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P.H.J. 101 GroBer Hund From Hasegawa Hobby Kits’ Series MK05 comes its Maschinen Krieger, Strahl Demokratische Republik P.H.J. 101 GroBer Hund, 1:20 Scale Humanoid Unmanned Interceptor model kit. Fashioned after the infamous AFS, the model kit is a high-tech mobile weapon bristling with armor and armament bringing a whole new level of destruction to the battlefield. Roughly humanoid in appearance, the Interceptor is a veritable one man army with its heavy armor, various weapons and unswerving drive to battle. The model kit parts come on 13 part trees. Parts detach easily with little or no flashing-trim work is at a minimum. Glue, paint and decal application is necessary but with the enclosed detailed instruction none should be a problem. Once completed the Interceptor stands freely on its own and makes and impressive display. The Interceptor comes packaged in an unconventional box consisting of non-gloss card stock. The illustration of the Interceptor on the front looks slightly dull which fits perfectly with its military use. The entire package gives the impression of a standard
Revell breaks out four new models: two cars, one Star Wars and one WWII aircraft. Rev up your engines and get ready to go with Revell's Special Edition Series with optional parts and new tooling, 2'n1 2010 Camaro SS, 1'25 Scale, Level 2, motor machine. Dress it out in bright red with black accents or mellow it down with yellow with front and red black strips. Either way you've got a Motor City Muscle Car for the new generation of car lovers. Custom wheels and front end, an engine compartment packing a powerful V-8, custom front grill and bumper, swept tail end and a solid black interior make this the re-imagined Muscle Car for the 2000s a must-have motorized monster. The Motor Sports edition of the Corvette C5-R 'Compuware", Level 3, 1:25 Scale race car is all business with its low-profile, wedge-to-the-wind body design, reinforced frame and undercarriage, custom wheels and tires, oversize rear airfoil and interior flip cage make this Corvette a force to be reckoned with. Both models feature full assembly, paint and decal instructions and make fine additions to any car lovers collection. Kids are sure to love Revell's Star Wars Tie Fighter Snap Tite model that requires no glue, paint or decaling. Included with the Level 1 Empire Tie Fighter comes a Tie Fighter Pilot, easy to follow instructions and a gallery of other Star Wars spacecraft on the model box's rear panel. "I have you now!" Coincidentally George Lucas used the dogfights filmed during WWII to choreograph many of the famous Empire and Rebel spaceship fights. Revell's Lockheed PV-1 Venture WWII aircraft is scaled at 1:48, requires a Level 3 modeler's skill and comes with complete assembly, paint and decal instructions. This mighty war machine features a twin pilot cockpit, twin props, extra
fuel tanks, top mounted gunner station, bomb bay doors and wheel housings
that open and full interior and exterior details including three sets of
decals for customizing, antenna and radar.
Watch out for the front mounted triple machine guns.
Wrecker, GT, Del Ray, GTO And Camaro Three new Revell Level 2 Skill, 1:25 Scale, one Revell SnapTite, 1:25 Scale and one Monogram Level 2, 1:24 Scale vehicles have just been released for January. All feature perfect, to-scale parts that detach easily from part trees, easy-to-follow paint, assembly and decal instructions (except the SnapTite that requires not paint or glue) and lots of awesome interior and exterior details. First up from the Revell Truck line comes a '77 GMC Wrecker Truck with a working crane and flatbed, accessible engine, oversize tires on chrome wheels, a full-front bumper that covers the grill and comes complete with chrome window and door details, oversize mirrors, chrome bedliner and roof-mounted chrome horns. It's time for some serious hauling, especially in this deep-blue, decal-decorated Wrecker Truck! The SnapTite 2010 Ford Mustang GT Convertible is a gold pony car that packs plenty of horsepower under its hood. It sleek, four-passenger design beckons back to the classic days of the Mustang. Check out its solid black interior, chrome wheels, small rear airfoil, solid, wide black stripes centered on its hood and truck, side black stripes with mustang font, oversize rear lights and classic Mustang grill and bumpers. The fire red '56 Chevy Del Ray is a chromed out California Wheels classic with side flame decals, side chrome accents, hood ornament, chrome trim windows, oversize chrome wheels, heavy chrome bumpers and two doors. Carrying capacity is five people, the engine is chrome plated and can be painted to match either a red or yellow paint scheme. Monogram's Classic Cruiser '64 Pontiac GTO 2 'n 1 is a candy-apple red classic that can be modified to show off its dual chrome hood intakes, custom chrome wheels, full side body decals and jacked up frame. Or choose the factory issue version without all the bells and whistles. Either way you have a muscle car that's rarin' to flex its impressive muscles. It's two-door, five passenger, black interior, accessible engine and telltale GTO body style makes this car a wanna-have classic for any car collector. Revell's Motor-City Muscle '69 Camaro SS/RS Convertible 2 'n 1 is all
style with its white with black stripes exterior, solid white with gray
interior, chrome grill, bumpers and wheels, custom 396 V-8 that barely fits
into its engine compartment and sweet black accented dash with on-the-floor
shifting and bucket seats. Now that's
my kind of car!
Growler And Desk & Chair Not too long ago I reviewed Hasegawa Hobby Kits' EA-18G Growler in large scale. This time around I'm looking at the growler again, only this time in a smaller scale (1:72) and I have to say I am amazed the attention to detail is almost identical to the larger scale model. Oh sure, there are slight differences simply because some parts were small with the larger version and a few of the miniscule details get lost when scaled down even smaller. But, overall the smaller scale make little or no difference in the quality of the pieces, minimum flashing and easy detaching from the 14 part trees. The U.S. Navy Carrier Borne ECM Aircraft is a marvel of modern aviation engineering. With its enlarged fuel tank, a more powerful engine, lengthened wings, updated software and hardware, Vulcan cannon, missiles, and air-to-air ordinance. Easy to follow instructions allows modelers to paint and decal exact makings and colors on the aircraft and the lettered and numbered tree parts makes finding parts easy to identify and use. Whether in flying or landing configuration the Growler is a beauty of a model that captures the look and feel of a real combat ready aircraft. Now here's something I've never reviewed before: model school desks and chairs-three in total. All snap together easily, are pre-painted and comes with a simulated board parquet floor panel. What in the world can you use a 1/12 Scale set desks and chairs for? easy, ever hear of 1/12th Scale action
figures before. yep, G.I. Joes, Star
Wars, military, movie-you name the 1/12 scale figure and those babies can sit
their plastic behinds down behind a desk.
