Academy Sea Harrier FRS.1 - Royal Navy (1:144)

Sea Harrier FRS.1 - Royal Navy British Royal Navy Sea Harrier FRS.1 V/STOL Strike Fighter. The British Aerospace Sea Harrier FRS.1 (Fighter, Reconnaissance, Strike, Mk 1) entered service with the Fleet Air Arm in 1978 as a unique solution to providing fighter cover from light aircraft carriers. Unlike conventional naval aircraft, the Sea Harrier used vectored-thrust nozzles to achieve short take-offs and vertical landings, removing the need for catapults or arrestor wires. The type’s finest hour came during the Falklands War of 1982. Armed with AIM-9L Sidewinders and equipped with Blue Fox radar for target detection, twenty-eight Sea Harriers from 800, 801, and reformed 809 Naval Air Squadrons deployed on HMS Hermes and HMS Invincible, supported by ten Harrier GR.3s from RAF No. 1 (F) Squadron, provided the UK’s only fleet air defence. Despite early doubts about their limited radar and modest speed, the Sea Harriers proved decisive, achieving twenty confirmed air-to-air kills against Argentine fighters and attack aircraft, without loss in aerial combat. They also flew hundreds of sorties on strike and patrol duties, often in harsh weather and at the limits of their endurance. The Sea Harrier’s effectiveness in the South Atlantic silenced critics and earned it a reputation as one of the most effective and adaptable naval fighters of its era. Its performance was a decisive factor in securing British victory, and the FRS.1 remains forever associated with the Falklands campaign. Reissued Minicraft kit. 2 sprues plus clear parts. Choice of 2 markings: (1) Sea Harrier FRS.1 XZ451, 801 NAS, HMS Invincible, Falklands Conflict 1982; (2) Sea Harrier FRS.1 XZ457, 800 NAS, HMS Hermes, Falklands Conflict 1982. 1:144 scale plastic model kit from Academy, requires paint and glue.

Revell Handley Page Halifax B Mk.III "Friday The 13th" LV907 (1:72)

Handley Page Halifax B Mk.III  Model makers have waited a long time, now the moment has come: For the first time since 2015, Revell is releasing the Handley Page Halifax B Mk.III. This kit is considered to be the only modern tool of this famous British bomber on the current market. With an impressive wingspan of almost 44 cm in a scale of 1:72, this model is a real heavyweight. It offers a level of detail and fit that befits the historical significance of this Royal Air Force workhorse. Along with the famous Lancaster, the Handley Page Halifax was the Royal Air Force's most important heavy bomber in World War II. Over 6,000 examples were built. The Mk.III version featured the more powerful Bristol Hercules radial engines, giving it better performance and higher chances of survival. It was the backbone of Bomber Command and made a decisive contribution to the Allied air offensive. The kit contains two new, high-quality decal versions for a British (RAF) and an Australian (RAAF) aircraft. The RAF Example is LV907 "Friday The 13th" as "Preserved" at the Yorkshire Air Museum at Elvington! With 257 parts and level 5, this bomber is a wonderful challenge for experienced modelers aged 13 and over. - 1:72 Scale

Tamiya Morris Mini Cooper Racing (1:24)

Morris Mini Cooper Racing Introduced in 1959, the Morris Mini rewrote the rules for small cars, pairing a brilliantly compact body with an impressively spacious interior. Then came the Mini Cooper: tuned by Formula One legend John Cooper and ready to turn everyday agility into track-ready excitement. Its 1,275 cc 4-cylinder engine with twin carburetors delivered 75 hp and a top speed of 155 km/h, while front disc brakes and revised suspension helped make every corner count. In the 1960s, the Mini Cooper became a racing favorite, using its nimble handling and unmistakable go-kart spirit to claim countless victories and class titles in series including the British Saloon Car Championship and the European Touring Car Championship. This 1/24 scale plastic model assembly kit celebrates the Morris Mini Cooper Racing with compact confidence and competition attitude. Length: 129 mm, width: 66 mm, height: 56 mm.  ★The purposeful racing form, including overfenders and bonnet catches, is captured with dynamic MINI flair.  ★The model features detailed depictions of the 4-cylinder engine and auxiliary equipment.  ★The interior includes the dashboard, door pockets and roll bar.  ★8-spoke Cooper wheels are paired with solid synthetic rubber tires.  ★Decals are included for car numbers, body-side stripes and more. - Plastic Kit Requires Glue & Paints to Complete - 1:24 Scale

Italeri OA-4M Skyhawk (1:72)

OA-4M Skyhawk The Douglas A-4 Skyhawk was developed in the 1950s and became one of the most famous and widely used light attack aircraft in the history of aviation. It was characterized by a simple design, with low-mounted delta wings and small side air intakes, yet it was extremely functional for operational use. Derived as an evolution of the original layout, the OA-4M Skyhawk is a two-seat light attack and advanced training version designed to meet the operational needs of the United States Marine Corps. Developed by McDonnell Douglas in the 1970s, the OA-4M was created to operate alongside single-seat variants in tactical support, reconnaissance, and pilot operational training missions. Significantly upgraded in avionics compared to previous versions, the OA-4M was capable of employing a broader and more advanced variety of weapon systems. - 1:72 Scale

Italeri Messerschmitt Me 323 Gigant (1:72)

Messerschmitt Me 323 Gigant  The Me-323 “Gigant” was one of the largest transport aircraft built during the Second World War. It was developed to meet the specific requirement of the Luftwaffe, following the extension of supply lines, to transport troops and materials over long distances. Initially developed from a glider, it was equipped with six radial engines mounted on the wing leading edge, capable of providing sufficient power for fully loaded flight operations. The enormous fuselage was able to carry troops—more than 120 men—supplies, artillery pieces, and light vehicles. Its great transport capacity compromised its maximum speed, which only slightly exceeded 240 km/h. It was employed on the North African and Tunisian fronts to supply the Afrika Korps from bases in Sicily, as well as on the Russian front. It is considered a milestone in transport aircraft history. - 1:72 Scale

Tamiya Yamaha RZV500R (1:12)

Yamaha RZV500R Tamiya welcomes an updated re-issue of Item 14037 1/12 Yamaha RZV500R (sold in 2011 last time) with a newly added B5-size double-sided pamphlet with colour photos of the full-size bike for painting reference and updated instruction manuals. The Yamaha RZV500R was announced at the Tokyo Motor Show 1983 with specs that basically made it equivalent to the road racer YZR500. Inheriting its lightweight, compact design from the YZR, the RZV featured a 500cc 2-stroke water-cooled V4 engine capable of 64hp and 230km/h top speed, which provided performance on the level of a litre-class motorcycle. The RZV500R opened up a new era of 2-stroke sports bikes and was invested with Yamaha’s significant know-how of both 2-stroke engines and racing. Features: This is a 1/12 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 172mm, width: 56mm, height: 97mm Includes a newly added B5-size double-sided pamphlet with colour photos for painting reference Comes with an updated 4-language instruction manual and cover story (previously only 2-language) Features realistic depictions of details such as a 500cc 2-stroke water-cooled V4 engine, SU carburettors, air cleaner and chambers The Yamaha Monocross suspension at rear is authentically depicted with a metal spring 1.6mm screw heads are changed to + shape, so small screwdriver is included Comes with solid depictions of 16-inch front and 18-inch rear tyres High-quality Cartograf decals are included

Pantasy Retro Gumball Machine - 936 pcs

Retro Gumball Machine - 936 pcs This is a self-build brick model of a traditional gumball machine. It includes twelve miniature brick models that fit inside the capsules. If you insert a coin into the slot and then turn the knob, a capsule will fall out of the dispenser. It is sure to look great on display in your home or office. Features: Detailed replica of a traditional gumball machine Insert a coin and turn the knob to collect a capsule The capsules can be opened up Twelve mini models are included to put in the capsules Packed full of interesting details Number of pieces: 936 pieces Suitable for ages 6+ years Model dimensions: 16cm length, 17cm width, 36cm height Box dimensions: 34cm length, 24cm width, 14cm height

Pantasy Retro Tape Cassette Player - 569 pcs

Retro Tape Cassette Player - 569 pcs This is a self-build brick model of a traditional tape cassette player from the 1980s, complete with plug-in headphones and two tapes. The exterior of the player is finished with a spray paint style metallic blue colour to recreate the authentic sheen of a real cassette player. The headphones can be plugged into two different headphone slots, while the side button can be pressed to open up the tape deck. A display stand is also included for the headphones to be stored raised off the table, plus a stand for one of the tapes. Unfortunately it will not actually play any of your classic 80s tunes, but it is sure to look great on display in your home or office. Features: Detailed replica of a typical 1980s portable tape player Includes model headphones and two tapes Player can be opened and a tape inserted/removed Packed full of interesting details Does not actually play 1980s bangers Number of pieces: 569 pieces Suitable for ages 6+ years Model dimensions (length, width, height) Cassette player: 10cm x 3.5cm x 15cm Tape with stand: 10cm x 7.5cm x 6.5cm Headphones with stand: 18cm x 7.5cm x 22.2cm Box dimensions: 24cm length, 24cm width, 8cm height

Tamiya Honda CB1000F (1:12)

Honda CB1000F (1:12) Description: Tamiya is proud to announce the release of the Honda CB1000F as a new addition to our 1/12 Motorcycle Series. Honda’s CB series of road sport bikes has a long and proud history of innovation; it started with the 1959 Benly CB92 Super Sports and includes machines such as the genre-defining 1969 CB750 FOUR and its inline four engine, the DOHC 4-valve engine CB750F/900F developed for the European market, and the race-focused 1981 CB1100R. Fast forward to March 2025 and Honda announced that its existing flagship CB1300SF would be passing on the torch to the CB1000F Concept. Shortly after, in November of that year it went on sale as the CB1000F. The CB1000F’s “Best Balance Roadster” design concept demanded that it be at home in a variety of scenes from everyday use to touring.  It inherits and updates the iconic “Flowing Line” styling popularised on its CB750F/900F predecessors, the shape flowing smoothly from the tank right back to the rear cowl, via the side covers to give the bike its powerful and speedy silhouette. The round LED headlight catches the eye with its modern yet traditional design encircled by a ring-shaped light and featuring a plated rim and central section inscribed with the HONDA logo. At the rear, the seat’s surface pattern is inspired by the CB750F, and the eye is drawn to design cues like the large taillight and the muffler that dominates the right side of the bike. Some say the CB designation stands for the C in “motor cycle” and the B in “clubman,” but it could be argued that this new iteration has a C for “creative” and a B for “benchmark.” Either way, it promises hours of stress-free riding for all: another icon in a series full of them.   About the Model: This is a 1/12 scale model assembly kit. Length: 178mm, height: 73mm, height: 109mm The form and flowing lines of the Honda CB1000F are captured in style Main components such as engine, front and rear suspension, muffler and stand are attached to the frame by screws The actual bike’s metal-plated sections such as muffler, headlight, front fork inner tubes and side mirror surfaces are depicted by metal-plated parts A clear red part is included to capture the distinctive taillight, and clear parts to recreate the ring around the headlight and its surface part, LCD display, and front windshield Features realistic depictions of the liquid-cooled inline-4 engine and radiator hoses featuring mesh patterns (it is about 25 years since we released a kit depicting an uncowled engine) One-piece part authentically recreates fuel tank and front fender together to limit parting lines Chain is split into right and left halves, and finely recreates roller sections Brake disc parts have minute holes, and outer and inner discs are separate parts for easier painting Includes a metal rear damper spring, and vinyl tubing for pipes such as clutch wiring and brake hose Dedicated front and rear synthetic rubber tyres have realistic depictions of tread patterns, and the seat has authentic renderings of leather patterns Comes with masking stickers to use for metre and fuel tank cap Choose whether to use the headlight cowl, which is optional on both the full-size bike and this model  

Airfix Westland Sea King HC 4 (1:72)

Westland Sea King HC 4 This detailed 1:72 scale replica of the Westland Sea King HC.4 'Commando' includes 133 plastic components, providing an engaging project for intermediate modellers. Tailored for amphibious missions and tactical troop deployment, this variant omits the side floats of earlier Sea King models, making it perfect for land operations while maintaining folding rotors and tail for naval use. Key Features: 1:72 scale model with 133 plastic parts Skill level 2 - suitable for modellers aged 8 and above Two authentic paint schemes included Folding rotors and tail mechanism can be modelled Detailed cockpit and troop compartment interior Option to display radar-warning and infrared jamming devices Decals for Falklands, Gulf and Afghanistan operational service History: The 'Commando' variant of the Sea King was specifically designed for amphibious warfare and tactical troop deployment. Initially suggested as a tactical transport for the Egyptian Air Force, it did not require the amphibious features of previous Sea Kings, leading to the removal of side floats. Featuring folding rotors and tail, the Commando was introduced into the Royal Navy as the Sea King HC.4. It was later equipped with radar-warning and infrared jamming systems and could release M130/M147 flares as countermeasures. In addition to transporting troops, it could carry underslung loads up to 2.5 tonnes. With an extended range and capacity to carry 28 troops, it was perfect for amphibious transport duties. The HC.4 was actively used in conflicts in the Falklands, Balkans, Gulf, Lebanon, and Afghanistan. It frequently undertook missions to evacuate injured personnel and refugees, as well as supporting and preparing for ground operations. It was scheduled for retirement from UK Forces service in March 2016. The Westland Sea King is a product of Leonardo UK Ltd and all rights in it, including its name, are hereby reserved. The models have been produced with the permission and assistance of Leonardo MW Ltd.

