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HK’s New 1/48 B-17F Kit Spotted For Sale

HK’s new 1/48 B-17F model kit has been spotted for sale.

As previously reported, the offering (01F002) includes marking options for the famous “Memphis Belle” as well as “Old Faithful” of the 358th BS / 303 BG. It spans 658 mm, measures 474 mm in length and includes 254 parts.

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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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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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HK Models Releases New Tool B-17G (Early) Model Kit

Hong Kong Models has released its new tool B-17G Flying Fortress (Early Production) model kit in 1/48 scale.

As previously reported, 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 are included for two machines, including S/N 42-31353 “Queenie” of 322 BS/91 BG, and S/N 42-98008 “American Beauty” of 834 BS, 486 BG.

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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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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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First Look: Complete HK 1/32 Avro Lancaster Model

In addition to Wingnut Wings’ announcement of a new 1/32 Lancaster, the Tokyo Model Show also saw HK Models display a complete version of their own new tool 1/32 example of the type.

Details on the kit, including a potential release date, remain unclear, although it has been reported that it will represent the Mk 1 and include markings for R5868 “S-Sugar” of 467 Squadron RAAF, which became the first bomber to complete 100 missions.

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HK Models To Release New 1/32 Dornier Do335 B-6 Night Fighter

Hong Kong Models has announced the upcoming release of their new 1/32 model kit of the Dornier Do335 B-6 night fighter.

The company refers to the B-6 as being “most beautiful variant” of the German WWII heavy fighter with “over size antennas, 2 seats, flame dumpers, drop tanks. And the superb unusual camouflages and color scheme.”

Details about the kit are scarce, although it appears that it includes Cartograf decals with three marking options representing W.Nr. 240312, 240371 and 230017.

The kit is reportedly slated for release on June 20. Click below to check out additional images.

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