Category: WW2 Era (1939-45)

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1943 Taylorcraft L2-M Project Offered For Sale

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A 1943 Taylorcraft L2-M project has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Approximately 1200 original hours. Lightly flown until accident. Wings need to be rebuilt. I have 3 major sections but majority of parts can be used for rebuild. Ailerons in great shape. Fuselage requires a handful of tubes to be straightened or replaced. Landing gear and mounts need some straightening or rebuild. Rear seat back to tail is in very nice condition. Engine is a C85 with electrics FAA removed a couple cylinders but engine is fine. Propeller and a few extra parts are included.

The project is available for $18,500, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Special Hobby Releases New Tool Bf 109E-4 Model Kit

Special Hobby has released their new tool Bf 109E-4 model kit in 1/72 scale.

The offering (SH72439) was reportedly produced in collaboration with Eduard, which provided basic data for the 3D model. The result includes three sprues (two grey styrene and one clear) with options to display the engine and fuselage machine gun cover panels open or closed. In addition, the wing flaps, slats and ailerons can also be posed in differing positions.

Marking options are included for four machines, including E-4s flown by Gerhard Schopfel of III./JG 26, Oblt. Helmut Wick (W/N 4148) of III./JG 2 and Hptm. Wolfgang Lippert (W/N 4148) of II./JG 27. “Yellow 8” of III./JG 52 is also represented.

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ICM Releases New Tool 1/32 DH.82A Tiger Moth Kit

ICM has released their new tool DH.82A Tiger Moth model kit in 1/32 scale.

As previously reported, the kit (32035) is produced using “100% new molds” and includes a highly detailed engine and cockpit interior as well as marking options for two machines. Liveries represent machines operating with 25 (Polish) EFTS in the summer of 1944, and 3 Squadron Flight Training Squadron at RAF Grantham in 1938.

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Ryan PT-22 Project Offered For Sale: “Mostly Complete Airframe, Crate of Engine Parts”

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A Ryan PT-22 project has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Has been registered with the CAA and was flying on PFA /LAA permit at time of accident G-BPUD and comes with its CAA airframe logs. Complete and very detailed drawings are available I have most drawings for repair which are included in the sale. Chance to own and rebuild a Two seat, aerobatic, affordable vintage aircraft could be repaired to flying condition or static display. Forced Landing Accident saw it put into storage some years back. Currently stripped down for repair.

Mostly the airframe is complete although needing repair. Two sets of wings ( as per photo original yellow coloured ones in photos with damaged spare uncovered wings laying on top all flying controls surfaces were pretty much undamaged also have spare elevator, rudder, flap, ailerons, vertical fin. Crate of engine parts comes with it, including 3 crankshafts, 3 crankcases, 6 cylinders, pistons, cams, 3 back cases many parts, almost complete Un damaged undercarriage including 2 tail wheel assemblies, propeller in excellent condition and hub. Cowlings, windshield x2, may other unlisted and not in photos.

The project is located in East Lothian, United Kingdom and is currently being offered for £8,500, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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1945 Piper J-3 Airframe For Sale: “Great Project, Did Not Crash”

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A 1945 Piper J-3 Cub project has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This airframe had a major renovation in 1986 with Stitts PolyFiber and a partial rebuild and partial recover in 2003 as well. This aircraft was regularly rotated between floats, skis and wheel gear, but is being sold here with none of the above!! The complete airframe is included; wings, ailerons, complete fuselage, tail feathers, flying wires, lift and jury struts, cowling, engine mount and exhaust! This airplane did not crash!! While being stored outside for a time, the weight of a snowfall built up on the left wing and bent the lift strut, allowing the left wing to fall… The only damage to this entire airplane is to the left upper fuselage and the left wing… Sold with Canadian bill of sale, all logs since 1965 and folders full of receipts.

The project is located near Syracuse, NY and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Eduard Releases Limited Edition Dual Combo Spitfire Mk.II Model Kit

Eduard has released a limited edition, dual combo Spitfire Mk.IIa / Mk.IIb kit in 1/48 scale.

The offering, dubbed “Spitfire Story: Tally Ho!” (11146), reportedly includes two complete kits and features Eduard plastic parts and decals, pre-painted photo-etched parts, a painting mask, RAF pilot and groud crew figures and marking options for 11 aircraft.

One kit makes the Spitfire Mk.IIa with eight 7.7mm machine guns in the wings and the other covers the Spitfire Mk.IIb, with two 20mm cannon and four 7.7mm machine guns.

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New Details, Renderings of HK’s Upcoming B-17F Model Kit

HK Models has released new details on their upcoming 1/48 B-17F model kit.

The offering (01F002) will reportedly include marking options for the famous “Memphis Belle” as well as “Old Faithful” of the 358th BS / 303 BG. As previously reported, the model spans 658 mm, measures 474 mm in length and includes 254 parts. It is slated for release in mid-December.

A number of new renderings have also been released, additional examples of which can be seen below.

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“100% New Molds:” ICM to Release New Tool, 1/32 DH.82A Tiger Moth Kit

ICM has announced the upcoming release of a new tool DH.82A Tiger Moth model kit in 1/32 scale.

The offering (32035) will reportedly be produced using “100% new molds” and include a highly detailed engine and cockpit interior as well as marking options for two machines. It is currently slated for release on December 20.

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HK to Release New B-17F Kit Featuring the Iconic Memphis Belle

HK Models has announced the upcoming release of a new 1/48 B-17F model kit featuring the famous Memphis Belle.

Details are limited at the moment, although the kit (01F002) reportedly spans 658 mm, measures 474 mm in length and includes 254 parts. It is slated for release in mid-December. Click below to check out an additional image.

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Italeri Releases P-38J Model Kit With Four New Liveries

Italeri has released a new P-38J boxing in 1/72 scale.

The kit is reportedly based on the Academy P-38 released in 2004 and includes new decals with marking options for four machines: “Miss Ann” of 7th FG; “BAMBI” of 55th FG, 338 FS; “Curly Six” of 367th FG, 394th FS and “T Rigor Mortis” of 421st FG.

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