Revell Aston Martin DB5 'Goldfinger' CLICK SYSTEM (1:24)

Aston Martin DB5 'Goldfinger' CLICK SYSTEM (1:24) -Innovative click system: No glue required – easy to put together for stable results -Requires cutting from sprue and filling also needed. -True-to-original model from the classic film “Goldfinger” -Extras such as bulletproof armored bulkheads, machine guns and interchangeable license plates can be recreated -Rotating wheels for authentic fun -Can be customized with stickers or decals -Promotes creativity & concentration: Ideal for young model building fans -Step-by-step construction instructions -1:24 scale Background information: The Aston Martin DB5 is considered the most famous film car in the world - and not without reason. In “Goldfinger” (1964), the elegant vehicle first appeared as James Bond’s company car and set a new benchmark for agent technology in the cinema with its sophisticated gadgets. Since then, the DB5 has been closely linked to the 007 mythos and appeared in numerous other Bond films. Its design stands for British elegance, its features for pure action. With this model you can bring a piece of film history straight home - to touch and experience.

Revell RMS Titanic CLICK SYSTEM (1:600)

RMS Titanic CLICK SYSTEM (1:600)   -Innovative click system: No glue required – easy to put together for stable results, requires cutting from sprue with a small amount of filling also needed.    -Multicolored components: Precisely crafted, no painting required -Structured Details: Hull with planking, decks with wooden plank look -Stickers & Decals: For realistic and creative design -Promotes creativity & concentration: Ideal for young model building fans - 1:600 scale history: The R.M.S. Titanic was the largest and most luxurious passenger ship of her time. Launched on April 10, 1912, she was considered unsinkable - until she collided with an iceberg on the night of April 14th and 15th and sank tragically. The Titanic myth still fascinates millions of people worldwide today. With this model you not only bring home a piece of technical history, but you become part of history yourself - when building, understanding and designing.

Airfix Vintage Classics: Prinz Eugen German heavy cruiser (1:600)

Vintage Classics: Prinz Eugen German heavy cruiser  This detailed 1:600 scale naval ship kit allows you to recreate the German heavy cruiser Prinz Eugen, featuring 151 plastic components and offering two genuine paint schemes. Designed for modellers aged 8 and up with a skill level of 3, this kit provides an engaging project of one of the Kriegsmarine's distinguished warships. Key Features: 1:600 scale model with 151 plastic components Skill level 3 - intermediate build complexity Two genuine paint schemes included Suitable for ages 8 years and above Part of the Battle of Bismarck collection Second World War German heavy cruiser History: Prinz Eugen was sent into the North Atlantic alongside the Bismarck to target convoys heading to Great Britain. During the Denmark Strait battle, she inflicted damage on both HMS Hood (later sunk by Bismarck) and HMS Prince of Wales, before making her way to Brest in occupied France. The heavy cruiser Prinz Eugen was named after Prince Eugene of Savoy, an 18th-century Austrian general. As part of the Admiral Hipper-class heavy cruisers, she was a formidable ship equipped with eight 20.3cm guns in four twin turrets, twelve 10.5cm anti-aircraft guns, and twelve 53.3cm torpedo tubes. Commissioned in August 1940, Prinz Eugen became one of the Kriegsmarine's most effective surface raiders. Her most notable action occurred in May 1941 when she joined Bismarck on Operation Rheinübung, aimed at disrupting Allied convoy routes in the Atlantic. During the subsequent encounter in the Denmark Strait, Prinz Eugen's precise gunnery played a role in the devastating attack on HMS Hood, while her shells also hit HMS Prince of Wales. After the battle, she managed to evade British forces and reached the safety of Brest, while Bismarck continued alone to her tragic end. Following repairs and further missions in the Atlantic and Baltic, Prinz Eugen survived the war, surrendered to the Allies in Copenhagen in May 1945, and was later given to the United States Navy as a war prize. She was used in the Operation Crossroads atomic bomb tests at Bikini Atoll in July 1946, surviving both explosions before eventually capsizing in December 1946, where her wreck remains today.

Airfix Vintage Classics: Crash Recovery Set (Queen Mary + Crane)(1:76)

Crash Recovery Set (Queen Mary + crane) Vintage Classics  This 1:76 scale Crash Recovery Set vividly depicts the essential support vehicles that were crucial to RAF operations in the 1940s and 50s. The 147-piece plastic kit features a Bedford Ox tractor with a Queen Mary Trailer and a Thornycroft Amazon equipped with a crane, offering an ideal base for crafting detailed diorama scenes of aircraft recovery and maintenance. Designed for modellers aged 8 and up, this Skill Level 3 kit includes two unique paint schemes and provides endless possibilities for creative scene construction. Key Features: Bedford Ox tractor unit with Queen Mary Trailer designed for moving aircraft fuselages and large components Thornycroft Amazon recovery vehicle with crane for lifting tasks 147 intricately moulded plastic parts reflecting authentic historical details Two paint schemes provided to depict various wartime airfield units Skill Level 3 kit appropriate for modellers aged 8 years and older 1:76 scale - perfect for building dioramas alongside Airfix aircraft model kits Ideal starting point for recreating bustling wartime Maintenance Unit scenes History: The numerous wartime airfields and Maintenance Units spread across the UK were bustling hubs of activity during the 1940s and 50s, capturing the imagination of modellers since the hobby's inception. Recreating these scenes as scale model dioramas has been a cherished activity for years, with this classic Recovery Set offering abundant inspiration for creative modellers. The Bedford Ox was among the most adaptable and dependable vehicles in British military service during World War II. Coupled with the Queen Mary Trailer, named for its considerable size and prestigious cargo, it served as the primary means of transporting dismantled or damaged aircraft between airfields and maintenance sites. The Thornycroft Amazon, with its sturdy crane, was equally vital for lifting tasks, moving engines, and handling significant airframe components during recovery and repair operations. These vehicles were the backbone of RAF ground support, working tirelessly to maintain the operational status of Britain's fighter and bomber squadrons. Whether recovering crashed aircraft from rural areas, transporting newly assembled machines to active squadrons, or moving damaged airframes to Maintenance Units for rebuilding, these recovery teams played a crucial yet often overlooked role in sustaining the RAF's operational capabilities throughout the war and into the post-war era. This classic Airfix set encapsulates the essence of these dynamic airfield scenes, allowing modellers to recreate scenarios such as a dismantled Spitfire or a Vickers Wellington fuselage being transported for repair.

Airfix Vintage Classics: Roman Fort & figures set (1:76)

Vintage Classics: Roman Fort & figures set  Part of the Vintage Classics collection, this Roman Fort and Figurines Set offers a delightful diorama experience at your workbench in a remarkable 1:76 scale. Comprising 119 intricately crafted plastic pieces, this Skill Level 1 kit is ideal for modellers aged 8 and up, providing an engaging yet straightforward assembly that replicates the fortifications that once safeguarded Roman Britain. Key Features: 119 plastic components to construct a detailed Roman fort and figurines 1:76 scale diorama set ideal for depicting scenes from Roman Britain Skill Level 1 assembly suitable for ages 8 and older Part of the Vintage Classics collection Includes fort structures and historical figurines History: Though initially viewed as invaders, the Romans significantly impacted Britain and its lifestyle, introducing law and order, infrastructure, currency, and taxation to a land that, while not as uncivilised as portrayed, gained from increased organisation and structure. Aside from the weather, the Romans appreciated Britain, transforming it into a smaller version of Rome. Before their departure, their network of forts shielded Britain from a series of overseas invaders. They left behind a legacy that continues to benefit Britain today, alongside over 400 years of captivating history.

Airfix Alvis Saracen Mk.5 (1:35)

Alvis Saracen Mk.5 This 1:35 scale model of the Alvis FV603 Saracen Mk.5 is an impressive kit comprising 219 pieces, offering modellers at skill level 3 a challenging and rewarding project with ample scope for detailed customisation. Crafted by the renowned Alvis Company of Coventry, the Saracen armoured personnel carrier was prioritised for production in the late 1940s due to the urgent situation in Malaya. With a crew of two, the FV603 could accommodate ten soldiers in its rear section, with the commander and wireless operator sitting behind the driver, facing forward, while eight soldiers sat opposite each other in two rows along the armoured sides. Key Features: 1:35 scale model with 219 plastic pieces Skill level 3 build suitable for ages 8 and above Three authentic paint schemes representing Cold War era service Highly detailed armoured personnel carrier design Opportunity to add extensive detail throughout the build History: The Alvis Company of Coventry was known for producing prestigious cars in the 1930s, so when they started manufacturing an Armoured Personnel Carrier for the British Army in the late 1940s, it was expected to be both capable and of high quality. Originally planning to produce the Saladin armoured car, the urgent situation in Malaya shifted focus to the FV603 Saracen armoured personnel carrier. Renowned for its excellent off-road capabilities, the Saracen is often associated with images of it patrolling urban areas worldwide, rather than engaging in traditional battlefield scenarios.

Airfix Westland Lysander Mk.III Special Duties (1:48)

Westland Lysander Mk.III Special Duties (1:48) Product Info: This remarkable 1:48 scale model kit of the Westland Lysander Mk.III Special Duties aircraft consists of 197 parts and provides an accurate depiction of one of the RAF's most audacious aircraft used in secret operations. Ideal for modellers aged 8 and up with intermediate skills, this kit replicates the unique alterations made to about 40 Lysander communication planes in 1941 for covert missions aiding the French Resistance. Key Features: -197 piece model kit at 1:48 scale with 316mm wingspan -Skill level 3 - suitable for intermediate modellers aged 8 years and above -Three authentic paint schemes included -Precise depiction of Special Duties modifications including external fuel tank and access ladder -World War Two era RAF aircraft -Detailed features including modified gunner's compartment with rear-sliding canopy -Represents unarmed variant configured for secret agent transport operations History: In 1941, the RAF set a requirement for the modification of around 40 Westland Lysander communication aircraft to undertake a new secretive role, termed 'Special Duties'. The aircraft were stripped of defensive weaponry and had their range extended by installing a larger internal oil tank and an external 150-gallon fuel tank beneath the fuselage. The gunner's section was altered with the addition of a rear-sliding single-piece canopy, allowing space for up to three individuals. A sturdy ladder was attached to the port-side fuselage, enabling swift boarding and disembarking for passengers during their new 'Spy Taxi' missions. Flying under the cover of night and with the assistance of the French Resistance, specialised crews courageously piloted these unarmed planes across the English Channel, transporting agents at significant personal risk to all involved. These operations were vital to the eventual success of the Second World War.  

