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21 June, 2021

On Missing-Lynx, I review Tamiya's brand new 1/35 scale Sd.Kfz.2 Kettenkraftrad (Mid-Production), including 29 images of the kit's plastic and multi-media parts, decals and box top.

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18 June, 2021

John Miller reviews G.W.H.'s 1/144 scale Messerschmitt Me 323 D-1 Gigant. It is a big model even in this relatively small scale. 19 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals, marking guide and box top.
In today's HyperScale Video Workshop I unbox Tamiya's brand new 1/35 scale Sd.Kfz. 2 Kettenkraftrad. You can see my eight minute unboxing video here, or click the link at the bottom of the screen to view it larger on YouTube. Please note there are three figures in the kit, not four:
The 48ers is offering 20% off all Eduard kits until Sunday, June 20 at midnight (PST).

17 June, 2021

Tonight I review BarracudaCast's replacement resin upper gun cowl sets and control surfaces for Revell's 1/32 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 kit. Images of the resin parts for all three sets plus comparisons with the plastic kit parts are included.
EagleCals' next releases are three decals sheets for P-40B/C Tomahawks in 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scales. Click the following links for details and ordering Eagle Cals #176; EagleCals #177; EagleCals #178
In th Gallery, Fabrice Fanton presents a description and 27 images of his Brengun 1/48 scale Rutan Quickie Q1. Construction photos are included.

16 June, 2021

Also for Revell's 1/32 scale Spitfire Mk.IXc, we have a review of BarracudaCast's Spitfire Mk. IX Wing Correction Set. Six images of the resin parts plus comparisons with the kit parts are included.
Roland Sachsenhofer presents a new Feature Article on his Fine Molds 1/72 scale Fuji T-1A. 23 images of the model in progress and complete are included.
Valiant Wings Publishing has announced that second edition of Airframe Album No 1 - The Heinkel He 219 will increase to 144 pages including extra walkaround pictures, new and redrawn 3D isometric images as well as two kit builds as well as other information that has come to light-essentially a new book. There's no increase to the cover price and the preorder offer remains in place. Publication scheduled for early July

15 June, 2021

Tonight I examine Barracuda Studios' 1/32 scale improved Spitfire Mk.IXc late-style Aerovee carburettor intake. Six images are included, showing the resin part and comparisons with the kit's plastic parts.
Graham Carter reviews Euro Decals' "North American F-100D Supersabre Collection Pt. 1". Images of the cover, the instructions and the decals are included.
Tolga Ulgur presents 34 images of his Hasegawa 1/32 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 F-8 in the Gallery.
Queensland Model and Hobbies Expo have posted some photos of their new venue for this year's show, the Ipswich Events Centre. Nearly 2500m2 of space, good lighting and sealed car parking. Check out the Facebook pages for more detail on the show.

14 June, 2021

We have Preview images and information on Bullseye Model Aviation's forthcoming 1/48 scale decals, Fleet Phantoms Pts. I & 2, specifically designed for Tamiya's soon-to-be-released F-4B Phantom II.
Tonight I review Eduard's 1/48 scale ZOOM and MASK sets for the new Kinetic AV-8A Harrier. Images of the packaging, the parts and instructions are included.
On Missing-Lynx, Andrew Judson reviews Amusing Hobby's new 1/35 scale Centurion Mk.5 AVRE, including nine images of the kit's plastic and multi-media parts, decals and box top.
OzMods has just released two new 120mm resin figures - a Private Military Contractor and AIF Thompson Gunner (New Guinea WWII). These are priced at AUD$55 plus post each. Available now from OzMods' website.

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11 June, 2021

John Miller presents a new Feature Article detailing construction, painting and weathering of his Eduard 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 in a bare metal finish. 27 images are included.
Graham Carter reviews EagleCals' 1/48 scale Fw 190 As decals. Images of the cover, the instructions and the two decal sheets are included.
This week,The 48ers have 10% off all products from Amigo Models, Advanced Modeling, Katran, KiRRey as well as Hauler & Brengun. The sale ends on Sunday, June 13 at midnight (PST).

