Airfix North American F-86F/E(M) Sabre (1:72)

North American F-86F/E(M) Sabre (1:72) Product Info: This 1:72 scale model kit recreates the renowned North American F-86 Sabre, a pioneering classic jet fighter celebrated for its exceptional pilot-friendly design. Equipped with six dependable 0.50cal M3 Browning machine guns and expertly balanced controls, the Sabre epitomised advanced aviation technology before rockets became standard. Comprising 63 components and rated at skill level 2, this kit invites you to construct a piece of aviation heritage. Key Features: -1:72 scale replica of the iconic F-86F/E(M) Sabre jet fighter -63 intricately moulded plastic parts for detailed assembly -Six 0.50cal M3 Browning machine guns rendered with precision -Includes two genuine decoration schemes -Skill level 2 - suitable for modellers aged 8 years and older -Part of the esteemed Vintage Classics collection History: Nearly 10,000 Sabres were built, serving in about 30 different air forces globally. The F-86 Sabre's outstanding performance and reliability led to its widespread international use, with production under licence in Canada, Australia, Japan, and Italy. This impressive production and global deployment solidified the Sabre's reputation as one of the most successful jet fighters of the Cold War era, marking a significant shift in aviation history with the advent of swept-wing jet technology.   Produced under licence. (Vehicle/Aeroplane Models) the distinctive logos, product markings, and trade dress are all trademarks of The Boeing Company.  

Hornby L&MR Robert Stephenson’s 'Rocket'

L&MR Robert Stephenson’s 'Rocket'  For the first time, Stephenson's Rocket is presented as a solo locomotive, with a sleek yellow livery, fixed metal buffers and chain couplings. This highly detailed, diminuitive locomotive model is a must-have model for steam collectors, due to its historical importance and incredible model engineering.  This historically important locomotive was built in 1929 to participate in the Rainhill Trials, a competition set-up by the promoters of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway to find suitable motive power for its opening the following year. Built to the order of his father George (who was the L&MR’s principal engineer at the time), ‘Rocket’ was designed by Robert Stephenson and built at his Forth Street Works in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.  The design was the most advanced in its day and ‘Rocket’ won the Trials. The locomotive then became one of four that took part in the L&MR’s opening parade in September 1930. - DCC Ready 6-Pin Socket - OO Scale

Airfix Space Shuttle Gift Set (1:144)

Space Shuttle Gift Set - Plastic Kit Gift Set Includes Glue & Paints - 1:144 Scale - Wingspan 165mm - No. of parts 99   History Surely one of the most impressive sights any human can ever hope to see is the awe-inspiring launch of a mighty rocket spacecraft, be that in person, or more likely, on our TV screens.  Following the success of NASA’s Apollo program, their next phase in space exploration was to develop a partially reusable, low-earth orbital space transportation system to allow more astronauts to travel into space by further extending the boundaries of engineering excellence.  For this spacecraft combination to work as intended, one million individual components had to work in unison. Over 30 years, five of these Space Shuttles successfully achieved earth orbit, with ‘Discovery’ becoming their most active craft.  This incredible spacecraft completed 39 flight missions and spent 365 days in space.    

Airfix Saturn V - Gift Set (1:144)

Saturn V - Gift Set History If there’s one machine which underlines man’s mastery of technological innovation and ability to overcome insurmountable challenges, then it's the Saturn V rocket series.  It was the largest and most powerful flying machine the world had ever seen when it made its first test launch in November 1967. A super heavy-lift launch vehicle developed by NASA in support of their Apollo program and America’s desire to place human beings on the moon in the 1960s and 70s, everything about the Saturn V was incredible, from the immense power of its launch sequence to the graceful way it pierced earth’s atmosphere and onwards into space.  The Saturn V stands tall as one of the great engineering achievements of the 20th century. - Plastic Kit Gift Set Includes all glue and paints - 1:144 Scale  

Airfix SLS: Artemis Gift Set (1:144)

SLS: Artemis Gift Set - Plastic Kit Gift Set Includes Glue & Paints - 1:144 Scale -No. parts 79 History Allowing a new generation of the earth’s population to witness the development and achievements of a NASA space program, the Space Launch System is their latest and most powerful rocket launch system, intended to take mankind to the moon and beyond.  The latest generation of super-heavy-lift launch vehicle, to the uninitiated, SLS and the Orion spacecraft capsule almost appears to be a combination of Apollo and Space Shuttle technologies, however, this incredible program represents the pinnacle of engineering technology taking man deeper into space than ever before.  Blasting off for an unmanned maiden launch on 16th November 2022, the first manned launch is planned for 2025, when the Orion capsule will embark on a lunar flyby.