Good thing to, they're probably getting tired of standing!
Diablo, Shelby, Firebird, Nomad, Revell/Monogram cranks out nine new models for holidays: five cars and four aircraft. Monogram presents a Classic Crusader with its 1:24 Scale Lamborghini Diablo VT requiring Skill Level 2 for assembly. This red hot beauty is all car with its sleek design, low profile, two-passenger interior, rear engine and oversize rear airfoil. Open up this baby to check out its powerful 492 hp, 5.7 liter, V-12 engine that packs quite a punch. Details abound with both interior and exterior with hidden headlights, custom wheels, black wraparound mirrors and integrated bumpers. Wow! Less expensive but equally impressive is the '78 Pontiac Firebird 3' n 1, 1: 24 Scale, Level 2 model that allows modelers to modify this fast and furious road beast into three configurations including a sedan and convertible. You'll love the oversize Firebird hood decoration, custom wheels, gold windshield trim, trademark Pontiac grill and V8 GM block engine that crowds the engine compartment for room. Ford's Streetburner 2010 Shelby GT500 comes in a 1:25 Scale, Level 2 that gets mean when its green. Painted bright red with twin full body white strips, a Shelby engine with its V-8 powerhouse, characteristic grill, cut-in headlights, four stripped seats, custom wheels, oversize air scoop and give this car plenty of attitude. Zoom! The Level 2, 1:24 Scale '40 Ford Custom Pickup Truck is a masterpiece of muscle with awesome chrome grill, bumpers, wheels, trim and mirrors. The split windshield, roll down side windows, inset bed with wood rails and chrome engine guarantee that this Ford will be considered a classic for years to come. Remove the wood rails for an open bed or protect the bed with a blue full-bed cover. Another classic is the '56 Chevy Nomad California Wheels 2' n 1, 1:25 Scale, Level 2 station wagon. Go for a two-tone paint job, or custom side flames and full body chrome. Chrome wheels, grill, mirrors, hood ornament, bumpers and engine parts make modelers wish for the good old days when cars had their own personality and this baby's personality says, "Look at me, I'm something special!" It's time to get airborne with four aircraft models beginning with the U.S. Airforce F-5E Tiger II fighter jet. With its Sidewinder missiles, laser guided bombs and gun ports the Tiger II means business in the skies. Scaled at 1:48 and requiring Level 2 modeling skills the Tiger II model has full and accurate interior and exterior details including a cockpit that opens, landing gear, descent ladder for the pilot (who is also included), decal variations, full paint and decal application instructions and parts that detach easily from part trees. An extra fuel tank allows the craft to cruise further distances. Just as deadly is the Navy's F-8 Crusader with missiles, bombs and single engine (that boosts the aircraft to supersonic speeds) makes this aircraft a formidable opponent in any air or ground combat situation. Comprehensive instructions allow the modeler to customize the aircraft into one of two versions and the slide back canopy cockpit also includes a pilot, full instrumentation. Extra wingtips can be mounted up or down, landing gear and at Level 2 this 1: 48 Scale model is impressive displayed either flying or landed. The WWII SB2C-4 Helldiver Navy fighter aircraft is Rated Level 3 in skill and comes in at 1:48 Scale. A rear gun area, full instrument cockpit with pilot, exposed weapons bay with 500 lb bombs and a powerful four prop engine allowed the Helldiver to participate in every major naval action during the war. This highly-detailed model doesn't skimp on the details or the authenticity of its parts. Model makers need to follow the instructions to the letter. Parts are photo-etched, easy to detach from part trees with little or no flashing and painting instructions and decal schematics make putting together the Helldiver a real treat for any seasoned model maker. By far the largest and most impressive of all the recent model releases listed is the Bell Huey Gunship measuring in at 1:24 Scale and requiring a Level 2 skill. Paint application and gluing are required but with the model's enclosed instructions adding extra touches is simple. This monster of a model brings back memories of America's involvement in
the Vietnam War. With its slide open
side doors, twin oversize windshields, side windows, rocket launchers and
rotating front and rear rotors, Vietnam U.S. Army markings, internal
framework cockpit with two figures and various exterior details such as
antenna and landing rails, the Huey Gunship was the most versatile and vital
aircraft over the last several wars.
'48 Ford Coupe, '59 Chevy Impala, Lamborghini Diablo, '63 Corvette And Jungle Jim Classic car fans are sure to love the five new classic car models Revell has just released. Like all Revell models all are a perfect match to their larger
cousins. The models are scaled at
1:25 but none skimp on details. Easy to
understand instructions and clear paint and decal application diagrams allow
models, regardless of skill level, to turn out the very best models so that
when friends and family see them will give out a collective, "Wow!" The 3' n 1 '48 Ford Custom Coupe is a honey of a car that deserves
its Special Edition Series status.
Extra parts and new tooling allow modelers to customize their car into
two configurations. Each version retains the trademark '48 Coupe body but with custom
grills, bumpers, interior and exterior details and with a supped up, chromed
engine this baby is an eye-catcher regardless of what version you
customize. Check out the full dash
with chrome accents, straight-back twin front seats and cool body trim and
whitewall tires. Zoom! The '59 Chevy Impala (a personal favorite) is a 2' n 1 California
Wheels convertible that can be painted a deep bronze with custom trim or a
deep blue with minimal trim. Display your model with the white convertible top up or down, the
hood open (showcasing the powerful V8) and with the slightly redesigned twin
rear fins this car looks like its moving when its standing still. Now that's a classic car! Choose your wheel, trim and tire types, ramp up the chrome
accessories and sit back and enjoy the luxury of riding with the top down,
radio blasting and the lush interior. The Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster is the ultimate in fast-as-a-flash
streetcars. With its hefty price tag
this car delivers on all fronts with its powerful rear engine, sleek
aerodynamic design, low to the ground profile and characteristic swept back
wedge design. The price is well worth it for this classic luxury car. Twin seats melt into the chassis as the driver and passenger seem to
become one with the car as it speeds up and passes all competitors. Take a moment to appreciate the step and layer design of the rear of
chassis, front of the center passenger compartment, interior amenities and
the dynamic profile of this car amongst cars. Who doesn't love the '63 Corvette Sting Ray Coupe? With its distinctive shark/ray body style,
low profile, twin seat bubble passenger compartment and integrated bumpers,
trim and flip up headlights the Sting Ray Coupe is a automotive dream come
true. Part of Revell's Snap Tite series the car is easy to assemble,
requires no glue and no paint application.