10 June, 2021

Tonight I review Eduard's brand new 1/48 scle Focke-Wulf Fw 190 F-8. 28 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals, marking schemes and box top are included.
Matt Bacon has three images and a description of his Meng Model 1/12 scale Ford GT40 Mk.II 1966 in the Gallery.
In case you missed it, Jason Woollett also did an in-box review of the Meng Model 1/12 scale Ford GT40 Mk.II 1966 on Monday.

9 June, 2021

Lynn Ritger reviews the brand new Wingsy Kits 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-1 including 35 images of the plastic and photo-etched parts, vinyl masks, decals and box art.
If you are thinking about building the ICM 1/32 scale Tiger Moth, check out my review of four of Eduard's update sets - SPACE 3D printed and photo-etch, ZOOM photo-etch, STEEL photo-etched harness straps and Masks. Images of the contents of all four sets are included.
In the Gallery, Bill Gilman presents a description and 13 images of CMR's 1/72 scale De Havilland Sea Venom FAW.53.

8 June, 2021

Tonight I review Kinetic's new 1/48 scale F-104G/S ASA/M Italian Starfighter. 21 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals, marking schemes and box top are included.
Daniel Iscold examines Fuel Models' 1/32 scale P-47 100 Gal Drop Tank, 1/48 scale EMB-312 Tucano & 1/48 scale EMB-314 Super Tucano Wheels. 16 images of the resin parts, the packaging, the equivalent plastic kit parts and two reference photos are included.
In the Gallery, John Trueblood presents six images and a description of his Revell-Monogram 1/48 scale F-101B Voodoo.
The latest episode of Plastic Model Mojo is out, where Mike and Dave share the best listener submitted goofs, gaffs, and blunders.

7 June, 2021

For our Australian visitors, the Queensland Model and Hobby Expo will be held on 21 and 22 August this year at a big new venue - Ipswich Events Centre, Ipswich Show Grounds. This will also be the first time that QMHE will host a swap meet on Sunday morning! For details of news, traders and more, check out the QMHE Facebook page.
Jason Woollett reviews Meng Models' 1/12 scale Ford GT40 Mk.II ’66. 27 images of the kit's plastic, vinyl and photo-etched parts, decals, masks and box top are included.
On Missing-Lynx, Gecko Models has sent images and information about another new future release, a 1/35 scale Austin K2/Y Heavy Ambulance - Katy and the Princess (Limited Edition Special Boxing), which includes a figure of Princess Elizabeth in uniform. Four images are included.
Archer Fine Transfers has announced that their June new releases are available now.
Firestorm Models has a new website and a new logo. Check them out by following this link.

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4 June, 2021

John Miller reviews HK Models' 1/32 scale Avro Lancaster B Mk.I Nose Art Kit. 26 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, marking options, decals and box top are included.
Andrea Brenco presents a new Feature Article on his Airfix 1/72 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-3. 26 images are included.
This week, The 48ers is offering all kits at up to 30% off. The sales are valid until midnight, Sunday June 6 (PST).

3 June, 2021

Tonight I review the brand new Clear Prop! 1/72 scale XA2D-1 Skyshark. 30 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, masks, decals and box top are included.
Paul Sched presents two images of his Special Hobby 1/72 scale Bell X-1E, and I add a bit of silliness in Photoshop...
We have Preview images of the box art and marking options from the brand new Wingsy 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-1. Lynn Ritger will be providing detailed analysis on this kit soon!

2 June, 2021

Clayton Ockerby reviews three masking sets from new company, 1 Man Army, for 1/32 scale Spitfire Mk.I, Me 262 and F6F Hellcat kits. Eleven images of the masks and instructions, plus a couple of photos showing the results, are included.
I examine BarracudaCast 1/24 scale Spitfire Mk. I - IX Five Slot Main Wheels & Covered Main Wheels. Images of the resin parts and the packaging are included.
In the Gallery, Tadeu Pinto Mendes presents 15 images of his Revell 1/48 scale Consolidated B-24D Liberator.