Hornby Birth of the Railways Train Pack (Railway 200)

Birth of the Railways Train Pack (Railway 200) Representing the formative years of steam-powered railways, these three locomotives were built between 1825 and 1838. The first is ‘Locomotion No. 1’, designed by George and Robert Stephenson. It was built at their factory in Newcastle for the opening of the Stockton & Darlington Railway, where it became the first steam locomotive to pull a passenger train on a public railway. In doing so, it became the first steam locomotive to both operate and haul a passenger-carrying train on a public railway in September 1825. 2025 marks the 200th anniversary. With the experience they gained, Robert Stephenson & Co. entered a design for the 1829 Rainhill Trials, held to find suitable motive power for the Liverpool & Manchester Railway. Their entry, ‘Rocket’, was the clear winner and formed the basis for future steam locomotive design on the L&MR, which opened the following year. By 1838, locomotive design had already moved on, and 0-4-2 No. 57 ‘Lion’, was one of a pair of ‘luggage’ locomotives built to a Stephenson patent by Todd, Kitson & Laird of Leeds, also for the L&MR. Please note: Locomotion No.1 comes fitted with a Next 18-pin socket, but due to the locomotive's size limitations, sadly it cannot take an HM7000 Next 18-pin decoder. The 'Rocket' locomotive comes fitted with a 6-pin socket. The 'Lion' locomotive comes fitted with a Next 18 socket (NEM 662). - OO Scale

Corgi Thunderbirds F.A.B. Collection - Thunderbird 1 and 3

Thunderbirds F.A.B. Collection - Thunderbird 1 and 3 We've not had Thunderbirds 1 and 3 in our collection for a while, and this is the first time that Thunderbird 3 is in the correct shade of red-orange, which is sure to delight Gerry Anderson fans. We've improved the font and decoration of the models too, so they are both more screen-accurate representations. These iconic designs are the perfect collector's items for the 60th anniversary of Thunderbirds and come in premium packaging. Includes: - Diecast Models - Thunderbirds 1 - Moving wings can be positioned in fast flight or landing positions - Thrusters and engine detail parts  - Thunderbird 3  - Nose is correctly proportioned  - Engine and thruster detailing - Exclusive Thunderbirds packaging - No Scale

Metcalfe OO Terraced House Backs - Red Brick - OO Scale

Terraced House Backs - Red Brick Includes: - Detailed card kit - Half cut components  - Assetate glazing parts - Optional door and window parts - Paving floor and rear wall detailing - Kit requires suitable glue to complete NOT included   (recommend Deluxe Materials Rocket Card Glue AD57 to construct) - OO Scale

Metcalfe OO Terraced House Backs - Stone - OO Scale

Terraced House Backs - Stone Includes: - Detailed card kit - Half cut components  - Assetate glazing parts - Optional door and window parts - Paving floor and rear wall detailing - Kit requires suitable glue to complete NOT included   (recommend Deluxe Materials Rocket Card Glue AD57 to construct) - OO Scale

Metcalfe OO Terraced House Fronts - Red Brick - OO Scale

Terraced House Fronts - Red Brick (OO) Includes: - Detailed card kit - Half cut components  - Assetate glazing parts - Optional door and window parts - Paving floor and rear wall detailing - Kit requires suitable glue to complete NOT included   (recommend Deluxe Materials Rocket Card Glue AD57 to construct) - OO Scale

Metcalfe OO Terraced Houses - Stone - OO Scale

Terraced Houses - Stone Includes: - Detailed card kit - Half cut components  - Assetate glazing parts - Optional door and window parts - Paving floor and rear wall detailing - Kit requires suitable glue to complete NOT included   (recommend Deluxe Materials Rocket Card Glue AD57 to construct) - OO Scale 

Metcalfe OO Shop Fronts - Red Brick - OO Scale

Shop Fronts - Red Brick Includes: - Detailed card kit - Half cut components  - Assetate glazing parts - Optional door and window parts - Paving floor and rear wall detailing - Kit requires suitable glue to complete NOT included   (recommend Deluxe Materials Rocket Card Glue AD57 to construct) - OO Scale  

Metcalfe OO Shop Fronts - Stone - OO Scale

Shop Fronts - Stone (OO) Includes: - Detailed card kit - Half cut components  - Assetate glazing parts - Optional door and window parts - Paving floor and rear wall detailing - Kit requires suitable glue to complete NOT included   (recommend Deluxe Materials Rocket Card Glue AD57 to construct) - OO Scale

Corgi Batmobile with Batman and Robin

Batmobile with Batman and Robin The incredible CORGI Toys 267 Batmobile returns to the range for the first time in over forty years with this newly tooled model! Featuring all the classic gadgets of the original including firing rockets, Batboat tow hook and a pop out chain slasher blade, this release also includes figures of Batman and Robin and classic recreation packaging. Includes: - Diecast model - Collectors item Not sutable for children - Batman and Robin figures in car - Windscreen and interior parts - Working features - Exclusive retro packaging - 1:46 Scale  