Details extend to the body and interior and be prepared to be wowed by
the undercarriage details. Revell got it right, right down to the twin rear windshield glass and
the trademark chrome logo disc on the rear. Why do they call the Vega NHRA Funny Car the Jungle Jim? Because this baby with make you swing from
trees and vines out of sheer joy. And
what a joy it is! Painted a deep blue, this customized hotrod is all business with its
oversize rear tires, custom chrome wheels, chrome spoiler that almost invades
the passenger compartment and its custom decals. Get a load of its
center-mounted engine with side extension exhaust manifolds, flip up chassis
and counter-weight rear end. This ain't no going for ride on Sunday car! It's all business and its business is to crush whatever
unfortunate car dares to go up against it!
Heinkel And Raiden Travel back in time to the turbulent days of WWII amidst the war being waged in the sky by the Axis powers: Germany and Japan. Both nations had assembled impressive fleets of aircraft and proved to be capable enemies who deserved to be both respected and feared. The Limited Edition 1: 72 Scale German Heinkel Helll/H ‘KG55” bomber was created as in 1935 as a twin-engine, civilian transport. Although slow by military standards the newly refitted ‘bomber’ had its engine upgraded, pilot visibility improved and its shape altered for a more aerodynamic configuration. The intakes were shifted to the left of the engine, new pitch propellers were installed and improvements and additions were made to the gunner emplacements. With its crew of five, the Heinkel proved to be a formidable adversary in the air as it made its bombing runs. The Hasegawa Model Kits' Heinkel model is precise in its details right down to the plating along its fuselage and wings. Both interior and exterior details match its larger brother while handy paint and decal schematics make it easy to customize the aircraft to a model maker’s choice. Parts detach easily from the 11 part trees with very little flashing and cleanup. Easy-to-follow instructions make assembly easy and precise. The Japanese 1:32 Scale Mitsubishi J2M3 Raiden (Jack) Type 21 Japanese Navy Interceptor is a single engine, sleek small bullet of an aircraft that packs a powerful punch despite its size. Production began on the Raiden in 1943 and soon the sleek, fast-climbing and highly maneuverable aircraft took to the skies. With its boosted armament, twin 7.7mm machine guns and 20mm cannon the Raiden proved to be a force to be reckoned with in whatever configuration of modified version flew. Considered a preferred bomber destroyer and interceptor the Raiden was effective in its role but slow production and various technical problems limited its role in the war. The model is a miniature marvel of model-making. No detail was left out including a fully-detailed instrument panel, wheel and armament, pilot, engine and propeller assembly and so many other small details the veteran model maker will have a great time assembling this impressive aircraft. Full paint and decal instructions are included as is a 20 page comic book (Manga) drawn by Seiho Takizawa with an English translation. This is a ‘huge’ model and requires the highest level of model making
ability. Nine large part trees are
included along with a decal sheet.
Parts are easy to detach and assemble and by following the
step-by-step instructions model makers are assured of turning out and
excellent model with landing gear up or down.
F-4EJ-Kai Phantom II Hasegawa Hobby Kits'
F-4EJ-Kai Phantom II is a modified fighter jet made specifically for the Japan
Air Self Defense. First produced in
1968 under license from McDonnell Douglas, the aircraft was meant to last
into the 1990s. The upgrades included new radar capabilities based on digital designs
and less hands-on switching controls manually. Much of the aircraft's capabilities are wired through the
throttle control and a heads-up display allows the pilot to keep his eyes on
his flight instead of glancing in the cockpit at dials. The F-4EJ-Kai Phantom II 1:72 Scale model is designed with the more
seasoned model-maker in mind. Ten
part trees hold over 100 parts all of which detach easily from the trees with
little or not flashing. Pieces fit
snuggly together with little effort and minimal gluing. Decal and paint application is made easy
when the detailed enclosed instructions are followed. A twin seat cockpit can be displayed with canopy open or closed and
landing gear can be shown up or down.
Full armament and extra fuel tanks attach easily to the wings and body
interior and exterior accessories and equipment are easily identifiable using
the model piece number labeling and the part numbering illustrations and
assembly instructions included with the kit.
Super Hornet And JV44 Combo This September Hasegawa Hobby
Kits' released two new Limited Edition double, aviation model kits. They are the Me26A & Fw190D-9
"JV44 Combo" and the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet "U.S. Naval
Aviation Centennial Combo". Both are 1:72 Scale and contain multiple part trees, full instructions-including
decal and paint application directions.
Like all of Hasegawa Hobby Kits' models they boast clean, crisp parts
that easily detach from their respective part trees and fit together snuggly
when assembled. Veteran model makers will appreciate the attention to detail and the
skill necessary to assemble, paint and decal each double model kit. That's right, both models contain two
kits! Talk about a deal! The JV44 Combo features the ultimate German Fw190D-9 WWII aircraft that
scored more kills than any other aircraft.