1 June, 2021

I present five images and a description of my newly finished Special Hobby 1/32 scale Westland Whirlwind Mk.I in the Gallery.
I review BarracudaCast's new 1/24 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E/F resin wheels. Three images of the packaging and the parts are included.
Graham Carter examines EagleCals' 1/48 scale decals, Fw 190 A-8/R2s, also available in 1/32 scale. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
Valiant Wings Publishing is releasing a second edition of its very first and extremely popular title in the Airframe Album series, The Heinkel He 219-A Detailed Guide To The Luftwaffe’s Ultimate Nightfighter by Richard A Franks. A lot has changed concerning the type both in terms of reference information and the modelling map since the book was first published in 2012. Ordering and other details may be found on Valiant Wings' website.

31 May, 2021

Tonight I review Red Roo Models Red Roo Rulez a 1/48 and 1/72 scale flexible plastic rule. Four images are included.
Cookie Sewell reviews Tamiya's 1/48 scale Russian Medium Tank T-55A, including 29 images of the kit parts, decals and box top.
Cookie also examines MiniArt's 1/35 scale Soviet Machineguns and Equipment set. An image of the cover is included.
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The new issue of Model Airplane International magazine is out now, and you can buy it directly from the Publisher, Doolittle Media. This issue we have five build articles including my Attitude Aviation 1/32 Spanish Bf 109 E-1 conversion, Mike Williams' Airfix 1/48 Civilian Spitfire Mk.XIV, Zvezda's 1/72 Mi-24D by Rafal Zbigniew, Aurelio Reale's Italeri 1/72 F-35 and Eduard's 1/48 Bf 109 G-6 by Jason Brewer. MAI continues to be published and we'd be very grateful if you would buy single copies or subscribe at this time. Every single issue sold will help your favourite titles survive. Thanks!

28 May, 2021

In the Gallery, Ayhan Toplu presents 12 images of the brand new GasPatch Models 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Me 163 B Komet.
In this weekend's sale, The 48ers is offering 15% off WWI and WWII products. The sale will last until midnight on Sunday 30 May, (PST).

27 May, 2021

Graham Carter reviews Valiant Wings Publishing's Second Edition of Richard Franks' "Messerschmitt Me 262 A Complete Guide to the Famous Fighter". Images of the cover plus six sample spreads are included.
We have Preview information and nine images of the next release from Vespid Models - a 1/72 scale Panther Ausf. G.
Andrea Brenco presents the last of his trio of articles this week with his three AZmodel 1/72 scale Grunau Baby gliders. 15 images of Andrea's triple build are included.

26 May, 2021

Tonight I review Dora Wings' new 1/48 scale Republic P-43B/C Lancer with two USAAF and two RAAF marking options. Images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, marking guide, decals and box top are included,
Andrea Brenco returns with a new article featuring another Emil - this time AZ Models' 1/72 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-3. 17 images are included.

25 May, 2021

Tonight I review GasPatch Models' 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Me 163 B Komet. 31 images of the kit's plastic, photo-etched and 3D printed parts, decals, marking guide and box top are included.
Graham Carter examines Iliad Design's 1/72 scale "Interesting C-47s" decals. Images of the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
Andrea Brenco presents a new Feature Article on his Special Hobby 1/72 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4 with a PeilG IV Gerät direction finder.

24 May, 2021

On Missing-Lynx, we have information and images about T-Rex Studio, a new company that will be releasing accessoris and sets of individual track sets for 1/35 and 1/16 scale Panzer I and Panzer II kits.
Peter Brown reviews Star Decals' 1/72 scale Comets in WW2 and Cold War. Two images of the instructions are included.
The latest episode of Plastic Model Mojo is out where the guys interview the authors of the new book, T-34 Shock.

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21 May, 2021

In today's HyperScale Video Workshop I unbox Dora Wings' brand new 1/48 scale Seversky J9, the first release in their P-35 family. You can see my nine minute unboxing video here, or click the link at the bottom of the screen to view it larger on YouTube:
Jim Bates reviews Special Hobby's 1/72 scale Harvard Mk.II/IIA/IIB "The British Commonwealth Air Training Plan". 23 images of the kit's plastic, resin and photo-etched parts, decals, marking guide and box top are included.
Tonight I examine Eduard's 1/32 BRASSIN GBU-10 Paveway II set, which supplies two complete bombs and optional guidance caps. Six images of the resin parts, instructions and packaging are included.
In this weekend's sale, The 48ers is offering 30% off selected kits. The sale will last until midnight on Sunday 23 May, (PST).

