Archives: Kit Reviews
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Trumpeter 1/35 scale Canadian AVGP Grizzly (Early)
Tightly packed into Trumpeter’s 1/35 scale Canadian AVGP Grizzly box are seven individually wrapped sprues containing 239 parts. Six nicely detailed vinyl tires are included. A small fret of photoetched metal holds three parts. The moldings are crisp with very little flash and a high level of detail.
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HobbyBoss 1/48 F8F-1 Bearcat
HobbyBoss’ 1/48 scale F8F-1 Bearcat is crisply molded in gray plastic, the parts are free of flash and feature consistent, to-scale engraving. The clear parts are thin enough to preclude a dip in Pledge Future floor finish. The decal sheet has the peculiar (but correct) Blue Angel blue markings for Beetle Bomb.
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Zvezda 1/72 scale Yakovlev Yak-3
Zvezda’s new 1/72 scale Yak-3 plastic model is a snap-fit kit. You’ll find nicely molded detail throughout, particularly in the cockpit. Instructions are straightforward, with a seven-step construction process that has subassemblies within each step. The final page of the booklet is a painting and decal guide.
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Revell Germany 1/72 scale Handley Page Halifax B Mk.I/II GR.II
Revell Germany’s 1/72 Halifax Mk.I/II is a huge upgrade from older plastic model kits of this aircraft. The components have beautiful detailing, and the parts breakdown indicates variants to come. The kit decals provide options for two aircraft, and all control surfaces are movable on delicate hinges.
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Revell 1/48 scale Lockeed PV-1 Ventura
Revell’s 1/48 scale Lockheed PV-1 Ventura model is molded in gray plastic and includes multiple bombs, a nosegun pack, an open bomb bay, drop tanks, and a detailed cockpit.
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MiniArt 1/35 scale MB Type 170W Personenwagen
MiniArt’s 1/35 scale plastic model of the Mercedes-Benz Type 170V is a welcome addition to a growing number of soft-skin kits. It is molded in yellow plastic and includes a complete engine, drivetrain, suspension details, passenger compartment detail, exterior trunk, and photoetched-metal detail parts. Also included is a bonus set of MiniArt German civilians.
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NPRD One Shot: Takom Krupp Raumer & VsKfz 617
Opening the box of these 1/35 scale mine-clearing vehicles
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Cyber-hobby 1/700 scale USS New York LPD-21
Cyber-hobby’s new 1/700 scale USS New York plastic model kit will require a magnifier. It comes with Amphibious Forces sprues that include an LCAC, helicopters, and M1A1 Abrams tanks; and they are all used. The instructions are clear and mostly accurate. The ship can be built as a full-hull or waterline model, with open or closed…
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Polar Lights 1/25 scale 1966 Batmobile
Polar Lights’ 1/25 scale 1966 Batmobile is molded in black plastic, with the body sectioned into pieces, including a separate rear deck to accurately capture the car’s unique fins. The hood and trunk are also separate to show off the engine and mobile crime computer. The decal sheet provides trim and interior details.