Long and sleek, the aircraft had incredible maneuverability. The model kit lets model makers decorate
it in one of two marking options. The Me 262A-1a jet-powered fighter out-sped all competitors at an
impressive 550 mph. Unfortunately its
slow acceleration made it an easy target and it required additional aircraft
protection. Modelers may also paint
it in one of two marking choices. The Super Hornet Centennial Combo jumps ahead in time several decades
to the early 2000's. The single-seat
F/A-18E and the two-seat F/A-18F joined the U.S. Navy squadron and
immediately saw action first in Operation Southern Watch and then the Pacific
Fleet Battle. In honor of 100 years
of flight both aircraft were decorated in Centennial-themed insignia in 2011. Both models feature enlarged fuel tanks, larger air intakes to
compensate for their additional power, wings that are lengthened, airframes
modified and tweaks given to electronics and electrical systems. Look for heavy
armor and fixed ordinance. Each
aircraft can be displayed with landing gear up or down as well as opened or
closed cockpits.
Repsol Honda RS250RW"2007 WGP250" Scaled at 1:12, Hasegawa Hobby
Kits' new Repsol Honda RS250RW "2007 WGP250" motorcycle model
kit is a crotch rocket with some serious attitude. With its white, deep yellow and red paint scheme and solid yellow
wheels the bullet-shaped cycle burns up the racetrack like an aerodynamic
missile. This Limited Edition, two-wheel, tornado model recreates the famous
six out of seven winner of the All Japan Racing Championship held in 2005 as
driven by Shuhei Aoyama. The Repsol Honda RS250RW went on to win various races with other
drivers and continues to amaze motorcycle-racing fans each year. Five part trees make up the model kit including a separate bag
containing tubing. Rubber wheels fit
snuggly over the customized wheels.
Parts detach easily from the part trees with minimal flashing and once
painted assemble easily and snuggly with no gaps or mismatched surfaces. Full assembly instructions are included along with paint
instructions. The decals slip easily off the single decal sheet once wet and
application is a snap using the comprehensive instructions. Once completed the model is ready for display on its custom stand.
F-4B/N Phantom II The F-4B/N Phantom II is a supersonic aircraft used by many nations
in the free world. Capable of
all-weather flight, it is used not only by the United States in all of its
military branches but by other free nations as well. Capable of air and ground assaults the
carrier based aircraft, first produced in 1958, comes equipped with three
fuel tanks, standard armament and weapons and carries a crew of two. The Hasegawa Hobby Kits'
model is scaled at 1:72 and comes with complete paint and decal instructions
for Navy and Marine configurations.
Landing gear can be assembled either up or down and assembly is easy
using the detailed instructions.
Eight part trees hold the finely-crafted parts that detach easily with
little or no flashing and fit together snuggly when glued. A decal sheet is also is included along with a detailed instructions
sheet with full paint and decal instructions and a short historical piece
about the aircraft. A full color
painting of two F-4B/R Phantom IIs graces the front of the box.
EA-18G Growler Hasegawa Hobby Kits' new 1:48 Scale EA-18G
Growler is an amazing model kit! No, it's not a scale model of a pesky dog or
an old disgruntled neighbor; it's a scale model of a fighter jet that has so
much ordinance that it's a wonder it can fly. The U.S. Navy
Carrier-Borne ECM Aircraft is often referred to as the Super Hornet because
of its extra fuel tanks and larger engine.
With its extended wings, airframe modifications and tweaks to its
electronic systems and avionics the Growler had its first test flight in 2006
and went into production in 2007. The Growler
boasts all the latest gadgets: including a tactical jamming system, accident
prevention gear, an onboard Vulcan cannon with electronic measures,
anti-aircraft missiles and air-to-air weapons. The Hasegawa Hobby
Kits' model comes packaged in large box with a full color illustration of the
Growler in flight on the cover.
Inside are full instructions on how to assemble, paint and decal the
model, along with a short history of the aircraft. Parts come
attached to 10 part trees and easily detach with little or no flashing. Assembling the parts is easy as they fit
snuggly together with no gaps or mismatched surfaces. Paint and
decal application instructions allow modelers to match the configuration of
the larger aircraft to the smallest detail.
The model may be assembled with the landing gear up or down, the pilot
in place or not and the ladder used to enter the aircraft in place or not. The Growler is
a model maker's model. It requires a
more skilled modeler to assemble it, but the results are well worth the time
spent on putting it together.
Impala, Panzerspahwagen And Thunderbolt I love vintage car and military model kits and this time around Revell/Monogram has them both! The second car I ever owned was a Chevy Impala. Although it was a 1967 model year and not
a '62 Chevy Impala SS like the Revell model I'm about to review-I still loved
the car with its 'squared off' design. The Revell 1:25 Scale, Level 2 Hardtop 2'n1 California Wheels edition
lets model makers customize it to either a red with white roof and full body
chrome strips or a hardtop blue with the more traditional chrome
splashboards. Both versions feature characteristic full chrome bumpers, rectangular
chrome grill, side-by-side headlights and full interior details. Choose either chrome rims or whitewalls
with chrome hubcaps. Both versions
have a maxed out V8 engine with full chrome details. Choose to install a custom tachometer,
central gearshift console and front bucket seats. Custom or street version-both pack pure Chevy power. Say what you will about the German military forces in WWII, when it
comes to mechanized war machines few could match the German's designs and
superior firepower. The Panzerspahwagen German Reconnaissance Vehicle was the perfect
machine for the rugged dessert regions of Africa. With its eight-wheel drive and steering, armored chassis,
maneuverability and lethal weaponry the SD. KFZ. 232 came well equipped and
supplied for its crew of three (included in the model kit). Tent poles and a tarp allowed the crew to
cool off along with camouflaging the vehicle. Scaled at 1:32 the Level 2 vehicle is easy-to-assemble and
provides full paint instructions for customizing it for display. America's P-47N Thunderbolt fighter plane was a silver bullet that
could take a beating and still perform.
Known as the JUG, the P-47N could take heavy battle damage and still
arrive safely with its pilot.
Produced in high numbers, the aircraft was a marvel of aviation
efficiency and lethalness. Its silver
streamline body made it incredibly maneuverable while its eight machine guns
(four per wing), 5-inch rockets and conventional bombs made her a light weight,
extremely fast and deadly enemy. The model provides full interior cockpit details with a pilot, full
exterior details (made even more realistic by the historically accurate
decals) and can be displayed with landing gear out or folded in. Either way, it makes for an impressive
aircraft. All of the Revell models are a breeze to assemble, paint and decal.
