Clifford discovers that the Fujimi 1/72 MiG-21bis, reissued by Italeri, still stands up well after three decades.

NEW MUSTANG AND ZERO DECALS FROM KAGERO

Polish publisher Kagero has released its first ever standalone decals. Find out more about its 1/48 sheets for the P-51D Mustang and A6M2 Type 21 Zero.

NEW-TOOL: AERO 11 FROM SPECIAL HOBBY Review Premium

NEW-TOOL: AERO 11 FROM SPECIAL HOBBY

Special Hobby has produced the world's first 1/72 styrene kit of the Aero Ab-11 biplane. Read our full review.

NAVAL LEGEND: HMS VICTORY MODELLING BOOK

Experienced and novice modellers wishing to build Admiral Nelson's HMS Victory have a useful reference in Seaforth Publishing's new Ship Craft book.

HUNGARIAN ANTI-AIRCRAFT TANK FROM IBG MODELS Review Premium

HUNGARIAN ANTI-AIRCRAFT TANK FROM IBG MODELS

IBG Models' new 40M Nimrod anti-aircraft tank is a splendid option for military modellers who favour 1/72 scale. Read our detailed review.

IPMS releases Scale ModelWorld Floorplans

In preparation for Scale ModelWorld on November 12-13, IPMS UK has released details of the show's floorplan and exhibitor list.

CMK AIRCRAFT UPGRADES: MIRAGE, BEAUFORT AND MORE

Upgrades for the Arma Hobby Ki-84, Airfix Beaufort and Special Hobby Mirage IIIC are among the latest 1/72 items from CMK.

AIRFIX WHIRLWIND HELICOPTER RETURNS Review Premium

AIRFIX WHIRLWIND HELICOPTER RETURNS

Fans of Airfix's ongoing Vintage Classics range can now buy the firm's reissued 1/72 Westland Whirlwind HAS.22 helicopter kit.

NEW SCHEMES WITH ARMA P-51B REISSUE

Arma Hobby's superb 1/72 P-51B Mustang has been reissued with new markings for five schemes.

AK INTERACTIVE JOINS 1/35 FIGURE/ACCESSORY MARKET

Spain's AK Interactive has joined the styrene figure/accessory market with various 1/35 sets offering different subjects. See three samples here.

IPMS reveals new merch for SMW 2022!

IPMS (UK) has unveiled new merchandise that will be available as part of its range at Scale ModelWorld in Telford on November 12-13.

NEW MODELLING LAMP VIA TYRELL MODELS

A decent light source for modelling is vital for good results, and preserving your eyesight. Both are assured with the Hobby Arch LED Lamp via Tyrell Models.

LOVELY LEGS: KAZAN’S 1/48 PHANTOM UNDERCARRIAGE

If you want to make a real showpiece out of your Tamiya 1/48 New-tool F-4B Phantom II, the new landing gear set from Kazan Model Dynamics will help no end.

REISSUED METEOR TRAINER FROM SPECIAL HOBBY Review Premium

REISSUED METEOR TRAINER FROM SPECIAL HOBBY

The original MPM Meteor T.7 has been re-released by Special Hobby, with three lovely new colour schemes. Read our full review.

NEW TOOL: EDUARD’S 1/72 S-199 MEZEK Feature Premium

NEW TOOL: EDUARD’S 1/72 S-199 MEZEK

Eduard's new-tool 1/72 Avia S-199 Mezek provides Garry Tobiss with a hugely enjoyable build experience... twice!

F-80C REISSUED BY AIRFIX Review Premium

F-80C REISSUED BY AIRFIX

Nostalgia and old kit rejuvenation go hand-in-hand with Airfix's original 1/72 F-80C Shooting Star... reissued in the firm's Vintage Classics range.

AMBERLEY’S STRATEGIC AIR COMMAND BOOK

If you're embarking on builds of US Strategic Air Command aircraft, Amberley Publishing's new book SAC in the 1980s is a wallet-friendly reference.

NEW-TOOL: 1/72 Ki-21-Ib FROM ICM Review Premium

NEW-TOOL: 1/72 Ki-21-Ib FROM ICM

Fans of Japanese World War Two aircraft will be delighted with ICM's new-tool 1/72 Mitsubishi Ki-21-Ib 'Sally' bomber, reviewed here in full.

AIRFIX’S ALL-NEW 1/48 AVRO ANSON MK.I… COMPLETED! Feature Premium

AIRFIX’S ALL-NEW 1/48 AVRO ANSON MK.I… COMPLETED!

Matthew Porter can barely contain his excitement while building an exclusive test-shot of Airfix's 1/48 new-tool Avro Anson Mk.I.

GLIDE AND CONQUER: ICM NEW-TOOL GOTHA 242 Feature Premium

GLIDE AND CONQUER: BUILDING ICM'S NEW-TOOL GOTHA 242

ICM's new-tool 1/48 Gotha Go 242B was a surprise offering for many modellers, including Dean Large. Read the full build article and see his verdict.

Scale ModelWorld Seminars set!

IPMS UK has announced the programme of modelling seminars it will host at this year's Scale ModelWorld in Telford.

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NEW TOOL: Airfix's superb 1/48 Avro Anson preview

The final new tooling from Airfix's 2022 release schedule is the Avro Anson Mk.I and the firm has arguably saved the best until last. Discover more in our preview, prior to the full-build feature in December's issue!

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Arma Hobby's stunning new Airacobra arrives!

Polish model manufacturer Arma Hobby has just released a newly tooled 1/72 P-39Q Airacobra and it’s a miniature gem, as STU FONE reveals.

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Bigger and Better: Hailsham & District Scale Model Show Report

EXTRA IMAGES INSIDE: EXTRA IMAGES INSIDE: The Hailsham and District Model Show featured a new larger venue and was a great success, as Mike and Ethan Williams report.

STARLING MODELS’ NEW BRITISH SUB KIT Review Premium

STARLING MODELS’ NEW BRITISH SUB KIT

Royal Navy fans will welcome the all-new, mixed-media HMS Sea Rover S-Class submarine kit from Starling Models, reviewed here.

NEW TOOL: AIRFIX 1/24 SPITFIRE MK.IX Feature Premium

NEW TOOL: AIRFIX 1/24 SPITFIRE MK.IX

Steve Budd has a detail bonanza with his build of Airfix's hotly anticipated 1/24 Spitfire Mk.IXc.

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Airfix Model World December 2022

The full issue in page-turning format

AK’S JAPANESE ARMOUR FINISHING GUIDE

Military modellers tackling Japanese armour can learn much from AK Interactive's new book on painting and weathering that country's wartime vehicles.