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Roden Releases New Tool Short S.25 Sunderland Mark III/V Kit

Roden has released a new tool Short S.25 Sunderland Mark III/V in 1/144 scale.

The Short S.25 Sunderland Mark III/V was a British maritime patrol flying boat of World War II. During the war, these aircraft operated over the Atlantic, Indian and Pacific Oceans, from the Arctic to the tropics. German pilots nicknamed it the “Flying Porcupine” due to its powerful defensive armament.

The new release (353) includes marking options for three aircraft. Check out the product page below, along with livery profiles and box contents.

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DBMK to Release DH.103 Hornet F.1/PR.2 in 1/32 Scale

DBMK has announced the upcoming release of a new DH.103 Hornet F.1/PR.2 model kit in 1/32 scale.

The de Havilland DH.103 Hornet F.1 was a fast, long-range twin-engine British fighter developed late in World War II, using lightweight wooden construction and powerful Merlin engines to deliver exceptional speed and handling. The PR.2 was its unarmed photo-reconnaissance variant, built for extended-range surveillance by trading guns for cameras and extra fuel capacity. Together, they showed how the Hornet design was adapted from pure interception to specialist reconnaissance roles, and the type was notable as one of the fastest piston-engine fighters of its era.

The upcoming release (32003) will allow builders to depict the PR.2 in PRU blue – a pale blue-gray camouflage color used by the RAF’s Photographic Reconnaissance Unit on high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft to reduce visibility from the ground. The F.1 version will include a livery in overall silver. Release is expected “later this quarter.”

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Arma Hobby Releases Sprue Shots, Renderings For New Tool Curtiss Hawk 81-A2

Arma Hobby has released the first teaser sprue shots for their upcoming new tool Curtiss Hawk 81-A2 model kit in 1/72 scale.

As previously reported, the upcoming release (70094) is the first in Arma’s new family of 1/72 Curtiss Hawk 81, Tomahawk II and P-40B/C kits. It represents the export version of the Hawk 81-A2 operated by the AVG in China during 1941–1942. These aircraft wore a distinctive camouflage scheme based on British specifications and applied using American-made DuPont paints. Three Flying Tigers marking options will be included.

The two new images show the first injection molded sprues for the kit, which are now being evaluated together with Arma’s tooling partner. If the evaluation confirms everything is on track, pre-orders are planned to open this week with shipping expected in the first half of August.

Click below to check out the new sprue images along with newly released renders.

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A&A Models to Release New Tool Republic XP-72 in Two Boxings

A&A Models has announced the upcoming release of a new tool 1/48 Republic XP-72 model kit in two boxings.

The XP-72 was a prototype fighter-interceptor developed from the P-47 Thunderbolt, built around the Pratt & Whitney R-4360 Wasp Major engine to deliver far higher speed and climb performance than its predecessor. First flown in February 1944, it reached roughly 490 mph in testing, carried heavy machine-gun or cannon armament, but never entered production because jet fighters and the end of World War II overtook the project.

The new release will be offered in four-bladed prop (4816) and contra-rotating propeller (4817). Additional details and build photos have yet to be released. Click below to check out an additional image.

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Eduard Releases New P-51B Kit With Malcolm Hood Canopy

New this month from Eduard is a 1/48 “Malcolm Hood” P-51B model kit in 1/48 scale.

The new “Weekend Edition” kit (84214) represents aircraft with the “Malcolm Hood” – a modified canopy fitted to some early P-51B/C Mustangs to improve the pilot’s rearward visibility. It replaced the original framed “razorback” canopy with a bulged, frameless sliding hood, giving a much better view to the sides and back.

It includes Eduard plastic parts and decals with marking options for four aircraft.

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Kotare to Launch Bf 109E-4 Pre-Orders With Perks for Select Customers

Kotare has shared an update on the development of their Bf 109E-4 model kit in 1/32 scale.

After receiving input from various Bf 109 experts, the team is now selecting marking options with the assistance of Lynn Ritger.

OPTION 1 AND BOX TOP ART: A machine that can be accurately depicted without that symbol that causes so much controversy! OPTION 2: Many modellers dislike spraying Luftwaffe mottle schemes. This aircraft will have a nice clean splinter camouflage pattern with the high demarcation RLM 65. OPTION 3: In contrast, many modellers LOVE spraying mottle, so this option will have an aesthetic scheme, and an interesting backstory. OPTION 4: Continuing the Kotare policy of community engagement, option 4 will be chosen by pre-order customers… For Option 4, members of the Kotare First 500 will be able to make suggestions, create a shortlist and then vote in a poll to choose the final markings option. We will supply what YOU want!

Further details have yet to be announced, although pre-ordering is expected to open “soon.” Click below to check out additional renderings.

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MiniArt Releases Renderings For Upcoming Fw 190D-11 Basic Kit

MiniArt has announced the upcoming release of a new Focke-Wulf Fw 190D-11 “Basic” model kit in 1/48 scale.

The Fw 190D-11 was a late-war variant, part of the “Dora” series and powered by the Junkers Jumo 213F engine with MW 50 boost. It was a heavily armed variant with two 20 mm MG 151 cannon in the wing roots and two 30 mm MK 108 cannon in the outer wings, but it was produced only in very small numbers.

The upcoming release (48072) is described as highly detailed with realistic metal surfaces and panel details and three marking options. Click below to check out additional renderings as well as box art.

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Eduard Releases New, Limited Edition PBY-5A Catalina

Eduard has released a new, limited edition PBY-5A Catalina in 1/48 scale.

The PBY-5A Catalina was the amphibious version of Consolidated’s famous WWII patrol bomber, designed to operate from both water and land with exceptional range and endurance. It became a workhorse for anti-submarine patrols, convoy escort, search and rescue, and night attack missions, and its versatility made it one of the most important Allied aircraft of the war. The Catalinas in service with the USAAF were designated OA-10A.

The new release (11198) features Revell plastic parts, pre-painted PE parts, painting masks, resin parts (wheels, exhausts and antennas) and Eduard decals with marking options for five aircraft.

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Special Hobby Releases Renderings, Markings for Upcoming TP-40N Kit

Special Hobby has revealed new renderings and marking options for their upcoming TP-40N model kit in 1/72 scale.

The TP-40N is a two-seat trainer conversion of the Curtiss P-40 Warhawk. It keeps the P-40’s characteristic long nose and Allison V-1710 engine.

The company states that the decals for the upcoming release (72543) will feature three aircraft: olive/gray, natural metal, and olive with green spots/gray. The kit itself will combine plastic and 3D printed parts. Click below to check out additional images.

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MiniArt Releases New Long Range P-47N-2RE Thunderbolt Model Kit

MiniArt has released their new P-47N-2RE Thunderbolt Basic model kit in 1/48 scale.

Aas previously reported, this particular variant was a long-range version of the famous American fighter. Designed for extended operations, the P-47N featured a distinctive wing shape and increased fuel capacity, making it well suited for late-war escort and ground attack missions.

The kit (48068) is part of a range of new P-47 variants offered by the company. It is described as highly detailed and accurate with photo-etched parts and marking options for two aircraft.

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