Parts detach easily from part trees with very little, if any flashing and
minimal trimming.
Mustang, Ferrari And F150 From Revell models comes three new hot vehicles that model makers are sure to want to add to their collection. Two of the models are Fords and the third a Ferrari. There's only one original Pony car and it's Ford's Mustang. Others may try to match it, but none can surpass it. The 2010 Ford Mustang GT carries on the Pony tradition with its sleek body style and characteristic front grill with Mustang logo. Gauged at Level 2 skill (requiring glue and paint) the 1:25 Scale model is a blue bundle of horsepower that can also be modified with gold paint and a single black strip running the length of the chassis. As with all Revell models the Mustang GT is easy to assemble, decal and paint. Parts detach easily from the enclosed parts trees and leave very little flashing to trim. The Mustang GT features a front hood that opens revealing its solid black V8 engine that cranks out 313 horsepower. Its sweeping new body design lets drivers get the maximum speed from its impressive engine that redlines at 6,000 RPM. Equally impressive is Ford's '97 F-150 XLT Pick-up Truck. Blue, with an extended cab that easily seats 4/5 passengers, the 'Ford Tough" truck features a sleek rounded body style, wraparound front chrome bumper, extended step-up rear bumper, large front grill, twin side mirrors, a lush interior, heavy chassis for hauling, full-size rear bed with bed liner and chrome wheels. Gauged at Level 2 and 1:25 Scale, the F-150 has plenty of hauling power courtesy of its powerful V8 engine. If speed is your need the Ferrari 458 italia sports car fit the bill. The ultimate 'boy's toy', the Ferrari 458 manages to squeeze into its rear engine compartment a powerful 4.5 liter V8 engine for a maximum cruising speed of just over 200 miles per hour. Its tip-forward sleek body style, custom tires and wheels, windswept side
mirrors, integrated lights and low open grill make it a red bullet while
traveling down the highway. The
two-seater also features full interior details and is licensed with full
approval from Ferrari. Now that's
impressive!
Su-33 Flanker
D The U.S.S.R/Russia may have lost the Cold War in 1989 but not because they had second-rate military equipment. One of Russia’s most impressive military aircraft is/was the Su-33 Flanker D Navy Carrier Borne Fighter. Loaded with an impressive arsenal of weapons: air-to-air and air-to-ground, the Su-33 Flanker made a formidable foe wherever you may have encountered it. Hasegawa Hobby Kits’ 1:72 Scale model of the aircraft was recently released. Consisting of an upper and lower fuselage and four part trees, the model also comes with detailed instructions containing historical facts and specs. Commissioned by the Russian government in the 1970s as a true carrier-borne fighter the Su-33 has a converted landing gear upgraded to two wheels for the heavy pounding the aircraft would take when landing on a carrier. Its flexible canard wings allowed it to maneuver quickly and smoothly during combat and several modifications made it easier to store while on a carrier. Wing and fuselage mounted missiles and machine guns made/make the Su-33 an airborne killer that strikes with lightning speed. Full paint and decal instructions assist modelers recreate the aircraft marking perfectly while the landing gear and canopy can be positioned as if simulating flight or stationary on the ground or carrier deck. Like all Hasegawa models the Su-33 is perfectly scaled and modeled
recreating the full-scale aircraft.
Parts have little or no flashing and detach easily from their
respective part trees. This is a
first-rate model best assembled by seasoned modelers.
Howitzer, Yorktown And Snark From Revell comes three new military models requiring Level 2 (10+, glue and paint) modeling skill. First up is the Renwal Blueprints Models 8 Inch Self-Propelled Howitzer containing 138 Parts With A Combat Crew Of 6. Scaled at 1:32 (making it the same scale as other models in the series) this model features 'No Show" cementing and is accurately scaled from U.S. Army Ordnance Blueprints. Fully operational (meaning its parts move) this is a beauty of a military model. Properly painted and detailed and placed upon a custom made diorama it appears as if it could actually fire rounds and advance upon the enemy. Revell has really outdone itself with this model. Check out the real rubber-like tank treads, the incredible detailed interior and exterior and the historically accurate decals. With its easy-to- follow instructions gluing, painting and decal application are a snap! Equally impressive is Revell's 1:485 Scale USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier. With its fully detailed upper and lower decks, simulated wooden deck, numerous WWII aircraft, rigging, towers, railing, life rafts, deck guns, deck elevators that can be positioned and detailed under belly (including twin propellers and rudder) the Yorktown looks magnificent when displayed on its custom twin gold anchors and Navy crest stand. Full instructions guide you through assembly, painting, decal application and proper displaying. Fly high with the bright red Northrop Snark SM-62 Intercontinental Guided
Missile from Revell. As beautiful as
it is lethal this missile with twin side boosters and huge rear propulsion
engine seeks out and destroys anything it is pointed at. Small, fast and deadly the Snark was less
expensive to operate than large bombers and extremely difficult to shoot down
because of its size and speed.
Aircraft Weapons: E Now here’s something you don’t see everyday: a model kit that isn’t a complete model kit, but contains model parts that will complete or augment other model kits. Leave it to Hasegawa Hobby Kits to see a need and fill it. In this case it’s their Aircraft Weapons: E U.S. Air to Air Missiles & Target Pods X48 17 model kits set. Do you wish your aircraft models had more fire power? Do you get excited at the prospect of having more weapons at your fingertips? Well, Hasegawa Hobby Kits has heard your pleas and created this brand new kit that satisfies your thirst for destruction. Included in the kit are various missiles and target pods of varying sizes and power. All are scaled to fit most aircraft model kits. Hasegawa suggests that you do a little research and find photos of aircraft for reference to ensure your model modifications and add-ons are accurate. Four part trees contain the missiles and pod parts. All of the parts are easily detached with little or no flashing. Full easy-to-follow instructions not only provide a helpful guide for applying the decals that are included but also gives full information on each missile and pod. Hasegawa Hobby Kits are not only extremely authentic in their appearance
but the people at Hasegawa are experts on the historical and engineering
information about each of their models.