Airfix Sepecat Jaguar T.2/T.4 (1:48)

Sepecat Jaguar T.2/T.4 (1:48) Product Info: This intricately crafted 1:48 scale model kit showcases the SEPECAT Jaguar T.2 & T.4, the visually striking two-seat training and conversion version of this notable Cold War strike aircraft. Comprising 245 components and featuring a wingspan of 181mm, this Skill Level 4 kit embodies the visual charm of the tandem cockpit design, which made the training Jaguar one of the most aesthetically pleasing aircraft of the Royal Air Force during its time. Offering three distinct paint options, this plastic kit enables you to recreate these proficient training aircraft, which originated from an Anglo-French initiative aimed at developing an advanced jet trainer, eventually evolving into a formidable strike platform with some models adapted for pilot training and conversion purposes. Key Features: -Intricate 1:48 scale model with 245 plastic components -Wingspan of 181mm highlighting the graceful lines of the two-seat Jaguar -Skill Level 4 kit designed for skilled modellers -Includes three genuine paint options -Accurately replicates the tandem cockpit design -Suitable for ages 8 and up -Depicts both T.2 and T.4 training versions History: The SEPECAT Jaguar began as a collaborative Anglo-French endeavor to create an advanced jet training aircraft for both countries. Over time, the Jaguar transformed into a highly effective strike aircraft, with certain models further developed for pilot training and conversion duties. Renowned for its appealing design, the tandem cockpit of the two-seat Jaguars enhanced their aesthetic allure, with many enthusiasts considering the training variant of the Jaguar to be among the most attractive Royal Air Force aircraft from the Cold War period.   BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.

Airfix Bristol Blenheim Mk.1F (1:48)

Bristol Blenheim Mk.1F  This detailed 1:48 scale model kit comprises 216 parts and provides an accurate depiction of this significant RAF light bomber and night-fighter. Enthusiasts can construct one of the 200 Blenheims adapted with unique ventral gun packs, containing four forward-firing 0.303 machine guns, turning these planes into effective long-range fighter versions. Key Features: 1:48 scale model kit with 216 parts Skill level 2 - suitable for ages 8 and above 370mm wingspan when assembled Option of three genuine paint schemes Detailed ventral gun pack with four forward-firing machine guns Precisely moulded plastic parts capture the iconic Blenheim silhouette History: When global conflict began in September 1939, the Royal Air Force had more Bristol Blenheims in service than any other aircraft type, and they played a major role in the intense air battles. Primarily used as light bombers, approximately 200 Blenheims were converted into long-range fighter/night-fighters, fitted with ventral packs on their undersides, each containing four forward-firing 0.303 machine guns. The production of these custom components, along with their mounting frames, was outsourced to Southern Railway's workshops at their Ashford location in Kent, highlighting the cooperative industrial effort that defined Britain's wartime aircraft production. These modified Blenheim Mk.IF fighters performed admirably in the early war years, filling the gap until specialised night-fighters were available. The Bristol Blenheim marked a significant leap in RAF capabilities upon its introduction in 1937, being faster than the biplane fighters of the time. Although quickly surpassed by rapid wartime advancements in aircraft design, the Blenheim's adaptability ensured its continued frontline service during the early war years, operating in nearly every theatre from Britain to North Africa and the Far East. BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.

Airfix Twin pack Typhoon FGR.4 (FMOG) & Hawker Typhoon (1:72)

Twin pack Typhoon FGR.4 (FMOG) & Hawker Typhoon (1:72) Product Info: This remarkable dual set combines two legendary RAF aircraft models in 1:72 scale, featuring the contemporary Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 'Moggy' alongside the historic Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib that inspired its eye-catching D-Day tribute design. Comprising 117 parts and rated at skill level 2, this dual set is ideal for modellers aged 8 and older, enabling you to recreate both the original 1944 camouflage of No.257 (Burma) Squadron and the stunning 2024 homage on the RAF Display Team's aircraft. Key Features: -Twin pack includes both Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 'Moggy' and Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib in 1:72 scale -117 pieces with skill level 2 build, perfect for modellers aged 8 years and above -Authentic schemes celebrating the 80th anniversary of D-Day -Eurofighter Typhoon features distinctive black and white D-Day identification markings -Wingspan of 153mm on completed Eurofighter model -Recreate the historic 1944 No.257 (Burma) Squadron camouflage scheme -Decals for ZJ913, the RAF Typhoon Display Team aircraft from the 2024 season History: As the nation prepared for the 80th anniversary of D-Day in summer 2024, aviation fans across Britain frequently checked the Royal Air Force Typhoon Display Team's social media for any exciting updates. Indeed, on a rainy Monday in May, the doors of a hardened aircraft shelter (HAS) at RAF Coningsby opened to unveil a stunning Eurofighter Typhoon adorned in 1944 camouflage and identification markings. The striking design on Typhoon FGR.4 ZJ913 was inspired by the RAF No.257 (Burma) Squadron Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib, piloted by Officer Denzil Jenkins during the D-Day landings on 6th June 1944, featuring the iconic black and white identification stripes that were a hallmark of Allied aircraft over Normandy on D-Day. This was a brilliant move by the RAF PR team, and this aircraft captivated millions during the subsequent airshow season, at commemorative events in both the UK and France, and during a successful Canadian tour. Fans quickly gave this unique aircraft a nickname, and from that initial day at Coningsby, she was known as 'Moggy', a clever nod to the squadron codes she bore, using the roundel as an O. Unfortunately, this appealing aircraft only served as the RAF display Typhoon for one season, but it will be fondly remembered as one of the most beloved RAF aircraft of the post-war period. 'Moggy' can now be a standout piece on your workbench, alongside the aircraft that inspired her design, with both model kits beautifully capturing this extraordinary link between past and present. BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.

Airfix Twin pack Typhoon FGR.4 (Blackjack) & Tucano T.1 (1:72)

Twin pack Typhoon FGR.4 (Blackjack) & Tucano T.1 (Linton)(1:72) Product Info: This 1:72 scale twin pack features two of the RAF's most iconic display aircraft: the Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 'Blackjack' and the Shorts Tucano T.1. Both models showcase bold all-black Aggressor designs with union flag inspired markings and RAF roundels on their tails. Comprising 91 pieces across both kits and rated at skill level 2, this set is perfect for modellers looking to enhance their skills. Key Features: -Twin pack including both Typhoon FGR.4 'Blackjack' and Shorts Tucano T.1 display aircraft -Both aircraft sport unique black schemes with red, white, and blue accents -91 pieces in total across both models -Skill level 2 - suitable for advancing modellers -1:72 scale models appropriate for ages 8 and up -Includes two genuine RAF display aircraft schemes History: Among the specially decorated RAF Typhoon FGR.4 display aircraft over the last decade, ZJ914 was the most enduring on the UK airshow scene and the most patriotic in design. Dressed in a sleek all-black Aggressor scheme, it also featured union flag inspired markings and an RAF roundel on each side of its tail. Regardless of the weather, when this aircraft performed with afterburners lit, it was a spectacle to witness. This scheme was reminiscent of the one used by the RAF Shorts Tucano T.1 display in 2008, which also had a black airframe with red, white, and blue accents to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the Royal Air Force. Two Tucanos were adorned in this style: ZF210 and ZE338, with one acting as a backup should the primary display aircraft be unavailable. The Tucano served as the RAF's basic training aircraft for three decades until its retirement in 2019. Continuing a now well-loved tradition, Typhoon ZJ914 was affectionately nicknamed 'Blackjack' by enthusiasts. The aircraft sported this admired scheme for three complete display seasons and even during the early months of preparation for the 2024 airshow season. Is it any surprise that 'Blackjack' became one of the most beloved aircraft to represent the Royal Air Force in the 21st century? 'Blackjack' and the aircraft that inspired its appearance are now both available to construct in 1:72 scale - an excellent project for modellers beginning to gain confidence in this hobby. BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.

Airfix Bristol Bulldog Mk.IIA (1:48)

Bristol Bulldog Mk.IIA This Bristol Bulldog Mk.IIA is a secret release that will inspire aviation model-makers. This legendary aircraft has three scheme options to choose from, so you can decorate your 1:48 scale model kit in a variety of ways. 3 Scheme Options: A: No.23 Squadron, Royal Air Force Kenley, England, 1931. B: 'C' Flight Commander, No.3 Squadron, Royal Air Force, Abyssinian Crisis, East Africa, 1935. C: No.32 Squadron, Royal Air Force Kenley, England, 1935. - Plastic Kit Requires Glue & Paint to Complete - Skill Level 3 - 138 Pieces - 1:48 Scale

Tamiya German Tank Crew Set (1:35)

German Tank Crew Set Boosting your Diorama ★This highly-versatile and realistic set will make a great companion for models of German WWII armored cars, and AFVs from the Pz.Kpfw. II to the King Tiger.  ★Four full-body figures depict two men studying a map, a soldier peering through binoculars, and an officer looking ahead.  ★Four torso figures include an officer for fitting in a cupola, a commander giving the signal, plus driver and crew figures.  ★Figures capture tank crew in a variety of realistic poses, with an intuitive parts breakdown ensuring superb detail.  ★The jacket depicted in the set was used throughout WWII.  ★A choice of headgear - officer's school cap or side cap - is included for officer figures.  ★Detailed accessories such as binoculars and holsters give a truly authentic finish.  ★Comes with decals depicting various rank insignia and medals. About the Uniform Tank crew in the Wehrmacht's armored units were provided with a black double-breasted jacket and pants, with a gray shirt. The right breast was adorned with the national eagle emblem, while shoulder and collar insignia had a pink border. Front buttons were hidden to help minimize the chance of them catching on something in the cramped tank interior that the crew called home. - Plastic Kit Requires Glue & Paint to Complete - 1:35 Scale

Airfix WWII RAF 15-cwt 4 x 2 G.S. Truck (1:48)

WWII RAF 15-cwt 4 x 2 G.S. Truck With the nickname “pneumonia wagon” due to its collapsible windscreen, the Bedford MWD truck was used throughout the Second World War by the RAF. Seen here with both early and late war options, this vehicle that transported the RAF ground crew was considered to be just as important as the aircraft they flew and maintained. - Plastic Kit Requires Glue & Paint to Complete - 95 Pieces - 2 Scheme Options - Skill Level 2 - 1:48 Scale

Airfix Alvis FV622 Stalwart Mk.2 (1:35)

Alvis FV622 Stalwart Mk.2 Build this impressive Alvis FV622 Stalwart Mk.2 in 1:35 scale and you'll be able to appreciate the incredible performance of the original amphibious truck. With 211 pieces and three scheme options to choose from, this kit guarantees many happy hours at your workbench and is best for more experienced modellers. - Plastic Kit Requires Glue & Paint to Complete - 211 Pieces - 3 Scheme Options - Skill Level 3 - 1:35 Scale

Airfix Handley Page Victor K.2/SR.2 (1:72)

Handley Page Victor K.2/SR.2 The Handley Page (HP) Victor was a jet-powered, strategic bomber which, alongside the other ‘V’ bombers, the Avro Vulcan and Vickers Valliant, formed an essential part of Britain’s nuclear deterrent during the early part of the Cold War. The Victor was designed to carry out long-range, low-altitude attacks, but was later relegated to an aerial refuelling role when it was no longer deemed effective as a strategic bomber.  Subject to RAF’s requirements for greater tactical manoeuvrability and a higher ceiling, the B.2 variant with more powerful Rolls Royce Conway engines was developed in 1959. Thirty-four were produced and several were later converted for reconnaissance and aerial refuelling purposes. Two RAF squadrons formed on the B.2 after it entered service in 1962, but it was soon succeeded by the B.2R, a conversion which allowed them to carry ‘Blue Steel’ nuclear missiles in addition to free-fall nuclear payloads. Following the introduction of submarine-launched Polaris missiles in 1969, the Victor was gradually relieved of its role as a nuclear deterrent. This Kit Includes the Gulf War Desert Scheme 'Lusty Lindy', The Real 'Lusty Lindy' is Preserved locally at the Elvington Air Museum! - Plastic Kit Requires Glue & Paint to Complete - 257 Pieces - 2 Scheme Options - Skill Level 3 - 508mm Wingspan - 1:72 Scale

