28 September, 2010

I am away from my desk for most of this week, so updates will be a bit patchy this week. I have managed to find some time for a Gallery today though:

• Jamie Haggo presents not one, but two of Zvezda's 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 F-2 kits. Nine images are included.

24 September, 2010

• Tonight in the Gallery we have three images of Tamiya's new 1/32 scale Spitfire Mk. VIII, painted and weathered by Chris Wauchop and built by me.

• When the first print run of ADH Publishing's "How To Build Tamiya's 1:32 Spitfire IXc" sold out, a revised edition was commissioned. This expanded new edition now includes new Chapters on the Tamiya Spitfire Mk.VIII in the box, a full build featuring this Spitfire Mk.VIII, a Gallery section and a listing of currently available decals and accessories. The bigger, revised edition "How To Build Tamiya's 1:32 Spitfire Mk.IXc and Mk.VIII" will be out in October, and may be pre-ordered right now by following this link.

• While we are on the subject of the Spitfire, tonight I review BarracudaCast's resin accessories and upgrades for Tamiya's 1/32 scale Spitfire VIII and IXc kits. Images of all the resin parts are included.

23 September, 2010

• Diedrich Wiegmann presents 17 images of Revell's forthcoming all-new 1/72 scale B-17G Flying Fortress. The photos show the model under construction and complete.

• Ron Scholtz brings us 17 images of his 1/32 scale Junkers Ju 88 A-4, achieved using the multimedia Arsenal conversion on Revell's A-1 kit.

• Rodger Kelly reviews BarracudaCals' 1/48 scale release, P-40s of 112 Sqn. RAF Part 1, including images of the cover, the instructions and the decals.

• Ken Bowes examines SAM Publications' book, "TSR 2 Lost Tomorrows of an Eagle" by Paul Lucas. Images of the cover and two sample pages are included.

• We are seeing some really inspirational work on the Plastic Pics Forum lately. Check out the last visitor models.

22 September, 2010

• Brian Geiger backs up with a Feature Article on his 1/48 scale Monogram EA-6B Prowler. 23 images of the model, both under reconditioning and completed, are included.

• David Hanners presents his scratch built card 1/48 scale Orion Spacecraft.

• Ken Bowes examines three recent 1/48 scale Afterburner Decals releases - Beware the Thunderbolts, 3rd TFW Phantoms and Upper Heyford F-111s.

• Rodger Kelly reviews Kagero Topcolors 15, Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc Special Edition. Images of the book's cover, profiles and both full-sized decal sheets are included.

21 September, 2010

• Brian Geiger presents a new Construction Feature on Tamiya's 1/48 scale P-51B Mustang, with 18 images included.

• Paul Coudeyrette is back, this time with his Tamiya 1/32 scale F-4J Phantom II. 16 images are included.

• We have Preview images of the first aircraft release from GreatWall Hobby - a 1/48 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 189 A-2. This kit is due for release in October 2010.

• Rodger Kelly examines BarracudaCals' 1/32 scale release, "P-40K Warhawk Part One". Images of the decal sheet and instructions are included.

• Mark Davies reviews three 1/72 scale Consolidated PBY Catalina Accessory & Detail Sets from Owl Parts. Images of the photo-etched parts and the instructions are included.

20 September, 2010

• George Mann and Bill Cook bring us six images of their jointly built and finished Trumpeter 1/32 scale MiG-3.

• Ales Pavlas presents four images of his 1/72 scale Sword Reggiane Re.2005 Sagittario in the Gallery.

• Mark Davies examines Owl Resin's 1/32 scale Messerschmitt Bf 110 D-3 with Spanner Anlage Conversion Set with Decals. Images of the resin and vacform parts, decals and instructions are included.

• Rodger Kelly reviews Afterburner Decals' new 1/48 scale release, "Victory Cats VF-84 F-14A Tomcat 1981 - 1994". Images of the cover, the two decal sheets and al the instructions are included.

• On Missing-Lynx, Detlef Frohlich presents four images of his 1/35 scale Dragon StuH 10.5 Ausf. H in the Gallery.

• Tim Bumb's artwork this week is entitled "Hunting Panther".

• Cookie Sewell reviews a number of new-release kits:

  • Dragon's 1/35 scale Sd.Kfz. 166 Stu.Pz. IV “Brummbaer” Early Production w/Zimmerit - Smart Kit

  • cyber-hobby.com 1/35 scale 8.8 cm Flak 37 Auf Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. H - Smart Kit

....and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

17 September, 2010

• Fernando Rolandelli returns with a 1/48 scale Spitfire PR. Mk.IF, based on the Tamiya kit using the Pavla conversion. Fernando's Feature Article is supported by 24 images.

• Pedro Chiappe presents his artwork of Max-Hellmuth Ostermann's Bf 109 F-2 in Russia.

• We have Preview images and information on Alley Cat's new 1/32 scale Spitfire Mk.XVI bubbletop (for Tamiya), 1/24 scale Tse Tse Mosquito (for Airfix) and BT-7M Model 1937 (Tamiya) conversions. Images of the resin parts and markings for each set are included. These conversions are available now from A2Zee Models.

• Mark Davies reviews Resin Art's 1/72 scale EE Canberra PR.9 (and presumably B(I).8) Undercarriage Bays and Doors. Images of the resin parts and the instructions are included.

