RAF and Royal Navy F-4 Phantom, FG.1, FGR.2 & F-4

Published: September 3, 2015
Book Author(s): Andy Evans / Gary Hatcher
Company: SAM Publications

I have several of the Modeler’s Datafiles and they are great reference books so I was looking forward to this one on the British Phantoms. I do have to say that some of the Datafile facts do need to be checked as I have found small errors in a few of them but not enough to detract from the benefit of these books from being a great addition to any reference library

As soon as I started to flick through the book I was impressed. This book has all the information a modeler needs to build a British Phantom, including a kit listing, a decal listing and an accessory/conversion listing.

The table of contents is as follows:

• The British Phantom
• Fleet Defence - Royal Navy Phantoms
• Fighter, Ground Attack and Reconnaissance - The RAF Phantom… more

Gama Goat Detail Set

Published: August 27, 2015
Company: Eduard

This kit contains 2 sheets of photo Etched parts one small one of pre-colored parts and one large sheet of other parts.

The detail quality of a very high as we have come to expect from Eduard.

This set can be used with either of the Tamiya kits 35330 M561 US 6x6 Cargo truck or 35342 M972 US 6x6 Ambulance Truck.

The set provides photo etch to replace the following parts:

Wipers, windscreen surround, gas tank straps, gas tank filler shields, driver instrument panel, cargo bay floor, plus other small details.

It also provides the addition details for the foot pedals, floor vents, drivers compartment placards, ammo boxes, cargo bay folding foot step, etc.

The parts are very easy to install and add a lot more detail to the already detailed kit… more

F-101A/C Voodoo Wheel Bays

Published: August 26, 2015
Company: Aires Hobby Models

This set replaces parts D1-5, D1-7, E37, part of C9 and Part of C10 from Kitty Hawk Kit number KH80115. The detail quality is as to the normal high standard of the all Aires products. As usual there was no flash or other imperfections. The parts once removed from the mold base are ready to install. The parts will make a great improvement on the kit parts which has very little detail in these areas of the kit. A great price for such fine additional details for this kit.

Thanks to Aires for providing these for review.

Bachem Ramp/Trailer

Published: August 16, 2015
Company: Brengun

This kit contains 11 resin parts and one small photoetch sheet. The detail quality is to a very high standard, although the parts could have been better packaged. A couple where broken but easily fixed. There is very little flash or other imperfections. Once removed from the mold base the parts are ready to install. The parts will make a great ramp that can be built in the launch or transport position. A great price for such a fine accessory. Matched with a Natter it looks great and would make a fantastic diorama centerpiece.

I would highly recommend this to anyone. You can see in some of the pictures I have added my simple Natter (not included in the kit) and it looks great on the ramp, ready to launch.

Thanks go to Hauler for providing this kit for us to review.

British Heavy Tank Conqueror Mark 2

Published: February 3, 2020
Company: Dragon Models

This is the British Heavy Tank Conqueror Mark 2, heavy tank design featuring a 120mm main gun. Developed specifically as a response to the Soviet IS-3 tank, it was envisaged as a partner for the British Army’s mainstream and contemporary Centurion (armed with a smaller 20-pdr gun) tank so it could give a long-range anti-tank reach. A total of 20 Conqueror Mk.I and 165 Conqueror Mk.II tanks were produced from 1955-59, and they were allocated to tank regiments stationed in Germany.

• 6 sprues molded in tan styrene
• 1 separate lower hull
• 1 separate upper hull
• 1 slide molded turret
• 1 Clear sprue
• 1 rubber gun mantlet cover
• 4 rubber track sections
• 2 tow cables
• 1 decal sheet
• 1 instruction… more

Blohm & Voss BV178 Jet Bomber

Published: August 3, 2015
Company: Bronco Models

This is the first aircraft kit from Bronco Models kit and it’s a Luft 46 subject and it’s a strange but great subject of a design that never made it of the drawing board. The BV 178 is the usual Blohm and Voss asymmetrical design with one Jumo 004B under one wing. I personally love this type of aircraft configuration and makes for a great looking display model.

• 5 sprues molded in grey styrene
• 1 clear sprue
• 1 decal sheet
• 1 instruction booklet

Construction

The kit makes a great quick build and has a lot of great detail in its design and manufacture.

There are few options given in the build such as landing gear in raised or lowered positions, and cockpit open or closed.

The build starts with the… more

F-101A/C Voodoo Undercarriage covers

Published: July 5, 2015
Company: Quickboost

This set replaces parts B6,B7, B44 and B45 from Kitty Hawk Kit number KH80115. The detail quality is to the normal high standard of the Quickboost products. As usual there is no flash or other imperfections. The parts, once removed from the mold base, are ready to install. The parts will make a great improvement on the kit parts, which have no fine details as these do. A great price for such fine additional details for this kit.

Thanks to Aires for providing the review sample.

F-101A/C Voodoo Antennas

Published: July 5, 2015
Company: Quickboost

This set replaces parts A8, B11 and B12 from Kitty Hawk Kit number KH80115. The detail quality is to the normal high standard of the Quickboost products. As usual there is no flash or other imperfections. The parts, once removed from the mold base, are ready to install. The parts will make a great improvement on the kit parts, which have no fine details as these do. A great price for such fine additional details for this kit.

Thanks to Aires/Quickboost for providing the review sample.

F-101A/C Voodoo Fuel Vents

Published: July 5, 2015
Company: Quickboost

This set replaces parts 28 and 30 from Kitty Hawk Kit number KH80115. The detail quality is to the normal high standard of the Quickboost products. As usual there is no flash or other imperfections. The parts, once removed from the mold base, are ready to install. The parts will make a great improvement on the kit parts, which have no fine details as these do. A great price for this kit with such fine additional details.

Thanks to Aires/Quickboost for providing the review sample.

Panzerbefehlswagen 35(t)

Published: June 26, 2015
Company: Bronco Models

This is the Bronco Models kit of the Panzerbefehlswagen 35(t) and represents command tank version of which there was approximately 20 in service.

There is also a small poster of the vehicle, the same picture as on the front cover.

Construction

The kit is complex and is not a surprise as Bronco has a reputation for over-engineering their kits, and if you normally build kits from Dragon or Tamiya, this kit will be a whole lot different. It does contain a lot of very small parts, both styrene and PE, and it will challenge any modeller's patience and skills. That said, I loved the details and amount of thought that went into the build, that are not for use. There are quite a few options during the build. I would suggest going through the instructions before… more