Airfix Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I (1:48)

Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I The Supermarine Spitfire is arguably the most famous and beautiful fighter aircraft ever to grace the skies. First flying in 1936, R.J. Mitchell’s masterpiece was the interceptor of choice for Fighter Command by 1940, and the envy of many of the world’s air arms. Powered by the equally famous Rolls Royce Merlin V12, the Spitfire was capable of speeds of over 360mph and had exceptional manoeuvrability. The Spitfire was an excellent dog-fighter, able to turn on the inside of an opponent to great effect during the struggles over southern England and the English Channel during the Battle of Britain. The Spitfire Mark I has come to be seen as a symbol of ‘The Few’, vital to the defence of the United Kingdom against the previously all-conquering Luftwaffe. Along with the Hurricane, it cemented its place in history during the Battle of Britain and continues to be a hugely desirable ‘warbird' at airshows. - 149 Parts - 3 Scheme Options - Skill Level 2 - Plastic kit - 1:48 Scale

Build Army Kubelwagen (1:33)

Kubelwagen (1:33) Step into the world of WW2 with the Kübelwagen, the famous and iconic German military utility vehicle car which can be seen in every WW2 movie. Renowned for its simple yet effective design, the Kübelwagen was lightweight, easy to maintain, and performed reliably across various terrains, making it an essential vehicle for transport and reconnaissance missions. This 1:33 scale model faithfully replicates the Kübelwagen’s distinctive boxy shape, slatted side panels, and low-profile chassis, capturing the utilitarian look that made the vehicle instantly recognisable on the battlefield. It showcases the Kübelwagen’s unique features, such as the spare tyre mounted on the bonnet, foldable windscreen, and round headlights, all recreated to reflect the original vehicle’s rugged charm. The open cabin with seating space, simplistic dashboard, and rear storage add to the model's authenticity, giving it the unmistakable appearance of this iconic wartime car. With 178 bricks, this set offers a beginner-friendly 3/10 building difficulty, making it accessible and enjoyable for builders of all ages.   Building Difficulty: 3/10. Number of bricks: 178 Scale: 1:33. Dimensions: 12.2 cm in length and 4.8cm in width. Fully compatible with LEGO® bricks.

Tamiya Pz.Kpfw. I Ausf.B (1:35)

Pz.Kpfw. I Ausf.B  The Pz.Kpfw.I was the first mass-manufactured tank produced by Germany since the post-WWI armor restrictions imposed by the Treaty of Versailles. The initial 1934 Ausf.A variant was followed in 1936 by the upgraded Ausf.B, which saw engine power increased from 57hp to 100hp, as well as a chassis that was some 40 centimeters longer. It was armed with a pair of MG13 machine guns, fired by the commander. Although originally intended only for training use, the Pz.Kpfw.I in fact saw action in the Spanish Civil War from 1936, and then in the German invasions of Poland (1939), France (1940) and the Balkans (1941), and even the ill-fated invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941. ★ This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 123mm, width: 60mm. The compact form is captured in style based on extensive research of the actual tank.  ★ Slide molded upper hull and turret feature fine detailing.  ★ The track beam is recreated accurately.  ★ Assembly type tracks have one-piece straight sections.  ★ The model comes with a torso figure and a choice of head sections (beret or side cap).  ★ 3 marking options are included (for units in Poland, France and on the Eastern Front). ★ 1:35 Scale

Academy WWII Panzer I Ausf B Light Tank & Motorcycle (1:35)

German Army WWII Panzer I Ausf B Light Tank & Motorcycle Includes: German light tank used in early stages of WWII. Accompanied by Zundapp K750 motorcycle & sidecar. - Plastic kit - New tooling. - Three figures included. - Photo-etch parts. - Waterslide transfers/decals for the following five markings:   - Yellow 133,   - 4 Panzer Division,   - Poland 1939;   - (2) White 223,   - 3 Panzer Division,   - France 1. - kit requires plastic and metal glue and paint to complete NOT included - 1:35 scale

Tamiya KS600 Motorcycle & Sidecar (1:35)

KS600 Motorcycle & Sidecar  Includes: - Plastic kit - Detailed bike with distinctive form with pressed steel frame - Road signs are printed on the packaging side and can be cut out to display with your model. - Detailed figures Include an NCO figure for the side car, a rider and a standing soldier - Length: 71 mm - Width: 47mm - Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included - 1:35 Scale

Airfix Hunting Percival Jet Provost T 3 T4 (1:72)

Hunting Percival Jet Provost T 3 T4 Includes: - Plastic kit - Cockpit details - Pilot included - Optional undercarriage (up or down positions) Waterslide transfers:   - A) Hunting Percival Jet Provost T.3A, Flt Lt Julie Ann Gibson, First Female RAF Pilot, No.1 Flying Training School, RAF Dishforth, May, 1990.    - B) Hunting Percival Jet Provost T.4, Royal Air Force College (RAFC) Cranwell, 1962. - Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included - 45 pieces - 1:72 Scale  Aircraft information: For most RAF pilots serving between 1960 and 1988, the Hunting Aircraft (BAC) Jet Provost is extremely familiar. Forming the backbone of RAF pilot training during this period, the Jet Provost was distinctive by its broad fuselage profile, which allowed for a relatively spacious side-by-side cockpit arrangement.

Airfix Starter Set: Messerschmitt Bf109F-4 (1:72)

Starter Set - Messerschmitt Bf109F-4 Includes: - Plastic kit - Cockpit interior parts - Clear canopy parts - Pilot included - Optional undercarriage - Armaments - Waterslide transfers/decals - Glue, paint and brushes included - Display stand  - 30 parts - 1:72 Scale Aircraft information: One of the greatest fighting aeroplanes in the history of aviation, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was always at the forefront of world fighter design and, just like its adversary the Spitfire, was in constant development throughout the Second World War.  Major variants of the fighter usually coincided with developments in the Daimler Benz engine which powered the Messerschmitt. Of the five major variants, the F or 'Friedrich' is usually considered the most refined version of the Bf 109.  Introduced during the spring of 1941, the Bf 109F was superior to RAF Spitfires in service at that time and was flown by many successful Luftwaffe aces.

Airfix Starter Set: RNLI Shannon Class Lifeboat (1:72)

Starter Set - RNLI Shannon Class Lifeboat Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - Full details of the outside deck, hull and fittings are included - Fully detailed interior - Clear glazing parts - Waterslide transfers/decals will allow any one of the current operational RNLI Severn class lifeboats to be modelled.  - Waterslide transfers/decals - Glue, paint and brushes included Dimensions: - Length - 19cm - Width - 6.3cm - 54 Parts - 1:72 Scale Ship information: In the serious business of saving lives at sea, the brave volunteer crews of Britain's RNLI service need access to the most capable craft to safely effect rescues in some of the most challenging conditions. In the Shannon Class Lifeboat, they have a cutting-edge vessel which is as capable as it is versatile, able to be launched and recovered from a beach using a mobile slipway and powered by waterjets, which provide it with both speed and incredible controllability.  Designed to operate in all weathers, this amazing vessel supports RNLI crews in continuing their proud lifesaving tradition which spans almost 200 years. A minimum of £0.90 from the sale of this product will be paid in support of the RNLI.  Payments are made to RNLI (Sales) Ltd (which pays all its taxable profits to the RNLI, a charity registered in England and Wales (209603), Scotland (SC037736), the Republic of Ireland (20003326), the Bailiwick of Jersey (14), the Isle of Man and the Bailiwick of Guernsey and Alderney, of West Quay Road, Poole, Dorset BH15 1HZ).

Airfix Bristol Bulldog Mk.II (1:48)

Bristol Bulldog Mk.II - 1:48 Scale Includes: - Plastic kit - Cockpit interior details - Pilot  - Engine and exhaust parts - Prop details - Wing and strut detailing - Gun mounted gun turret - Fixed undercarriage - Waterslide transfers/decals for the following:   - A)  Bristol Bulldog Mk.II, No. 3 Squadron, Royal Air Force, Upavon, Wiltshire, England, 1929.   - B) Bristol Bulldog Mk.II, No. 17 Squadron, Royal Air Force Upavon, Wiltshire, England, 1930.   - C) Bristol Bulldog Mk.II, Fighter Squadron, No. 1 Flying Training School, Royal Australian Air Force Point Cook, Victoria, Australia, 1930s - Kit requires glue and paint to complete Not included - Length - 15.9cm - Width - 21.4cm - 120 parts - 1:48 Scale Aircraft information: A gleaming silver steed flown by the most capable and intrepid young men Britain could call upon, the Bristol Bulldog was one of the most important British aircraft of the inter-war period, when powerful biplane fighters unquestionably ruled the skies. Initially developed as a private venture by the Bristol Aeroplane Company, the Bulldog was the brainchild of accomplished aircraft designer Frank Barnwell, the man behind the successful Bristol F2B Fighter of the Great War, and was a light, all-metal and fabric-covered fighter, powered by a 440hp Bristol Jupiter engine. The Bulldog was armed with a pair of forward-firing Vickers 0.303" machine guns mounted on either side of the cockpit, but ultimately never fired its guns in anger during a relatively short seven-year period serving with Fighter Command. Although it was the most capable fighter of the day, the Bulldog was more closely associated with challenging formation flying and spectacular aerobatics, with the Royal Air Force thrilling huge crowds at airshows and pageants around the country, as they demonstrated the effectiveness of a modernising air force.  What the Bulldog did do was help advance Britain's aviation industry towards the production of the sleek, monoplane fighters which would contest the Second World War, as it highlighted the fact that biplane designs were fast approaching their zenith. Perhaps the most famous incident involving a Bristol Bulldog proved to be a rather unfortunate one, when an accomplished, but rather headstrong RAF pilot performed unauthorised low-altitude aerobatics for a group of onlookers and a private civilian aerodrome in Berkshire.  Flying so low that the wingtip of his fighter struck the ground during a manoeuvre, the Bulldog cartwheeled across the airfield, inflicting catastrophic injuries on the pilot - that pilot was future Second World War RAF ace and inspirational national hero Douglas Bader.

Airfix Vintage Classics: Bristol 192 Belvedere (1:72)

Bristol 192 Belvedere Includes: - Plastic kit - Prop/ rotor and engine detailed parts - Clear canopy parts - Cockpit interior - Fixed undercarriage - Body side door can be modelled open or closed - Waterslide transfers/decals for the following schemes:   - (A) Bristol 192 Belvedere, Development Trials, Aircraft and Armament Experimental Establishment, Royal Air Force Boscombe Down, Wiltshire, England, late 1959.    - (B) Bristol 192 Belvedere, Belvedere Trials Unit, Royal Air Force Odiham, Hampshire, England, October 1960. - Kit requires glue and paints to complete NOT included - Length  (Without Packaging): 385mm / 38.5cm) - Width / Rotorspan: 207mm / 20.7cm - 50x Parts - 1:72 Scale  Aircraft information: A significant post-war achievement for Britain's aviation industry, the Bristol Belvedere was a highly capable, tandem-rotor, heavy-lift helicopter which underlined the versatility of modern rotorcraft. Featuring true twin-engine redundancy, the Belvedere could operate safely on just a single engine if required. Surprisingly, only 26 of these helicopters were produced.