• Rodger Kelly examines the final of four Zotz Decals' 1/48 scale releases for the P-47 Thunderbolt. Images of all the markings schemes and decal sheets are included.

• Check out the latest models posted to HyperScale's Theme Pics Forum, currently on the topic of 1/32 scale kits.

16 September, 2010

• Piotr Dmitruk presents a short article on his 1/72 scale Planet Models Tacit Blue. 16 images are included.

• Doug Esson brings us an article on his 1/48 scale Tamiya P-47D Thunderbolt. Eight images are included.

• Steve Naylor reviews Ad Hoc Publications' latest release, "Sea Fury - from the cockpit No.12" by Alan J. Leahy. Images of the covers and a sample page of profiles are included.

• Rodger Kelly examines the third of four Zotz Decals' 1/48 scale releases for the P-47 Thunderbolt. Images of all the markings schemes and decal sheets are included.

• We have Preview images of artwork from the forthcoming 1/32 scale Silver Wings Sea Gladiator kit.

15 September, 2010

• David Hanners presents four images of his 1/48 scale scratch built European Space Agency's Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV) Johannes Kepler.

• Artur Domanski brings us his 1/24 scale Trumpeter Hawker Hurricane Mk.I in the Gallery. 31 images are included.

• Rodger Kelly examines the second of four Zotz Decals' 1/48 scale releases for the P-47 Thunderbolt. Images of all the markings schemes and decal sheets are included.

• Glen Porter reviews Kagero's War Camera Photobook No. 2 Heavy Cruisers of the Admiral Hipper and the Prinz Eugen class, including an image of the cover.

14 September, 2010

• Miguel Carrillo brings us 22 images of his 1/32 scale Tamiya Spitfire Mk.IXc in the Gallery.

• Jose Dardon has sent eight images of his 1/72 scale Dragon MiG-17 Fresco.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Eduard's Brassin 1/48 scale wheels and seats for the F-4 Phantom family.

• Rodger Kelly examines the first of four Zotz Decals' 1/48 scale releases for the P-47 Thunderbolt. Images of all the markings schemes and decal sheets are included.

• Mark Davies reviews Czech Master Resin's 1/72 scale de Havilland Vampire Mk.6 in Swiss AF, including images of all the kit's resin and photo-etched parts, decals, marking options, box top and one reference photo.

• We have been seeing some inspiring models on the 1/32 scale Theme Pics Forum. Check out the latest, and don't forget to post photos of your own 1/32 scale models!

13 September, 2010

• Stephen Naylor presents a Feature Article on building his 1/48 scale "What If" Airfix TSR.2. Eight images of the model are included.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Eduard's new 1/48 scale Albatros D.III OEFFAG 253 ProfiPACK. Images of all the kit parts, decals and box top are included.

• Glen Porter examines Valiant Model Wings' 1/72 scale Bolton-Paul Defiant and Fairey Battle correction sets for the Airfix kit. Images of the resin noses are included.

• On Missing-Lynx, Steve Zaloga kicks us off this week with a new article on his 1/35 scale Bishop, based on MiniArt's new Valentine tank plus the Tamiya 25pdr and a lot of sheet plastic!

• Kamil F. Sztarbala presents five images of his 1/35 scale Tankmaster resin 2K11 Krug / SA-4 Ganef in the Gallery.

• Tim Bumb's artwork this week is entitled "Found Lynx" and depicts, perhaps not surprisingly, a Lynx.

• We have Preview images and information about the next book from The Oliver Publishing Group, First Blood, The US 1st Armored Division In Tunisia by Claude Gillono.

• Cookie Sewell reviews the following new kit releases:

  • Dragon's 1/35 scale Panzerfaerhe Gepanzerte Landwasserschlepper Prototype No. 1 - Smart Kit

  • Dragon's 1/35 scale German s. 10 cm Kanone 18 - Smart Kit

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

10 September, 2010

• Tonight I review Hasegawa's long-awaited 1/32 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 F-4/Trop, including images of the kit parts, decals and box top.

• Ed Kinney presents 12 images of his 1/32 scale Czech Model T-33A Shooting Star finished in a colourful and unusual scheme.

• Roland Sachsenhofer brings us 11 images of his 1/72 scale Revell Focke Wulf P VI Flitzer in the Gallery.

• Vincenzo Pulin has sent artwork of the 1934 Schneider Cup Macchi Castoldi MC 72.

• Mark Davies examines the most recent 1/72 scale Typhoon, Lancaster, Hs 129 & Spitfire Detail Sets from Resin Art. Images of all the resin parts from the six sets are included.

• We are seeing some really inspirational work on the Plastic Pics Forum lately. Check out the last visitor models, including Spencer Pollard's remarkable Tilly diorama.

8 September, 2010

• Tonight I review Squadron Products' Encore Models 1/48 scale F-102A Delta Dagger. The review includes images of all the plastic and resin parts, colour and nickel plated photo-etch, decals and box top. This is a suitable homage to the classic Monogram kit!

• Alan Price presents seven images of his 1/32 scale Revell chromate-finished Eurofighter Typhoon.

• Roland Sachsenhofer brings us twelve images of his 1/32 scale Special Hobby Hawk 75 / Mohawk IV.

• Glen Porter examines Silver Cloud's 1/72 and 1/48 scale conversions and updates for Mosquito and Spitfire models, including an early Mosquito B.Mk.IV short nacelle version in 1/72 scale.