COPO, Carlo, Corvette And SVO Revell just released four new classic car model kits ranging in Level 1 and 2 model making skill ranges. For those of you unfamiliar with Revell’s skill level ranges here’s a brief explanation. Level 1 requires no glue and no paint, Level 2 uses glue and paint for ages 10 and over while Level 3 require paint and glue for ages 12 and up. The higher the level, the more difficult the model is to put together. While my wife and I were living in Texas between the years 1979 and 1981 one of my coworkers owned a 1969 Chevy Nova. It was a real workhorse with lots of power, plenty of room and set four adults comfortably. The ’69 Chevy Nova COPO model, part of the Revell Muscle series, duplicates that car right down to the flat front and back chrome bumpers, L-72 engine and solid black interior. Look for maxed-out engine details, clean crisp model parts with no flashing, body trim lights and crystal clear windows. The 1977 Chevy Monte Carlo is a low and lean driving machine with extended hood and trunk, small Captain windows just behind the single doors, a huge chrome grill and bumper, chrome wheels and rear bumper. Take a moment to check out the heavy duty undercarriage of this monster machine. Is it any wonder this was a favorite stunt car used in the movies during the 1970s and 1980s? It’s rugged, reliable and ready to take on any obstacle. You’ll feel super patriotic driving the 1968 Corvette L88 “Rebel” Racer-especially if you live in the South like I do. This red hot roadster features the stingray body style the Corvette is so famous for. With its smooth lines, molded body, two-seat configuration this muscle car deliver with powerful 427 cubic inch engine. Pop the hood and you’ll be immediately be impressed by its beautiful chromed engine complete with plenty of belt and tube. It powerful quad set of headlights makes driving at night like driving during daylight hours. Fully decaled, this baby leaves no doubt that the South will rise again. Part of Monogram’s Streetburner series the Level 2 1985 Ford SVO Mustang features a unique modification of the classic Mustang configuration. Gone was the distinctive Mustang front end replaced by a square front with hidden bumper with oversize headlights, wraparound bumper trips and bumped up hood intake. Trimmed in black with custom hubcaps the SVO Mustang also comes with a step down rear window spoiler, full black interior, two-doors and powerful engine that was custom designed for street use b Ford’s Special Vehicle Operations.
Measuring in at 1:72 Scale Hasegawa Hobby Kits’ P-51D Mustang from WWII duplicates the US fighter in perfect miniature scale. Dress it up in full flying mode or extend its landing gear and make it a table top model. Either way the bubble cockpit with single pilot model looks stunning, painted and decaled to represent the famous fighter. I especially like the fighter bunny logo. Check out the four blade prop, attached bombs, six wing-mounted machine
guns and rear mounted antenna. Look
for lots of interior and exterior details in this high precision model that
require glue, paint and decal application.
Hasegawa continues to prove that it is one of the world’s foremost
model manufacturers. Hasegawa have
every reason to boast about their tightly fit, minimal flashing and
historically accurate models.
Fletcher And Attack Bomber Sculpted in 1:306 Scale, the USS Fletcher was a survivor of WWII and soon after was converted to a Destroyer complete with rocket launchers. The model made by Revell is an exact duplicate of the Fletcher. When assembled the model can be detailed in its WWII configuration with gun turrets and depth charges or converted to its later Destroyer status complete with rockets. Cool details include rotating gun turrets, full deck and underbelly details, life rafts, deck guns, railings, hatches, towers, control rooms and more. Custom decals can be added to give the ship the look of authenticity and the easy-to-follow instructions make assemble easy and paint application spot-on. Part trees are clearly marked and parts detach easily with little or no flashing and cleanup. Display the ship on or off its display stand. The A-6E Navy Attack bomber is a Level 2 model scaled at 1:48. Equipped with two powerful J52-P-8 turbojet engines the A-6E carries an impressive load of ordinance and state-of-the-art equipment. It's cockpit holds two side-by-side pilot seats and full instrumentation. With its oversize cockpit windshields the A-6E provides maximum visibility for its crew. Full radar capabilities make it virtually impossible to take by surprise and capable of spotting incoming aircraft and ships with ease. Armament include bombs and missiles and extra external fuel tanks increase
its range. Look for working landing
gear, full fuselage detailing, undercarriage hatches and two pilot figures
are also included. Follow the
detailed instruction for painting and decal application and your A-6E Navy
Attack Bomber with look just like the real thing. Bombs away!
First flown in 1969, the V/STOL attack aircraft, the Harrier, caught the attention of the U.S. Marines. Believing it could be a valuable asset in the support of ground troops the plane was soon re-christened the AV-8A. After fixing a few technical problems the AV-8A took flight. The Marines made a number of modifications to the aircraft including upgrades to its navigation and weapons capabilities and slight redesigns of its wings and landing craft configurations. The Harrier GR Mk.9 is the RAF version of the aircraft with British modifications that allow it to operate at night and in bad weather conditions. Hasegawa Hobby Kits presents its very special Limited Edition model kit that allows seasoned modelers to paint and decorate the aircraft in two configurations: the Royal Navy, Naval Strike Wing, FAA 100th Anniversary version and the Royal Air Force, No. 4 (AC) Squadron, 95th Anniversary. Regardless of which version you wish to construct both aircraft feature full weaponry including gun pods and missiles, full landing gear, fuel tanks, full interior instrument panels, clear cockpits and much more. Assembly is easy if you follow the precise step-by-step instructions. Paint and decal application is also shown in
full marking and painting diagrams.
Decals are easy to apply and model parts and components easily detach
from their respective part trees with very little effort and with minimal
flashing that needs trimming. Parts
fit snuggly together with no gaps or mismatched edges. All-in-all the Harrier model is an
excellent kit and will provide several hours of model-making pleasure.
