Sd.Kfz.2 Kettenkrad Early Production w/ Infanteriekarren

Published: February 4, 2014
Company: Dragon Models

Dragon Models has re-released their Kettenkrad kit and bundled it with a trailer called an Infanteriekarren (or ‘Infantry Vehicle’). Originally produced back in 2001, this new boxing comes with a small sheet of photo-etch in addition to the trailer.

The boxtop image, instructions and contents represent the later production version with the solid armored sides, even though Dragon calls… more

Military Miniatures in Review No.59

Published: January 7, 2014
Company: Ampersand Publishing

Military Miniatures in Review (MMIR) is one of only about a half-dozen high-end armor-based magazines, and my favorite go-to source for finishing and weathering armor models and figures. Regular publication has been spotty in the past; otherwise I would have sprung for a subscription long ago. That said, I try to pick up every new issue, and those that I miss I can purchase (at a… more

Tents, Tarps and Sherman Deck Equipment

Published: September 11, 2021
Company: Value Gear

• Tents & Tarps Set #5, VG-005, $11.50
• Tents & Tarps Set #11, VG-011, $11.50
• Sherman Engine Deck Set #4, SH-004, $15.00… more

JagdPanzer IV L70 (A) Final Production - Smart Kit

Published: December 13, 2013
Company: Dragon Models

Dragon Models has released their (fourth? fifth?) incarnation of the German JagdPanzer IV L70 (A) self-propelled tank destroyer in 1/35th scale.

The Jagdpanzer IV (Sd.Kfz. 162) was based on the Panzer IV chassis built in three main variants. As one of the casemate-style turret-less Jagdpanzer ("hunting tank") designs, it was developed against the wishes of Heinz Guderian, the inspector… more

Eager Beaver 2.5 Ton Truck

Published: October 22, 2013
Company: Monogram

Revell / Monogram has re-released their vintage “Eager Beaver” M-34 6x6 2.5 ton truck, the first of a long-lived family of trucks initially deployed by the United States Army, and subsequently utilized by many nations around the world. The M-34 started out in 1949 as a design by the REO Motor Car Company as a 2 1/2 ton, three-axle, all-wheel drive, off-road truck that was later nicknamed the "… more

15cm Sturminfanteriegeschutz 33

Published: October 13, 2013
Company: Dragon Models

Dragon Models has released their third incarnation of the German Sturminfanteriegeschutz 33 self-propelled heavy infantry gun in 1/35th scale. Based on the venerable Sturmgeschütz III chassis, this version of the sIG 33 mounted the improved 15cm infantry gun, offset to the right side, for which 30 rounds were carried. Fielded in 1942, the sIG 33 saw service on the Eastern front, notably in the… more

Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. H Mid-Production, ‘39-‘45 Series with Zimmerit

Published: July 9, 2013
Company: Dragon Models

Dragon Models offers a complete lineup of the Pz.Kpfw. IV family tree in 1/35 scale. Following on the footsteps of their (Late Production) H released four years ago, their new (Mid Production) H represents a specific vehicle in the 12th Panzer Hitlerjugend Division, fighting in the defense of Caen, June, 1944.

Like the earlier release, the Mid-Production H comes with molded-on Zimmerit… more

Sd.Kfz. 234/4 Panzerspähwagen, ’39 – ’45 Series

Published: July 4, 2013
Company: Dragon Models

Dragon Models has released an updated version of their original (excellent) Sd.Kfz. 234/4 armored, anti-tank wheeled vehicle produced five years ago (#6221). This update replaces the eight large wheels and spare with newly engineered sandwich-style wheels that are magnificent. Each highly visible wheel is made up of eight thin disks that are assembled to produce accurate and stunning tread,… more

Tiran 5 Israeli Tank

Published: April 25, 2013
Company: Tamiya

Summary

Tamiya has enhanced their venerable T-55A Main Battle Tank kit yet again with all the parts needed to convert it into an Israeli Tiran 5, which is not surprising when you consider the mileage they got out of the same kit last year when they released the T-55 Iraqi “Enigma”. One thing is for sure – the kit these new versions are based on is one of the finest armor models ever… more

Styrene Sheets 0.4mm

Published: April 25, 2013
Company: Plusmodel

Plusmodel from Czechoslovakia continues to add to its list of quality aftermarket and modeling supply products, this time with a package of two 0.4mm styrene sheets. The bright white sheets of plastic measure 110x190mm (about 7.5 by 4 inches – the size of a small notepad) and the 0.4mm thickness converts to about 16 thousandths of an inch (0.016).

The cards are a handy size and cut/… more