7 September, 2010

• Lars Kolweyh brings us 16 images of his diorama featuring Dragon's 1/48 scale Junkers Ju 188 A-2.

• Piotr Dmitruk presents eight images of his Karaya's 1/72 scale resin Brown B-2 in the Gallery.

• Rodger Kelly reviews the new Alley Cat 1/24 scale Mosquito TR. Mk.33 conversion for the big Airfix kit, including images of the resin part, photo-etch, masks and instructions.

• Continuing the recent Shootng Star Fever, Mark Davies examines the latest Mark I. LTD, “Dozen Set”, Lockheed T-33 Thunderbird Colours & Markings. Images of sample pages from the book plus the decal sheet are included.

• We have Preview images and information about Eagle Editions' new 1/32 scale decals for Hasegawa's Messerschmitt Bf 109 F-4/Trop. These will also be available in 1/48 scale.

• The new topic for HyperScale's Group Build Forum, "Resin Aircraft Kits," is proving popular. Check out the current builds, and think about what you would like to build as well. This Group Build will stay open until at least 30 December, 2010.

6 September, 2010

• We have Preview images and information on Xtradecals' three forthcoming 1/72 scale T-33 Shooting Star for the new Sword kit. Nine images are included.

• Tonight I review Eduard's 1/32 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-1 Weekend Edition. 40 images are included.

• Dario Giuliani presents six images of his 1/72 scale early production Spitfire Mk.I in the Gallery.

• On Missing-Lynx,Brett Green reviews Tasca's brand new 1/35 scale M4A3E8 "Easy Eight" Sherman with HVSS suspension and individual link T66 tracks. Eleven images of the kit's box, decals and new parts are included.

• Cookie Sewell examines Tamiya's new 1/35 scale BT-7 Model 1935, including 22 images of the kit parts, decals and box top.

• In the Gallery, Dave Goddard presents four images of his 1/16 scale Tamiya full-option radio control M4A3E8 "Easy Eight" Sherman conversion.

• Tim Bumb's new artwork this week is entitled "A German Tanker's Best Friend", depicting an 88mm gun.

• We have Preview information on the first hard cover book from Panzer Wrecks, 'Repairing the Panzers Vol.1,' by Lukas Friedli.

....and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

2 September, 2010

• Alex Tula finishes Monogram's 1/48 scale PBY-5 Catalina as a colourful Coast Guard aircraft in a new Construction Feature with 12 images.

• Jose Luis Hernandez Marquez presents 23 images of his 1/72 scale Revell Avro Lancaster B.Mk.I in the Gallery.

• "Bondo" Phil Brandt reviews LEM's 1/32 scale Sukhoi Su-22M-4 (NATO “Fitter K”), including 18 images of the kit's resin parts.

• Pheon Models has sent Preview images and information on their next releases, three 1/48 scale sheets for Eduard's Oeffag Albatros D.III. 17 images are included on the Preview page.

1 September, 2010

• We have Preview images and information about the newest "Flashback" release, a 1/48 scale F-102A Delta Dagger. Images of the plastic parts, resin, photo-etch, decals, instructions and box top are included in this Preview. The kit is available now from Squadron for USD$51.29.

• Marcel Meres brings us a new Construction Feature on his 1/48 scale Hasegawa Nakajima Ki-27b Nate. 18 images of the model under constructioin and complete are included.

• Frank Cuden presents three images and a description of his 1/72 scale UA-1E Skyraider, based on Hasegawa's kit with the RVHP conversion.

• Mark Davies reviews two more new 1/72 scale releases from Sword, their "Lockheed T-33 USAF, RCAF" and "Lockheed T-33 JASDF, Bundesluftwaffe, Aeronautica Milittaire". Images of the kit box tops, decals, plastic, resin and photo-etched parts are included.

• Glen Porter examines the very timely book, Kagero Topcolors No.8 Battle of Britain Part 1. Images of the book plus the decals and masks are included in this review.

31 August, 2010

• Matt Odom presents a new Construction Feature on Hasegawa's 1/32 scale P-47D Thunderbolt. 18 images are included.

• Mark Davies reviews Sword's new 1/72 scale Ki-84 Hayate (Early), including 14 images of the kit's plastic and resin parts, decals and box top.

• On Missing-Lynx, we have Preview CAD images and the artwork from the box top from Showcase Models Australia's 1/35 scale Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle, due for release in November. Stay tuned for more details.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

27 August, 2010

• Mick Evans presents a short Feature describing the construction and painting of his ADV Models 1/1 scale F-104 Starfighter Control Stick Grip. Six images are included.

• Manuel Soriano brings us ten images of his 1/48 scale Classic Airframes Heinkel He 51 B in the Gallery.

• Mark Davies reviews Sword's new 1/72 scale Lockheed "P-80C Shooting Star Over Korea". 15 images of the kit's plastic and resin parts, plus decals and box art, are included.

• Scotty Battistoni presents 19 photos of a Tupolev Tu-2 cockpit, a DB 6703 engine and an SBD Dauntless wing in a new Reference Gallery.

26 August, 2010

• We have a new topic on Theme Pics - 1/32 Scale Aircraft. Whether they are resin or plastic, biplanes, jets or anything in between, let's see your large scale aircraft models on Theme Pics over the next month or so.

• Mike Millette presents a big new Construction Feature, describing his 1/32 scale Squadron/Czech Model T-33 Shooting Star. 35 images of the model under construction and completed are included.