Tamiya M4A3 Sherman w/75mm Gun & 3 figures (1:35)

Tamiya - M4A3 Sherman w/75mm Gun & 3 figs. Includes: - Highly detailed plastic kit - Body work features surface texture of casting and hull weld lines - 75mm gun turret   - Two kinds of commanders cupolas  - Loaders hatch and hull, turret hatches can be modelled in either open or closed positions. - Two kinds of road wheels and sprockets can be selected  - Rubber padded tracks - Three crewman and One Tank commander    - Figures wear late WW2 winter uniforms with rich detail - Equipment accessories included ammunition boxes, tripod, ration boxes - Three types of waterslide/decals included - Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included - 1:35 Scale   Vehicle information and history: It was late 1944 and Germany was clearly losing the war. Russia was closing in on the Eastern front while American bombing raids were devastating German cities. Italy had been liberated and the Allies were quickly moving through France and the Low Counties. The end looked near for Germany unless they could succeed in a great offensive push, which is exactly what they attempted. On December 16, 1944, an American sentry reported countless "pinpoints of light" flickering along the German line. Seconds later, shells exploded around him and he realized that the lights were the muzzle flashes of hundreds of German guns. A massive German counteroffensive was underway along the 85-mile Ardennes front. In the north, the Sixth Panzer Army struck the U.S. 99th and 2nd Divisions. In the center, the fifth Panzer Army hit the 106th Division, the 14th Cavalry Group and part of the 28th Division. In the South, the Seventh Army clashed with the U.S. 4th, 9th and 28th Armored Divisions. Although the Allies were initially sent reeling, courageous troops and rugged armor such as the Sherman tank eventually turned the tides of battle. One of the most used versions of this tank was the 75mm gun-equipped M4A3 Sherman, which used a V8 450hp Ford engine. The late production version first rolled out of the factories in February 1944 with an angled front hull and 63.5mm armored plate. To the turret, a cupola for the commander and hatch for the loader were added. This version was also equipped with wet ammo storage bins, which helped prevent internal fires, a weakness of earlier Shermans.

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.

Airfix Messerschmitt Me262A-1a/2a (1:72)

Messerschmitt Me262A-1a/2a Includes: - Plastic kit - Cockpit detail - Pilot included - Optional undercarriage (up or down positions) - Armament detail - New markings /Waterslide transfers/decals for:   A) Messerschmitt Me262A-1a, W.Nr110956 'White 17', flown by Obstlt. Heinz Bär, III./Ergänzungs-Jagdgeschwader 2, Lechfeld, Bavaria, Germany, 29th April 1945.   B) Messerschmitt Me262A-2a, W.Nr.500200, flown by Fj.Ofw. Hans Frölich, 2./Kampfgeschwader 51, Fassberg, Lower Saxony, Germany, 8th May 1945. - Kit requires glue and paint to complete NOT included - 1:72 Scale Aircraft information and history: Representing the primary production variant of the Messerschmitt Me262 jet, the A-1A was the fighter-bomber version of the aircraft desired by Hitler, capable of being used as an interceptor, or configured to carry bombs and air-to-air mortars on nose mounted pylons.  With the aircraft’s powerful nose mounted cannons used to devastating effect against the massed formations of USAAF bombers attacking Germany, the offensive firepower of the jets could be further enhanced by the addition of R4M ‘Orkan’ (Hurricane) rocket packs under each wing.  Mounted on rudimentary racks made from wood, twelve R4M stabilised rockets could be carried under each wing, each one capable of bringing down an enemy bomber.

Tamiya Sherman Easy 8 Euro Theatre (1:35)

Sherman Easy 8 Euro Theatre The U.S. M4 Sherman tank was undoubtedly one of the symbols of WWII, deployed in great quantities and numerous variants to counter the potent threat of German armor. One such variant was the M4A3E8, which was one of the final Sherman types and thus had the benefit of design improvements developed from experience in battle. These included a hardy welded late production hull, plus the welcome addition of the 76mm main gun. It was also fitted with new Horizontal Volute Spring Suspension (HVSS), and wider tracks, making for the significantly more comfortable ride that led to the M4A3E8's nickname of "Easy Eight." They were thrown into their maiden operation in the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944 as part of the 4th Armored Division under General Patton's overall command, contributing to the relief of the besieged town of Bastogne and the eventual triumph of the Allies in the European Theater. Includes - Detailed plastic kit - Extensive hull, metal surface detailing - Belt track parts - Drive sprockets - Engine and grill detail - Clear parts for headlight lenses and cupola vision blocks - Commander Torso figure - 2x sets of waterslide transfers/decals - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included) - 1:35 Scale

