1/32 scale models
LASER PRECISION
Laser-guided bombs are now de rigueur on many western combat aircraft, yet the provision of this type of ordnance in kits is erratic.
DUST AND TUFTS
Part of AMMO-MIG’s diorama accessories series, this preformed 240 x 240mm scenic section replicates a typical surface as seen at airfields in The Steppe grasslands, so would be suitable for locations in Russia, Ukraine, Hungary and Romania in either of the World Wars.
TAMING THE RAT
Peter Fearon explores how limited-run kits can be rewarding – if somewhat challenging – as he builds Special Hobby’s 1/32 I-16 Type 24 ‘Rata’.
ROSATELLI’S FALCON
The second in ICM’s CR.42 series has been released and it’s likely to be a firm favourite with modellers, being the original Italian airframe.
MINI SPY-COPTER
Crew-less aircraft, such as Schiebel’s S-100 camcopter, are gaining in popularity – the type has recently been accepted into UK Coastguard service – so it’s no surprise to see kit representations follow.
OVERSEAS FALCONS
ICM has been quick to follow up the release of its lovely CR.42 kits with its own markings for foreign operated machines.
IT’S A DRAG
Here’s a neat upgrade for large-scale models of late Messerschmitt Bf 109 variants in the form of BarracudaCast’s brass and resin tailwheel combination.
ALL IN A CLUSTER
Eduard has recently expanded its range of Brassin accessories to cover a variety of large-scale munitions, and one of its latest additions is this set of six 1/32 Mk.20 Rockeye fittings.
SLEEK COUPÉ
Here’s the return of Airfix’s 1/32 Maserati Indy, first released in 1973, when the real vehicle (which was named for the company’s 1939 and 1940 Indy 500 wins) was still in production.
ZOUKEI-MURA IN 2021/22
Following last month’s release round-up, the focus is on Japanese aircraft kit specialist Zoukei-Mura, which has announced a busy schedule for the year.