• Francisco Carlos Soldan returns with his 1/48 scale Hasegawa Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-10/R2. 17 images are included.

• Mark Davies reviews Sword's new 1/72 scale Reggiane Re 2005 Sagittario, including 15 images of the kit's plastic and resin parts, decals and box top.

• Mick Evans examines Dutch Decals' 1/32 scale release, "RNethAF Bolkow Bo-105CB and Piper Super Cub L-18C/L-21B". Images of the cover and the decal sheet are included.

25 August, 2010

• Garfield Ingram presents a big new Construction Feature on his Eduard 1/48 scale Albatros D.Va. 35 images of the model under construction and complete are included.

• Daniel Bechennec's latest striking artwork depicts a Messerschmitt Bf 110 G-4 and Lancasters over nighttime Germany, and is entitled "Hell Below".

• Glen Porter reviews Kagero's book, P-40 Volume III, including an image of the front cover.

• Sinuhe Hahn examines MC-ONE's 1/72 and 1/48 scale Swiss ICE Hornet Decals for F/A-18C & D kits. Images of the instructions and the decal sheets are included.

24 August, 2010

• Ben van Soldt presents a new Feature Article on his Pacific Coast Models' 1/32 scale Macchi Castoldi C.200. 27 images, including construction photos, are included.

• Etienne Munsch brings us nine images of his post-war French 1/72 scale Italeri C-47 Skytrain in the Gallery.

• Rodger Kelly reviews two related releases:

  • Dutch Profile's newest book, "Curtiss P-40E/N Operations of The Royal Netherlands East Indies Army Air Force Part 1 1942 - 1945, Camouflage and Markings". Images of the cover and seven sample pages are included.

  • Decals for Dutch P-40Ns in 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scales on the same sheet. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

• We are seeing some really inspirational work on the Plastic Pics Forum lately. Check out the last visitor models.

23 August, 2010

• Dirk Polchow presents 18 images and a description of Wingnut Wings' 1/32 scale Bristol F.2b Fighter.

• Maciek Zywczyk brings us 25 images of his 1/48 scale Revell F-15E Strike Eagle in the Gallery.

• Chris Clifford announces the launch of the brand new "Airfix Model World Magazine", whose first issue will be published in early November, just before the IPMS UK Nationals at Telford. Follow this link for a Press Release with more details about the magazine.

• On Missing-Lynx, I review the new GreatWall Hobby 1/35 scale Rheinmetall 12.8cm K44 L/55 High Velocity Anti-Tank Gun, or PaK 44 if you prefer less of a mouthful. Ten images of the kit's plastic, photo-etched and metal parts are included.

• Cookie Sewell examines Academy's brand new 1/35 scale CV9040B Swedish Infantry Fighting Vehicle, including images of the completed model plus the photo-etched fret, metal barrel and track arrangement.

• Maza Takahashi presents five images of his 1/35 scale Dragon Sd.Kfz.7/1 in the Gallery.

• Tim Bumb's artwork this week is entitled "Soldaten".

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

20 August, 2010

• It is a little overdue, but we have a new topic for HyperScale's Group Build Forum - "Resin Aircraft Kits". This topic will run until 30 December 2010, so you will have the chance to choose a new resin kit and document your build. Depending on the level of interest at the end of the year, we may extend the time into 2011.

• Tim Holwick presents three images of his 1/48 scale Tamiya Lancaster in the Gallery.

• Busolini Massimo brings us 37 images of his 1/48 scale Tamiya P-47D Thunderbolt under construction and complete in the Gallery.

• Rodger Kelly reviews no less than seven new releases of weighted wheels and other accessories for modern and WWII aircraft from Royale Resin. 31 images of the resin parts and instructions are included.

• We have Preview images of box art, plastic and resin from the forthcoming 1/72 scale Reggiane Re 2001 Falco II and CN kits from Sword.

• For our Australian visitors, the annual two-day Props Jets & Rotors Display & Competition will be led in the sensational surroundings of the South Australian Aviation Museum on 28 and 29 August. For more details check out the website.

19 August, 2010

• Dave Aungst's latest big Feature Article describes his 1/48 scale Hobby Boss MiG-17F Fresco C. 31 images of the model under construction and complete are included.

• Otis Goodin presents eight images of his 1/32 scale Wingnut Wings Albatros D.Va in the Gallery.

• Troy White returns with his latest artwork, on a Battle of Britain theme, entitled "Sod Off". Details of the artwork are included in this new Gallery entry.

• Mick Evans reviews Werner's Wings resin 1/35 scale UH-1 Fuel Bladders. Three versions are available, and images of each are presented in Mick's review.

• Rodger Kelly examines the big book from History Facts, "Heinkel He 162 "Volksjäger”: Last-Ditch Effort by the Luftwaffe". Images of the cover plus ten sample pages are included.

18 August, 2010

• Tonight I review the new Eduard 1/48 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8/R2, including images of the key plastic parts, the decals and box top.

17 August, 2010

• Doug Esson presents a short article on his 1/48 scale Hasegawa AV-8B Harrier II Plus. 12 images are included.

• Ted Taylor has been busy lately, building not one but three of Emhar's attractive 1/24 scale Bedford O series lorries. Check out Ted's detailed construction article on his HobbyVista website.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Luftwaffe Im Focus No. 17, including images of the front and rear covers.

