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DORA’S NEW VULTEE VENGEANCE
A new-tool 1/48 Vultee Vengeance has been released by Dora Wings... and it's a stunner. Read our in-depth review of the kit.
IPMS SCALE MODELWORLD 2022
This year's IPMS(UK) Scale Modelworld show at Telford was a resounding success. Read the first of our reports, which offers a wealth of photos.
THIRTY-PLUS F-4F SCHEMES BY HOUSE OF PHANTOMS
Any F-4 enthusiast will surely be interested in this dazzling new array of 1/48 Luftwaffe decals from House of Phantoms.
ITALERI REISSUE OF FUJIMI ‘FISHBED’
Chris Clifford discovers that the Fujimi 1/72 MiG-21bis, reissued by Italeri, still stands up well after three decades.
NEW MUSTANG AND ZERO DECALS FROM KAGERO
Polish publisher Kagero has released its first ever standalone decals. Find out more about its 1/48 sheets for the P-51D Mustang and A6M2 Type 21 Zero.
NEW-TOOL: AERO 11 FROM SPECIAL HOBBY
Special Hobby has produced the world's first 1/72 styrene kit of the Aero Ab-11 biplane. Read our full review.
NAVAL LEGEND: HMS VICTORY MODELLING BOOK
Experienced and novice modellers wishing to build Admiral Nelson's HMS Victory have a useful reference in Seaforth Publishing's new Ship Craft book.
HUNGARIAN ANTI-AIRCRAFT TANK FROM IBG MODELS
IBG Models' new 40M Nimrod anti-aircraft tank is a splendid option for military modellers who favour 1/72 scale. Read our detailed review.
IPMS releases Scale ModelWorld Floorplans
In preparation for Scale ModelWorld on November 12-13, IPMS UK has released details of the show's floorplan and exhibitor list.
CMK AIRCRAFT UPGRADES: MIRAGE, BEAUFORT AND MORE
Upgrades for the Arma Hobby Ki-84, Airfix Beaufort and Special Hobby Mirage IIIC are among the latest 1/72 items from CMK.
AIRFIX WHIRLWIND HELICOPTER RETURNS
Fans of Airfix's ongoing Vintage Classics range can now buy the firm's reissued 1/72 Westland Whirlwind HAS.22 helicopter kit.
NEW SCHEMES WITH ARMA P-51B REISSUE
Arma Hobby's superb 1/72 P-51B Mustang has been reissued with new markings for five schemes.
AK INTERACTIVE JOINS 1/35 FIGURE/ACCESSORY MARKET
Spain's AK Interactive has joined the styrene figure/accessory market with various 1/35 sets offering different subjects. See three samples here.
IPMS reveals new merch for SMW 2022!
IPMS (UK) has unveiled new merchandise that will be available as part of its range at Scale ModelWorld in Telford on November 12-13.
NEW MODELLING LAMP VIA TYRELL MODELS
A decent light source for modelling is vital for good results, and preserving your eyesight. Both are assured with the Hobby Arch LED Lamp via Tyrell Models.
LOVELY LEGS: KAZAN’S 1/48 PHANTOM UNDERCARRIAGE
If you want to make a real showpiece out of your Tamiya 1/48 New-tool F-4B Phantom II, the new landing gear set from Kazan Model Dynamics will help no end.
REISSUED METEOR TRAINER FROM SPECIAL HOBBY
The original MPM Meteor T.7 has been re-released by Special Hobby, with three lovely new colour schemes. Read our full review.
NEW TOOL: EDUARD’S 1/72 S-199 MEZEK
Eduard's new-tool 1/72 Avia S-199 Mezek provides Garry Tobiss with a hugely enjoyable build experience... twice!
F-80C REISSUED BY AIRFIX
Nostalgia and old kit rejuvenation go hand-in-hand with Airfix's original 1/72 F-80C Shooting Star... reissued in the firm's Vintage Classics range.
AMBERLEY’S STRATEGIC AIR COMMAND BOOK
If you're embarking on builds of US Strategic Air Command aircraft, Amberley Publishing's new book SAC in the 1980s is a wallet-friendly reference.
NEW-TOOL: 1/72 Ki-21-Ib FROM ICM
Fans of Japanese World War Two aircraft will be delighted with ICM's new-tool 1/72 Mitsubishi Ki-21-Ib 'Sally' bomber, reviewed here in full.
AIRFIX’S ALL-NEW 1/48 AVRO ANSON MK.I… COMPLETED!
Matthew Porter can barely contain his excitement while building an exclusive test-shot of Airfix's 1/48 new-tool Avro Anson Mk.I.
GLIDE AND CONQUER: BUILDING ICM'S NEW-TOOL GOTHA 242
ICM's new-tool 1/48 Gotha Go 242B was a surprise offering for many modellers, including Dean Large. Read the full build article and see his verdict.
Scale ModelWorld Seminars set!
IPMS UK has announced the programme of modelling seminars it will host at this year's Scale ModelWorld in Telford.
NEW TOOL: Airfix's superb 1/48 Avro Anson preview
The final new tooling from Airfix's 2022 release schedule is the Avro Anson Mk.I and the firm has arguably saved the best until last. Discover more in our preview, prior to the full-build feature in December's issue!
Arma Hobby's stunning new Airacobra arrives!
Polish model manufacturer Arma Hobby has just released a newly tooled 1/72 P-39Q Airacobra and it’s a miniature gem, as STU FONE reveals.
Bigger and Better: Hailsham & District Scale Model Show Report
EXTRA IMAGES INSIDE: EXTRA IMAGES INSIDE: The Hailsham and District Model Show featured a new larger venue and was a great success, as Mike and Ethan Williams report.
STARLING MODELS’ NEW BRITISH SUB KIT
Royal Navy fans will welcome the all-new, mixed-media HMS Sea Rover S-Class submarine kit from Starling Models, reviewed here.
NEW TOOL: AIRFIX 1/24 SPITFIRE MK.IX
Steve Budd has a detail bonanza with his build of Airfix's hotly anticipated 1/24 Spitfire Mk.IXc.