Airfix QuickBuild QUICKBUILD Sherman Firefly Tank (1:35)

QUICKBUILD Sherman Firefly Tank - 1:35 scale Includes: - Stickers/transfers - Easy clip together construction with durability and designed for strong play value - NO Glue, NO Paint required - 1:35 Scale Product information: What is QUICKBUILD? Airfix QUICKBUILD is an exciting range of brick-based models suitable as an introduction to modelling for any age of 6 and up. The pre-coloured pieces simply push together to build an impressive model which can then be decorated with the included self-adhesive stickers.  No paint or glue is needed to make these fantastic models look like the real thing and once completed, there’s no evidence of any of the brick fittings showing. When built they are tough enough to be used as toys, or smart enough to use as display models.  Either will show off those great modelling skills! Included with each model is a full set of easy-to-follow colour instructions, free-rolling wheels for cars and tanks, and display stands for all the aircraft.  The Sherman Firefly is an excellent choice for someone who wants functionality within a kit. Designed to 1:35 scale, the turret is fully poseable, including moving wheels and tracks, which are also individually linked.  As Allied forces began to move off the D-Day beaches and into the Normandy countryside, they knew they would be facing strong opposition from German Panzer units, including the feared Heavy Tank Battalions.  Fortunately, they now had a tank which was capable of taking on the Tigers and Panthers, in the form of the Sherman Firefly, a British-designed marriage of the M4 Sherman and their famous 17-pounder anti-tank gun.  Usually deployed in a ratio of one Firefly to four standard Shermans, German tank commanders soon learned to look for the longer barrel of the Firefly and attempt to knock these tanks out first. To make identification more difficult, British crews camouflaged the front of their guns with light-coloured paint, giving their tank the appearance of a standard 75mm-equipped Sherman, hoping this deception would give them enough time to get in the first shot during any engagement.

Airfix QuickBuild QUICKBUILD Tiger I Tank (1:35)

QUICKBUILD Tiger I Tank - 1:35 scale Includes: - Stickers/transfer - Easy clip together construction with durability and designed for strong play value - NO Glue, NO Paint required Product information: What is QUICKBUILD? Airfix QUICKBUILD is an exciting range of brick-based models suitable as an introduction to modelling for any age of 6 and up. The pre-coloured pieces simply push together to build an impressive model which can then be decorated with the included self-adhesive stickers.  No paint or glue is needed to make these fantastic models look like the real thing and once completed, there’s no evidence of any of the brick fittings showing. When built they are tough enough to be used as toys, or smart enough to use as display models. Either will show off those great modelling skills! Included with each model is a full set of easy-to-follow colour instructions, free-rolling wheels for cars and tanks and display stands for all the aircraft.  The Tiger I is an excellent choice for someone who wants functionality within a kit. Designed to 1:35 scale, the turret is fully poseable, including moving wheels and tracks, which are also individually linked. Even though the German Panzerkamfwagen VI Tiger heavy tank saw its combat introduction back in September 1942, it is still regarded as the world's most famous tank design to this day.  Possessing a fearsome combination of firepower, armoured protection and mobility, the 88mm gun mounted on the Tiger and its excellent sighting optics allowed it to engage enemy armour at extreme ranges and certainly well outside the range at which they could return fire.  Indeed, during the first Tiger engagements on the Eastern Front, the most likely way that a Tiger would be destroyed was by the hands of its own crew, as they were desperate to avoid the possibility of one of these magnificent machines falling into the hands of the enemy. From the date of its introduction, the Tiger was the tank against which all other tanks would be judged and large numbers of Allied tanks and military vehicles fell to its gun.

Airfix Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.V (1:72)

Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.V Includes: - Plastic kit - Cockpit and interior parts - Clear glazed parts - Optional undercarriage (modelled in up or down positions) - Engine and prop detailing - Poistioning side door with ladder - Turrets with clear glazing parts - Aerial details - Waterslide transfers/decals for the following 2x schemes:    - A) Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.V, aircraft flown by Squadron Leader John Charles MacDonald, No. 102 Squadron, No. 4 Group, Yorkshire, England, March 1940.    - B) Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.V, No. 10 Squadron, No. 4 Group (Bomber Command), Royal Air Force Leeming, Yorkshire, England, December 1941.  - Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included - 1:72 Scale Aircraft information: The Armstrong Whitworth Whitley saw action right from the first night of the Second World War when it dropped leaflets over Germany. It then took part in the first bombing raids over German and Italian territories, making the Whitley an integral part of the RAF's bombing offensive in the war.

Thunder Models LRDG F30 Patrol Truck (Standard Edition) (1:35)

LRDG F30 Patrol Truck (Standard Edition) Includes: - Highly detailed plastic kit - Body, underframe detail - Fine interior parts - Requires glue and paints to complete NOT included - 235 parts - 1:35 Scale  Vehicle information: “Only men who do not mind a hard life, with scanty food, little water and lots of discomfort, men who possess stamina and initiative, need apply” The Long Range Desert Group was the first and ‘arguably the most dashing and successful irregular formation on either side in the entire war’.  Their role was deep penetration reconnaissance, road-watching (observing Axis forces movements along the coastal roads to establish logistics and military unit movements to and from the front line hundreds of miles away), and raiding (they attacked airfields long before the British Special Air Service thought of it). They also transported allied agents and the SAS on their initial raids behind enemy lines, recovered downed aircrew and lost soldiers, and were the first to accurately map the North African desert. They were often referred to as the ‘Libyan Taxi service’ by those who benefitted from their skills, and were highly respected for their ability to get to any point in the desert at a given time. The LRDG were masters of the Libyan Desert during the War in North Africa. Experts in desert navigation, driving, signals and survival. Their operational requirements were unique in the British Army and initially they chose the civilian 2 wheel drive Chevrolet WA trucks, robust and simple, and with the right driving techniques and equipment capable of passing over the majority of desert terrain encountered. After a year of operations these trucks desperately needed replacing, but there were no more Chevrolets, the best option in North Africa being the CMP Ford F30 with the No11 cab. Like the Chevrolet truck before and after their operational period, the Ford F30’s were modified specifically for LRDG desert operations. The cab was removed for a lower profile, the bonnet panels were usually discarded to allow greater cooling for the engine and transmission, Power take off air compressor fitted to the transmission, a condenser tank added that condensed steam from the radiator to save water, racks for sand mats and channels to help extricate the trucks from soft sand, Vickers MKI (no water can and hose connected, and water jacket filled with oil) and Lewis guns, as well as Boys Anti-Tank Rifle mounts for self-protection and raids, and sand tyres. Another feature is that these early Ford trucks were fitted with Chevrolet ‘Banjo’ type axles due to Ford having initial production issues with their axles. The different makes of axles were designed to be interchangeable on these trucks. There were 3 main variants, the standard Patrol truck, the 37mm Bofors anti-tank gun truck with a special gun mount in the rear body, and the wireless/navigator truck fitted a Bagnold Sun Compass, with a civilian Philips 635 radio receiver for the time signal required for accurate navigation by the stars, and the standard No 11 Wireless set for sending intelligence back to base. When used with the Windom dipole aerial mounted on 16 ‘ /4.6m poles they could often ‘skip’ a signal over a 1,000 miles directly back to Cairo. The Ford F30’s had the advantage of 4 wheel drive, a more powerful 95HP V8 engine, and a bigger load area compared to the Chevrolet trucks. However they were harder to camouflage due to their height, louder with the 4x4 transmission and V8 engine, heavier, had a shorter range due to their poorer MPG (Miles per Gallon) and were less reliable. Some of the trucks had their bodies moved back 12”/300mm on the chassis for better centralisation of the load over the rear axle. These can be identified by 2 spare wheels fitted between the body and the cab.

Revell B-17F Flying Fortress 'Memphis Belle' (1:48)

B-17F Flying Fortress 'Memphis Belle' Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - Detailed parts for textured surfaces - Cockpit with instrument panel - Bomb sight and seat - Rotating machine gun turret - Movable machine gun ball element under the fuselage - MG equipment for the side windows - Detailed main landing gear can be modelled up or down. - Movable propellers - 2x bombs on external pylons - Waterslide transfers/decals for the Memphis Belle version and another USAF version - Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included - 107 Parts - Model dimensions:   - Length:494mm   - Span:656mm   - 1:48 Scale Aircraft information: The Boeing B-17, also known as the "Flying Fortress", became a symbol of heavily armed strategic bombers during World War II. The Memphis Belle version of this aircraft gained particular fame when it became the first US Army Air Force bomber to survive 25 missions in Europe and subsequently became the star of a Hollywood film. The Memphis Belle was erected as a monument to the city of Memphis after its service, and after a restoration in 2004, it is now open to the public again. With this model kit you can immortalize a piece of this impressive history in your own home!

Eduard Fokker Dr.1 (Profipack) (1:72)

Fokker Dr.1 (Profipack) (1:72) Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - Pre painted photo etch parts - Cockpit interior and pilot included - Cantilever wing, body and strut detailing - Solid undercarriage - Prop and engine detail - Waterslide transfers/decals for up to 5 different schemes. - Paint mask included - Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included - 1:72 Scale Aircraft information and history: The Fokker Dr. I is one of the most famous fighter aircraft of all time. The silhouette of the compact triplane became a symbol of the German fighter aviation of the First World War, although the aircraft was dogged by technical issue and its operational use was relatively short lived. Designed by Anthony Fokker, the Dr.I was created in response for the German air force requiring a better aircraft to battle the new British Sopwith triplane fighter introduced in April 1917. Fokker with his experience gained from (hugo) Junkers and cantilever wings, he was able to design a wing with reduced drag and eliminating fine wire bracing. A total of 320 Fokker Dr.I planes were built by the end of May 1918 when production final ceased. The Fokker Dr.I was a capable aircraft only finally getting superseded by the Fokker D.VII as aviation design and development improved with more powerful and modern enemy aircraft coming into action. The Fokker Dr.I still saw flight on the frontlines used as backup alongside the modern D.VII. Some of the Triplanes returned to Germany to become trainer aircraft. The most famous pilot of the Dr.I is Manfred Von Richthofen Fokker Dr.I, achieving 17 kills. More information can be found inside the included history booklet/ manual.

Tamiya King Tiger Prod. Turret (1:35)

King Tiger Prod. Turret Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - Heavy built body recreated - Henschel Turret featuring welded lines - Moving turret escape hatch - Interior details include gun breech and shell racks - Other hatches can be designed to be open or closed - Nylon mesh included for engine vent covers - Separate suspension arms - Belt type tracks - Commander figure - Waterslide transfers/decals - Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included - 1:35 Scale Vehicle information and history: The King Tiger made its debut in 1944, toward the end of WWII, and proved a fearsome foe to the Allies, with 150mm and 80mm armor on the hull front and sides respectively, and a powerful 700hp Maybach HL230-P30 engine. The first fifty had a Porsche-designed turret, but thereafter mass-produced King Tigers had an updated turret designed by Henschel. The L/71 88mm gun was upgraded from the Tiger I, and could defeat 170mm of armor from a kilometer away. Some 430 of these King Tigers were produced until the end of the run in March 1945, proving a constant threat to the end.

