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Eduard Releases New Tool, Dual Combo Sopwith Camel Kit

Eduard has released a new tool, dual combo Sopwith Camel model kit in 1/48 scale.

The limited edition offering, dubbed “Camel & Co.” (11151) includes Eduard plastic parts for two aircraft as well as pre-painted photo-etched details and a painting mask. Eduard decals with ten marking options (including two fictional Biggles liveries) are also included:

J4613, Capt. James Bigglesworth (No. 266 Sqn RFC); J1936, Capt. James Bigglesworth (No. 266 Sqn RAF); 83889, Capt. Clive F. Collett, (8 Flight, No. 70 Sqn RFC); 87190, Capt. Walter G. R. Hinchliffe (C Flight, No. 10(N) Sqn RNAS); 83893, Capt. Arthur R. Brown (No. 9(N) Sqn RNAS); N6377, Capt. Harold F. Beamish (No. 3(N) Sqn RNAS); Capt. Henry R. Clay Jr (41st Aero Squadron USAS); C6713, Capt. D’Urban Victor Armstrong (No. 151 Sqn RAF); C1555, Capt. Francis L. Luxmoore (No. 78(HD) Sqn RFC); F1471, (185th Aero Sqn USAS).

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Airfix Releases New Tool DH Mosquito B Mk.XVI

Airfix has released their new tool DH Mosquito B Mk.XVI model kit in 1/72 scale.

The offering (A04023) represents the the final major bomber variant of the type and reportedly utilizes “all the latest design and manufacturing technologies available” to the team. It includes plastic sprues and decals with two marking options: B.XVI ML963/8K-K of RAF No.571 Squadron, No.8 (Pathfinder) Group and B.XVI ML957/HS-D, RAF No.109 Squadron.The kit includes 161 parts and has a wingspan of 229 mm.

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LukGraph to Release 1/32 Albatros C.III Model Kit

LukGraph has released images of their forthcoming 1/32 Albatros C.III model kit, which is “dedicated to all fans of World War I aviation.”

Details are limited at this point, although the company previously noted that Erwin Böhme’s famous machine with two dragons will be featured on the cover box and that the kit’s Mercedes D III engine will also be made available separately.

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First Look: Completed Sample Builds of Airfix’s New Tool DH Mosquito B Mk.XVI

Airfix has provided more exciting updates on their upcoming new tool DH Mosquito B Mk.XVI in 1/72 scale.

The latest news includes photos of full, completed sample builds “using both of the scheme options which will be included with the initial release from this tooling.” Liveries represent B.XVI ML963/8K-K of RAF No.571 Squadron, No.8 (Pathfinder) Group and B.XVI ML957/HS-D, RAF No.109 Squadron.

As previously reported, the kit (A04023) represents the the final major bomber variant of the type and reportedly utilizes “all the latest design and manufacturing technologies available” to the team. The company states that it “is still currently on track to make its anticipated late summer release slot.” Click below to check out additional images.

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First Look: Engine / Nacelle Test Build for Revell’s New Tool SR-71

Revell has released the first test build photos for their upcoming new tool Gray Project SR-71 Blackbird in 1/48 scale.

The build follows the arrival of the first injection molding tool samples and the first series of photos focus on the J58 engines and the engine nacelles. The company states:

In some of the comments you have already asked whether the detailed engines can also be installed in the aircraft itself. Our designers did not plan this, but experienced model builders can of course accept this challenge and develop a solution themselves. The space would of course be available…

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Airfix Releases New Tool Avro Vulcan B.2 Model Kit

Airfix has released their new tool Avro Vulcan B.2 model kit in 1/72 scale.

The offering (A12011) reportedly includes “stunning detail” with LIDAR scanned shapes as well as an optimized sprue configuration, customizable build options and two piece wings “to simplify and fortify your build.” The kit contains plastic sprues and decals with marking options for two machines: Avro Vulcan B.Mk.2 XM594, The Scampton Wing and Avro Vulcan B.Mk.2 XM602, RAF No.12 Squadron.

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Eduard Releases Weekend Edition Fw 190A-8/R2 Model Kit

Eduard has released a new Weekend Edition Fw 190A-8/R2 model kit in 1/48 scale.

The kit (84114) reportedly includes Eduard plastic parts and decals with marking options for four machines: 1: Hptm. Wilhelm Moritz, CO of IV.(Sturm)/JG 3, Memmingen, Germany, July 1944 2: WNr. 682181, Fw. Hubert Engst, 6.(Sturm)/ JG 300, Lobnitz, Germany 3: WNr. 681343, Obgefr. Karl Kleemann, 7.(Sturm)/JG 4, Welzow, Germany, September 1944 4: WNr. 739431, Ltn. Norbert Graziadei, 5.(Sturm)/JG 300, Lobnitz. Germany, October 1944.

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Airfix Releases Renderings, Liveries For Upcoming New Tool DH Mosquito B Mk.XVI

Airfix has provided new details on their forthcoming new tool De Havilland Mosquito B Mk.XVI in 1/72 scale.

The kit (A04023) represents the the final major bomber variant of the type and reportedly utilizes “all the latest design and manufacturing technologies available” to the team. It is currently “advancing apace” with release expected sometime this summer.

The latest information details the two liveries to be included with the kit: ML963/8K-K of RAF No.571 Squadron, No.8 (Pathfinder) Group and ML957/HS-D of RAF No.109 Squadron.

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Eduard to Release New Hawker Tempest Mk.II (Early) Model Kit

In August, Eduard will release a new ProfiPACK edition Hawker Tempest Mk.II (Early Version) model kit in 1/48 scale.

The kit (82124) focuses on aircraft in RAF service and reportedly includes Eduard sprues, pre-painted photo-etched parts, a painting mask and marking options for six machines.

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