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Eduard Releases New Mustang Mk. IV Model Kit

Eduard has released a new “ProfiPACK” edition Mustang Mk.IV model kit in 1/48 scale.

The kit (82104) focuses on the aircraft “in service of Commonwealth air force units, the British version of the P-51D, as well as the P-51K.” It includes Eduard plastic parts and decals, pre-painted photo-etched parts, a painting mask and marking options for six machines: KH680, KM232, KH655, KH716, KH852 and KH663.

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At Long Last: Special Hobby Releases New Tool 1/32 Westland Whirlwind Mk.I

After years of development, Special Hobby has released their new tool Westland Whirlwind Mk. I “Cannon Fighter,” making this the first example of the type ever kitted in 1/32 scale.

The offering (SH32047) is described as “highly detailed” with “accurate and well researched decals.” The model portrays the fighter variety of the type, and includes ten styrene sprues and one with clear parts. Marking options are provided for four machines ranging from the earlier green and brown camouflage to the later grey and green schemes:

1. P6985, HE-J, No.263 Squadron RAF, Exeter Air Base, March 1941
2. P7061, HE-A, No.263 Squadron RAF, Charmy Down Airfield, September 1941
3. P7118, HE-F, “Bellows Argentina No.2,” Pilot S/L Eelse, No.263 Squadron RAF, Colerne Airfield, Wiltshire, Winter 1941/42
4. P7081, HE-E, “Bellows Argentina No.3,” No.263 Squadron RAF, Charmy Down Airfield, October 1941

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Roden Releases New B-36D/F/H/J Peacemaker Model Kit

Roden has released a new Convair B-36D/F/H/J Peacemaker model kit in 1/144 scale.

The offering (337) is reportedly based on the company’s new tool B-36B kit released last year.

The main difference was the installation of four additional General Electric J-47 jet engines with a thrust of 5,200 lbf each (23kN), which significantly improved basic characteristics such as speed and range.

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E-flite Releases “Most Detailed, Best Handling, and Highest Performance Fw 190A Model Yet”

E-flite has released their first ever Focke-Wulf RC model, described as “the most detailed, best handling, and highest performance Fw 190A model yet!”

As previously reported, the 1.5m offering reportedly includes a removable drop tank, molded-in panel lines and guns; a factory-installed, high-power 6S-compatible brushless motor with large diameter 3-blade prop and simulated engine fan; Fits 6S batteries from 3200-7000mAh to deliver level flight top speeds up to 80+ MPH and nearly unlimited vertical performance; retractable main gear with scale-like length and shock-absorbing struts for operation from a variety of surfaces including grass.

The model is available in PNP with Smart Technology (EFL01375) and BNF Basic with Smart Technology (EFL01350).

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Roden Releases New Tool 1/32 SPAD XIII Model Kit

Roden has released a new tool SPAD XIII (Early) model kit in 1/32 scale.

Details on the kit’s (634) contents are limited, although it features four marking options representing machines in Italian, British and French service.

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ICM Announces Upcoming B-26K Counter Invader Model Kit

ICM has announced the development of a new B-26K Counter Invader model kit in 1/48 scale.

Details about the upcoming release (48279) are currently limited, although a number of renderings have been released, additional examples of which can be seen below.

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ICM Announces Development of New 1/32 DH.82C Tiger Moth

ICM is following up their recent DH.82A Tiger Moth release with a new DH.82C kit that is currently in development.

Details on the upcoming 1/32 kit (32036) are currently limited, although a number of renderings have been released, additional examples of which can be seen below.

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Eduard Releases New Pfalz D.IIIa Model Kit

Eduard has released a new “Weekend Edition” Pfalz D.IIIa model kit in 1/48 scale.

The offering (8414) includes Eduard plastic parts and decals with marking options for four machines:

Lt. Eugen Siempelkamp, Jasta 29, Gondecourt, France, July 1918
Hptm. Rudolf Berthold, CO of JG II, Guise, France March 1918
8244/17 flown by Gefr. Erich Mix, Jasta 54, Ennemain, France, June 1917
Jasta 5, Boistrancourt, France, spring 1918

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Airfix Announces Development of New Tool Hawker Tempest Mk. V

Airfix has announced the development of a new tool Hawker Tempest Mk. V model kit in 1/72 scale.

The offering (A02109) is being created with the aid of accurate scan data obtained from a surviving Tempest in a UK Museum as well as an abundance of additional research material. It will reportedly “incorporate lots of fine detail, even at this smaller scale and in areas of the design such as the undercarriage bays.”

The kit will reportedly consist of sprues and decals with 68 parts and livery options for two machines, including JN751 and JN766. It is currently slated for release in the winter of 2022. Click below to check out a selection of the newly released renderings.

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Roden Releases New He111 H-16/Н-20 Model Kit

Roden has released a new Heinkel He111 H-16/Н-20 model kit in 1/144 scale.

According to Scalemates, the offering (344) is a rebox with new/updated parts. It includes two marking options:

He111H-20, “black M” +KM, 4/KG53, Eastern Front, Summer 1944. This aircraft took part in a raid against US bombers B-17, dispersed at the Poltava airfield after the mission during Operation Frantic.

He111H-16, “red H” 1G+HK, 2/KG27, Eastern Front, Southern Ukraine, winter 1942/43

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