16 August, 2010

• On Missing-Lynx, I have three images of my 1/35 scale Panhard VPS Special Forces based on the Revell Mercedes Wolf and ADV/Azimut's conversion.

• I have also reviewed the new 1/35 scale Tristar Sturmpanzer IV Early Version (Mid Production) With Interior. 16 images accompany the text.

• Pedro Chiappe presents artwork of an Sd.Kfz. 250 in Southern Russia in the Gallery

• Cookie Sewell reviews two new kits:

  • Dragon's 1/35 scale StuG III Ausf. F8 Late Production w/Winterketten - Smart Kit

  • Dragon's 1/35 scale 2 cm Flakvierling 38 Late Production w/crew - Smart Kit

• Alpine Miniatures has three new releases for August 2010:

35105 WSS Panther Crew #1 (1/35) - MSRP $16.50 USD
35106 WSS Panther Crew #2 (1/35) - MSRP $16.50 USD
35107 WSS Panther Crew Set 2 figures (1/35) - MSRP $32.00 US
16010 Fallschirmjäger Sniper (1/16) - MSRP $50.00 USD

For more info and images, check out Alpine's website.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

13 August, 2010

• Tonight I review the new Airfix 1/72 scale Messerschmitt Bf 110 C-2/C-4 kit, including 20 images of the kit parts, decals and box top.

• Chris Wauchop dropped around this week with his new Tamiya 1/48 scale Fieseler Fi 156 C Storch. Three images of Chris's Storch have been posted to the Gallery.

• Mark Davies presents a new Feature Article on his 1/72 scale Trumpeter BAC Lightning F.6. Nine images are included.

• Rodger Kelly reviews the new Ultracast 1/48 scale P-38 Lightning Pilot's Seat Without Harness. An image of the resin seats is included.

• We have a Preview image of Freightdog Models next 1/72 scale decal release, "RAF Over Egypt and Palestine", due out in September.

12 August, 2010

• James Fahey presents a full build review of Pheon's three 1/32 scale Sopwith Pup decal sheets. 26 images of the Wingnut Wings kit under construction and complete, plus the decals' instructions and sheets, are included.

• Paul Coudeyrette is back, this time with Pacific Coast Models' 1/32 scale Spitfire Mk.IXc in USAAF colours.

• Rodger Kelly reviews the new Ultracast 1/48 scale P-38 Lightning Pilot's Seat with Standard American Harness. An image of the resin seats is included.

• We are seeing some really inspirational work on the Plastic Pics Forum lately. Check out the last visitor models.

10 August, 2010

• Brendan Moss presents a new Feature Article on Hasegawa's 1/48 scale McDonnell Douglas F-15J. Four images are included.

• Tim Holwick brings us five images of his 1/48 scale Hasegawa Hurricane Mk.I in the Gallery.

• Glen Porter reviews Bombshell Decals' 1/72 scale release, "Marauding Esquire Girls B-26C". Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

• Rodger Kelly examines Ultracast's 1/48 scale P-38 Lightning Covered Wheels with Diamond Tread Tyres.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Windsock Worldwide Vol.26 No.2, including an image of the cover.

• We're in the lst few days of the current topic on Theme Pics, "The Battle for Fortress Europe", so check out the latest entries or post your own model photos while you have the chance.

9 August, 2010

• Paul Coudeyrette's latest brush-painted model is Revell's 1/32 scale P-38J Lightning. 14 images are included.

• Alan Troi has sent two images of his brand-new 1/32 scale Hobby Boss Il-2 Stormovik for the Gallery.

• Mark Davies reviews Czech Master Resin's 1/72 scale de Havilland Venom Mk.1R, including 14 images of the kit parts, decals and box top.

• Rodger Kelly examines Ultracast's 1/48 scale P-38 Lightning Spoked Wheels with Block Tread Tyres. Three images are included.

• As we leave behind the excitement of the 2010 IPMS USA Nationals, Barracudacals has announced a new decal release for the P-40K in both 1/32 and 1/48 scales. Images and information have been posted to a Preview page.

• On Missing-Lynx, Steve Zaloga builds ADV/Azimut's 1/35 scale resin M29 Weasel in a new submission with four images.

• Dennis Oliver brings us artwork of a Sherman V of A Squadron, 19th King George’s Own Lancers photographed in Burma in early 1945.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

5 August, 2010

• Hannants has just released a new Xtradecals double sheet - Luftwaffe in the Battle of Britain -70th Anniversary 2010. This is available now in both 1/48 and 1/72 scales. Images of the decal sheets and instructions have been posted to a Preview page.

• Glen Porter reviews Mushroom Model Publications' 100th book, "Boeing B-17 Fortress in RAF Coastal Command Service", including an image of the front cover.

• Roy Sutherland's "Barracudacals" has now released their P-40 decal sheets in 1/72 and 1/48 scales, including some new subjects. We have images and information on a Preview page. Roy will have these sheets available for sale at the IPMS USA Nationals in Phoenix, starting today!

• Mark Davies examines Pavla's 1/72 scale Mirage 2000 & Super Etendard Accessories for the Heller Kits. Images of the vacform canopies and resin seat are included.

• Allan Buttrick has organised an Airfix Battle of Britain Group Build, known as the ABoBGB, on HyperScale's Airfix Group Build Forum. Make sure you drop by, whether you are building an Airfix model for the Forum, or if you just want to see what everyone else is doing.

