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Watch the Stop Motion Assembly of a Brass Etrich Taube Structure Model [Video]

Modeler extraordinaire Tom Grigat has returned with a new stop motion animation video detailing his construction of Aerobase’s 1/160 Etrich Taube.

The model consists of brass parts and represents the structure of the unique Austrian design, which was introduced in 1910 and saw military service as a training and reconnaissance machine. Regarding the Aerobase kit, Grigat states:

It’s completely assembled without any glue used and is more some kind of a little trinket than a scale model. But it shows the beautiful construction of the aircraft – and the propeller rotates by blowing at it…

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Modelsvit Releases New Tool XP-55 Ascender Model Kit

Modelsvit has released their new tool XP-55 Ascender model kit in 1/48 scale.

The aircraft, built by Curtiss-Wright, performed its maiden flight in 1943 but its performance was found to be lacking. Only three examples of the type were built – two of which were destroyed in crashes. The third is currently on long-term loan from Kalamazoo, Michigan’s Air Zoo to the National Air & Space Museum in Washington DC.

The new kit (4808) reportedly includes PE sheet (instrument panel, seat belts, cabin side panels), two canopies (open/closed), painting masks (inner/outer) and marking options for two machines (S/N 278846, S/N 278847).

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Officially Licensed FlightLine 1600mm F4U-1A / 1D Corsair RC Models Announced

The upcoming release of new FlightLine 1600mm F4U-1A and 1D Corsair PNP RC models have been announced.

The models, which are officially licensed by Northrop Grumman, are approximately 1/8 scale, with a 1600mm wingspan and 1300mm length. They are reportedly molded from EPO foam with a multi-material wing and feature “lots of plastic parts to enhance its scale fidelity and user friendliness.” Each will reportedly be offered wearing a “period-accurate factory paint scheme” and come with “appropriate decals.”

Power is provided by a a 5055-390KV brushless outrunner motor, 80A ESC and a scale three-blade propeller which are said to “help power the Corsair through acrobatic maneuvers with ease while retaining a reasonable scale appearance.”

The Corsair models are currently available for pre-order with an expected release sometime in late January. Click below to learn more.

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Modelcollect Releases New Tool B-52H Kit, New (Early Type) B-52G to Follow

Modelcollect has released their new tool B-52H model kit in 1/72 scale.

The kit (UA72200) is touted as offering two detailed engine parts, four detailed flaps, detailed tail, 12 AGM-129 missiles and full interior details. It also includes one livery option for B-52H “SAC TIME” of 93 Bomb Squadron, 917 Wing.

The company has also announced that their new 1/72 B-52G (early type) model kit will be released “in few weeks.” The offering (UA72207) is described as “Broken Arrow 1966, with B-28 Nuclear bomb,” although additional details are scarce. However, box art and a series of renderings have been released and can be seen below.

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First Look: Test Build of AFV Club’s Upcoming New Tool U-2 Dragon Lady

AFV Club has published new test build images of their upcoming U-2A Dragon Lady model kit (AR48112) in 1/48 scale.

Few details are currently available, although the series of images does provide some information regarding kit contents and livery options. ETA has been reported as January 2019.

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The Wait is Over: HK Models Releases New 1/32 Avro Lancaster Mk I Model Kit

HK Models has released their highly anticipated Avro Lancaster model kit in 1/32 scale.

The limited release kit (HKM-01E010) reportedly spans 972mm and measures 664mm in length. It features over 824 parts and includes a one piece molded top and bottom wing section, photo etched details and Cartograf decals for three machines, including W4783 of 460 Squadron and two incarnations of R5868 “S-Sugar” of 83 and 467 Squadron RAAF, which became the first bomber to complete 100 missions.

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Arma Hobby Releases “Expert Set” New Tool Hawker Hurricane Model Kit

Arma Hobby has released their new tool Hawker Hurricane Mk I “expert set” model kit in 1/72 scale.

The kit (70019) reportedly includes plastic / photoetched parts, canopy / wheel masks and Techmod decals with four markings options representing P3059 and V7234 of 501 Squadron, R4175 of 303 Polish/RAF Squadron and 284 of 3 Squadron SAAF.

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First Look: Modelsvit’s New Tool XP-55 Ascender

Modelsvit has posted the first test build photos of their upcoming new tool XP-55 Ascender model kit in 1/48 scale.

The aircraft, built by Curtiss-Wright, performed its maiden flight in 1943 but its performance was found to be lacking. Only three examples of the type were built – two of which were destroyed in crashes. The third is currently on long-term loan from Kalamazoo, Michigan’s Air Zoo to the National Air & Space Museum in Washington DC.

The new kit reportedly includes PE sheet (instrument panel, seat belts, cabin side panels), two canopies (open/closed), painting masks (inner/outer) and marking options for two machines (S/N 278846, S/N 278847).

The new photos show an example which was assembled “without usage of any additional stuff, such as primer or/and putty.” It is currently slated for release in mid-December. Click below to see more.

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Brickmania Releases 1/35 P-61B Black Widow LEGO Model Kit

Brickmania has released a new, limited edition 1/35 P-61B Black Widow LEGO model kit.

The offering reportedly includes 1,214 “genuine new-condition LEGO and BrickArms components,” three custom-printed minifigures, and movable flaps / elevator. The model also includes the type’s rotating dorsal turret with four machine guns.

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Eduard Releases New Tool 1/48 Tempest Mk V Model Kit

Eduard has released their newly designed and tooled 1/48 Tempest Mk V model kit which was introduced during the recent Scale Model World event in Telford, UK.

As previously reported, The kit (82121) is offered as a ProfiPACK edition representing aircraft manufactured within Series 1. It reportedly includes Eduard sprues, pre-painted PE-sets, a painting mask and Cartograf decals with six marking options.

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