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This update mentions only two new plastic mould kits. Nine resin-cast and 3D-printed sets are available, as well as a resin glider kit from Planet
. In January, the already announced 1/32 AH-1Q/S Cobra kit and 1/72 the Pembroke C.1, Defiant Mk.II, or the Dornier Do-27 with three-bladed propeller are due for release.ModelsFiat Br.20 Cicogna ‘Bomber over Two Continents’
From Special Hobby
1/48th scale
Kit No #SH48229
The Fiat BR.20 Cicogna (Stork in Italian) was the only Italian twin-engined bomber in service with the Regia Aeronautica during World War II. The Italian Air Ministry published specifications in 1934 for a heavy twin engine bomber. On 10 February 1936, the first BR.20 was launched for the first flight. It entered service on 9 September that same year. First production batches were equipped with a Breda D.R dorsal-turret type, which had two 7.7mm machine guns. Later production batches were equipped with the Breda D.R dorsal-turret, which had a 12.7 mm machinegun. Fiat BR.20 was shorter in range than the SM.79 but had a larger payload, and better bomb storage. It achieved much better bombing accuracy compared to other Italian bombers. Italy deployed its BR.20 Fiats on the Frankists’ side during the Spanish Civil War. Thirteen aircraft total were stationed in Spain. The aircraft took part in bombing raids on Teruel, and in the Battle of Elbro. They proved their worth. The Fiats were already a little outdated at the beginning of World War II. However, they still flew over Southern France, Albania, Yugoslavia and Greece in 1940. In response to the gradual deterioration of the Fiat BR.20 in the early 1930s, a new version BR.20M, a modernised model was developed and produced by 1939. BR.20 Fiats also were exported. Venezuela’s only Fiat purchase is of marginal importance; however, the second Fiat export from Italy was far more important. Japan purchased 82 BR.20 machines at the end of 1937. Japan was fighting in China from July 1937, and heavy bombers were urgently needed. BR.20s began to be used as combat aircraft in February 1938. The BR.20 suffered significant losses as they operated without protection at long distances. They also did not like the complex and difficult maintenance. The box art shows the machine returning from a raid in Manchuria damaged by fire caused by Chinese fighters. The machine returned from a raid in Manchuria damaged by fire from Chinese fighters, which is also shown in the box art.
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A very interesting and varied colour schemes.
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The only available 1/48 scale Fiat Br.20 model.
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The kit contains resin-cast parts and etch.
SMB-2 Super Mystere, ‘The First French Supersonic’
From Special Hobby
1/72nd scale
Kit No #SH72523
The French SMB-2 Super Mystere was the first Western Europe-produced jet fighter to break the speed of sound in level flight. The SMB-2 was the strongest French fighter until the Mirage III came into service. When the Mirage entered service, Super Mysteres were moved to fighter-bomber squadrons, where they flew very successfully for many years. The
SMB-2 was also exported successfully to Israel where it proved its superiority against an overwhelming Arab force. When the Israelis got their Mirages just like in France, they relegated the Super Mysteres to the role of fighter-bomber. The Israeli SMB-2s later in their careers had the engine of their aircraft replaced by a US unit. The remaining SMB-2s, which were removed from service and sold to Honduras when they were retired, are now in storage. This model kit includes parts for both engines. This kit also includes a resin cast ejection seat for the Honduran Super Mystere
High levels of detail overall
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Interesting colour schemes included.
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V3000S/SSM Maultier Wheels 1/35 for ICM and Revell kits
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From CMK
1/35th scale
Kit No #3154
Finely detailed wheels to fit the front axle of the V3000S/SSM The kit also contains a resin cast ejection seat for the Honduran Super Mystere
Very high levels of detail overall
Interesting colour schemes included.
V3000S/SSM Maultier Wheels 1/35 for ICM and Revell kits
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From CMK
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1/35th scale
Kit No #3154
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ResinFinely detailed resin-cast wheels for the front axle of ICM’s V3000S/SSM Maultier half-track vehicle. Also for Revell’s reboxing.
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Bloch MB.210 Mainwheels and Tailwheel with Leg
Kit No #7518
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-cast, weighted wheels of the main undercarriage and the tailwheel of the new Bloch MB 210 model kit. The tailwheel leg is made using a special stiff material.
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Wehrmacht Soldiers with Military Bicycles
Kit No #48406
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A pair of German soldiers with military-type bicycles and armament. The bike is pushed by the second soldier. All parts are 3D-printed with superb detail levels. All parts are 3D-printed with superb detail levels.
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Wehrmacht Soldiers with Military Bicycles
Kit No #72407
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The same pair of soldiers as in the 1/48 set, now scaled down to 1/72 and 3D printed. Two German soldiers, with military bicycles. The soldier on the left is riding his bicycle, while the one pushing it beside him. All parts are 3D-printed with superb detail levels. All parts are 3D-printed with superb detail levels.
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F-15E Strike Eagle ejection seats
Kit No #48019
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3-D printed seats for the F-15 Eagle, printed with harnesses in 48th scale.
British WWII MC 1000lb bomb Mk.I (2pcs. Kit No. #72031
Fantastically detailed British 1000lb Bombs Mk.I from WWII, made in direct 3D printing at 72nd scale. )
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Kit No #P72034
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3D-printed ammunition magazines for the MG 15, of the typical bean-shaped form. They were placed within the range of the guns, and are often missing or have little detail in model kits. The CMK resin-cast set Q72139 is no longer available. Our P72034 printed set will replace it. The new one also offers better detail and easier assembly.
Nippon Kokuki Kogyo D-1 Research GliderModels
From Planet
1/48th scale
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Kit No #PLT284
One of the really very successful Japanese WW2 aircraft was also the Ki-54 twin-engine transport and trainer. The Nippon Kokuki Kogyo D-1 was based on the airframe of this aircraft and used to verify aerodynamic calculations. The resin-cast model of the D-1 glider includes resin parts and clear plastic components (from the SH72270 Ki-54 special hobby kit) as well as a sheet with decals for one machine.