2 August, 2010

• Rob Baumgartner reviews the new book from Classic Publishing, "The Luftwaffe in the Battle of Britain 1940 from Profile to Model", with models by Ian Robertson, Jamie Haggo and me. Rob's review includes images of the cover and six double-page spreads.

29 July, 2010

• Rob Baumgartner examines EagleCals' two new 1/32 scale markings for early Focke-Wulf Fw 190 As - A-1, A-2 and A-3. Images of the covers and the decal sheets are included.

• Mark Davies reviews Pavla's 1/72 scale Mirage F.1 CT Cockpit Detail Set and replacement canopy for the Heller Kit.

• We are seeing some inspirational work on HyperScale's Plastic Pics Forum. Check 'em out!

27 July, 2010

• Maurizio di Terlizzi presents a new Construction Feature on Pacifc Coast Models' 1/32 scale Macchi C.205, upgraded with Tail Boom multimedia parts. 14 images are included.

• Yufei Mao returns with his 1/48 scale Trumpeter J-10A PLAAF fighter. 68 images of the model, both under construction and complete, are included.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Eduard's 1/48 scale Fokker Eindecker Weekend Edition. 13 images of the kit parts, decals and box top are included.

• Mark Davies examines Pavla's 1/72 scale cockpit, seat and canopy upgrades for Heller's T-28 Trojan. 10 images of the resin and vac form parts are included.

• We have a Preview images and information on the marking options and variants of the forthcoming Wingscale 1/32 scale B-25 Mitchell kits.

• Mick Evans reviews PT Decals' new 1/48 scale release, French Air Force, covering Dewoitine 520, Morane Saunier MS 500, SNCAC 500, DH-82 Tiger Moth and Nakajima Ki 43. Images of the cover and the decal sheet are included.

26 July, 2010

• Info Eduard is the new upgraded monthly newsletter from the prolific Czech manufacturer. In fact, this 30 page publication looks more like a magazine than a newsletter now, including photo galleries, reference articles, colour profiles and a build feature in addition to information about new and forthcoming releases. This PDF format publication is available for download free of charge from Eduard's website.

• Over the last few years I have been trying to rationalise the number of domain names that I use for HyperScale, and have gradually been cutting them down. I allowed two domains to lapse in the last week, hsfeatures.com and hsgalleries.com, in the belief that I had moved all the content to hyperscale.com sub-domains. It turns out that I missed some from 2003 and 2004, so I have renewed those domains again pending moving. If you have had trouble accessing some articles in the last few days, they should be available again now.

• On Missing-Lynx,Mark Davies presents a new Feature Article on building Trumpeter's 1/72 scale Char B1 bis. 13 images are included.

• Dennis Oliver brings us artwork of a Tiger I Ausf. E, attached to 1 Kompanie, schwere Panzer-Abteilung 510 in Lithuania, autumn 1944.

• Glen Porter reviews the two debut injection moulded kits from MK 72, a 1/72 scale Demag D7 (Sd.Kfz. 10) Europe and DAK. Images of the kit parts, box tops, decals and marking schemes are included.

• Cookie Sewell examines Dragon's 1/35 Scale ‘39-‘45 Series Kit No. 6572; Pz.Kpfw. II Ausf. B - Smart Kit.
  

...and don't forget to check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

23 July, 2010

• Mark Davies reviews the brand new 1/72 scale Profiline Hughes 500D & 500E, including images of all the clear and coloured plastic parts, instructions, decals and box tops.

• Mark has also made a few changes to his review of Pavla's 1/72 scale Supermarine S.6 and Supermarine S.6B/S.6A kits from yesterday. These include two reference photos from Tony Bourke in response to a question in the original review, and a revision of the quoted Modelimex prices.

• Rob Baumgartner examines Eduard's newest Brassin releases, 1/48 scale seats and wheels for F-4 Phantom and F-16 kits. Images of the resin and photo-etched parts are included.

22 July, 2010

• We are pleased to welcome MB Model Cars as sponsors of HyperScale's Car Chat Forum.

• Alan Price presents his 1/32 scale Revell Eurofighter Typhoon in the Gallery. This will be featured in a future issue of Model Airplane International magazine.

• Slawek Kusz brings us 17 images of RPM's 1/72 scale PWS-26 in the Gallery.

• Mark Davies offers a very detailed review and history of Pavla's 1/72 scale Supermarine S.6 and Supermarine S.6B/S.6A kits. 41 images of both kits' parts, decals and box art are included.

• Glen Porter examines Red Roo Models' 1/72 scale P-51D Hamilton Standard Cuffed Prop & P-51K Aeroproducts Prop. Images of all the resin parts are included.

21 July, 2010

• Joe Lyons' latest history and modelling article is "HMS Glorious and Embarked Aircraft - 8 June 1940". Joe's reference article also includes models of Glorious in 1/700 scale, plus a 1/48 scale Hurricane, Gladiator, Swordfish and Sea Gladiator.

• Paul Coudeyrette's latest model is Czech Models' 1/32 scale Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star. 15 images are included.

• Mark Davies reviews Czech Master Resin's 1/72 scale de Havilland Vampire F. MK 1 Swiss AF. 16 images of the kit parts, decals and box top are included.

• James Fahey examines Pheon Models latest 1/48 scale decals release for the Halberstadt CL.IV. Nine images of the instructions and decal sheet are included.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Windsock Datafile 140 - Fokker C.I by Colin Owers. An image of the cover is included.