Sleek and stylish, the Honda RS250RW Scot Racing Team motorcycle is an aerodynamic bullet on two wheels. Hasegawa Hobby Kits has reproduced the classy road-buster in perfect 1:12 Scale. This is no novice model maker’s model kit. Paint and glue are required as is a steady set of hands when applying the highly-detailed decals. Look for decals of logos, numbers and accents colors and textures to liven up the model. Consisting of several hundred parts the motorcycle kit also comes with rubber tires and tubing and a clear windshield. As a special bonus the first production model also includes transparent cowling parts. It’s easy to see after gluing, painting and detailing this model why the Honda RS250RW Scot Racing Team motorcycle was named the 2009 WGP250 Champion. Take a few moments before assembling the model to appreciate the craftsmanship that went into making the model kit. All the parts are finely honed with minimal flashing (if any). Each part and component is expertly duplicated in small detail and fit together perfectly. Parts are easily identifiable and the instruction booklet makes it easy to
follow the precise diagrams through each stage of assemble. It’s an absolutely stunning piece of
engineering work and it even includes a kickstand! Revell/Monogram has released
eleven new models just in time for Christmas. Nine of the new models are classic automobiles at 1:24 and 1:25
Scale. All require full glue, paint
and decal application for Skill Levels 2 or 3. The single truck in the releases is the '80 Ford Bronco 2 'n 1 model
kit that lets modelers choose between a red all-terrain truck with roll bar
and custom bumpers and additional lights and a blue truck with capper and
additional bed seat. Whichever mode you choose an opening hood reveals a V-8 engine. Add a 4-wheel drive chassis with alloy
wheels and all-terrain tires and you have a multi-purpose vehicle that has
become a collector favorite. The "T" Pickup Rod Black Widow is as sleek and mysterious
as it namesake. This customized hotrod is a chrome-plated predator with
custom white lined bed and roof, oversize wheels with disc chrome hubcaps,
red interior, chrome headers, chrome radiator, 'U' shaped headlight mounts and
twin side tailpipes. It's a black
beauty of a different sort. Take you pick between two Motor Sports Kurtis Midget Racers. Both feature custom paint jobs, wraparound
steering struts and wheels, chrome grill and trim, hoods that open revealing
either a Offenhauser or Edelbrock V-8 engine. Both come with trailers, full decals and custom paint
application guides. The '63 Chevy Impala SS was a breakaway car from the traditional
Chevy designs. Blockier than most
Chevys with a long body and no fins, very little trim and a square-front
grill with no nonsense headlights, bumpers, taillights and with side mirrors
that hugged the body, the car became an instant success. Revell's California Wheels 2 'n 1 Impala
model kit lets you select a hardtop or ragtop version of the popular
vehicle. Custom engines suited to
each model can be assembled that fit snuggly into the engine compartment
underneath the opening hood. The rear
trunk opens and each version offers full interior details right down to the
selection of the color of the seats and upholstery. The 2 'n 1 Car Show '58 Ford Thunderbird Convertible includes a
traditional pink convertible version and a pimped out tri-tone Thunderbird
with custom seats and interior and a clear. twin compartment bubble top. Both engine compartments open. The bubble top version has custom wheels
and whitewalls, lots of chrome trim and a protruding grill/bumper assemble
with oversize lower lights with no side bumper wraparound. The pink version has a hidden hardtop convertible cover, whitewalls,
white and pink interior and a chrome trimmed front windshield. Another 2 'n 1 model is the Streetburner '67 Chevelle SS 396 that you
can customize into a red street version or a flame decaled street rod with
protruding airfoil and custom interior.
Both versions have chrome wheels, an opening hood reveling a V-8
chromed engine, square front and rear bumpers with chrome body trim and side mirrors. Smaller than an Impala, the Chevelle was a favorite 'Muscle
Car' during the 1960s and is still a popular collector vehicle today. The Car Show '55 Chevy Bel Air Convertible is favorite of mine. I remember seeing and riding in one. This version is two-tone blue/aqua comes
with oversize chrome bumpers, recessed chrome hubcaps on whitewall tires,
full chrome body trim, a hood Chevy decoration, a chrome teeth grill,
concealed rear wheel wells, a hood that opens, a red and blue V-8 engine ,
full interior details, a detachable canvas roof section and a chrome trimmed
spare tire compartment. Sweet! Tom Daniel's T'rantula is low-riding drag car painted in red and
green with spoke front wheels, oversize rear tires, a forward-swept driver's
compartment, oversize engine with eight black side engine exhaust pipes,
mid-mounted 'eye' headlights with chute pack or open chute. If you love warships then you're sure to appreciate Revell's USCG
Cutter: Roger B. Taney that ripples with deck guns, lifeboats, rigging,
radar, a multi-deck conning tower and lot smoke deck details. Follow the simple-to-understand assembly
instructions and paint guide and before you know it your display mounted ship
with look like the real thing. You
can almost feel the sea mist hitting your face. The HMS Campbeltown Four Stack British Destroyer is no slouch when it
comes to armament. Look for lots of
deck guns, torpedoes, gun emplacements and heavy armor. Four smokestacks line its deck along with
lifeboats, rafts, railings, trim, radar, depth charges and cannon. Like the Tany, the Campbeltown also
features full exterior ship details like propellers, portholes and more. Paint it, detail it and mount it on its
custom display stand and you're ready to take on the Axis forces.
Phantom II And Skyhawk Hasegawa Hobby Kits presents two (make that three) aircraft model kits scaled at 1:48 and 1:72. United States fighter jet enthusiasts are sure to fly high over the one Navy and two Air Force high altitude killing machines. Measuring in at 1:48 Scale the A-4E Skyhawk 'Top Gun' (yeah, that Top Gun) is an aerodynamic bullet with a delta wing configuration affording it unbelievable maneuverability. With its reinforced airframe and Pratt & Whitney J52-P-6A engine the Skyhawk is a jet fighter to be reckoned with. Hasegawa's new model of the Skyhawk captures the look and feel of the full-size aircraft. This Limited Edition model includes all the extras like landing gear, radar and visible bombing system. The model fits together easily, paints up to perfection and lets modelers apply the "E" variant decals and insignia with ease. Look for sharp and precise model parts, very little flashing and complete and easy instructions for paint, decal and assembly. Hasegawa's American Aerobatics Combo includes two 1:72 Scale Phantom jets: a Blue Angel and a F-4E/Phantom II Thunderbird. Both include full weaponry, (including rockets), artillery, landing gear and clear cockpits. Assembly is a breeze using the easy-to-follow instructions. Parts detach easily from the part frames, decals apply smoothly with very little fuss, paint application is easy when using the detailed instructions and both models are easy to distinguish from one another as one set of parts is white and the other deep blue. Hasegawa Hobby Kits makes assembling aircraft models loads of fun by
taking out the frustration factor.
