If you’re looking for a little 70s nostalgia, these new releases by AK Interactive will do the trick. The three kits are in 35th-scale and feature two VW vans – one utility-style, the other a camper-style. They also include a Japanese Honda CG125. For all of you too young to know, we look at the real thing & the CADs, decals, profiles & art in our preview…
Two new “Vee-Dub” vans & a Japanese bike on the way from AK
T2
1967 VanModelFrom AK Interactive
1/35th Scale
Sku: AK35022
Over 170 plastic parts
Detailed interior and engine.
All doors can be posed open.
for 4 painting/marking options printed by Cartograf.
DecalsPosable doors, engine & interior included
The Subject: 1967 Volkswagen Type 2 – “T2”
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Kombinationskraftwagen
(German for a combined-use vehicle). In different countries, it is also known as the Minibus or Microbus. The Transporter and Kombi lines share the same roots, but they started living separate lives in 1990. This lovely red example has roof racks similar to the kit’s. The Volkswagen Caravelle is strictly a people-mover, while the panel van is a dedicated cargo vehicle with no side windows.We can’t wait until someone makes the van from “Back to the Future” with this one!This lovely red example sports similar roof racks like the kit’s example…
The Kit:
This is the first of two kits in this new-tooled series from AK Interactive. The “hippie”, or camper, van has a fully-seated interior with regular windows.
T2
1972 Van
From AK InteractiveModel1/35th Scale
Over 170 plastic parts
Detailed interior and engine.
All doors can be posed open.
for 4 painting/marking options printed by Cartograf.
Posable doors, engine & interior included
DecalsSku: AK35024
The Subject: 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 – T2
In late 1967, Volkswagen introduced the second generation of the Type 2 (T2), which was manufactured in West Germany until 1979. Volkswagen Kombi and Panels were manufactured in Mexico from 1970 until 1994. T2c is the name given to the later models, which are also known as “Late Bay” models. Models produced between 1971 and 1991 were called T2b. The T2 was commonly known as Breadloaf and Bay Window, or just Loaf and Bay. It featured a slightly bigger 1.6L engine that produced 35 kW DIN (48 PS, 47 bhp). Battery and electrical system upgraded to 12 Volts. This makes it incompatible for electric accessories of the previous generation. The swing axle rear suspension, as well as the transfer boxes that were previously used to increase ride height, have been eliminated from this new model. Off-road racers who use air-cooled Volkswagen components are highly interested in this updated Bus transaxle. This is the second VW van kit. The kit is geared more towards those that
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CADs for this new tooled model showing the features.
The front door closed and open with the bench in front.
From front and back, the driver/passenger and cargo doors are opened. The van looks more 3D with the doors open or closed. The interior can be customized with foldable seats. You can omit these for carrying just cargo if you like.
– The kit comes with decals made by Cartograf that reproduce four sets of vehicle markings
– The decals include markings for four vans in German service – these are more of the utility type meant for commercial use from the 70’s to the 80s.
Japanese Motorcycle
From AK Interactive
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1/35th Scale
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68 plastic parts
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Photo-etch included
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Sku: AK35027
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The Subject: The Honda CG125 commuter bike
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The Honda CG125, also known as the Honda CG, is a commuter motorcycle produced by Honda of Japan. The Honda CG125 commuter bike was originally manufactured in Japan between 1976 and 2008; however, since 1992 production is now carried out in Pakistan. In 1985, the manufacturing of the W- and M-models for Europe was moved from Japan to Brazil. Then in 1992 it was transferred to Pakistan and Turkey. The CG125 is a 124 cc (7.5 cu in), four-stroke overhead valve single-cylinder that has undergone minimal modifications over the years. The two models had many similarities, but the main difference was in the top end: the CB used an overhead cam. A common issue with many Honda OHC engines of that era (typically labelled CB) was the subpar cam-chains/tensioners and the tendency for camshaft bearings to wear out if oil changes were neglected. This kit is a “2-in-1” kit that allows you to make either type of the CG125 or as it’s called by fans, a Honda CG. The kit includes a “2-in-1 kit” that allows you to build either the CG125, or the “Honda CG”, as fans call it. The kit includes options for changing the wheel rims, headlights and instrument cluster to give it a more street or road bike look. We like both.