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MiniArt Releases Renders for New Tool Focke-Wulf 190D-9 (Mimetall)

MiniArt has announced the development of a new tool Focke-Wulf 190D-9 (Mimetall) model kit in 1/48 scale.

The Focke-Wulf FW 190D-9 was developed as a high-performance fighter to improve high-altitude capability. Aircraft produced by Mimetall were delivered in late-war conditions and often featured simplified finishes. Machines of Jagdgeschwader 301 were among those flown during the final phase of WWII.

The upcoming release (48040) will include an accurate exterior with finely reproduced panel lines and rivets, detailed cockpit with instrument panel and seat, optional open or closed canopy and marking options for two aircraft of Jagdgeschwader 301.

As of this writing, the model is listed as “coming soon.” A specific release date has not yet been announced. Click below to check out additional renders and box art.

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Coming Soon: Kotare’s New Spitfire Mk.Vb (Early) Finally Enters Production

After “excessive delay” related to obtaining the highest possible quality, Kotare has announced that their much anticipated 1/32 Spitfire Mk.Vb (Early) has finally entered production.

The new kit will reportedly feature 141 high-quality injection molded plastic parts, including 38 all new tooled parts such as wings, 20mm cannon barrels, alternate magazine fairings, control column, engine driven undercarriage controls, cockpit sidewalls, starboard engine cowlings, ailerons, and oil cooler fairings. Additional features include windscreen with de-icing, canopy hood with Martin-Baker jettison system, fireproof bulkhead, dual-height rudder pedals, instrument panel with rectangle & curved flying panels, composite pilot’s seat with and without Sutton Type K harness detail, IFF Mk.II, ice/snow guard, port wing fillets with electrical connection door, Supermarine and CBAF undercarriage doors and top engine cowlings, open & closed cockpit doors with optional crow-bar, de Havilland & Rotol propellers and wheels with weighted tyres featuring correct alignment. High quality Cartograf decals will also be provided offering marking options for RAF, Polish, and USAAF aircraft.

The company expects to receive stock and begin shipments in mid January. Click below to check out additional images.

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Eduard Releases Limited Edition, Dual Combo P-40E / P-40N Model Kit

Another new release from Eduard this month is a limited edition dual combo Kittyhawk Mk.Ia (P-40E) / Kittyhawk Mk.IV (P-40N) in 1/48 scale.

The kit (11187) includes Eduard plastic parts and decals, pre-painted PE parts, a painting mask and marking options for 10 aircraft serving in the RAF, RAAF, RNZAF and SAAF.

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IBG Releases Renderings of Upcoming Gotha Go 242B-2 Glider

IBG has announced the development of a Gotha Go 242B-2 German Medium Cargo Glider in 1/72 scale.

The Gotha Go 242B-2 was a WWII German transport glider variant produced by Gothaer Waggonfabrik, featuring a high-wing, twin-boom design with a central cargo pod for troops, supplies, or light vehicles like the Kübelwagen. It accommodated up to 23 equipped troops or 3,500–4,000 kg of cargo, with wheeled tricycle landing gear enabling landings on rough terrain. Defensive armament included up to four 7.92mm MG 15 machine guns, and it was towed by aircraft such as the Heinkel He 111 or Junkers Ju 52, seeing primary use in Mediterranean and North African operations.

At the moment details on the upcoming kit (72576) are sparse, although it will apparently be released soon. Click below to check out newly released renderings of the model.

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Revell Releases New Tool, Limited Edition Gloster Meteor F.8/Fr.9 in 1/32 Scale

Revell has released their new tool Gloster Meteor F.8/Fr.9 “First Edition” model kit in 1/32 scale.

The new kit (03779) boasts 405 individual parts “for an authentic and demanding building experience,” extensive part options (between early/late ailerons, canopy and different inlets) and separate motors for maximum detail and realistic presentation.

The kit is also limited edition, with only 3,000 available.

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New Renderings Show Detail of Kotare’s Upcoming Hawker Hurricane Mk.I

Kotare has released a new series of renderings for their upcoming new tool Hawker Hurricane Mk.I (Early) in 1/32 scale. The new renderings more clearly show the detailed cockpit interior and intricate surface features including recessed and raised rivets, tightly doped fabric surfaces and at least 3 different styles of rib and stringer stitching.

There is still time to place your pre-order through www.kotare-models.com to be amongst the 1st 500 customers and go into a random draw to be one of 20 lucky modellers to be given the chance to build and critique T2 test shot samples. Additionally, all pre-orders placed through www.kotare-models.com will receive 32P002 Kotare 1/32 Hurricane Mk.I (Early)/Spitfire Mk.I (Early) 3Dprint exhausts (value US$12.99) and an exclusive free beautiful Darryl Legg box art print (artwork is progressing well and will be revealed later) suitable for framing (only while stocks last). Note that these offers are exclusively available for pre-orders placed through www.kotare-models.com and only available while stocks last.

Shipping is expected “later in 2026.” Click below to check out additional images.

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First Look: Airscale Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib Test Build

Airscale has released the first test photos for their new 3D printed Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib in 1/32 scale.

The new series of images reportedly show the model assembled straight from the sprues without filler, primer or sanding. As of this writing the dates for pre-order and final release have not yet been announced.

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ICM Releases New Tool HP.52 Hampden B.Mk.I Model Kit

ICM has released their new tool HP.52 Hampden B.Mk.I in 1/48 scale.

The kit (48352) includes detailed rivets on surfaces, accurate geometry with detailed cockpit, various types of bombs and marking options for four aircraft, including the first production example. The company has also released an acrylic paint set (3090) for the kit, as well as a step by step build video which can be seen after the break.

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MiniArt to Release P-47N-1RE Thunderbolt Advanced Kit

MiniArt is continuing their line of P-47 kits with the announcement of an upcoming P-47N-1RE “Advanced Kit.”

The Republic P-47N was the final development of the Thunderbolt family, adapted for long-range escort and fighter-bomber duties in the Pacific theatre. The N-1RE variant introduced the new long-span wing with squared-off tips and extra fuel capacity while retaining the rugged structure and heavy armament of earlier versions.

The upcoming 1/48 release (48062) reportedly includes finely reproduced rivets and panel lines on all surfaces; a fully detailed cockpit with side consoles, instrument panel and seat; optional open or closed canopy; photo-etched parts included for seat belts and fine details; clear parts included for canopy and lights and three decal options.

As of this writing a final release date has not yet been announced. Click below to check out additional images.

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DoraWings Shares Renderings of Upcoming P-47 B/C Thunderbolt

DoraWings has released a series of renderings for a new Republic P-47 B/C Thunderbolt model in 1/72 scale. As of this writing, details are scarce, although work on the model is reportedly underway, with the first molds having already been milled.

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