Tamiya M4A3 Sherman w 105mm Howitzer (1:35)

M4A3 Sherman w 105mm Howitzer  Excelling in both reliability and sheer production capability, the M4 Sherman series of tanks became the staple fighting-vehicles of the WWII Allies. The first version to be produced, the cast-hull M4A1, was succeeded by the welded-hull M4, the diesel engine M4A2, and finally the most widely-known tank of the series, the M4A3. Three types of main armament were used on the M4A3: on the initial production types, the 75mm main gun and on the subsequent types, the 76mm main gun for heightened penetration. Finally, to provide heavy fire support for assaults on enemy outposts, the powerful 105mm howitzer was later adopted. The 105mm howitzer was carried in a M52 combination mount and a vision cupola was fitted for the commander with a small hatch for the loader. It could fire M1 shells at angles from -10 to +35 degrees at a maximum range of 11,500m. About 500 of the M4A3 (105mm) were produced at the Chrysler factory in Detroit from May to September 1944. From September 1944 horizontal volute spring suspension was introduced on the M4A3 (105mm) together with the wider center-guide T66 tracks. The M4A3 (105mm) were deployed to European Theatre from July 1944, and played an indispensable role in the destruction of enemy positions by the U.S. infantry fighting on the front lines. Includes - Extensively detailed plastic kit - Smooth form of the cast turret with 105mm howitzer and welded hull of this late production M4A3 tank overflow with realism. - Commander's cupolas, loader's hatch and other hull and turret hatches can be modeled in the open or closed position. - 2x kinds of road wheels and sprockets can be selected - Rubber padded tracks - 3x infantrymen and one tank commander in realistic poses - Included equipment includes ammunition boxes, tripod, ration boxes, and much more. - 3x sets of waterslide transfers/decals - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included). - 1:35 Scale

Tamiya Mosquito B Mk.IV/PR Mk.IV (1:72)

Mosquito B Mk.IV/PR Mk.IV Drawn up as a high speed, unarmed bomber, the twin engine De Havilland Mosquito fulfilled that role and so many more for the RAF and other Allied air forces during WWII, taking advantage of performance so astonishing it earned the aircraft its nickname: Wooden Wonder. (That, and the fact it was made largely of wood, in contrast to most of its contemporaries.) The FB Mk.VI fighter-bomber variant, which first appeared in the skies in Spring 1943, packed a punch with four 7.7mm nose-mounted machine guns and four powerful 20mm auto-cannons, plus the ability to carry four 500lb bombs. With around 2,700 produced it was the most prolifically manufactured Mosquito variant, and this high performance, multi-role aircraft was relied on to attack sensitive enemy targets such as SS facilities, V1 flying bomb sites, and munitions factories, taking advantage of its precision low-altitude bombing skills. Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - Have the choice of modelling as B Mk.IV bomber variant and the PR Mk.IV reconnaissance variant that scouted out German territory searching for V2 rocket facilities. - Cockpit interior and detail  - Optional landing gear (up or down positions) - Full armament and body details including 2 bombs - Marking options include reconnaissance aircraft as waterslide transfers/decals - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included)  - 1:72 Scale 

Tamiya De Havilland Mosquito FB Mk.VI (1:72)

De Havilland Mosquito FB Mk.VI Drawn up as a high speed, unarmed bomber, the twin engine De Havilland Mosquito fulfilled that role and so many more for the RAF and other Allied air forces during WWII, taking advantage of performance so astonishing it earned the aircraft its nickname: Wooden Wonder. (That, and the fact it was made largely of wood, in contrast to most of its contemporaries.) The FB Mk.VI fighter-bomber variant, which first appeared in the skies in Spring 1943, packed a punch with four 7.7mm nose-mounted machine guns and four powerful 20mm auto-cannons, plus the ability to carry four 500lb bombs. With around 2,700 produced it was the most prolifically manufactured Mosquito variant, and this high performance, multi-role aircraft was relied on to attack sensitive enemy targets such as SS facilities, V1 flying bomb sites, and munitions factories, taking advantage of its precision low-altitude bombing skills. Includes: - Detailed plastic kit - Cockpit interior and detail  - Optional landing gear (up or down positions) - Full armament and body details including 500lb bomb, rockets, radar antenna - 3x sets of waterslide transfers/decals - Kit requires glue and paint to complete (NOT included)  - 1:72 Scale 

Dapol Kitmaster Stephensons Rocket Static Locomotive Kit

Stephenson's Rocket Static Locomotive Kit - Plastic kit requires glue and paint to complete and enhance detail (NOT included) - OO 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.