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UNMANNED SPOTTER
Brengun’s MQ-8C is a re-boxing of the Attack Squadron kit and comprises 39 resin components (including an impressive single-piece fuselage), an exquisite 3D-printed rotor hub and a busy photo-etched brass fret.
EAGLE-EYED PATROLLER
It’s great to see the return of Revell’s Breguet Atlantic in Italian markings, which feature arguably one of the most striking schemes worn by the type.
PHOENIX IN THE FALKLANDS
As the 40th anniversary of the Falklands conflict approaches there have been several books released and arguably the pick of the bunch is this examination of the campaign through the eyes of 809 Naval Air Squadron (NAS), which was re-formed and deployed at short notice.
URBAN CHARIOT
The third instalment of Desert Eagle’s IDF Armor Series devoted to the Merkava 2 charts the type’s later years in service, and focuses on the changes between the earlier 2B variant and the final 2D machines, notably the modular armour ‘packs’.
LATE-WAR PANZERS
Fans of Kagero’s publications will want to check out the firm’s new In Combat series, which combines elements of its image-based references with a historical section.
POST-WAR POLES
The Polish Wings series has been bolstered by this 28th title, which covers the Tupolev Tu-2 bomber, Sukhoi UTB-2 trainer and Shcherbakov Shche-2 cargo/training aircraft.
REVELL’S ALL-NEW 1/24 ‘NEUNELFER’
Revell has a new 1/24 Porsche 911 kit due very soon, and the detail looks superb. Here we describe what's on offer and provide various test-shot parts photos.
JARHEAD PLAYBOYS: Kinetic's 1/48 scale Prowler
Richard Spreckley tackles Kinetic's re-boxed 1/48 EA-6B Prowler in a striking VMAQ-2 'Playboys' livery, adding an Aires cockpit set as part of the project.
EIN, DOPPEL AND DRIEDECKERS
Modelling has long enabled the examination of various machines’ constructions, and with such a process undergoing a renaissance with the likes of Zoukei-Mura offerings, this guide to World War One German fighters will interest many.
THOROUGHBRED ROUND-UP
It may come as a surprise to modellers that, despite the longevity of the Warpaint series, this is the first title to cover the P-51 Mustang.
IFS, BUTS AND MAYBES
The fourth Secret Project volume on American designs examines bomber, attack and anti-submarine aircraft proposals between 1945 and 1974.
WAFFEN FELINES
While many Tank Craft titles seek to cover the entire history of a combat vehicle in the format’s relatively short page count, this Sd.Kfz. 171 Panther tank guide is refreshing in that it focuses on the IV. SS-Panzerkorps use of the type.
DISPLAY CASE
EXTRA IMAGES INSIDE: AMW’s ‘return to shows’ celebration includes a bumper edition of Display Case.
TROUBLED ZERSTÖRERS
Having established its Bf 110 as the Luftwaffe’s primary Zerstörer (heavy fighter), Messerschmitt intended its Me 210 to be the replacement, but this, the subsequent Me 310 and Me 410 faced troubled gestations.
FOURTH BOOK, FORD’S UP
As one of the most widely built World War Two tanks and a popular military modelling subject, references for the M4 Sherman are always welcome.
DOOMED PROJECTS
This is the sixth volume on experimental/emergency-type aircraft designs by the author and concentrates on those projects undertaken by Japan, but ultimately abandoned, during World War Two.
THROUGH-DECK CRUISER
Topdrawings’ 111th monograph takes an in-depth look at the lead ship of the British Royal Navy’s Invincible-class aircraft carrier.
IMMINENT RELEASES FROM RODEN
Exciting new items from Ukrainian firm Roden are due late October and November. See the box art and information here.
EXOTIC DECALS DEBUT – BF 109, BF 110 AND HURRICANE
A brand-new company, Exotic Decals, has debuted with markings for Yugoslav-operated aircraft during World War Two. In 1/72 and 1/48 scales, they represent the Messerschmitt Bf 110C and 109E, and Hawker Hurricane.
1/48 ACES’ MOUNTS FROM EDUARD
Two air combat legends - the Spitfire and Fw 190 - have been re-boxed by Eduard in 1/48 scale as Weekend Editions, with new colour schemes.
Airfix Model World November 2021
Welcome to Airfix Model World November 2021, featuring full coverage of Airfix's new 1/72 Vickers Wellington Mk.II, a 1/24 MGB roadster from Aoshima and ICM's new-tool 1/32 CR.42 Falco, plus exclusive model builds, scale modelling news, reviews and more. Read the full issue in PDF format here or dip into our reformatted online features for KeyModelWorld at your leisure.
LAVISH PORSCHE REFERENCE
Car modellers have a splendid reference in the new Crowood Press hardback book 'Porsche Model by Model'.
BRIGHT FORTRESS
The Autumn weather may be dull, but Airfix’s recent releases – notably a yellow-tailed 1/72 B-17G Flying Fortress – will brighten the view.
EYE-CATCHING COUNTY
Released just in time for the 40th anniversary of the 1982 Falklands conflict, ship-specialist Starling Models has produced a newly tooled multi-media 1/700 HMS Glamorgan.
PERIOD BRANDING IN 1/35 SCALE
If you're considering a 1/35 diorama or vignette, Plus Model's new 1930s-40s period advertising signs could be a real boon.
QUICK AND EASY BASES
Aftermarket specialist Kits-World Models has launched a new range of pre-printed self-adhesive diorama bases aimed at aircraft modellers.
WHERE MIND MATTERS
Kilmarnock railway station, on Scotland’s west coast, is a unique setting for a thriving social hub.
NEW TAKOM AND SUYATA KITS DUE SOON!
A host of cool new kits from Takom and Suyata are on their way this winter.
SCALE 'DOGFIGHT RECORDERS' AND MORE
Newcomer Bandit Resin Factory has chosen to replicate the ACMI training pod as its inaugural product, with eight variants available... but there are other fast jet items too.
MINIART’S NEW 1/35 LOAD HAULER
Whether displayed individually, or as part of a diorama, MiniArt's new 1/35 Chevrolet G7107 US Army Truck is a gem. Is this an instant classic?