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E-Flite to Release F-18 Hornet 80mm PNP / BNF RC Model

E-Flite has announced the upcoming release of an F-18 Hornet 80mm EDF RC model.

The product is touted as offering “an all-new design with the size, scale details, functional features and performance to deliver an unmatched flying experience.” Equipped with 6S LiPo power, its V2 12-blade 80mm fan, high-RPM brushless inrunner motor and 100A ESC “deliver fantastic performance with virtually instantaneous throttle response.”

Extra details reportedly include molded-in panel lines and hatches, removable ordnance and drop tanks, a pilot figure, LED navigation lights, full-flying stabs, operational flaps, retracts and sequenced gear doors. Continue reading E-Flite to Release F-18 Hornet 80mm PNP / BNF RC Model

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First Look: Test Frames For Modelsvit’s Upcoming New Tool P-51H

Modelsvit has announced that the molding process for their upcoming new tool 1/48 P-51H model kit is nearing completion, and has released photos of the first test frames.

As previously reported, the company states that the 1/48 kit will include two cockpits, clear parts (open/closed canopy) and flaps that can be adjusted in 2 positions. It was previously indicated that the model would be released sometime in 2019.

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AMK Developing New Tool F-104G Starfighter Kit, Including Version With “Full Internal Structures”

Avantgarde Model Kits has announced the development of a new tool F-104G Starfighter model kit in 1/48 scale.

The offering (88038) is reportedly being developed in cooperation with Military Modeling Club Taiwan with the design concept including:

1. As AMK weapons, all slide molded weapons. 2. Single piece slide molded fuselages. NOT one, but TWO. Clicking 2 single piece fuselages into wings to have the main shape the aircraft will be challenge to our designing skill. Hope we can make it! 3. In addition to normal version, we will have another version with FULL INTERNAL STRUCTURES. 4. Same as other AMK kits, DEATILS will be as much as we can do.

The company states that development will probably take 1-2 years. A tentative release date has not been set.

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Hangar 9 Releases New 88″ Ki-43 Oscar RC Model

Hangar 9 has released its new 88″ Nakajima Ki-43 Oscar ARF RC model.

The giant scale model (HAN4720) is touted as offering “outstanding flying characteristics” and “scale details typically not found on other ARF aircraft.” It is one of only two Hangar 9 giant scale warbirds with satin-finish printed covering and reportedly includes panel lines, rivets and weathering as well as a 3D instrument panel, pilot bust, 5″ scale wheels and two-piece plug-in wings with aluminum tube for easy transportation and storage.

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Airfix Releases New Tool Blackburn Buccaneer Model Kit

Airfix has released its new tool Blackburn Buccaneer S Mk.2 model kit (A06021) in 1/72 scale.

Described as “one of the world’s most accomplished low level strike jets,” the Buccaneer was on the company’s most requested list for some time, and the resulting kit is touted as “a highly accurate scale representation of this famous aircraft.”

The offering reportedly includes parts to model the aircraft with its wings extended for flight or raised for carrier stowage. Two livery options are also included representing XV336 of 800 Naval Air Squadron (HMS Eagle) and XV154 of 809 Naval Air Squadron (HMS Ark Royal)

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HpH Shares New Detail Photos of Upcoming 1/48 B-52 Stratofortress Kit

HpH Models has shared a new series of detail images for their upcoming 1/48 B-52 Stratofortress model kit.

As previously reported, the kit is part of the company’s “extreme” line, which also includes a 1/48 B-36 Peacemaker. It will reportedly include fiberglass main assemblies, vacuum cast resin details and clear parts made of transparent resin. Also said to be included are photo-etched and metal parts, a wet transfer decal sheet and painting masks. Continue reading HpH Shares New Detail Photos of Upcoming 1/48 B-52 Stratofortress Kit

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ICM Releases New Tool B-26B-50 Invader Model Kit

ICM Models has released a new B-26B-50 Invader “Korean War American Bomber” model kit in 1/48 scale.

Details appear to be limited, but the new item for September (48281) is reportedly created with “100% new molds” and is described as including highly detailed engines, armament and cockpit interior and marking options for three aircraft.

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HK Models to Release New Tool B-17G (Early Production) Kit

Hong Kong Models has announced the upcoming release of a new tool B-17G Flying Fortress (Early Production) model kit in 1/48 scale.

The offering (01F001) is the manufacturer’s first kit in 1/48 scale and is described as easy to build with nice surface detail, sensible part engineering, beautiful markings and fantastic box art by Piotr Forkasiewicz.

It appears that marking options will be included for two machines, including S/N 42-31353 of 322 BS/91 BG, and S/N 42-98008 of 834 BS, 486 BG. The kit will reportedly be released in October.

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Brickmania Releases 1/35 DH.98 Mosquito FB MK.VI LEGO Model Kit

Brickmania has released a new, limited edition 1/35 DH.98 Mosquito FB MK.VI LEGO model kit.

The offering (BKM2264) consists of 934 LEGO elements, a high-quality sticker sheet, printed elements, two crew minifigures and full-color building instructions. Additional features include brick-build invasion stripes and tail insignia, functional bomb bay doors, detailed cockpit, working landing gear and shrouded exhaust.

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Wingnut Wings to Release New 1/32 Fokker F.1 / Dr.1 Model Kits

Wingnut Wings has announced the upcoming release of two Fokker Triplane kits representing early (F.1 / Dr.1) and late production (Dr.1) variants.

At the moment, details on the upcoming kits (32068 / 32069) are scarce. They are currently listed as “in development” for 2020. Click below to check out an additional image.

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