Auto Repair Crew

Published: December 16, 2012
Company: Master Box Ltd

With this figure kit, sculpted by A. Gagarin, Master Box has added another fine set of figures to an already impressive list. Molded in a light tan color, the semi-soft plastic is flash-free and needs only minor clean up. The set features four figures, a work table, a tire pump, and a tool pouch. Each figure has around 6-7 parts that fit nicely and is well balanced. I had the whole set… more

German Flame Thrower Tank Pz.Kpfw.III

Published: December 16, 2012
Company: Zvezda

Scaled for the ART OF TACTIC games, Zvezda has created another niche for the plastic modeler. Nine parts make up the tiny tank, ten if you add the game flag. All the parts are nicely detailed and the overall fit is pretty good. My only gripe would be the sprue connections could have been more user-friendly. I will point out that during construction I did use glue, just to tighten up the seams… more

Ford Tri-Motor

Published: October 28, 2012
Company: Revell, Inc.

History Brief

The Ford Motor Company targeted the new airline and commercial markets with an innovative, all new metal aircraft design. In-fact, it was the first all-metal aircraft and the first commercial aviation transport. Ford first designed and produced the aircraft in 1926; it was affectionately nicknamed the “Tin Goose.” Of the 199 examples built in the United States,… more

Nakajima B5N2 TYPE 97 Carrier Attack Bomber (Kate) Model 3

Published: October 7, 2012
Company: Hasegawa

History Brief

Allied code-named “Kate,” the B5N2 was a highly maneuverable aircraft for its type, powered by one Nakajima Sakae 21, a twin-row 14-cylinder 1000 hp radial engine. With a top speed of 235 mph, it had a operational range of 610 miles. A three-man crew was standard. Its armament featured one 7.7mm machine gun for rearward defense and payload capacities of either one 800kg… more

Mitsubishi A6M5a Zero Type 52 Koh Fighter-Bomber

Published: September 21, 2012
Company: Hasegawa

History Brief

The ultimate version of the Zero was the A6M5a type 52. Powered by one Mitsubishi NK1F Sakae 21, a fourteen cylinder air-cooled radial rated at 1130 hp for takeoff, 1100 hp at 9350 feet, 980 hp at 19,685 feet – amazing when compared to previous versions. The A6M5 also featured rounded non-folding wingtips, making a stronger wing for faster climbing and increased the… more

MC.200 Saetta 2a serie

Published: September 3, 2012
Company: Italeri

History Brief

The most common fighter used by the Italian Regia Aeronautica during World War 2 was the Macchi MC.200, over 1150 being built in various versions. From the Mediterranean area and North Africa to Russia, the MC.200 saw action on all the main fronts. Based on the Fiat G-50 all-metal construction design, it was powered by the A-74 RC 38, a twin row 14 cylinder air-cooled… more

German Staff Car Type 170V Cabriolet B

Published: February 3, 2020
Company: MiniArt

History Brief

The Mercedes 170V was very popular passenger car when released, and was built in both sedan (hard top) and cabriolet (convertible/soft top) forms from 1935 until 1942. Once pressed into military service, they became popular as staff cars. The factories survived WWII, then from 1949 until 1952 the Type 170V was produced once again and became instrumental as a commercial… more

P-51 Mustang Wheels, Smooth Style (Early Mustangs)

Published: August 5, 2012
Company: Ultracast

The Product

It’s packaged in a simple zip-lock poly sleeve attached to apiece of card-stock sporting a pair of maple leafs. Ultracast has managed to produce a high quality resin casting of the early style Mustang wheels. The rims have the correct spoke pattern and include the valve stem; however, the brake line connection is correct only for the left side, since the pair are from the… more

Hawker Typhoon Seat (with Sutton Harness)

Published: August 5, 2012
Company: Ultracast

The Product:

Attached to apiece of folded card-stock in a simple zip-lock poly bag, I found a pair of finely cast resin seats. The detail and quality is simply amazing. And is just what the Doctor ordered to cure the ho-hum kit seat part syndrome. The seat is correctly fitted out with the Sutton harness and backrest cushion, the rolled pan and tube seat construction is faithfully… more

Hawker Typhoon/Tempest Seats (with Mid-Late War “Q” Type Harness)

Published: August 5, 2012
Company: Ultracast

Arriving in a small zip-lock bag stapled to folded card wearing Canadian maple leafs, we find a pair of beautiful seats, complete with molded cushions and the unique “Q” type harness belts, keeping with their high standards Ultracast has produce a high quality resin castings that correctly represents a accurate seat for these two aircraft during the mid to late war time period.

The… more