20 May, 2021

Roland Sachsenhofer presents a new Feature Article on his Italeri 1/72 scale Airspeed Horsa glider. 21 images of the model, complete and under construction, are included.
Graham Carter examines Exito Decals' 1/48 scale "In Enemy Hands", covering the Ju 88 A-4, He 111 H and Bf 109 K-4. Images of the Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included. This set is also available in 1/72 scale.
I have archived "What's New" entries from November 2020 to April 2021. These may be found, along with all the other What's New archive pages dating back to 2008, at the bottom of this page. Earlier entries may be found in the Indexes.

19 May, 2021

Tonight I review Kinetic's latest addition to their P-47 family, their 1/24 scale Thunderbolt Mk.I with options for RAF and French markings. Images of the kit's plastic and vinyl parts, decals, marking schemes and box top are included.
Valiant Wings Publishing announces that Airframe Album No 17 - The Henschel Hs 129 is due to be delivered on Friday. You can find more details and order by following this link.
Creative Models Australia has received stock of the brand new Special Hobby 1/32 scale Westland Whirlwind. You can order it now from their web store.

18 May, 2021

In today's HyperScale Video Workshop I unbox Gas Patch Models' brand new 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Me 163 B-2 Komet. I made a couple of errors in the video (hazard of saying the first thing that comes into my head) - there are six marking options, not five; and the two curved 3D resin parts are not ammo feeds. They are alignment jigs for the 30mm cannon. You can see my 12 minute unboxing video here, or click the link at the bottom of the screen to view it larger on YouTube:
Graham Carter reviews Exito Decals' 1/48 scale Pacific Warriors Vol.1 covering P-51D Mustang, P-40N Warhawk and P-38 Lightning. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
In the Gallery, Andrea Brenco presents 13 images and a description of his AMP 1/72 scale Doblhoff WNF 342 helicopter.
Hannants has re-printed more than 20 decal sheets, which are all available to order now from Hannants' website.

17 May, 2021

After packing and sending the pre-ordered books, Spencer Pollard has found a very limited number of his new Starfighter modelling book. As always, Spencer's books are strictly 'Limited Edition' and may only be bought direct from him, so this will be your last chance. You may order the book by following this link.
On Missing-Lynx, I review two new Panzer Art figure sets in 1/35 scale - German Winter Turret Crew and Achtung Jabo No.2. Images of the box tops and the resin parts are included.
I also examine Hussar Productions' 1/35 scale Polish BRDM-2 Zbik (Wildcat) Conversion. Nine images of the resin, 3D printed, photo-etched and turned brass parts, decals and box top are included.
Cookie Sewell reviews two new decals releases from Archer Fine Transfers 1/16 scale Sherman Tank Basics and 1/35 scale Foundry Marks for U.S. Tanks. Images of the decal sets are included.

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14 May, 2021

The newest episode of the Plastic Posse Podcast has just been uploaded, which features an interview with me! The interview starts at around 1 hr 25 min.
John Miller reviews Clear Prop's 1/72 scale Kaman UH-2A/B Seasprite plus three aftermarket detail sets. 35 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals, markings, box top and accessories are included.
Brian Bourdon presents three images and a description of his Tamiya 1/48 scale P-451D Mustang in the Gallery.
To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the US manned spaceflight program, Horizon Models is offering a special price on their two most popular kits - #2002 Mercury-Atlas and #2004 Mercury-Redstone for just US$60, worldwide postage and packing included! Conditions apply.
The 48ers is offering all M asks at 10% off until Sumday, May 16 at midnight (PST). On a separate note, Zeus Projects just released the first resin detail set based on the Hypersonic Models upgrade set for the Zoukei-Mura F-4E Phantom II kit in 1/48. The Zeus Projects upgrade set for the Greek Air Force is limited and just a few items are still available. More here.