Airfix Fairey Gannet AS1AS4 (1:48)

Fairey Gannet AS1AS4 Includes: - Highly detailed plastic kit - Extensive cockpit and interior detail - Pilots included - Distinctive prop/ blades - Body panelling and rivet detail - Optional undercarriage (Up or down positions) - Waterslide transfers/decals - Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included - 1:48 Scale  Aircraft information and history: An aircraft that must surely be considered one of the most distinctive types to have ever seen Fleet Air Arm service, the Fairey Gannet was as capable as it was unique and was significant as the only post-war military contract to be won by the famous Fairey Aviation Company. Arguably the most unconventional Fairey designed aircraft to enter full production, the Gannet was developed in response to a 1945 Royal Navy requirement for an advanced carrier-based, turboprop-powered anti-submarine hunter-killer, one which was rugged enough to withstand the rigors of operation at sea.  Intended to counter the recent expansion of the Soviet submarine fleet at the start of the Cold War era, the Gannet was equipped with all manner of the latest electronic detection equipment and if an enemy submarine was detected, it could be marked, tracked, and if necessary, attacked, using bombs, depth charges, rockets, and air-launched acoustic torpedoes. One feature of the Gannet which helped to give it a unique appearance was the adoption of its powerplant, the innovative Armstrong Siddeley Double Mamba. This arrangement saw two gas turbine engines mounted side by side in the nose of the gannet, sharing a common gearbox, but both operating independently, each engine driving its own coaxially mounted, contra-rotating propeller. In addition to this, the engines could run on kerosene and even diesel fuel, which was safer to handle and less refined than traditional aviation fuels.  This arrangement provided Gannet crews with more than enough power for carrier operations, with the reassurance of two engines when embarking on long ocean patrols. Once in flight, the pilot could shut down one of the engines to conserve fuel and whilst this would reduce the Gannet's maximum speed, it would extend its loiter capabilities. Usually, a pilot would alternate engine use during a long patrol, running each engine for around an hour before swapping to the other engine - the engine mounted on the port side drove the front propeller. Another unique feature of the Gannet's design was its bi-folding wing system, something which was designed to allow this large aircraft to operate safely and to be stored aboard one of the Royal Navy's relatively small aircraft carriers. When a pilot engaged the wing unfold, this ingenious system not only prepared the wings for flight, but also automatically connected all flight control systems, hydraulic connections and fuel pipes to the main system, without any ground crew intervention.  In operation, there are reports that the Gannet was so rugged a design that when one aircraft lost the outer sections of both wings after performing a particularly violent manoeuvre, the aircraft still managed to make it back safely to its home carrier, something which can only have endeared the aircraft to its crews still further. The Fairey Gannet would prove to be an extremely rugged and highly effective anti-submarine aircraft, one which could carry an impressive array of offensive ordnance and one which was able to attack submarines either on the surface, or when submerged and trying to evade its attentions. Well-liked by air and ground crews alike, 348 Gannets would eventually be produced and in addition to serving with Britain's Fleet Air Arm, the aircraft would also see service with the navies of Australia, Germany and Indonesia.

Tamiya Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12R (1:12)

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12R (1:12) Kawasaki's legacy of cutting-edge sportbikes has inspired motorcycle fans for generations. Recently, the call for 300km/h plus super sports bikes has motivated several manufactures to bring out powerful contenders. Kawasaki answered the call at the 1999 Paris Motorcycle Show, with the impressive debut of their all-new Ninja ZX-12R. This Ninja was reportedly created in the image of a fighter plane, which comes as no surprise considering that its slippery aerodynamics involved the cooperation of the Aerospace Division of Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. In fact, the ZX-12R spent more time in the wind tunnel during its development phase than any motorcycle in Kawasaki's history. The results are evident: small winglets on the sides of the fairing separate airflow around the bike; small wind deflectors on the lower forks deflect turbulent air from the engine; a long lip on the edge of the fairing further smooths out airflow. Also, projecting just ahead of the front fairing, a large scoop takes advantage of higher air pressure, heightening intake efficiency. A monocoque frame backbone creates an airbox that allows air to pass through the inside of the bike for cooling in addition to ensuring overall rigidity. The powerplant of the Ninja ZX-12R is a fuel injected 4-cylinder 1,199cc engine that pumps out an abundant 178hp. Its four-into-two-into-one exhaust system features a titanium muffler paired with a catalyzer, which helps eliminate unburned hydrocarbons for cleaner emissions. Kawasaki brilliantly raised the superbike standard in performance, power and aerodynamics with their series flagship, the Ninja ZX-12R. Includes: - Highly detailed plastic kit - Cowling can be removed - Solid rubber tyres with authentic tread pattern - Finely sculpted chain highlight rear suspension. - Brake lights come as semi-transparent red parts and turning signals come as semi-transparent orange parts, offering a quality look even without painting  - Pre coloured plastic parts - Waterslide transfers/decals - Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included  - 1:12 Scale

Airfix Gift Set: 617 SQN. Dambusters 80th Anniversary (1:72)

Dambusters 80th Anniversary - Gift Set As the first of 20 modified Avro Lancasters arrived at RAF Scampton on 8th April 1943, the specially assembled volunteer crews of specialist 'Squadron X' (later allocated the RAF squadron number 617) from within 5 Group Bomber Command must have been intrigued. The new aircraft were B.III (Specials), referred to at Avro's Woodford factory as Lancaster Type 464 Provisioning and each one had been modified with equipment to deliver the Vickers Type 464 'Upkeep' mine. Although the mines had not been delivered to Scampton at that time, talk amongst the crews inevitably turned to discussing their intended target, with most assuming they would be sent to attack the massive German battleship Tirpitz. As more Lancaster's arrived, the commander of this new squadron, Wing Commander Guy Gibson, selected Lancaster ED932/AJ-G as his own aircraft, due to the fact that the bomber's codes were the same as his father's initials, Alexander James Gibson. Gibson and the crew of ED932 were amongst the first to train with their new aircraft and their unusual bombs, releasing their mines at a test site at Reculver on the north Kent coast from 12th May 1943, just five days before crews embarked on their historic raid. After a period of intense training and on the day prior to the raid, Gibson was finally briefed on the intended targets - 'Operation Chastise' would be striking at the industrial heart of Germany, the great dams of the Ruhr Valley. At 21.39 on 16th May 1943, Gibson and Lancaster ED932 took off from RAF Scampton at the head of the first attack wave of nine Lancasters heading for the Mohne Dam, flying a route over Suffolk, then the North Sea, crossing the Dutch coast at Zeeland, before heading inland attempting to avoid known areas of Luftwaffe defences. As Gibson and his crew made their attack run on the Mohne Dam, the other Lancasters of the first wave circled the target area, watching the effectiveness of the attack run and waiting for the instruction to commence their own attack. Having released their mine, Gibson and his crew flew alongside the other aircraft during their attacks, attempting to draw enemy fire away from the attacking aircraft, giving them the best chance of effecting a breach. The fifth mine dropped was a perfect run and exploded in exactly the right place to cause the already weakened dam to fail – they had done it. In the years which followed, this incredible operation was referred to as the 'Dambusters Raid' and No.617 Squadron would become one of the RAF's most famous units. 'Operation Chastise' was heralded as a spectacular success for Bomber Command, but at a heavy cost, as eight Lancasters and 53 airmen failed to return. Includes: - Detailed plastic kits of F-35B Lightning and Avro Lancaster - Cockpit detailing includes Pilots - Optional undercarriage (up or down positions) - Lancaster Features the famous "Bouncing Bomb" designed and developed by Sir Barnes Wallis - Armament detailing - Waterslide transfers/decals - 2x Display stands - Glue, paints and brushes included - 1:72 Scale

Airfix Hawker Tempest Mk.V Post War (1:72)

Hawker Tempest Mk.V Post War Condition Aircraft information and history: An aircraft which has to be considered one of the finest aeroplanes of the Second World War, the Hawker Tempest V could trace its design lineage back to the Hurricane fighters which proved so decisive during the Battle of Britain only two years earlier, but would represent the absolute zenith of piston engined fighter design. Indeed, when accomplished designer Sydney Camm was looking to produce his '˜Super Hurricane'™ replacement for the aviation saviour of the Battle of Britain, the aircraft he surely had in mind was the Tempest V. As it was, the Tempest is often confused with its predecessor in Royal Air Force service, the Typhoon, even though the two are very different aeroplanes.  The original fighter replacement for the Hawker Hurricane was the Typhoon, an aircraft which attempted to combine the most powerful piston engine available at the time with a small, yet strong and heavily armed airframe. Although intended as an interceptor fighter, it became apparent during development that the new aircraft would not be able to fulfil this role, as the thickness of the wing was not conducive to high performance at high altitude. In fact, the Typhoon would endure quite a troubled development and service introduction, to the point where cancellation of the programme was seriously considered at one time. Nevertheless, the Typhoon would eventually go on to find its aviation niche as a hard-hitting ground attack aircraft and one which would come into its own during the time of the Allied invasion of Normandy.  Aware that their Typhoon had great potential but was in need of improvement, the Hawker design team started work on a new fighter project, one which incorporated many of the same philosophies as Typhoon, but also, several significant modifications. Indeed, the new aircraft was initially referred to as the Typhoon Mark II, but this was changed to Tempest as the prototype aircraft'™s first flight approached. Although this was still a big aeroplane for a single engined fighter, its airframe was light and it would be powered by the massively powerful 24 cylinder Napier Sabre engine, a powerplant which would give the new fighter spectacular performance. Making its first flight on 2nd September 1942, the new Hawker Tempest featured a newly designed laminar flow wing, which was much thinner than the wing used on its predecessor and allowed the new fighter to slip through the air at incredible speed.  At first glance, the Typhoon and Tempest do share many similarities, however, if you know where to look, it is not difficult to tell them apart. Without doubt, the wing is the most obvious distinguishing feature, as not only is this thinner than the one used on the Typhoon, it is also a completely different shape. With a straighter leading edge and more elliptical trailing edge, the Tempest'™s wing was designed for speed, even though it could still be used effectively in a ground attack role. Other Tempest design differences include a slightly longer nose and a tail section which appears to be much larger, with a more generous vertical stabiliser which features a pronounced dorsal fillet. During the prototype aircraft'™s maiden flight, it posted an impressive top speed of 477 mph in level flight, impressing both the design team and the watching Air Ministry.  The Hawker Tempest V entered Royal Air Force service in early 1944, with the first two squadrons to receive the type having both previously operated the Typhoon. It was thought that managing the incredible power generated by the Tempest'™s engine could pose problems for pilots converting from smaller aircraft types and that former Typhoon units would be best placed to negotiate its squadron introduction. In advance of the D-day landings, Tempests were being used in a similar ground attack role to the one being flown so effectively by Typhoon squadrons, however, should it be required to make the shift to air combat operations mid-mission, the Tempest was much more suited to this task. Possessing significantly greater range than the Typhoon, Tempests could loiter in the combat zone for longer periods, allowing offensive strikes deeper into occupied Europe, or allowing pilots to wait patiently for the Luftwaffe to come up and fight, where they could show them what their new fighter could really do.  As the fastest Allied fighter at low and medium altitudes, Tempest squadrons were held back for home defence duties in the weeks which followed the successful D-day landings, due to the onslaught of a sinister new weapon, the V-1 '˜Doodlebug'™ pulse jet flying bomb. The Tempest proved to be an excellent V-1 killer, using the speed of the fighter, effectiveness of its guns and bravery of its pilots to destroy large numbers of these terrifying weapons before they could wreak their havoc on British towns and cities. Britain'™s most effective force against these indiscriminate weapons, hundreds of Doodlebugs were shot down by the RAF'™s Hawker Tempest V squadrons, with Squadron Leader Joseph Berry proving to be the most proficient at this work, with no fewer than 61 V-1 '˜kills'™ to his name.  With the V-1 threat diminishing, the RAF'™s Tempest V squadrons were free to embark on aggressive seek and destroy missions into occupied Europe, using the speed, range and firepower of their latest fighter to great effect. Looking for potential V-1 launch sites and increasingly, the new German jet fighters which had started operating against the Allied air forces, the Tempest began to show that it was undoubtedly one of the most capable fighting aeroplanes in the world. Indeed, it has been reported that the aggressively flown Tempest was the Allied aircraft Messerschmitt Me262 jet pilots most feared during those early days of jet powered operations, particularly if they were caught during the landing and taking off phases of flight, when their jets were much more vulnerable.  There is no doubt that the Hawker Tempest V was a real brute of an aeroplane, fast, heavily armed and possessing performance which could better any fighter the Luftwaffe had in service, perhaps with the exception of the Me262 at full speed. Pilots who had experience flying both the Tempest V and its predecessor, the Typhoon, describe the difference as being like night and day - they actually said that it was like comparing a cart horse with a race horse. Although this seems a little harsh, as they flew the aircraft in combat, we should certainly bow to their judgement. Although appearing relatively late in WWII, the Tempest V still takes its place as one of the most effective piston engined fighters of the Second World War and was perhaps the '˜Super Hurricane'™ designer Sydney Camm had always envisaged developing. Includes: - Plastic kit - Cockpit detail - Optional undercarriage (up or down positions) - Wing and body detailing - 4x bladed prop - 2x sets of waterslide transfers/decals  - Scheme A: Hawker Tempest Mk.V Post War, Aircraft flown by Leader H 'Poppa' Ambrose DFC, Commanding Officer No.26 Squadron, Royal Air Force Gatow, Germany , 1946.  - Scheme B: Hawker Tempest Mk.V Post War, No.80 Squadron, Royal Airforce Wunstorf (formerly Advanced Landing Ground B-11) Germany, 1946. - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included) - 1:72 Scale.