• AIMS has sent Preview images and information on their forthcoming decal release for Dragon's 1/48 scale Junkers Ju 88 G-6.

20 July, 2010

• Pasi Kiiski presents nine images of his 1/72 scale Matchbox Handley-Page Heyford Mk.II in the Gallery.

• David Hanners brings us a short new Feature on his new 1/96 scale card Ares 1-X rocket. Eight images are included.

• Mark Davies reviews four new multimedia upgrades from Pavla for the 1/72 scale Alpha Jet. 18 images of the resin and vacform parts are included.

• Steven Eisenman examines the new book, "Luftwaffe Gallery No. 1 – Photos and Profiles" by Erik Mombeek with profiles by Thierry Dekker. An image of the cover is included.

• Mick Evans reviews Dutch Decals new 1/72 scale release, Royal Netherlands Air Force Do215B-2, DH-85, Fokker D.XXIII, DB7B ML, PBY5(A), RNethNavy Martin B10, Ryan STM, Brewster B340. An image of the cover and the decal sheet are included.

• We are seeing lots of great new builds and progress on the Airfix Group Build Forum including a colourful Shorts SC.9 (Airfix 1/72 EE Canberra PR.9 and the Alley Cat conversion). Check it out!

19 July, 2010

• The Doctor is in! Frank Mitchell's latest scratch-built model is a 1/32 scale Nikitin-Chevchenko IS-2 prototype Soviet biplane. 20 images illustrate the build from balsa to completion.

• BarracudaGraphs has images and information on a forthcoming book on the 365th Fighter Bomber Group, "The Hell Hawk Thunderbolts in Profile". An image of the cover and two sample profiles are included.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews the newest Aviaeology decals by SkyGrid Studio, "RCAF Mosquitoes Special Edition – Canadians in Coastal Command #3". Images of the cover and the decals are included.

• On Missing-Lynx, Steve Zaloga presents an article on his 1/35 scale BT-42, based on the new Tamiya BT-7 plus JS Models' resin conversion (plus a few other bits and pieces).

• I review Tasca's new 1/35 scale M4A1(76)W Sherman, including 15 images of the kit parts, decals and box top.

• Marc Weismann brings us four images of his Dragon 1/35 scale King Tiger in the Gallery.

• Tim Bumb's artwork this week is entitled "The End is Near", featuring a Sherman.

• Cookie Sewell reviews Dragon's 1/35 scale Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. N w/Winterketten s.Pz.Abt. 502 Leningrad 1943 - Smart Kit. An image of the cover art is included.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

16 July, 2010

• Mark Davies presents a new Feature Article on building Trumpeter's 1/72 scale Sukhoi Su-15TM (Flagon F). 14 images are included.

• Patrick Gasser brings us seven images of his Hasegawa 1/32 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8/R2 in the Gallery.

• Ken Bowes examines Afterburner Decals' 1/48 scale release, Shogun Eagles 18th Fighter Wing, for F-15 Eagle kits. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included. Ken has also supplied seven reference photos from his own collection.

• Glen Porter reviews Osprey Publishing's New Vanguard 166, "British Motor Gun Boats 1939-45". An image of the cover is included.

15 July, 2010

• Greg Goheen presents a new Feature Article on converting Dragon's Junkers Ju 88 kit to the striking V-6 prototype. 34 images are included.

• Robert Rensch reviews a test shot of Kiwi Resins' 1/72 scale Auster A.O.P. 6/7, including 15 detail images of the kit's injection moulded plastic parts.

• Ken Bowes examines Afterburner Decals' 1/48 scale Red Flag Tigers 64th/65th Aggressors, F-5E Tiger II. Images of the instructions, cover and decal sheet are included, plus three useful reference photos.

• Eli Raphael has sent seven Preview images from Zotz Decals' newest release for 1/32 scale Hawker Hurricane Mk.Ia kits.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Albatros Productions Limited Release Facsimiles for the 180hp Mercedes Engine and Sopwith Pup. Images of some of the reproductions pages are included.

14 July, 2010

• Glen Porter presents a new Feature Article on Fine Molds' 1/72 scale A6M2b Type 21 Zero. 20 images are included.

• In the Gallery, Stéphane Sagols brings us ten images of his Tamiya 1/48 scale P-51B Mustang.

• Tonight I examine the re-released Eduard 1/48 scale F6F-3 Hellcat, including images of all the kit parts, decals and box top.

• We have news and images of new and forthcoming releases from Sword, including 1/72 scale T-33s, a P-80, Re 2005 and more, posted to a Preview page. Images include box art, decals and sprues from the kits.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews three decal sheets from LPS Decals for Messerschmitt Bf 110 kits in 1/48 and 1/32 scales. Eight images of the decal covers and sheets are included.

• Martin Waligorski is commemorating some of the lesser known stories and events of the Battle of Britain with the 70th Anniversary upon us. Check out the Battle of Britain section of The Spitfire Site for more details.

13 July, 2010

• Aleksandar Andric presents a short Feature on his 1/72 scale Heller Junkers Ju 52/3m g5e, including 30 images of this superdetailed model.

• Jon Bryon brings us a detailed Construction Feature on his 1/48 scale Tamiya F-16CJ Fighting Falcon. 27 images of the completed model are included.

• Mark Davies reviews Rotor Craft's comprehensive 1/72 scale Westland Whirlwind HAS Mk.9 Conversion for the Italeri H-19/HO-5 Kits. 17 images of the conversion's resin, metal and photo-etched parts, decals, marking schemes and box top are included.