Instructions are easily-to-follow, parts detach and fit together
snuggly with little trimming necessary and paint and decal application is a
snap when you follow the paint and decal schematics.
USS Gambier Bay I’ve seen some impressive model kits in my time. Hasegawa Hobby Kits’ USS Gambier Bay CVE-73 U.S. Navy Escort Carrier is one of the most impressive. In honor of her sinking by the Japanese in WWII in the Battle of Leyte Gulf, Hasegawa Model Kits has recreated this impressive WWII aircraft carrier (one of 50 Casablanca Class) and as an added bonus the first production run also includes a poster of the carrier. Measuring in at 1/350 Scale (17.59 inches in length, 3.7 inches wide) the model kit consists of 458 pieces and requires precise glue and paint application. Included with the model is a dual display stand providing rock solid stability. Nine aircraft come with the ship (6 Wildcat and 3 Avengers) that may be displayed on the long landing strip deck. Gun and artillery emplacements line each side of the deck. Part trees hold the styrene parts that detach easily, requires little, if any, trimming and are superbly engineered to fit together securely while assembling the model. Model details are limited to the upper deck, lower ship sides and conning tower. Look for a real medal anchor chain, lots of rigging, weapons, antennas and several other deck and rigging equipment pieces and details. Decal sheets come with the model and once the decals are applied they give a real authenticity to the kit. Instructions guide model builders through the paint scheme. While the ship is a marvel of miniature sculpting and engineering skill Hasegawa Model Kits has taken the ‘too complicated to assemble’ out of the equation thus making building the ship a real treat, even for less experienced model makers. I was blown away by the attention to detail given to this model. Every nook and cranny, tower, door, weapon, ladders, radar, deck feature, aircraft and lower ship sides are authentic, right down to the last rivet. Pay particular attention to such details as life raft, railings, fire extinguishers and lower deck platforms. There is so much to see on this model that you can spend literally hours pouring over the details. For a first-rate, authentic and historically accurate model kit you can’t beat Hasegawa Model Kits’ USS Gambier Bay.
Galaxie, Camaro, Patton, Star And Giant I remember when
I saw my first 1959 Ford Galaxie Skyline With Retractable Roof when I was a
kid of six. I can still see it parked
on the street and a man entering the driver's side. Suddenly, as if by magic, the hardtop roof started to separate
from the body, slide back and quietly and smoothly folded itself into the
car's now open rear trunk. I couldn't
believe my eyes. Revell/Monogram brings the past alive with
its new 1959 Ford Galaxie Skyline With Retractable Roof Authentic Kit that
works just like its namesake. You'll
marvel at its engine and interior details, chrome wheels, bumpers and trim
and the clear molded windshield and windows that, like it other parts,
assemble with minimal flashing and a snug fit. Paint it up green and white and you have a facsimile of a much
loved Ford classic automobile. For a little
more Motor City Muscle you'll want to check out the 2002 Camaro I love tanks
and one of my favorites is the M48A2 Patton Tank. This heavy duty, treaded killing machine is all business with
heavy body armor, swivel turret with gun and upper turret machine gun and
driver mounted commander machine gun, communication antenna and accessories. It is one Love Bug that the enemy can
never bat away. For an authentic
replica of a land roving war machine nothing matches this model. Three figures are also included. The F-80
Shooting Star jet fighter is one of the earliest American Air Force fighter
jets made. The model completely
disassembles revealing the full-length gas turbine engine. You can assemble it with landing gear up
or down with the pilot in or out of the cockpit. Follow the paint and decal instructions to match the details seen on the original aircraft. The HH-53C
Super Jolly Green Giant lives up to its namesake. This massive helicopter has a five fin propeller, an oversize
extended rear stabilizing propeller assemblage and enough interior room to
carry a sizable troop assemble and light artillery. It boasts extra armor, heavy maintenance and a camouflage paint
scheme that made it difficult to spot during combat rescue missions in
Vietnam. I love the
cockpit and body details as well as the landing gear assemblage, rear door
ramp and extra fuel tanks, maintenance and body details.
Warhawk And Fieseler Hasegawa Hobby Kits Introduces two more vintage airplane models. The American WWII P-40N Warhawk 'Natural Metal' is a Limited Edition model kit that looks every bit as real as the real thing--only smaller. This is a 'big boy' model. No snap together parts or pre-painted pieces in this kit. Pieces fit easily together when gluing, decals are a snap to apply and by following the easy-to-understand painting instructions (and the box cover) you'll have your model looking like the real thing in no time. Check out the tri-propellers, extra fuel tank, wing mounted guns and clear cockpit with pilot and look for full wheel assembly, highly-detailed body rivets and seams and parts that snap off their frames with little or no flashing. It's a beaut! The German Fieseler FiL56C Storch 'Gran Sasso' is a light weight aircraft capable of carrying three passengers (included) with a large wingspan, single prop, three stationary landing gear and a long tapered body with multiple wing supports and an angular caged cockpit. This plane is meant to fly low and slow for long distances as evident by its lightweight frame, minimal use of materials and unnecessary 'extras'. It's built for utilitarian use at low cost and high efficiency. It too is a Limited Edition model requiring glue, paint and decal application. Both models are highly accurate reproductions that when completely assembled, painted and decaled are exact replicas of their larger namesakes.
Nakajima And Spitfire I’ve noticed an interesting phenomenon lately. More and more Hasegawa Hobby Kits are beginning to show up in hobby shops and stores lately. So I did a little research as to the reasons and I came up with two interesting conclusions. First, the quality of Hasegawa models is first-rate and the accuracy of its | ||