Tamiya Matilda MKIII/IV British Infantry Tank (1:35)

Matilda MKIII/IV British Infantry Tank (1:35) The Matilda was developed as a heavily armored infantry tank and was the British Army's main tank in North Africa during WWII. It swept aside Italian opponents and was respectfully called the “Queen of the Desert” by German forces. During Operation Battleaxe to lift the siege of Tobruk in June 1941, German forces famously used their 88mm AA guns in the anti-tank role as they were the only effective counter against Matildas. The Matilda wrote her name into the history books as a highly effective tank which continually proved her worth during many fierce battles throughout North Africa. Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - Accurate Gun and gun mantlet - Body and engine detail - Hull features plate weld and metal surface finish - Belt assembly for tracks - 3 x figures include full body Commander and 2x torso figures - 3x sets of waterslide transfers/decals - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included) - 1:35 Scale

Tamiya Panther D Ausf D (1:35)

Panther D Ausf D  The Ausf.D was the debut variant of the famed German WWII tank Panther. It offered a complete performance package, with firepower from the imposing L/70 7.5cm gun, excellent protection afforded by its sloped armor, and maneuverability thanks to a roaring 700hp gasoline engine. Around 840 Ausf.D Panthers were produced between January and September of 1943, and the first time it appeared on the battlefield was in the Battle of Kursk in July of that year. While it wasn't all smooth sailing, Panthers were still able to take out some 140 Soviet tanks from a range of 1,500 to 2,000 meters, all the while protected impeccably by their sloped plate. The Ausf.D was followed by improved Ausf.A and G variants, and while the Panther was unable to stop the tide from turning against Germany it nonetheless revolutionized German armored vehicle design, and remained on the front line until the end of hostilities. Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - Accurate Gun detailing with turret-side smoke dischargers - Body and engine detail - Surface texture such as cast metal mantlet and steel armor plating - Belt tracks, wheel and suspension detailing - 2 x figures include Torso of Commander and 1x crewman stood behind turret - 3x sets of waterslide transfers/decals including The Battle of Kursk - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included) - 1:35 Scale

Tamiya King Tiger Ardennes Front (1:35)

King Tiger Ardennes front In 1944, German forces unleashed a new terror on their foes - the King Tiger. The first fifty were produced with a turret designed by Porsche; thereafter, the mass production version used a Henschel turret. Packing a hefty punch with an L/71, 88mm gun and with armor up to 150mm on the front and 80mm on the sides, the King Tiger was a menace to Allied forces during the desperate December 1944 German offensive there. The DKW NZ350 motorcycle was produced from 1940, and later in the conflict some were seen with a smaller headlight and slimmer fender. Includes: - Extensively detailed plastic kit - Heavy, bulky appearance of armour plating accurately modelled - 88mm Turret - Nylon mesh is used to recreate engine cover - Grilles can be given even more detail with the use of a separately sold photo-etched parts set 2x tanker figures in realistic uniform and pose.  - Full track and wheel detailing - A DKW NZ350 is depicted with late war features such as a knee pad-less fuel tank, and comes with a rider figure with U-boat crew jacket. - Set of waterslide transfers/decals  - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included) - 1:35 Scale 

Tamiya German Schwimmwagen Type 166 (1:35)

German Schwimmwagen Type 166 The 4WD Schwimmwagen which earned the trust of German Soldiers with excellent performance on bad roads and fording ability. Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - Body hull shape underside accurately reproduced via slide molding - Windshield is moveable  - Air-cooled four cylinder engine detail - Interior detailing includes flooring, seats and instrument panel - Folded canvas roof - Driver figure in suitable pose - Waterslide transfers/decals - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included) - 1:35 Scale 

Tamiya Royal Navy Sea Harrier FRS.1 (1:48)

Royal Navy Sea Harrier FRS.1 Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - Extensive cockpit detail and full interior including pilot - Optional undercarriage (up or down positions) - Thruster detail - Armament detail - Waterslide transfers/decals - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included) - 1:48 Scale

Tamiya Tiger I Late Version (1:35)

Tiger I Late Version During WWII, the German Tiger I was greatly feared by Allied forces for its thick armor and powerful 88mm gun. The model of the German Tiger I late production variant was put in production from January 1944 and appeared on the Normandy front. Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - Powerful 88mm gun , periscope on Commander's cupola and pressed steel wheels accurately replicated - Shell loading area  - Opening hatches  - Underside detailing - 2x types of gun barrels and gun mantlets to build the last production model - Commander figure included - Track and body detailing - Waterslide transfers/decals - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included) - 1:35 Scale

Tamiya German Sturmgeschutz IV (1:35)

German Sturmgeschutz IV Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - 75mm gun-equipped Sturmgeschütz IV deployed by Nazi Germany in WWII captured - Optional Hull with front cement block  for armour reinforcement and Schurzen side armour plates - Wheel and track detailing - 1x Commander figure in suitable pose - Waterslide transfer/decals - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included) - 1:35 Scale

Airfix Junkers Ju-87 B-1 Stuka (1:72)

Junkers Ju-87 B-1 Stuka Although usually associated with the Wehrmachts feared Lightning War attacks at the beginning of WWII, the Ju87B Stuka was also a highly effective maritime strike bomber. Capable of performing precision dive bombing attacks against any Allied vessel, the Stuka took a heavy toll of shipping in the English Channel, North Africa and in the Mediterranean. The Stuka also saw service with the air forces of Italy, Romania, Bulgaria and Hungary, as well as remaining in Luftwaffe service throughout WWII. The attack dive of the Stuka was so severe, that quite a number of automatic features had to be incorporated into the manoeuvre. At an altitude of approximately 15,000 ft., the pilot would locate his target through a bombsight window, which was located in the floor of the cockpit. His engine and propeller had automatic controls, to optimise the aircraft when in a dive, and an automatic trimmer would make the aircraft tail heavy, as the pilot initiated the dive. He would move the dive lever to the rear, which would limit the kick of the control column and quickly begin a defined sequence of actions, which if done correctly, would see his ordnance detonate on his intended target. He quickly set the trim tabs, reduced the throttle and closed the engine coolant flaps. The aircraft would automatically become tail heavy and pitch over in a 180-degree roll, placing the aircraft in a steep nose-down dive at the same time, dive breaks were automatically deployed, to reduce the speed of the dive, to a constant 360 mph. This was the point of no return as the attack sequence had begun. As the strain on the body of the pilot increased, he still had much work to do. The angle of his dive could be checked by looking at a series of red lines on the side of his cockpit window and lining them up against the horizon 60, 75, or 80 degree angle of attack. He would then look forward through the fixed gun sight, to line up his attack, before releasing his heavy main bomb - the optimum release height was indicated to the pilot, by a light flicking on in his altimeter. The bomb was carried on a large U-shaped cradle, which would swing down on release, throwing the bomb safely clear of the large propeller and on to the target. As all this action was taking place, the pilot would have certainly had at least a couple of reassuring glances at the red pins protruding up from the top of the wings, which informed him that the automatic dive recovery system was engaged, should he fall victim to a g-induced black-out. All this would have been taking place in just a matter of a few, frantic seconds! Once the bombs had left the aircraft, it automatically began its dive recovery sequence. This was the point at which the maximum g loading on the crew would be felt and forces in excess of six times the force of gravity were regularly experienced, which could result in vision impairment at the very least. Once recovered and the nose of the aircraft was above the horizon, the dive breaks were automatically retracted, the throttle was opened and the propeller was set to climb the pilot then quickly had to manually open the coolant flaps, to prevent the engine from overheating and then resume flying the aircraft. This was the point that the Stuka was at its most vulnerable, flying at low level, at relatively slow speed and in hostile territory. His rear gunner may still be blacked out and indeed the pilot might still be feeling a little light headed, but every anti-aircraft gun, rifle and enemy fighter in the vicinity would be taking pot-shots at them, from every angle. Includes: - Plastic kit - Cockpit detail including pilot - Undercarriage detailing - Bomb and armament detail - 2x sets of waterslide transfers/decals:  - Scheme A - Junkers Ju 87B-1 Stuka VK+ER, II./Sturzkampfgeschwader 77, Breslau-Schöngarten, Germany (now Poland), Spring 1939  - Scheme B - Junkers Ju 87B-1 T6+IH, I./Sturzkampfgeschwader 2 ‘Immelmann’, Balkans, 1940/41. - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included)  - 1:72 scale 

Tamiya A34 Comet British Cruiser Tank (1:35)

A34 Comet British Cruiser Tank This ALL-NEW model kit recreates the British Cruiser Tank A34 Comet in 1/35 scale! At the end of WWII, the British Army developed the Comet – which became a base of later British Army tanks such as the Centurion - as a counter for the powerful German Tiger and Panther tanks. With the hull design based upon the structure of the existing armoured cruiser tank Cromwell, the Comet employed a larger turret with a powerful 17-pounder gun. The Comet first saw action in Operation Varsity in March 1945, and around 900 including ones produced after WWII were built. Features: 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 219mm, width: 88mm. The vertical-plane hull features box style assembly – accurately assembled with two bulkheads like the actual tank Features realistic renderings of front hull and turret cast surfaces, and gun shield canvas cover surface. Clear parts are included to render searchlight on turret left side. Assembly type tracks have one-piece straight sections. Choose from one-piece or two-piece (right and left) split type of the engine exhaust cover “Normandy Cowling’’. Includes two torso figures to depict crew with winter clothes. Comes with a choice of two marking options to recreate 11th Armoured Division tanks which saw action during WWII.   - 1:35 Scale

Italeri Short Sunderland Mk.III (1:72)

Short Sunderland Mk.III The Short Sunderland was one of the most famous seaplanes of World War II. It’s came into service at the end of 1938 to equip the Royal Air Force squadrons of Coastal Command. The Sunderland Mark III, introduced on the end of 1941,  turned out to be the definitive Sunderland variant, with a huge number of units built. The Mk. III can be considered one of the most effective and successful weapons to counter the German U-Boots threat during the Battle of Atlantic. The flying boat patrol bomber Sunderland Mk III has been decisively improved, compared to the previous versions, with a revised hull configuration and the adoption of new patrol and submarines search equipment. Even the offensive load, which could included bombs, mines and depth charges, has been increased .The reliable 1,065 Hp Bristol Pegasus radial engines guaranteed a top speed of 336 Km/h and a range, essential feature to perform successfully sea patrol and research duties, of 2,800 Km.  - Plastic Kit Requires Glue & Paint to Complete - 1:72 Scale 

Italeri UH-60 Black Hawk Night Raid (1:72)

UH-60 Black Hawk Night Raid Includes: - Plastic kit - Cockpit detail - Prop detail - Side door can be positioned in open or closed  - Waterslide transfers/decals for the following:   - U.S. Army, Afghanistan, 2011   - Colombian Army, 2nd Air Assault Aviation Battalion   - Australian Army, 171 Avn Sqn in Avn Regt Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included - 1:72 Scale Aircraft information and history: The Black Hawk is the U.S. Army’s front-line utility helicopter used for air assault, air cavalry and aeromedicals evacuation units. It is designed to carry 11 combat-loaded air assault troops and it is capable of moving a 105 mm. Howitzer and 30 rounds of ammunition. First deployed in 1978, the Black Hawk’s advanced technology makes it easy to maintain in the field. The Black Hawk has performed admirably in a variety of missions, including air assault, air cavalry and aeromedicals evacuations, including Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom in Iraq. In addition, modified Black Hawks operate as special operations platforms