• Francesco Del Greco examines Silver Wings' 1/32 scale Fiat CR.32 / CR.32 bis kit, including 33 images of the kit's resin parts, decals and box top.

12 July, 2010

• On Missing-Lynx, I have published three images and a short description of my new Tamiya 1:35 scale BT-7 Model 1935.

• Cookie Sewell reviews Dragon's soon-to-be-released 1/35 scale M7 Priest Mid-Production. Images of the kit sprues and a built up test shot are included.

• I also examine 17 new 1/35 scale releases from Voyager Model. Images of the photo-etched and resin upgrades are included.

• Tim Bumb's latest artwork in the Gallery is a Tiger I entitled "Waiting for the Brits".

• ...and don't forget to check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

• I have added more information to the BarracudaCals Spitfire Mk.VIII decal preview.

9 July, 2010

• Raphaël Groteclaes presents a new Construction Feature on building MPM's 1/48 scale Heinkel He 177 Greif. 17 images are included.

• Samo Štempihar brings us six images of his Yugoslav Hasegawa 1/72 scale Hawker Hurricane Mk.IV.

• Arne Badent's latest artwork in the Gallery is a Mustang Mk.IV in service with 442 Sqn.

• Roy Sutherland has sent a Preview image of new 1/32 scale Barracudacals decals for Tamiya's forthcoming Supermarine Spitfire Mk.VIII. The sheet will also be available in 1/48 scale. The image has been posted to a Preview page, and more information will be available on BarracudaCals website.

• Rob Baumgartner examines AIMS' 1/32 scale decals for Revell's forthcoming Heinkel He 111 P-2. Images of the decal sheet and cover artwork are included.

• Glen Porter reviews the newest book in Kagero's Super Drawings In 3D series, "Russian Protected Cruiser Varyag". An image of the cover is included.

• Alley Cat has announced its first full kit, a resin 1/32 scale Hawker Fury Mk.I. This will be available in two separate boxings with different marking options. Images and more information have been posted to a Preview page.

• I incorrectly labelled Raul Corral's Academy F/A-18A Hornet as 1/32 scale yesterday. It is actually 1/72 scale.

• I have archived 2010's January to June "What's New" entries. These may be accessed from the bottom of the What's New page, or directly by following this link.

7 July, 2010

• Raul Corral presents a short new Feature on Academy's 1/72 scale F/A-18A Hornet finished in striking Spanish markings. Ten images are included.

• Ron Scholtz brings us seven images of his big 1/35 scale Japanese Type A Submarine from Accurate Armour.

• Rob Baumartner reviews Kagero's Monograph No.16 Messerschmitt Bf 110 Vol. 1, Second Edition. An image of the book's cover, a sampe page and scan of the masking sheet are included.

• Mick Evans examines Yellow Wings Decals' three neweest sets in 1/32 scale, "Boeing P-26A 1934-35 17th Pursuit Group". Images of the decal sheets are included.

• We are seeing some inspirational work on HyperScale's Plastic Pics Forum. Check 'em out!

6 July, 2010

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Eduard's new 1/48 scale Weekend Edition Albatros D.V. Images of the kit's plastic parts, decals and box art are included.

• While we are on the subject, James Fahey brings us a Preview of Pheon Models' two forthcoming decals for Wingnut Wings' 1/32 scale Albatros D.V and D.Va kits. Images of the artwork and decals are included.

• Rodger Kelly examines the new book from Stratus, "Polish Air Force 1939 Through German Eyes Vol. 1", including images of the cover and four sample pages.

5 July, 2010

• Gregory Conterio presents a new Feature Article on Trumpeter's 1/72 scale Sukhoi Su-15 Flagon. Seven images are included.

• Dave Kitterman takes a break from his usual scratch builds for something a bit different - Monogram's 1950s Vintage Dipsy Doodle "B" Class Three Point Hydroplane. Six images are included.

• And while we are on the subject of Monogram, Joe Nassi finishes Monogram's 1/48 scale North American B-25J Mitchell as a Marines PBJ-1J. Five images are included.

• Rob Baumgartner reviews Mushroom Model Publications' recent release, "Messerschmitt Me 163". An image of the book's cover and a sample piece of artwork are included.

• Mark Davies examines four new releases from Owl Decals for 1/32 scale Messerschmitt Bf 110 and Bf 109 models. Images of the artwork and the decal sheets are included.

• AIMS has sent Preview images and information about three Mistel Ju 88 G-1 conversions for Revell's 1/32 scale Junkers Ju 88 kit.

• Colin from Freightdog Models has sent an image and information of the forthcoming Pegasus Models 1/72 scale DH4 kit.

3 July, 2010

• I have posted a report on last week's Squadron EagleQuest XIX, including 69 images of models in competition, to HyperScale's Reference Library.

1 July, 2010

• We are seeing some really impressive work on the Airfix Group Build Forum lately, including several of the new 1/48 scale Airfix Messerschmitt Bf 109 E kits. Check out progress (and a few completed models too).

• Model Airplane International magazine is now 100 pages, and the next four Issues (60 - 63) include a free paint cross refererence card on the front cover. Visit the MAI website for more details.

• Time flies - Lucky Model is holding a big 7th Anniversary Sale that ends on 3 July. Check out Lucky Model's website for more details.

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