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Eduard to Release Limited Edition B-26 “Wine, Women & Song” Model Kit

Eduard has announced the upcoming release of a limited edition B-26B/C Marauder “Wine, Women & Song” model kit in 1/72 scale.

The kit (2129) reportedly contains Hasegawa plastic parts, Eduard Brassin wheels, photo etched details, painting mask and nine marking options for 9th and 12th USAAFB-26B/C in ETO and MTO service.

The kit is currently slated for release in June. Click below to check out additional, newly released images of the box design.

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Arma Releases New Tool FM-2 Wildcat “Expert Set” Model Kit

Arma Hobby has released its new tool FM-2 Wildcat “Expert Set” model kit in 1/72 scale.

As previously reported, the model will reportedly be released in three boxings, including an FM-2 Wildcat Expert Set (70031), Wildcat Mk VI Model Kit (70032) and FM-2 Wildcat Model Kit (70033). The project will also continue into the F4F-4 Wildcat version at some point.

The new Expert Set kit appears to boast photo etched details and marking options for six machines, including aircraft of VC-8, VC-10, VC-69, VC-96 and 882 Squadron.

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Kineticmodel Announces Release Date for New F/TF-104G Starfighter Kit

Kineticmodel has announced the upcoming release of their new F/TF-104G Starfighter model kit in 1/48 scale.

The new product (48089) is reportedly based on Kinetic’s new tool F-104G (48083) released last year, and appears to include photo-etched parts and Cartograf decals. It is also labeled as “2 in 1,” which reportedly means that the kit allows either the single or two seat F-104G to be built.

The new F/TF-104G is currently slated to become available by the end of June 2020.

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Special Hobby Shares First Test Shots of Upcoming 1/32 Westland Whirlwind Kit

Special Hobby has shared the first test photos of their upcoming Westland Whirlwind Mk.1 model kit in 1/32 scale.

The newly released images show the first test shot of wing and engine nacelle molds, as well as the first raw wing sprue fit test. According to the company, corrections are necessary, but it looks good.

As previously reported, the molds are reportedly being created using an electroplating process, sometimes also known as galvanic deposition. The kit’s (SH32047) development has been talked about for some time in the modeling community and its release is anxiously awaited.

Click below to check out a selection of images.

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AZmodel To Release 4 “Complete New Tool” DH 103 Hornet Model Kits

AZmodel has announced the upcoming release of “complete new tool” model kits of the DH.103 Hornet.

The 1/72 kits will represent the F.Mk.I (AZ7651), PR.Mk.2 (AZ7652), F.Mk.3 (AZ7653) and FR.Mk.4 (AZ7654). At the moment additional details are scarce, although the kits are reportedly slated for release in June/July. Box art images are also available, additional examples of which can be seen below.

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“89”, Giant Scale” P-51D Display Model Offered For Sale

An “89”, giant scale” display model of P-51D Mustang “Miss Helen” has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

The dimensions: 89”WS 80”L… Featured are: retractable landing gear, pilot & detailed cockpit, sliding canopy, functional exhaust, correct scale static propeller, and more master built details. The completed airworthy master built model may typically take 1-1.5 years, and have a total investment cost of $15k-$20k, with the required crating plus insured S/H. This P-51 Mustang is one of 20+ rare, and unique collectible giant scale airplanes from a 55+ year private collection.

The model is located in Fresno, California and is being offered for US $7,995. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Roden Releases New 1/32 Stearman PT-17 Model Kit

Since our initial report earlier this month, Roden has released their new Stearman PT-17 Kaydet model kit in 1/32 scale.

Details about the new offering (631) are sparse, but it appears that two liveries are included representing S/N 42-16408,”88″ (U.S. Army Flight Training Base, Mather Field, Sacramento, California, October 1942) and BP-30 (4 British Flight Training School, Mesa, Arizona, USA, early 1940s).

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7/8 Scale Gee Bee R-1 “Model” Offered For Sale

An interesting 7/8 scale Gee Bee R-1 “model” has been spotted for sale. The listing states:

1931 GB Model R-1 Air Racer Model Airplane. Condition is New. Pick up and Appointment only. 7/8 Scale. It’s All Wood – even the motor! Plans on how it was built will be provided * One of a Kind! Would look cool hanging over your car collection or next to it.

The model is located in Berlin, Massachusetts and is currently being offered for US $5,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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ICM to Release 1/32 Gloster Sea Gladiator Mk.II Model Kit

ICM is set to release a new Gloster Sea Gladiator Mk.II model kit in 1/32 scale.

The kit (32042) is reportedly based on ICM’s new tool Gladiator Mk.I kit (32040) released last year and is described as the company’s first attempt to release a 1/32 example of the Sea Gladiator into the market. Features include “a highly detailed engine and cockpit interior” as well as marking options for four aircraft.

The kit is expected to be released later this month. Click below to check out additional images.

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DoraWings Announces Development of 1/48 Seversky P-35A Model Kit

DoraWings has announced the development of a new Seversky P-35A model kit in 1/48 scale.

As of this writing, the model is described as a “work in progress” with additional details, such as kit contents, liveries, pricing and a potential release date, yet to be revealed. However, a number of renderings have been shared, additional examples of with can be seen below.

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