Airfix Avro Vulcan B.2 (1:72)

Avro Vulcan B.2 Includes: - Highly detailed plastic kit - Cockpit detailing - Cockpit flap and access ladder - Optional undercarriage (Up or down positions) - Body panel and rivet detailing - Wing flaps can be positioned up or down - Bomb bay doors can be modelled open or closed - Full armament  - Waterslide transfers/decals for the following:   - (A) Scheme option B - Avro Vulcan B.Mk.2 XM602, RAF No.12 Squadron As the massive construction hangar doors at Avro’s Woodford factory aerodrome were pushed open on 30th August 1952 and Avro Vulcan prototype VX770 was wheeled out onto the hardstanding, she must have made for an awe-inspiring sight. Looking absolutely resplendent in its all-over white ‘Anti-Flash’ paint finish and proudly wearing its Royal Air Force insignia, what the Avro engineers had managed to produce was not only the world’s first delta bomber, but also the most advanced bomber in the world at that time.- Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included    - (B) Scheme option B - Avro Vulcan B.Mk.2 XM602, RAF No.12 Squadron As the massive construction hangar doors at Avro’s Woodford factory aerodrome were pushed open on 30th August 1952 and Avro Vulcan prototype VX770 was wheeled out onto the hardstanding, she must have made for an awe-inspiring sight. Looking absolutely resplendent in its all-over white ‘Anti-Flash’ paint finish and proudly wearing its Royal Air Force insignia, what the Avro engineers had managed to produce was not only the world’s first delta bomber, but also the most advanced bomber in the world at that time. - Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included - 1:72 Scale  Aircraft information and history: Occupying a significant position in the history of post war British aviation, the Avro Vulcan was without doubt one of the most distinctive aircraft ever to take to the skies, with its huge delta wing profile becoming almost as iconic as the elliptical wing of the Supermarine Spitfire. Built to satisfy an extremely demanding Air Ministry requirement for a fast, high altitude strategic bomber, capable of carrying a special payload of 10,000 imperial pounds in weight (a nuclear device), the new aircraft was intended to serve as an airborne deterrent to any future military threat against the UK, with the required specifications representing a 100% increase in the capabilities of any previous British bomber aircraft. When the Vulcan made its maiden flight in August 1952, the Avro team were well on the way to presenting the Royal Air Force with not only the worlds first delta bomber, but also one of the worlds most effective strike bombers. Interestingly, all this was achieved just nine years since the Avro Lancasters of RAF No.617 Squadron had launched their famous raid against the great dams of the Ruhr Valley. As the Avro Vulcan entered squadron service with No.83 Squadron at RAF Waddington in July 1957, Britain now possessed the fastest nuclear capable bomber in the world. It seems strange to describe an aircraft which possessed such potential for untold destruction as Britain's most effective peace keeping asset, however, that is exactly what the Vulcan turned out to be. Throughout the aggressive posturing of the Cold War, the Warsaw Pact nations were in no doubt that if they dared to launch an attack against a NATO member country, the consequences of the inevitable retaliatory strike would be catastrophic. Without Doubt, during the early years of its service career, nothing represented this doomsday scenario more effectively than the mighty Avro Vulcan. As the Royal Air Force exhaustively trained their new Vulcan crews to provide Britain with an effective Quick Reaction Alert strike force, Avro engineers were already working to improve the capabilities of their original, iconic design. In order to ensure the aircraft continued to maintain its effective deterrent threat and stayed one step ahead of advances in Easter Bloc fighter and surface-to-air missile technology, designers incorporated developments which endowed the aircraft with greater range, speed and altitude performance. The installation of more powerful versions of the Vulcans Bristol Olympus engines would result in a number of unforeseen stability issues with these first bombers, which concerned designers enough to necessitate a re-design of the original wing shape. By the time the definitive B.2 variant of the Vulcan entered service, the aircrafts wing area had increased significantly and although still classed as a delta, would look quite different from the first bombers which entered service. To cope with the increased power availability from subsequent engine upgrades and to cure the instability issues of the original straight wing design, the B.2 wing had two defined kinks in its leading edge, well forward of the profile of the original wing design. Rather than detract from the pleasing aesthetics of the early Vulcans delta wing, the B.2 actually enhanced the profile of the aircraft and even though these changes were obviously made for reasons of operational effectiveness, as opposed to appearance, the B.2 would go on to be considered the most famous (and most numerous) of all the RAFs Vulcans. The service introduction of the Vulcan B.2 in July 1960 coincided with the availability of more capable nuclear weapons for the V-bomber force, both in number and destructive potential. It would also bring about a change in thinking regarding the delivery of such weapons, as significant advances in Soviet anti-aircraft technology now threatened the success of a free-fall gravity bomb mission. A significant new weapon would have to be developed in order to maintain the deterrent threat of the Vulcan and its V-bomber partners. Developed to maintain the validity of Britain's nuclear deterrent threat, designers at Avro produced the powerful Blue Steel air-launched, nuclear stand-off missile, which would allow V-bomber crews to launch their attacks 100 miles away from their intended target and out of the range of Soviet surface-to-air missile batteries, allowing crews valuable additional time to avoid the resultant blast. Further boosting the effectiveness of the V-bomber force, the arrival of Blue Steel raised the nuclear stakes in Britains favour once more and would have caused much consternation amongst the Warsaw Pact nations. The responsibility of providing Britain's strategic nuclear deterrent passed to the submarines of the Royal Navy in July 1969 and saw the RAF performing its final V-bomber Blue Steel mission late the following year. Although taking on a more conventional strike role, RAF Vulcans would retain a nuclear capability and maintain their position as one of the worlds most effective bombers for the next fourteen years, before finally being withdrawn from service. Due to the affection in which this aircraft was held by the British public, the Vulcan Display Flight was almost immediately formed to operate one aircraft on the UK Airshow circuit for a further nine years, before itself being disbanded. To the amazement of the historic aviation world, the last flying Avro Vulcan, XH558, the aircraft which had previously served as the Vulcan Display Flight aircraft, triumphantly returned to the air once more, this time in the hands of a civilian organisation in October 2007. Over the course of the next eight years, the Vulcan thrilled millions of people around the country, becoming something of an aviation national treasure a relic of the Cold War which was held in great public affection.

Airfix Starter Set: Sherman Firefly (1:72)

Sherman Firefly Set As Allied forces began to move off the D-Day beaches and into the Normandy countryside, they knew they would be facing strong opposition from German Panzer units, including the feared Heavy Tank Battalions. Fortunately, they now had a tank which was capable of taking on the Tigers and Panthers, in the form of the Sherman Firefly, a British designed marriage of the M4 Sherman and their famous 17-pounder anti-tank gun. Usually deployed in a ratio of one Firefly to four standard Shermans, German tank commanders soon learned to look for the longer barrel of the Firefly and attempt to knock these tanks out first. In order to make identification more difficult, British crews would camouflage the front of their guns with light coloured paint, giving their tank the appearance of a standard 75mm equipped Sherman, hoping this deception would give them enough time to get in the first shot during any engagement. Includes: - Sherman firefly tank - Waterslide Transfers/decals - Glue, paints and brushes included - 1:72 Scale

Airfix Starter Set: Tiger 1 (1:72)

Tiger 1 set Even though the German Panzerkamfwagen VI Tiger heavy tank saw its combat introduction back in September 1942, it is still regarded as the worlds most famous tank design to this day. Possessing a fearsome combination of firepower, armoured protection and mobility, the 88mm gun mounted on the Tiger and its excellent sighting optics allowed it to engage enemy armour at extreme ranges and certainly well outside the range at which they could return fire. Indeed, during the first Tiger engagements on the Eastern Front, the most likely way that a Tiger would be destroyed was by the hands of its own crew, as they were desperate to avoid the possibility of one of these magnificent machines falling into the hands of the enemy. From the date of its introduction, the Tiger was the tank against which all other tanks would be judged and large numbers of Allied tanks and military vehicles would fall to its gun. Includes: - Plastic kit - Tiger 1 Tank - Waterslide Transfers/ Decals - Glue, paint and brushes included - 1:72 Scale

Airfix Classic Conflict - Tiger 1 vs Sherman Firefly (1:72)

Classic Conflict Tiger 1 vs Sherman Firefly Set Includes: - PZKPFW Tiger 1 AUSF E Commanded by Michael Wittmann, schwere Panzer-Abteilung 101, Normandy, France, 1944. - Sherman Firefly Vc Staffordshire Yeomanry, 27th Armoured Brigade, Operation Goodwood, Normandy, France, June 1944. - Waterslide transfers/decals - Glue, paints and brushes included - 1:72 Scale The mighty clash of armour which followed the successful Allied landings on the D-Day beaches of Normandy held the potential to determine the outcome of the war. This time, the dominance of the feared Tiger 1 would be challenged by rocket firing Typhoons from the air and a recently introduced Allied tank on the ground - although appearing outwardly similar to the standard Sherman at first glance, the 17-pounder anti-tank gun mounted on the Firefly was more than capable of knocking out a Tiger. The Germans soon learned to look for the long barrelled Sherman's first in any engagement and to make the Firefly a priority target. However, there were so many Shermans in Normandy that misidentification was highly likely and could prove fatal. The days of the mighty Tigers dominance may have been numbered, but no Allied tank commander would relish the prospect of facing one in combat.

Airfix RNLI Severn Class Lifeboat (1:72)

RNLI Severn Class Lifeboat Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - Full details of the outside deck, hull and fittings are included - Fully detailed interior by removing the cabin roof - Waterslide transfers/decals will allow any one of the current operational RNLI Severn class lifeboats to be modelled.  - Requires glue and paint to complete NOT included Dimensions:   - Length - 23.6cm   - Width - 7.8cm - 234 Parts - 1:72 scale Ship information: The Severn class lifeboat is the largest lifeboat in the RNLI fleet introduced in 1995. As an all-weather vessel, she can take on the worst sea conditions and comes into her own on long offshore searches and rescues. When lives are at risk out at sea, time is of the essence.  With a top speed of 25 knots and a range of 250 nautical miles, the Severn class lifeboat can reach casualties fast in calm or rough seas. She carries a small powered Y boat, ideal for rescues near rocks and shallow waters, and can be launched using the Severn's integral crane. A minimum of £1.60 from the sale of this product will be paid in support of the RNLI.  Payments are made to RNLI (Sales) Ltd (which pays all its taxable profits to the RNLI, a charity registered in England and Wales (209603), Scotland (SC037736), the Republic of Ireland (20003326), the Bailiwick of Jersey (14), the Isle of Man and the Bailiwick of Guernsey and Alderney, of West Quay Road, Poole, Dorset BH15 1HZ).

Tamiya British Challenger 1 Mk.3 (1:35)

British Challenger 1 Mk.3 British forces in the 1991 Persian Gulf War were able to rely on a significant asset in the Challenger 1, its awe-inspiring 120mm main gun accounting for numerous Iraqi T-72 tanks, and the crew protected ably by front and side composite and reactive armor. This kit can be assembled to recreate a Challenger 1 used by British forces, or also NATO troops. Nylon mesh is included to recreate the baskets encircling the turret. Two highly realistic figures are included; one depicts a bescarfed commander in desert conditions, while the other captures a commander in the distinctive NATO cold-climate uniform. - 1:35 Scale

Tamiya British Chieftain Mk. 5 Tank (1:35)

This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit depicting the 1970 Mk.5 variant of the Chieftain tank. ★ From the 120mm gun to the shape of the hull and turret, this heavyweight is recreated with aplomb. ★ Features depictions of the complex suspension, armor plates and more. ★ Hatches can be opeend, and side skirts attached or detached at will. ★ Comes with three torso figures. ★ 1:35 Scale