13 May, 2021

Tonight I review Special Hobby's brand new 1/32 scale Westland Whirlwind F. Mk.I. 36 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals, marking guide and box top are included.
Roland Sachsenhofer presents a new Feature Article on his Roden 1/48 scale Arado Ar 68 E. 21 images of the model in progress and complete are included.
For Australian modellers, the New South Wales Scale Model Showis back! The show will be held this weekend, the 15th and 16th of May, at the Illawarra Sports Stadium. More details may be found on the IPMA website.
I am very sad to report the passing of Mel Bromley from S&M Models earlier this month. Condolences to Mel's family, friends and colleagues.

12 May, 2021

John Miller has had another chat with the guys at Plastic Modeling Mojo podcast about airbrushing. This time they touched on a host of topics including wet- and dry-coats and strategies for diluting acrylics. The discussion starts roughly 58 minutes into the show.
Graham Carter reviews Lifelike Decals' 1/48 scale Type 97 Fighters Sets 4, 5 and 6. 11 images of the covers, instructions and decal sheets are included.
In the Gallery, we have 42 images and a description of Tolga Ulgur's Pacific Coast Models 1/32 scale Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XIVe conversion.

11 May, 2021

In today's HyperScale Video Workshop I unbox Special Hobby's brand new 1/32 scale Westland Whirlwind F. Mk.I. You can see my 12 minute unboxing video here, or click the link at the bottom of the screen to view it larger on YouTube:
...and just for a little contrast, here's my Classic Airframes 1/48 scale Whirlwind that I build more than 22 years ago!
Tonight I review BAM Models' 1/48 scale Rafale B/C/M Air Intake for the Revell kits. Nine images of the resin parts are included.

10 May, 2021

I am very sad to report the passing of Matt Odom, friend of many on HyperScale and recent contributor to Military Illustrated Modeller magazine. Sincere condolences to Matt's family, friends and colleagues.
Tom Cleaver's new book, "Under The Southern Cross - The South Pacific Air Campaign Against Rabaul" is available now on Amazon. This is available in Kindle and hardcover editions.
On Missing-Lynx, Tim Nelson presents his new article, "An Armor Modeling Novice and the Roving Rhomboids of No Man’s Land: The Masterbox and Airfix 1/72 scale British Mark I Tanks". 23 images are included.
Archer Fine Transfers May releases are out now. These include data dtencils for the 1/32 Trumpeter SBD, basic exterior markings for Sherman tanks and1/16 scale Foundry Marks for U.S. tanks

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7 May, 2021

Tonight I review IBG's 1/32 scale PZL P.11c, including images of the plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top.
Our final Gallery from Lucky Models's Build Challenge for Kinetic's 1/48 scale Pucara, is five photos of Kenji Yanai'sIA 58.
For this weekend's The 48ers sale, all Tools & Supplies are offered at 10% off while all Books at 35% off! The sale will finish on Sunday, May 9 at midnight (PST). Click here to see all products participating in this weekend's sales.

5 May, 2021

Tonight I present five images and a description of my Bronco 1/48 scale MiG-15bis in the Gallery.
I also review Eduard's Space, Zoom and Masks for Bronco's 1/48 scale MiG-15. This review includes an illustrated step-by-step guide to using the new 3D printed Space series on the Bronco cockpit. 21 images are included.
David Couche examines MMP Books' "Mi-8/17/171 Hip", including 18 images of the cover and sample pages.

4 May, 2021

Tonight I review Bullseye Model Aviation's 1/48 scale "Desert Storm Vipers II - F-16 A/C Viper" covering a whopping 34 subjects. Images of the instructions, decals and cover sheet are included.
Our next Gallery from Lucky Models's Build Challenge for Kinetic's 1/48 scale Pucara, is four photos of Alan Kelley's IA 58.

3 May, 2021

High Planes Models has released an RAAF 1/72 scale Beaufort Mk.V/VI conversion. The first run has already sold out but HPM is accepting pre-orders now for the next batch. Check out HPM's assembly video for the conversion:
Our next Gallery from Lucky Models's Build Challenge for Kinetic's 1/48 scale Pucara, is eight photos of Vini Pompeo's IA 58.
On Missing-Lynx, I review Hussar Productions ' 1/35 Polish BRDM-2 M96 Szakal (Jackal) Conversion. 13 images of the resin, 3D printed, photo-etched and turned brass parts, decals and box top are included.